Putting Indian Coffee on the Map with Subko

Subko is rooted in the belief that the subcontinent holds immense potential to contribute meaningfully to the global specialty coffee, craft baking, and fine cacao landscapes. Beginning its journey on March 15, 2020, Subko opened its first space in a restored 1925 Goan bungalow in Bandra West, Mumbai—a neighborhood rich with history and resilience. This space became the foundation of Subko’s work to combine local heritage with a global outlook.

Since then, Subko has quietly grown to include spaces in Mumbai, Bengaluru, New Delhi, and Hyderabad. The name “Subko” reflects its philosophy—short for “subcontinent” and meaning “for everyone” in Hindustani—a vision of inclusivity and community at its heart.

Neha Joshi

Senior Director of Operations

Neha Joshi’s journey with Subko began five years ago, bringing with her three years of experience as a pastry chef at acclaimed restaurants in Paris and Mumbai. From Subko’s earliest days on March 15, 2020—just before a global lockdown reshaped the world—Neha worked alongside the founding partners, Rahul Reddy & Daniel Trulson, to transform a bold vision into reality.

Her role evolved from overseeing bakehouse operations to leading company-wide operations, seamlessly scaling Subko's systems to match its rapid yet thoughtful growth. With a shared ethos of sustainability and precision, Neha has been instrumental in crafting an operational framework that aligns with Subko’s commitment to quality and innovation.

Prasanna Gudi

Director of Sourcing, Research & Development, Innovation: Specialty Coffee + Fine Cacao

Prasanna Gudi is a devoted pioneer in specialty coffee and fine cacao. With eight years as an Arabica Q Grader and Q Professor, he embodies a relentless pursuit of excellence. Over half a decade, Prasanna has been at the forefront of experimental coffee processing, earning accolades for his groundbreaking research and unwavering dedication to the craft.

Prasanna’s passion goes beyond the technical—he views every cup of coffee and cacao as a bridge between origin and consumer. His vision for Subko Village (Subko VLGE) reflects his deep commitment to empowering farmers through hyper-traceable sourcing models and innovative processing techniques. For Prasanna, Subko VLGE is not just a location but a movement, bringing Subko’s values to life by spotlighting its culture, partnerships, and transformative community initiatives.

The Subko Approach

Specialty Coffee: Small-batch roasts of Arabica, Robusta, and Liberica, sourced directly from the subcontinent and highlighting the uniqueness of each origin.

Craft Baking: Thoughtfully crafted bakes that marry locally sourced ingredients with global techniques, honoring tradition while embracing innovation.

Fine Cacao: Single-origin craft chocolate rooted in the subcontinent’s rich biodiversity and indigenous practices.

Subko’s story is not just about coffee, bakes, and cacao; it’s about quietly amplifying the voices of the subcontinent and sharing its untold stories with the world.

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