Hemp is an extraordinary superfood that is rich in protein, minerals, amino acids, omega fatty acids, Vitamin E and antioxidants
Bombay Hemp Company (BOHECO), India’s foremost industrial hemp and medical cannabis company, has announced a collaboration with The Hemp Factory, India’s first hemp-based cloud kitchen in Mumbai.
Commenting on hemp’s properties, Yash Kotak, Co-Founder and CMO, Bombay Hemp Company (BOHECO) said, “The seeds and leaves of the Cannabis Sativa plant, or Bhang, are known for their nutritive and therapeutic effects respectively. The hemp seed is known world over as a super food and finds itself a crucial part of local Indian cuisine as well. Taking cognizance of its benefits, the FSSAI in November 2021 notified that the seed and its derivatives – oil and flour can be sold or used as an ingredient in food. This has enabled the heightened inclusion of hemp in every-day diet.”
With the vision to transform popular dishes into healthier, nutritious meals, tailored to anyone’s diet, Mumbai-based startup The Hemp Factory is incorporating the power of Himalayan Hemp, sourced from Uttarakhand, into globally renowned comfort foods for a guilt-free gourmet experience.
Dhaval Panchal, Co-Founder and CEO, The Hemp Factory said, “Rigorous research & development resulted in a carefully curated menu comprising of crowd favourites like pizzas, pastas, burgers, smoothies and desserts powered by the goodness of hemp, which is our principal food ingredient. We infuse it in all our dishes in the form of oil, seeds, or flour, making for a nutritious & delicious yet indulgent meal.”
The Hemp Factory aims to expand from their current kitchen in Mumbai across metros through company-owned and franchise outlets, eventually setting up kitchens across India.