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First Bite 2026 by Better Bite Ventures
Equity investment of up to INR 2.5 crores for one pre-launch or newly launched Indian consumer-food brand.
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Funding amount
Up to INR 2.5 Crores equity investment
Scheme
First Bite 2026
Open for
The opportunity is intended for a consumer-food brand in India. Detailed incorporation and founder-residency rules are not specified in the publicly accessible announcement.
Deadline
Applications close 23 September 2026
About the Program
First Bite is an investment opportunity from Better Bite Ventures, supported by Yoga Bar co-founder Suhasini Sampath, for an Indian consumer-food company at the pre-launch or newly launched stage.
Eligibility requirements
- The applicant must be building an Indian consumer-food brand that is either pre-launch or newly launched. Additional investment criteria and equity terms are not publicly specified.
Offerings / Benefits
- Equity investment of up to INR 2.5 crores for one selected company.
- Access to the experience and network of Better Bite Ventures and consumer-food founder Suhasini Sampath.
- Exact valuation, equity percentage, instrument and investment-tranche terms are not specified.
Sectors supported
Consumer food brands.Food & FoodTechConsumer
Selection process
- n/a
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