Communal dining isn’t foreign to Indians. For generations, we’ve been sitting together over plates full of piping hot food peppered with conversations ranging from politics and economy to the latest jewellery purchases and neighbour aunty’s quirky shenanigans. If there are two things Indians do not need any hand-holding with, it’s food and conversation. Keeping that spirit at the core, supper clubs have been exploding at the crossroads of food and culture for quite some time now.
Modern-day supper clubs are intimate dining experiences often hosted by a chef at their home or a rented space. The chef prepares a special, multi-course meal for a limited number of guests. The supper club could focus on one particular cuisine, like garo, marwadi, gujarati, sichuan, or Italian, or it could offer a rotating menu exploring a variety of cuisines for different seatings. Aside from supper clubs being a great pathway and example of Gen Z and Millennials’ business entrepreneurial model, they serve an important function: creating a sense of belonging. As per a recent research paper, community belonging satisfies deep human needs that pure commercial transactions cannot address. It also states that people who attend supper clubs regularly often develop long-lasting friendships that go beyond these supper club events. “Mindful consumption represents another psychological benefit. The intimate setting and slower pace encourage guests to focus fully on food, conversation, and sensory experiences rather than rushing through meals while checking phones or managing external distractions,” the paper states.
Clearly, supper clubs are the antidote to chronic online life, a way to meet new people, bond over shared passions, and rediscover the joy of slow, thoughtful dining. If you’ve been meaning to try one, here’s your cue. We’ve rounded up some of the most exciting supper clubs across the country that are redefining what it means to come together over food.
Delhi/ Gurgaon
The Brine Club, Gurgaon
The Brine Club, founded by Akansha Kasera, is a story-led supper club built around the simple joy of sharing a meal that feels personal. Kasera hosts themed dinners for 6-10 guests, with a different menu each time. It could take you anywhere through food —from the streets of Indonesia to the markets of Istanbul —but rest assured, every experience will be unhurried, warm, and linger in your mind for a long time.
V’s Supper Stories – Delhi
Love a good empanada or can’t seem to stay away from quesadillas? Then you have to secure a spot at V’s Supper Stories. Founded by Chef Vrinda Taneja, who has worked with Latin American, Indian, and Japanese cuisine, this supper club curates unique experiences for 12-14 guests at a time, featuring a delicious multi-course spread that will have you reeling with absolute satisfaction.
Addar Ashor, Delhi
What can a trio of friends do, you say? They can start a supper club and make it your literal adda to hang out at. And that’s exactly what the hosts of Addar Ashor did: they started a Bengali supper club. The menu celebrates dishes crafted from treasured family recipes that capture the heart of true Bengali cooking.
Mumbai
The Long Conversations
If you’re looking for authentic flavours, a warm ambience, and some proximity to nature, TLC, or The Long Conversations, hosted by chef Sadhan Bhattacharya, is the supper club for you. What makes it special is its Omakase-inspired approach to dining, featuring Southeast Asian and rare Indian dishes, paired with soulful conversations, all set in a serene, nature-kissed space tucked within the city.
Around The Table
Founded by Rukaiya Rangwala and Ishita Desai, Around the Table is an intimate, invite-only supper club in Bandra that brings together eight strangers for an evening of shared stories, laughter, and home-style dining. Inspired by their travels and nostalgic food memories, the duo curates thoughtful, dynamic menus that balance flavour, texture, and colour, all served in a warm, relaxed home setting.
Tables and Tales
If daal, baati, churma, gatte ki sabzi, raj kachori and badam ka seera are making your mouth water too, then you have to experience a meal at Tables and Tales, a Marwadi supper club run by Smriti and Shivani. Whether it’s colourful gol safas, the table setting or the thaali of delicious marwadi delicacies, this supper club will leave you feeling warm and filled to the brim.
Pune
Ample by Kaush
All ramen lovers assemble because Chef Kaush is known to curate some of the best ramen bowls you’ll ever eat. But her supper club isn’t just about that. Bringing food and flavours from her travels, Kaush curates menus that are ingredient-forward, fresh and seasonal. From house-churned ice cream to hand-made pasta, everything at Ample is personalised and quite literally ample, be it food, conversations or vibes.
Alohi Supper Club
If you’re on the hunt for authentic Northeast Indian food, then private chef Kaira Kashyap’s supper club in Pune will satisfy your culinary curiosity. Think jhol momos, chicken momos, aloo pitika, singju, spicy chutneys; a variety of flavours dancing in your plate and lingering in your memories, peppered with conversations with strangers who could turn into lifelong friends.
Bengaluru
Má Là Kitchen
If spice is your middle name and you simply can’t stay away from noodles and broth, then Má Lā Kitchen is the place to be. An intimate home-style supper club founded by Aditya Ramakrishnan and Dongli Zhang, it celebrates the bold, numbing-spicy flavours of Sichuan cuisine. Hosted for just a handful of guests, each dinner is a sensory journey through authentic regional dishes, peppered with stories, tea rituals, and conversation.
Symbai Pop up
Sisters Daphimanroi and Dakiwanri Warjri bring their Khasi-Hill roots to Bengaluru through their supper club, Symbai, that celebrates the flavours of Meghalaya’s tribal cuisine. Expect traditional preparations like smoked pork, radish salad, oyster mushrooms with fermented soy and dried anchovy mix, and black sesame on their menu. If you’re someone looking to experience a new cuisine, this is definitely the place to be.
Pepper and Lilly
Founded by Arsha Mohan, Pepper and Lilly is an intimate, home-style supper club that turns dining into an immersive experience. They operate across Bengaluru, Trivandrum and Kochi and curate multi-course meals with themed menus, coastal-inspired dishes, handcrafted desserts, and thoughtful storytelling.
Kolkata
Salud, the supper club
Founded and hosted by chef Anishka Bose in her family home, Salud turns every meal into an experience woven in nostalgia, memory and heritage. The menu reimagines Bengali flavours through a modern lens, bringing creativity to an otherwise traditional cuisine. With limited seats and thoughtfully curated menus, Salud celebrates food, stories, and the joy of shared connection.
Marinate Supper Club
Marinate Supper Club in Kolkata, led by Chef Prishit, is yet another fusion dining experience that reimagines Bengali flavours with a global twist. Designed to be more than just a meal, each gathering blends bold, creative food with music, conversation, and a warm, communal vibe. Menus change regularly to spotlight seasonal ingredients, think crispy fish fry with caramelised onion sauce or creamy Thai-style choo chee curry, ensuring every dinner feels fresh, memorable and diverse.
At their heart, supper clubs are about more than food; they’re about connection. In an age where so much of our interaction happens online, these gatherings remind us of the beauty of slowing down, sharing a meal, and listening to stories across a table. Whether it’s discovering forgotten family recipes, tasting bold new flavours, or meeting strangers who might just become friends, supper clubs bring back a sense of intimacy and belonging that modern dining often lacks. So the next time you’re craving something more meaningful than just a night out, take a seat at a supper club table. The food will fill you, but it’s the conversations that will stay with you.
