--- title: "The Apero Story: Meet the Team Behind Our Mumbai Kitchen" description: "Read the Apero story and meet the team behind our Mumbai kitchen. Learn how Malvika’s journey from a home kitchen to event catering makes every Apero grazing table and gift box a labor of love." canonical: https://mytribe.in/apero_bymalvika/gourmet-bakery-delicatessen/the-apero-story-our-journey-team last_updated: 2025-09-27 --- # The Apero Story: Meet the team behind our kitchen Tribe Verified · Khar-based team, serving Mumbai fresh daily. By [Apero](https://mytribe.in/apero_bymalvika) · Delivers across Mumbai Metropolitan Area; Pick up from Khar West · ₹1,500 per 500g (estimate) Part of [Gourmet Bakery & Delicatessen](https://mytribe.in/apero_bymalvika/gourmet-bakery-delicatessen). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/apero_bymalvika/gourmet-bakery-delicatessen/gallery) Every platter you see here comes from a real kitchen, real early mornings, and a team that treats every order like it is for our own family. Come meet the people who make Apero tick. ## Photos and videos - [Video: When they ask about our weekend plans, this is it. We're always in the kitchen, mixing, baking, and creating magic. For us, making good food is a passion that never takes a day off.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/18d86a39-a020-4468-8b8a-ed5169dacc9a) - [Video: A quick Q&A where I share a little more about Apero. I talk about our style, the behind-the-scenes chaos, and the best compliment I've ever received: that our food feels like a hug.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5bddd890-d800-40da-be6c-f5ef410fe2c2) - [Video: This is the real story behind Apero. It's the 5 a.m. wake-ups, the toddler tantrums, and juggling a million things at once. It's the beautiful chaos of being a mom, a chef, and a founder.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1ea98d9b-7dce-47b1-82fd-bd51bf82ce30) - [Video: After taking a little break to recharge, I'm back with new ideas and a clearer vision. This video is a reintroduction to me, Malvika, and the next chapter for Apero.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/14c5f56c-4250-49e3-9413-a241165d86a2) - [Video: This is my genuine reaction every time we receive an order. It's never just a transaction; it's a moment of pure joy and excitement for me and the entire team. Thank you for letting us be a part of your moments.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/86d781e0-75a5-46b8-aee0-94227e42eacd) - [Video: You've seen the polished posts, now here's the real me behind the scenes. This video captures me in my natural element: vibing, laughing, and having fun with my team.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/171f9174-057b-4f16-b3a4-3bc673cc7550) - ![Here I am, in my element, carefully packing an order. Every box that leaves our kitchen is packed with care and a personal touch.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5facd733-5942-4ccb-bdae-b0f8a131c372) - ![A happy moment in the kitchen. This smile is fueled by the joy of creating food that brings people together and makes them happy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1acee849-9252-4fe8-a084-42592bc8b193) - [Video: When we had to move our kitchen, it felt like a setback, but this space found its way back to us. This video is about how our new kitchen was meant to be, a place where we can continue to grow.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/df062d9a-2988-4728-a7d2-9f6899311228) - [Video: Check out our team's top picks from the Diwali Menu! It's always fun to hear what the creators themselves are loving, from the Cranberry Jalapeno cheese to the Hazelnut Espresso Sable cookies.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0b4579e4-2bee-41c6-b706-83c02d97a8da) - [Video: A moment of vulnerability. This Diwali, we faced the challenge of moving our kitchen again. In this video, I share the emotional journey and my decision to focus on the festive season with all my heart.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/348d174b-1afe-45c7-9944-fae236554187) - [Video: What's new for Diwali? In this video, I walk you through our new non-perishable and travel-friendly gifting options, like our cheese truffles, Ode to Bombay clusters, and sablé cookies.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/502b6fbc-29ca-4d8a-9151-113a5938449a) - [Video: Kuch Meetha Ho Jaye! This Diwali, we're celebrating with a range of handcrafted dessert delights, perfect for gifting, parties, or treating your office.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a95496fb-ea38-4ea3-850c-bc76f85fd9e4) ## About The Apero Story: Our Journey & Team The photos here are not just for show; they are our daily reality in our Khar kitchen. When you order from us, you are not getting mass-produced food. You are getting items prepped by a small team—Dhruv, Sharon, Shweta, and myself—juggling 5 a.m. starts and last-minute tweaks to ensure your grazing table or gift box arrives exactly as we envisioned it. Apero was not built in a boardroom. It started in the middle of a global lockdown when I needed an outlet and found myself experimenting with truffle edamame mousse in my home kitchen. That first accidental success turned into an obsession with textures and flavors—from our signature Pecan Cranberry Basil cheese dome to our comforting savory tarts. It is just me, Malvika, and a tight-knit group of fellow food lovers. You will often find us laughing in the kitchen, debating the crunch of our 'Ode to Bombay' snack clusters, or stress-testing a new batch of pull-apart buns. We are parents, partners, and perfectionists who believe that hospitality is about making people feel like they are getting a hug from their meal. We are open about the struggle behind the scenes. Whether it is moving kitchen spaces or managing toddler meltdowns between prep sessions, we bring our full selves to work. This transparency is why our clients keep coming back—they know the love and 'maa ke haath ka pyaar' (love of a mother's hands) that goes into every box. If you want mass-manufactured, soul-less catering, that is not us. But if you want a team that genuinely cares about the joy your guests feel, you are in the right place. ## About Apero I am Malvika, the face behind Apero and a mom constantly chasing the perfect cheese dome. My team and I trade all-nighters for great food, pouring our heart into every batch we make for your Mumbai celebrations. 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