Tribes Coffee Opens First Flagship Café in Bengaluru, Showcasing India’s Tribal Coffee Heritage

Tribes Coffee Opens First Flagship Café in Bengaluru, Showcasing India’s Tribal Coffee Heritage

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on June 14, 2025

 Bengaluru’s coffee scene just got a soulful upgrade. Tribes Coffee has officially opened its first flagship café in HSR Layout, introducing a concept that blends wild-grown tribal beans, curated global eats, and a strong social mission.

Founded on the idea of celebrating India’s indigenous communities, Tribes Coffee is the country’s first and only terroir-based coffee brand, offering brews that carry the essence of forests, mineral-rich soils, and tribal heritage. Each cup tells a story — rooted in generations of tradition and grown in harmony with nature.

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To mark the opening, four tribal women from Nimmagedda, Andhra Pradesh — Seedarapu Gangamma, Buridi Asha Latha, Buridi Munisha, and Addakatla Gennu — were invited as chief guests. Honoured by the Prime Minister in 2022 for their work in sustainable tribal farming, these women represent the heart and soul behind the beans.

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“With Tribes Coffee, we’re not just serving coffee — we’re offering a taste of untold stories,” shared Kiran Nerlige Gowda, Founder of Tribes Coffee. “This café is a tribute to the tribal women and communities who’ve nurtured India’s most distinct coffee in remote forests, often without recognition. We’re here to change that.”

At the core of the brand is a strong commitment to uplift tribal communities. Beans are procured directly from growers, ensuring fair pricing and authenticity. Moreover, 10% of annual profits are reinvested into these communities for education, healthcare, and cultural preservation.

“Urban health through tribal wealth is our mantra,” Gowda added. “Each cup contributes to their dignity, their joy, and their future. That’s our ultimate brew.”

The café spans 1,400 sq. ft., designed to reflect tribal aesthetics — with clay-toned walls, curved layouts, hand-painted murals, and boulder-inspired furniture. The space is both warm and artistic, echoing the spirit of tribal life and inviting guests into a sensory journey from bean to brew.

The menu features signature coffees from regions like Nimmagedda, Koraput, Araku Valley, Similiguda, Paderu, and Daringbadi, along with global dishes curated to complement the coffee without overpowering its distinct flavours.

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Location: Tribes Coffee, 23rd Main, 22nd Cross Rd, HSR Layout, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560102
Opening Hours: 9 AM to 10.30 PM


‘The Malabar’ opens as Sterling’s new culinary landmark in Wayanad

‘The Malabar’ opens as Sterling’s new culinary landmark in Wayanad

By Hariharan U

Published on September 3, 2025

 Sterling Holiday Resorts has announced the opening of The Malabar, its new fine dining specialty restaurant at Sterling Wayanad, Sulthan Bathery. Designed as a destination dining concept, the restaurant highlights Kerala’s culinary heritage through heirloom dishes, cultural storytelling, and refined service rituals.

The launch was celebrated with a cultural showcase featuring floral arrangements, a puja ceremony, a Theyyam performance, a spice garden tour, and an evening of live Sufi music paired with a curated dinner reflecting the restaurant’s philosophy of food as theatre.

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The Malabar’s compact, story-driven menu offers signature dishes like Chemeen Biryani, Erachi Puttu, Malabar Mango Cloud Fish, and Koonthal Nirachathu, along with forgotten classics such as Chakka Pathiri Nirachathu. Vegetarian highlights include Koon Curry, Raw Jackfruit Cutlets, Mathanga Erissery, and Cheera Parippu Curry, each plate designed with authenticity and cultural resonance.

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Commenting on the launch, Mr. Dileep Nair, Head of Operations at Sterling, said, “The Malabar was built on the voice of our guests. Insights showed a clear demand for authentic Kerala heirloom cuisine in a ₹700+ crore fine-dining market with no regional leader. The Malabar answers with authentic recipes, theatrical service, and a fine-dining format that creates recall and loyalty”.

This marks Sterling’s second major concept-driven restaurant, following Amo Odisha in Puri (2024). The Malabar strengthens Sterling’s vision of transforming dining into a strategic asset across destinations by blending heirloom dishes, local rituals, and sensory immersion.


Welcomhotel Bengaluru Celebrates Teacher’s Day with Exclusive Dining Offer

Welcomhotel Bengaluru Celebrates Teacher’s Day with Exclusive Dining Offer

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on September 3, 2025

Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Richmond Road, Bengaluru, is celebrating Teacher’s Day on September 5th, 2025, with a thoughtful dining experience dedicated to teachers. The initiative highlights the invaluable contribution teachers make in shaping lives and inspiring dreams.

As part of the celebration, the hotel is extending a special 20% savings exclusively for teachers, allowing them to enjoy a memorable evening with fine dining and warm hospitality. Guests can choose from buffet and à la carte dinner options at the Mahjong Room and WelcomCafe Jacaranda, where carefully curated menus promise a delightful culinary experience.

The offer is valid on September 5th, 2025, from 7:00 pm to 11:30 pm. Teachers are required to present a valid institutional ID to avail the benefit.

For reservations, guests can email mytable.whbengaluru@itchotels.com to secure their table for this special occasion.

This celebration reflects Welcomhotel Bengaluru’s commitment to honouring teachers while creating moments of joy through exceptional hospitality.


Bengaluru Savours Ironhill India’s First-Ever “Alchemy Table” at Marathahalli

Bengaluru Savours Ironhill India’s First-Ever “Alchemy Table” at Marathahalli

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on September 2, 2025

Bengaluru witnessed a first-of-its-kind dining experience as Ironhill India, the world’s largest microbrewery chain, unveiled the debut edition of its signature concept, The Alchemy Table at Ironhill Marathahalli.

Designed for an intimate gathering of food lovers, influencers, and beer enthusiasts, the evening blended storytelling, craft brews, and chef-curated pairings into an immersive culinary journey.

An Evening of Culinary Storytelling

Led by Chef Syamal Raju Annamneedi, Corporate Chef at Ironhill India, and Soundera Rajan, Corporate Brewmaster, guests were guided through a sensory exploration of flavors, aromas, and brewing processes.

Ironhill’s signature brews, including previews of upcoming creations, were paired with bite-sized, flavorful dishes spanning starters, mains, and desserts. Each pairing was designed to enhance the umami effect, creating indulgent, memorable bites.

The evening also included an exclusive brewery tour, where the brewmaster explained ingredient selection, brewing techniques, and the delicate balance between food and beer. The interactive session sparked conversations, laughter, and genuine curiosity, transforming dinner into a theatre of flavors.

The Vision Behind The Alchemy Table

Inspired by mythology and the idea of alchemy, the concept celebrates transformation, turning simple ingredients into extraordinary experiences. The décor reflected this ethos, with gold accents, glowing candles, floral arrangements, celestial motifs, and curated hops displays that filled the air with fragrance and story.

Teja Chekuri, Managing Partner of Ironhill India, shared:

“With The Alchemy Table, our vision is to go beyond dining and create an immersive experience where every dish is thoughtfully paired, every pint reflects innovation, and every interaction deepens appreciation for the craft. The response has been incredible, and we look forward to curating this experience month after month.”

What’s Next

After the overwhelming success of its debut, The Alchemy Table will return on September 20th and 21st, 2025, at Ironhill Marathahalli and Ironhill Kanakapura. Guests can expect fresh brews, a newly crafted menu, inventive pairings, and the same captivating storytelling that defines Ironhill India’s philosophy.

From engaging Q&A sessions to shared laughter over experimental flavors, the launch edition proved one thing, Ironhill India is redefining how Bengaluru experiences craft beer and fine dining.

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