Our story

A journey rooted  in passion.

oriri was born from a simple but powerful idea: food is more than what’s on the plate - it’s a story, a connection, a journey. Every dish carries the legacy of the people who grow, prepare, and serve it. But in a fast-paced world, those stories often go untold.

We created oriri to bridge that gap - to bring together food lovers, professionals, and businesses who believe in sustainability, craftsmanship, and the human connection behind gastronomy.

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Because food is culture,  connection, and community.

At oriri, we believe that food reflects who we are. It’s a universal language that connects people, places, and traditions. But in today’s fragmented food landscape, those connections are often lost.
We started oriri because:

Food is culture

Every meal has a story, and those stories deserve to be heard.

Sustainability matters

Supporting responsible producers and conscious businesses creates a better future for food.

Connection is everything

Food brings people together, and we want to strengthen those bonds.

For the love of food,
for the love of connection.

Our mission is to enrich the gastronomic ecosystem by fostering meaningful connections between restaurants, shops, producers, professionals, and foodies. We celebrate culinary traditions, promote sustainability, and bring transparency to the stories behind every ingredient. oriri is here to ensure that the stories behind the food - the farmers, chefs, artisans, and creators - are seen, shared, and celebrated.

Not a review site. Not a ranking system.

A space for real stories and authentic connections.

We built oriri because the food world needs more than just ratings and quick snapshots. It needs a platform where people can truly connect - where diners can understand the journey of their food, where producers can share their craft, and where professionals can grow their networks and careers.

Behind every great dish,
there’s a great team.

oriri was founded by two friends and long-time collaborators,  Toon Diependaele and Christophe Mes, who share a passion for food, storytelling, and technology.

A platform with purpose - a future built on giving back.

The future of oriri isn’t just about growing a platform - it’s about growing a community that gives back. Through our steward-ownership model, profits from oriri will be reinvested into the oriri foundation, ensuring that the people, places, and traditions that shape our food world continue to thrive.

The oriri foundation will focus on:

Supporting sustainable producers: Providing grants and resources to help farmers, artisans, and food creators grow responsibly.

Promoting food education: Funding initiatives that teach future generations about food origins, sustainability, and culinary traditions.

Building food-resilient communities: Supporting local food initiatives, community gardens, and meal programs that make good food accessible to all.

oriri isn’t just a platform

It’s a movement to create positive change in the gastronomic ecosystem, ensuring that every story and every connection has a lasting impact. Because the future of food is a future we build together.

Be part of the story.

Whether you're a chef, producer, foodie, or simply someone who loves meaningful connections, oriri is your platform. Help us create a world where food stories thrive, and every meal has a deeper connection.

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