The Poha-Jalebi Club: Real Connections Over Breakfast
Forget forced networking and business cards. This is just a group of people meeting for Indori poha on the first Sunday of every month in HSR. Come for the breakfast, stay for the stories.
It all starts here. A delicious plate of Indori poha, topped with sev and a sweet jalebi. This isn't just food; it's a conversation starter and a piece of home that brings everyone to the table.
Welcome to the Poha-Jalebi Club. It's more than a breakfast hangout; it's a third space where friendships begin and communities grow, one plate of poha at a time. We've seen so many organic connections, from road trip groups to game nights, emerge from these simple gatherings.
A snapshot of our happy group at Indori Rasoi. Every first Sunday of the month, strangers become friends. This is what building a community offline looks like, full of smiles and shared moments.
This was a special moment. Two members, a school junior and a university junior of mine, brought their bikes with MP09 (Indore) number plates for the group photo. It’s these small town vibes in a big city that make our community feel like family.
Our community is growing, with people traveling from all over Bengaluru to join us. This group photo captures the energy of our April meetup, filled with stories, laughter, and of course, a shared love for poha.
A conversation in progress at one of our meetups. I make sure to create an environment where everyone, whether an introvert or an extrovert, feels comfortable starting a conversation and sharing their story.
The long table at Indori Rasoi, where all the magic happens. People who arrived as strangers leave as friends after hours of conversation, games, and shared meals.
About this collection
People often ask if they need to bring business cards to our meets. My answer? Absolutely not. This is a third space for humans, not for job seekers or lead hunters. Whether you're an introvert or an extrovert, the only agenda here is to eat good Indori poha, share a few stories, and actually meet the person sitting across the table.
Why I started the Club
I was tired of digital swipes and networking events where everyone is just looking for the next career move. We’re all just walking each other home, and I wanted a space that felt like that—low-pressure, authentic, and rooted in our local identities.
The Vibe
It’s not a formal workshop or a structured meetup. Think of it as a monthly anchor. On the first Sunday of every month, we gather at Indori Rasoi in HSR Layout. We have people traveling from Whitefield and Murgeshpalya just for the poha and the nostalgia.
Who is this for?
- The 'Nostalgia' Crowd: If you have an MP09 plate on your bike or miss the specific Sev-Jeeravan from Indore, you will feel at home.
- The New-in-City: If you're struggling to find your tribe in a hyper-individualistic city like Bengaluru.
- The Conversation-Starved: If you want to talk about something other than your startup pitch or current CTC.
There is no pressure to pair up, pitch yourself, or be 'on'. We’ve seen road trip groups form, pajama parties happen, and yes, even school teachers show up just to see what the fuss is about. We keep it alcohol-free, conversation-focused, and simple. See you on the first Sunday.
Radhika Mohta
I'm Radhika. I started this club because I was tired of digital swipes and hollow networking. Here, we trade business cards for breakfast plates, and honestly, the conversations are just better that way.
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