S02 EP10 | India’s F&B Industry Finally Getting a Healthy Makeover | Startup Table with AJ

In this episode of Startup Table with AJ, Archana Jahagirdar, Founder and Managing Partner of Rukam Capital, sits down with a power-packed panel of early-stage Indian startup founders who are reimagining how we eat, nourish, and care for our bodies.

From frozen espresso shots to healthy cereals, 10-minute meals, and science-backed supplements, this conversation goes beyond just food. It’s about how today’s most exciting brands build purpose-led businesses that blend health, flavor, and innovation—meeting the demands of a generation that wants more from what they consume.

Whether you’re a founder, investor, health enthusiast, or simply curious about how India’s consumer landscape is evolving, this episode offers rich insights, real founder stories, and bold takes on what it takes to build brands people not only try—but trust.

Featured Founders & Startups: Sheena Khurana, Zenma Coffee – Ready-to-drink frozen espresso shots Anurag Jain, Upside Health – Healthy breakfast foods Radhika Rajpal, Patchup Health – Nutritional supplements for modern routines Harsh Batra, Happy Ratio – Smart meals from a health-first QSR Uttam Kumar, Nomly – Fresh food in 10 minutes; QSR redefined Sparsh Mittal, Zerobeli – Clean-label healthy snacks and cereals Richa Sharma, CurryIt – Ready-to-cook Indian curries and pastes About Startup Table with AJ: Startup Table with AJ is more than just a content series; it’s a platform for candid conversations, authentic stories, and practical insights from India’s early-stage founders.

Created and hosted by Archana Jahagirdar, the series showcases real entrepreneurial journeys across food, tech, wellness, and beyond—bringing together curious minds, bold ideas, and purpose-driven leadership to inspire the next wave of changemakers.