Momentum has advised FUNKE Mediengruppe on the acquisition of the international cooking platform Kitchen Stories
Frankfurt am Main, October 23, 2025: The transaction law firm Momentum has advised FUNKE Digital (FUNKE Mediengruppe) on the acquisition of the international cooking platform Kitchen Stories. The scope of advice included, in particular, legal due diligence and negotiation of the purchase agreement.
With the acquisition of the cooking platform Kitchen Stories, FUNKE Digital is further expanding its position in the food segment. Since its founding in 2013, Kitchen Stories has set standards in the field of digital food content and has earned itself a leading position with its award-winning content: The 28-strong team in Berlin combines creative, technological and marketing expertise and works daily to provide unique cooking experiences to around 2 million users worldwide. At the heart of the offering is the app, which has been installed more than 25 million times.
Comments on the Exit
“Kitchen Stories stands for modern lifestyle, creative digital content and global reach. This acquisition strengthens our position in the food segment and allows us to reach a broader target group with innovative offerings and digital solutions,” says Julian Schade, Director & Authorised Signatory at FUNKE Digital. With its newly relaunched Leckerschmecker portal, FUNKE Digital is already one of the most important players in the market.
“FUNKE has a strong vision for the digital future that fits perfectly with our own,” explains Alexander Bauer, Managing Director of Kitchen Stories. “Kitchen Stories has always stood for inspiration and quality in cooking, and as part of the FUNKE Mediengruppe, we can carry this claim even further into the future. We are focusing on technological innovation and the highest product quality to further accelerate our growth and expand our role as a digital cooking companion for millions of users worldwide.”
“I am delighted about this important strategic investment for us – with this purchase and FUNKE’s recent acquisitions, we are now one of the largest digital publishers in the food sector in the DACH region,” says Stephan Thurm, Head of Digital at FUNKE.
Leo Garb, Director of Product at FUNKE Digital, emphasises the enormous potential of the acquisition: “Kitchen Stories is not only a pioneer in terms of user experience, but also an important driver of digital innovation. This acquisition brings us closer to our goal of becoming the platform of choice for cooks of all generations – whether they are looking for inspiration or specific support with cooking.”
“We are delighted to have supported FUNKE Mediengruppe in this strategically significant acquisition. Kitchen Stories “Anyone can cook!” is an innovative digital approach in the food sector with a great community and brand,” says Philipp Weber, Partner at Momentum.
About Kitchen Stories:
Kitchen Stories is a multi-award-winning cooking platform based in Berlin. The app and website inspire millions of users worldwide with foolproof recipes and editorial content related to cooking. The in-house cooking team develops, cooks, tests and produces every recipe themselves – with the highest standards of taste, functionality and user-friendliness. The platform stands for human-made content that is both practical and inspiring, combining it with smart, AI-driven features that make the entire cooking journey easier.
About FUNKE Digital:
As the digital subsidiary of the FUNKE Mediengruppe, FUNKE Digital stands for the development of innovative platforms and content that connect brands more closely with their target groups. In addition to the wide-reaching food brand Leckerschmecker, the company also offers digital solutions in the news and entertainment sector and actively drives the digital transformation of the media group.
About Momentum
Momentum is a boutique law firm specializing in transactions. We provide efficient, proactive, and pragmatic advice in M&A, private equity, venture capital, corporate law, and tax law. With an entrepreneurial mindset, our experienced lawyers understand the specific needs of our clients and help drive transactions to completion. Our strong national and international network of partner law firms allows us to offer comprehensive legal and tax advisory services as a “one-stop shop.”
Momentum Rechtsanwälte Steuerberater PartG mbB Deal Team:
Philipp Weber, Partner, Private Equity, M&A
Dr. Matthias Heilmeier, Partner, M&A, Corporate Law
Thomas Hartmann, Associate, Corporate Law, Commercial
Pusch Wahlig Workplace Law:
Ingo Sappa, Partner, Labour Law
NOTOS Partnerschaft von Rechtsanwälten mbB:
Eckart Haag, Partner, IP/IT
Anja Bruchmann, Rechtsanwältin, IP/IT
FUNKE Mediengruppe Legal Department:
Vanessa Nieporte, Syndicate Lawyer
Contact:
Philipp Weber, Partner
Momentum Rechtsanwälte Steuerberater PartG mbB
Eschersheimer Landstr. 14
60322 Frankfurt am Main
Email: weber@momentum-partner.de
Phone: +49 (0) 171 91 00 765
Image-Source: FUNKE Mediengruppe
