I am humbled and proud to be a part of a company that is changing the game in the Middle East's cookware industry. Grif is a pioneer in producing high-quality cast iron cookware, and it's an honor to be leading this charge.

As a young entrepreneur, I was inspired to create Grif when I saw a need for cookware that was functional, healthy and elegant. We wanted to produce cookware that not only enhanced the cooking experience but also looked beautiful on the dining table. And we succeeded.

Our journey to success was not easy, but we persevered through every challenge with our unwavering commitment to quality and excellence. The fact that we were one of the first companies to produce cast iron cookware in the Middle East is a testament to our determination and passion.

Our appearance on Shark Tank was a pivotal moment for Grif, and it gave us the boost we needed to take our brand to new heights.

Today, Grif is becoming a symbol of quality and innovation in the Middle East's cookware industry. Our customers trust us to provide them with the best possible products, and we take that trust very seriously. We are constantly pushing ourselves to improve and innovate, and we are excited to see where this journey takes us.

Thank you for being a part of the Grif community, and for supporting us on our journey. We are proud to be serving you with the best possible service and products, and we look forward to continuing to exceed your expectations.

Sincerely,

Youssef Al Ryan
Founder, Grif Cookware

As an Angel Investor with a diverse portfolio of strategic partnerships in early-stage companies, I was immediately drawn to Grif for its ingenious edge and disruption of an otherwise traditional cookware market in Egypt. My passion as an investor stems from a desire to conceive, incubate and cultivate innovative and sustainable startups that meaningfully enhance people’s quality of life. Grif does exactly that through the creation of elegant, durable and health conscious cookware. In particular, I was deeply impressed by Youssef’s endeavor to create a high calibre Egyptian Cookware brand that is not only internationally competitive but uniquely attractive as well as inventive.

As a mother I was deeply moved and inspired by Youssef’s goal as an entrepreneur to maximize the health benefits of food and eliminate the risks that arise from suboptimal cookware materials. For instance, upon my research I encountered a study by the Journal of the American Dietetic Association which proved that cooking with cast iron increases the iron content in food.

As an Egyptian I was thrilled to encounter the impeccable quality and level of craftsmanship Grif had achieved by manufacturing its products 100% locally. Our Grif Cookware is proudly made in Egypt, which appealed to my passion for unlocking the hidden potential of our country and its formidable workforce.

As a partner and co-founder I find myself both impressed and inspired on a daily basis by Youssef’s drive, perseverance and adaptability when faced with new challenges. His unwavering commitment to quality and excellence confirms what I knew to be true the moment he pitched his company to me… This is more than a mere business, he is on a mission to revolutionize cookware in Egypt and the MENA region. I am both honored and delighted to embark on this journey with Youssef. I am also proud to welcome him into my squad of brilliant entrepreneurs and to add Grif to my meticulously selected and highly promising startups.

Heidi Elabd