--- title: "Our Journey and Awards | Justbe by Nidhi Nahata" description: "Discover the story behind Justbe by Nidhi Nahata. From humble beginnings to award-winning whole food plant-based dining in Bangalore. Experience mindful eating." canonical: https://mytribe.in/nidhisoganinahata/plant-based-food-dining-services/our-journey-recognition last_updated: 2025-08-21 --- # Our Journey and Milestones at Justbe Tribe Verified · India's first whole food plant-based restaurant. By [JustBe](https://mytribe.in/nidhisoganinahata) · Dine-in at Sadashiva Nagar studio; Catering across Bengaluru · ₹400 Per Meal (estimate) Part of [Plant-Based Food & Dining Services](https://mytribe.in/nidhisoganinahata/plant-based-food-dining-services). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/nidhisoganinahata/plant-based-food-dining-services/gallery) Seven years ago, we dared to reimagine healthy eating. This is our story of passion, persistence, and the joy of serving food that loves you back. ## Photos and videos - [Video: The journey of Justbe started when my son's asthma improved on a plant-based diet. He asked, "Where can we eat out?" and I found there were no whole food plant-based restaurants in India. That night, I decided to open one. Six years later, here we are.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a38a53cb-c577-42d5-9e65-fe5912535358) - [Video: When I started, chefs would reject me, saying no one would come to eat this kind of food. But I had a determination to serve good health. Now, a guest told me visiting Justbe felt like he had time-traveled to 2026. This is the universe's work, and I am just doing my part.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/51e8638f-5ddc-4803-9795-b821b2604c3f) - [Video: It takes courage to take the road less traveled. I wanted to make a healthy lifestyle accessible to everyone, not just an affluent audience. I wanted a 10-year-old to crave my food and an 80-year-old to find something they can enjoy. That is my mission.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2e011913-f124-445d-8636-0c59d99afd83) - [Video: The first two months of running the restaurant were so hard, but my survival instinct was at its peak. The joy I get today from serving food, one plate at a time, and seeing the great shift it creates, makes it all worth it. True passion, driven by a noble cause, helps us overcome any challenge.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bff55d20-f82b-49d3-9f4b-6c7aacec075e) - [Video: My first love has always been caring for myself, and my second has been caring for others. The universe gifted me the opportunity to serve plant-based food, sharing this love with so many hearts and souls. There is no greater joy than seeing someone smile after a meal.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3b373641-6b27-4aa0-8abe-d46624754ab7) - [Video: My son says I am a trendsetter, from being a housewife who loved rasgullas to a psychologist and now building a beautiful relationship with food. We feel we are the chosen ones to do the universe's work, spreading compassion as the world goes through a spiritual shift.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f2f987d6-4dee-4398-bd37-63c087e114ca) - [Video: My son asked me what my journey as a mother has been like, from two children to a team of 35. I am instinctively tuned to nurturing, and I get to shower this on everyone at Justbe. They have become my family, my soul's journey, and it's why I say I only go home to sleep.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e312d783-5d7f-440f-b5fc-d34e8e9e89c6) - [Video: Passion is contagious. My son and I share a passion for making plant-based food accessible to everyone. We don't want to walk fast, we want to walk far, together. Our mission is to see a world on a plant-based lifestyle.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/406450db-c8d1-4afe-ac47-9bb2c9f1841c) - [Video: It's an exciting and rewarding journey to see conscious and compassionate brands get recognized. This award is a motivation that powers us to keep going. My son Dev and I are so grateful for all the love and support. Onwards and upwards.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a90b1983-ec4f-4694-868e-13f8537fcf64) - [Video: It was a proud moment to be featured in the Chef Post 2024 calendar. I've been working non-stop for seven years on my passion project, and it's inspiring to be recognized for the work I do. I'm so grateful to my mentor Chef Anthony, my son Dev, and my entire family for their support.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9540bc5f-0c1b-4943-8c4b-7d1811847dc9) - [Video: It fills me with immense pride to see my son, Devansh, honored with the 30 under 30 award by Business World Wellbeing. This is a reflection of his hard work and dedication in growing Justbe to new heights. The best is yet to come.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/19de19cd-8d14-43e5-aad9-4dcdb23c7976) - [Video: It was an honor to be a part of the Mumbai Elegant event, supporting cancer patients, a cause very close to my heart. I had the privilege of walking the ramp alongside remarkable women, celebrating womanhood and change-makers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/69493dd2-069b-4448-9934-07814d16feb2) - [Video: I was so excited to speak at India's largest plant-based event, the Vegan India Conference in Mumbai. I love sharing my insights and experiences on how to lead a simple, easy, and sustainable plant-based lifestyle.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/00025ee3-5ee3-4d86-82c0-86e4cca798c2) - ![I was honored to be a speaker for TEDxMSRIT. I am driven by the mission to spread the message that food is nature's medicine and to create a world that appreciates a plant-based lifestyle. My dedication to promoting good health makes me value these platforms.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e5bb7ce9-93c3-46b5-9181-53b8482f79cb) - [Video: I was challenged by AIM Media House to create a recipe with ChatGPT using some crazy ingredients. While AI can be a tool for inspiration, I believe we humans need to add our own touch of love and innovation to make food truly special.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cf34c53c-530c-429a-a803-b6db510a66cb) - [Video: It was a pleasure to host Mr. Anil and Mr. Harshadh Parekh, vegans for over 30 years, at Justbe. They are role models supporting veganism, and it was a highlight to serve them our Kesar Pista Kulfi, which they had for the first time in decades.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b417ec3c-16f8-4942-b9de-5911080c0730) - ![Oats are a powerhouse of nutrients and fiber. You can consume them as oatmeal, grind them into flour for rotis and breads, or make delicious whole-grain oat cookies. It's a nutrient-dense, healthy whole grain to add to your meals.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ec3306c9-0be0-4b03-97ab-6c576510a6c1) - ![This was my invitation to our 6th-anniversary celebration. It fills me with immense joy to reflect on this incredible journey. I am thrilled to celebrate with our community, embracing a conscious and compassionate lifestyle together.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/43b6f50e-43b8-42af-bda8-c23ea4342202) - ![This award for Best Vegan Restaurant of India by ZeeZest is a shared triumph. It belongs to my team, my family, my mentors like Anthony Huang, and everyone who has supported this venture. My heart overflows with gratitude for this momentous milestone in my entrepreneurial journey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ad3a1a8f-0be1-48d2-a03a-313b80d6c8e2) ## About Our Journey & Recognition What you see here is more than just awards; it is seven years of proving that whole-food, oil-free dining can be both gourmet and healing. Whether you are visiting our Sadashivnagar sanctuary or planning an event, please know that my team and I are here to guide you toward a lifestyle where the food you eat truly loves you back. When I started Justbe in 2017, people told me no one would come to eat food without oil, dairy, or sugar. They said it wasn't the 'hospitality industry' way. But I had a deep survival instinct and a belief that 'Jaisa khao ann, vaisa pao mann' (As you eat, so becomes your mind) was a truth people needed to experience. My journey from a homemaker to a psychologist, and finally to a restaurant owner, was not easy. It was born from a personal need to help my son and husband heal from their health issues. We started small, but today, seeing Justbe recognized with awards like the BW 30 under 30 and featured in the Chef Post calendar, I feel humbled. This recognition is not for me; it is for the plant-based community that stood by us when we were the only ones doing this in India. Today, we are more than a restaurant. We are a sanctuary. We operate as a 'farmacy' where we host cooking masterclasses, sound healing sessions, and cater for events across Bengaluru. We prove every day that healthy food does not need to be restrictive or bland. If you are looking to reverse lifestyle diseases or simply want to feel lighter and more energetic, our doors are open. My team of 35 people—my second family—is here to ensure you have a comfortable, nourishing experience. Let's walk this path of compassion and wellness together, one meal at a time. ## About JustBe I am Nidhi, and Justbe is truly my heart outside of my body. It started because I wanted my son to have a healthy place to eat, and it grew into this sanctuary where we treat food as nature's medicine. I am so grateful to share this path of conscious, plant-based living with all of you. 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