Foodstories Raises Rs. 50 Crore Led by Nikhil Kamath to Accelerate Retail and Digital Expansion
Foodstories, a gourmet retail and food lifestyle platform, has secured Rs. 50 crore in a funding round led by entrepreneur and investor Nikhil Kamath, with participation from existing backer Narotam Sekhsaria Family Office. The fresh capital will support the company’s plans to expand its retail footprint, strengthen its digital business, and enhance its delivery capabilities.
Founded by sisters Ashni Biyani and Avni Biyani, Foodstories has positioned itself as a curated food lifestyle destination, bringing together premium food products, artisanal brands, culinary experiences, and specialty offerings under one platform.
The Biyani sisters, founders of Foodstories, also oversee a portfolio of consumer-focused ventures through Think9, including D2C brands such as SuperYou in the protein nutrition segment, Good Bug in gut health, Anaar in footwear and accessories, and BiE in clean beauty.
Commenting on the investment, Nikhil Kamath,Founder, Gruhas Investment Firm said, “Food impacts how we live, feel, and connect. As consumers become more conscious about what they eat, platforms like Foodstories are building the infrastructure needed to make better choices more accessible.”
The company currently operates across Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Mumbai, where it recently launched a flagship store in Bandra. It is also preparing to open another location in Lokhandwala as part of its broader expansion strategy.
Speaking about the company’s growth ambitions, co-founder Ashni Biyani said, “We are building a Rs. 1,000 crore business by combining retail, experiences, and a strong digital layer. This investment allows us to accelerate that vision while continuing to deepen our relationship with consumers.”
Foodstories plans to use the newly raised funds to scale its omnichannel presence, invest in technology and logistics infrastructure, and broaden access to curated gourmet offerings across markets.
Highlighting the brand’s long-term philosophy, co-founder Avni Biyani said, “As we scale, our commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and provenance remains unchanged. We want to continue creating a platform that celebrates exceptional food and the people behind it.”
The latest funding comes amid growing investor interest in premium food retail and experiential consumption categories, as urban consumers increasingly seek curated, high-quality food experiences both online and offline.
With fresh capital in place and expansion plans underway, Foodstories is looking to strengthen its position in India’s evolving gourmet retail landscape while building a comprehensive food lifestyle ecosystem that integrates retail, hospitality, and digital commerce.
