Nepal Foods is a Nepalese food brand based in the United Kingdom, founded by Bikash Nepal in 2018.[1] The company imports and distributes Nepali food products in the UK and other countries.[2]
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| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Foods |
| Founded | 2018 |
| Founder | Bikash Nepal |
| Headquarters | Hounslow, England, United Kingdom |
Key people | Bikash Nepal (Founder and CEO) |
| Website | www |
History
editWhile pursuing an MBA at the University of Wales in London, Bikash Nepal observed opportunities in the UK's FMCG sector.[3] It began distributing Indian-made FMCG products across the UK. Bikash later decided to establish his own brand specializing in Nepali food products. In 2018, he founded Nepal Foods with his childhood friend Rishab Pyara Shrestha, with an initial investment of 50,000 lakhs.[1][4]
In the same year, Nepal Foods expanded its operations by partnering with brands such as Dabur, Haldirams, Dairy Valley, Gits, and Ashoka.[5] The company also collaborated with Santosh Shah, winner of the BBC's UK MasterChef: The Professionals Rematch 2021, to promote their products at an event at the House of Lords attended by Nepal's Ambassador to the UK, Gyan Chandra Acharya.[6][7]
Nepal Foods has a production warehouse in Kirtipur, Nepal,[8] and is headquartered in Hounslow, England.[9] The company distributes its products to various countries, including the US, Germany, Portugal, Poland, Sweden, and Denmark.[10] In 2022, the company reported a turnover of 65 crores.[1]
In 2021, the company established the Nepal Foods Foundation to support the farmers who grow the crops and spices used in their products. The foundation has partnered with PHASE Worldwide, a British charity.[11]
Awards
editNepal Foods has received awards such as the Great Taste Award in 2020 for Buff Sukuti, in 2021 for Lapsi Pickle,[12] and in 2023 for Nepali Masala Chai.[13] In 2022, the company was recognized as the Best Nationwide Nepalese Food Supplier.[12]
References
edit- ^ a b c "How Bikash's entrepreneurial challenges paved the way for a Rs 65 crore food empire: Know about his journey, education, and career moves". Financialexpress. 2024-01-03.
- ^ Mahat, Sunny (February 15, 2019). "Giving back to Nepal". The Annapurna Express (in Nepali).
- ^ Paudel, Deepak (August 2, 2024). "The success story behind Bikash Nepal, founder of Nepal Foods". Nepal Press.
- ^ Singh, Anusha (7 August 2024). "Nepalese culinary tradition shines". www.asian-voice.com.
- ^ "Nepal Foods' Momos Win Hearts and Stomachs Across Borders". News24. October 29, 2023.
- ^ "Nepal Foods collaborates with BBC's UK MasterChef Winner, Santosh Shah". Financialexpress. 2023-11-06.
- ^ "'Heat and Eat' range of authentic Nepali foods now available in the UK". Nepal Live Today. 11 October 2022.
- ^ "नेपाल फुड्स : विदेशी भूमिमा नेपाली स्वाद !". Ratopati: News from Nepal (in Nepali). 15 February 2019.
- ^ Mahat, Sunny (February 15, 2019). "Giving back to Nepal". The Annapurna Express (in Nepali).
- ^ "Nepal Foods' Momos Win Hearts and Stomachs Across Borders". News24. October 29, 2023.
- ^ Lal, Priyanshi (November 21, 2023). "From the Himalayas to Your Plate: The Story of Nepal Foods". Daily News and Analysis.
- ^ a b Reporter, Staff. "Entrepreneur Bikash Nepal Is Setting New Standards With Premium Nepali Food Products". Free Press Journal.
- ^ Khan, Talibuddin. "Great Taste Awards 2023: Nepal Foods' 'Nepali Masala Chai' Receives Prestigious Award". English Jagran.
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