Sustainable Steps: Ms. Ashima Mehra (Earth Week Special!)

Sustainable Steps: Ms. Ashima Mehra (Earth Week Special!)

From Sustainable Steps by Ishaan Bharadwaj, Eshan Akula, and Shrey Aggarwal

April 14, 2025 · 11 min · Season 1 · Episode 7

About this episode

The episode features a conversation with Ms. Ashima Mehra about her sustainable café and practical advice for eco-conscious living.

In this episode of Sustainability Steps, hosts Ishaan, Eshan, and Shrey sit down with Ms. Ashima Mehra, founder of The Simple Fare, a consciously crafted café in Millburn, New Jersey that blends Indian-inspired cuisine, sustainability, and community. Together, they explore Ashima’s journey from her early environmental influences to her mission of building a café rooted in health and eco-conscious living. She talks about sourcing locally, minimizing waste, and the real-world challenges of running a sustainable business. Ashima also shares practical advice for listeners on making small but impactful changes in their everyday food choices. This conversation offers a new perspective into how mindful businesses can shape a healthier, more sustainable future. Be sure to check out Simple Fare at 35 Main Street in Millburn, New Jersey!

People in this episode

Hosts: Ishaan Bharadwaj, Eshan Akula, Shrey Aggarwal

Guest: Ms. Ashima Mehra

Topics covered

  • sustainability
  • eco-conscious living
  • local sourcing
  • food choices
  • mindful business

Keywords

  • sustainability
  • café
  • eco-friendly
  • Indian cuisine
  • local sourcing
  • waste minimization
  • food choices

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Simple Fare

Places: Millburn, New Jersey, 35 Main Street

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