Basu Ratnam on Expanding the Reach of Indian Cuisine through INDAY
The meez Podcast
#78. In this episode of The meez Podcast, host Josh Sharkey sits down with Basu Ratnam, founder of karma-infused restaurant group, INDAY. INDAY came to life while Basu was working in finance in New York City. As his career progressed, he felt increasingly disconnected from what he truly cared about. With lifelong memories of being around food and a mother who instilled the belief that food can nourish the mind, body, spirit, and community, he saw the potential of pursuing that idea through INDAY.
This conversation offers an insightful look into the challenges and rewards of scaling restaurants. Basu discusses his role as a founder, emphasizing the importance of supporting and nurturing the chefs he works with, ensuring their success and happiness.
Where to find Basu Ratnam:
Where to find INDAY
Where to find host Josh Sharkey:
In this episode, we cover:
(01:17): Basu's background at Brown and favorite Providence restaurants
(07:29): Basu's familial background and what his mom used to cook
(10:53): Why Basu decided to open a fast-casual Indian space
(16:04): The impetus for store number two
(21:55): Opening restaurants and stress management
(24:21): The why behind INDAY existing
(32:22): Infusing mindfulness into INDAY's culture
(34:57): Acquiring Beatnic
(43:10): What keeps Basu up at night
(47:34): What makes Basu angry
