Analysis

March 30, 2021

12 startups nibbling at Deliveroo that investors are watching closely

We asked several prominent investors in food delivery which European companies they’re watching this year.


Freya Pratty

6 min read

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The food delivery sector’s been buzzing since the pandemic began — and it's showing no signs of slowing down. 

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Freya Pratty

Freya Pratty is Sifted's associate editor. She covers UK tech and leads Sifted's investigations. Follow her on X , LinkedIn and Bluesky

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