This Eating App Pairs Local Food Spots with Different Strains of Marijuana
Cadhla Gray — September 26, 2015 — Tech
References: foodhigh.club & techcrunch
This eating app was designed by Sierra Leone native Anari Sengbe at the Disrupt Hackathon with the marijuana-induced munchies in mind. The app's main function is to provide local food spots to users based on peer reviews and suggestions.
By simply clicking "Spark," a list of local suggestions will pop up, or users can "spark" conversations with other like-minded smokers, recommending related strains, food, music and movies. The app then guides users to the restaurants' websites, looking to make direct partnerships in the future.
'FoodHigh.Club' aims to maintain privacy as well by using Bitcoins to pay, preventing any personal information from being given. As the app doesn't actually sell marijuana, only suggesting certain strains to be paired with particular food, the site is entirely law-abiding.
By simply clicking "Spark," a list of local suggestions will pop up, or users can "spark" conversations with other like-minded smokers, recommending related strains, food, music and movies. The app then guides users to the restaurants' websites, looking to make direct partnerships in the future.
'FoodHigh.Club' aims to maintain privacy as well by using Bitcoins to pay, preventing any personal information from being given. As the app doesn't actually sell marijuana, only suggesting certain strains to be paired with particular food, the site is entirely law-abiding.
Trend Themes
1. Marijuana-food Pairing - Opportunity for restaurants and food industry to create unique menu offerings that enhance the marijuana experience.
2. Peer-review Eating Apps - Potential for developing eating apps that provide local food recommendations based on peer reviews and suggestions.
3. Privacy-focused Food Apps - Opportunity for food apps to prioritize privacy and security by incorporating alternative payment methods like Bitcoin.
Industry Implications
1. Restaurant - Restaurants can explore the trend of marijuana-food pairing to create innovative menu items and attract a new customer base.
2. Mobile App - Opportunity for mobile app developers to create peer-review-based eating apps that connect users with local food spots.
3. Food Delivery - Food delivery services can partner with food apps like FoodHigh.Club to offer tailored food recommendations and streamline the ordering process.
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