Mild weather, wild hearts. LFC Bengaluru swaps homemade dosas and tech rants under sunset skies. Easy laughter, shared plates and community await!
Photos by Co-host, Nikita.
HOST
Shruti Panda
CO-HOST
Nikita S
WHERE WE MET
MyBoTree in Koramangala, Bengaluru, is a community space that sparks connections through hosting workshops, meetups, performances, and purpose-driven experiences.
I loved today’s meetup at Koramangala! Thank you for all the amazing food, that orange cake was definitely the highlight for me! The hosts were incredibly warm and welcoming. Such a pleasure meeting everyone, can’t wait for the next one!
Tanvi
What We Loved
Members sharing tips and tricks on how to use peels, pods, and stems. From clever kitchen hacks to family secrets, the wall became a patchwork of ideas on making the most of every scrap.
A zero-waste ferment made from pineapple peels and cores, the Pineapple Tepache became a crowd favourite at the meetup for its novel taste and tangy, fizzy kick.
Adai Dosa with coriander stems, a multigrain dosa made with a mix of lentils and rice batter, enriched with finely chopped coriander stems for extra flavour and zero waste.
MEET YOUR HOST
Shruti Panda is a product designer based in Bangalore who lives for food and loves exploring new cuisines. While she is still discovering the richness of local food, being part of the Local Food Club has sparked her curiosity and passion to learn and taste more.
What does ‘local’ mean to you?
Local means connection—to people, places, and stories. It’s about discovering ingredients and traditions that root you in where you live.
What is your most enduring food memory?
Hot Dal Khichdi with ghee and Tomato Khatta on a stormy day, eaten with my mother.
What is the most adventurous food you've tried and loved?
I once tried pickled squid in Vietnam—strange at first, but I ended up loving the sharp, salty kick.
If you were a seasonal ingredient, what would you be?
A ripe mango—bright, bold, and something everyone looks forward to.
How do you see your Local Food Club flourishing?
By creating a space for curiosity—where people come together to taste, share, and learn about regional food, one plate at a time.