From a Sweet Potato Ball to a Path of Light

The story behind the light—a reminder to pause, taste, and connect.

Lumo oven cooking – detailed close-up of baked sweet potato balls

Why Lumo: Our Philosophy

First the taste, then the talk.

We believe in flavor, not fluff—real taste, real moments.

Our Origin

How It Started: From a Sweet Potato Ball to a Path of Light

Every day starts with a countdown.
Breakfast is optional. Conversations shrink into text. Sometimes, even eating feels like just filling in the blanks. You open the freezer and see the bag labeled “Lumo.” Maybe you think: “I just need something quick.”

But this sweet potato ball wasn’t made to be rushed. It was made to help you pause—even for a few minutes.

Lumo is a small reminder.
That slowing down is okay.
That care can be simple.
And that food can be more than just fuel.

Frozen sweet potato balls sealed inside a vacuum tray package.

The Meaning of Lumo

Lumo means "light" in Esperanto

Not the kind of taste that shouts, but one that feels like coming home. A sense of familiarity, like setting down a heavy stone and letting the heart settle.

Impact Beyond the Product

Lumo won't change the world.
But it might change—
Your evening.
Your lunch break.
Your moment to pause.

A sweet potato ball. A quiet memory. A gentle light.

Lumo sweet potato balls being loaded into air fryer basket.

Lumo's Honest

What Makes Lumo Honest

Gluten-free, plant-based, and free of artificial colors

Lumo deep fryer crispy sweet potato balls drained from hot oil

Why Made in Taiwan Matters: Food with Meaning

Join Our Mission: Partner with Lumo

We are seeking like-minded OEM partners around the world. Let’s bring Taiwan’s best flavors to the global table.