oriri foundation

A movement bigger than us.

At oriri, we believe gastronomy is built by people, the farmers, chefs, artisans, and creators who pour their craft into every plate. The oriri foundation is our commitment to give back to them. It's an ambition we're building towards: one event, one conversation, one connection at a time.

Two people standing in a kitchen next to each other.

Profit with purpose. Growth with responsibility.

oriri was built to be mission-led from day one. That's why we follow a steward-ownership model, where control stays with mission-aligned stewards and profits will flow back into the foundation rather than to shareholders. As the platform grows, so will the foundation's capacity to act.

What this means:

No profit maximisation for shareholders.

All profits generated by the oriri platform will flow directly into the oriri foundation, funding initiatives that support responsible gastronomy, food education, and community-led projects.

A self-sustaining ecosystem where everyone benefits, from young talent and chefs to restaurants, shops, and producers.

Initiatives

Events & ambassadorship

Bringing the gastronomic ecosystem together.

We bring the sector together, through events, gatherings, and by championing the craft and the people behind great food.

What we do

Organising and backing events that connect the sector.

Acting as ambassadors for producers, artisans, and creators who put craft, terroir, and respect for nature first.

Voicing the sector's challenges

Giving the gastronomic ecosystem a voice.

The sector faces real pressures every day, from tight margins to wellbeing and recognition of the craft. The oriri foundation will give those challenges a platform and advocate for meaningful change.

What we do

Raising awareness of the challenges facing the sector.

Advocating for recognition of craftsmanship across the ecosystem.

Image detailing someone working in a greenhouse of a wild farming business.

Producers & cooperatives

Supporting producers in their day-to-day operations.

Great food starts with producers, farmers, and artisans, but running a responsible business is hard. The oriri foundation will help them strengthen their operations through digital knowledge and cooperative tools.

What we do

Building digital know-how so producers and artisans can run and grow their business.

Backing cooperative support and shared tooling that lighten the operational load.

Education & young talent

Nurturing the next generation of talent.

Knowledge and opportunity shouldn't be reserved for the few. The oriri foundation will invest in education and help young talent find their place in the gastronomic ecosystem.

What we do

Training, mentorship, and partnerships.

Creating pathways for young talent to learn, grow, and build a craft-led career.

A circular model for a better future.

The strength of the oriri foundation lies in its circular impact model: you use the oriri platform to discover stories and connect with the restaurants, producers, shops, and professionals who shape gastronomy. As the platform grows, so will its profits — which will flow back into the oriri foundation to fund events, advocacy, and support for the people who carry the gastronomic ecosystem. The ecosystem will grow stronger — and the cycle will continue. Together, we're building a world where every connection and every story celebrates craft, terroir, and respect for nature.

A movement that is bigger than us.

oriri isn't just a platform, it's a collective effort to celebrate and strengthen the gastronomic ecosystem. Through the oriri foundation, we show up for the farmers, chefs, artisans, and creators who make great food possible, so the craft is recognised, the challenges are heard, and the next generation has a future to grow into. Together, we can change the world through our love of food.