# Pagdandi Bookstore & Coffee > Let's Meet ## Posts - [Creative writing session with Natasha Badhwar and Raju Tai](https://pagdandi.org/2024/08/ochresky/): Pagdandi Bookstore and Ochre Sky Workshops Join us for fun, creative writing session with Natasha Badhwar and Raju Tai. Writing from one’s life can be a cathartic, transformative journey, both for […] - [Pagdandi Bookstore featured in The Indian Express](https://pagdandi.org/2022/11/pagdandi-bookstore-featured-in-the-indian-express/): New Pagdandi Bookstore was Featured yesterday 9th November 2022 in The Indian Express Page 3. Also available online on : https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/pune/pune-inc-bookstore-taking-on-e-commerce-giants-old-fashioned-reading-habits-8256047/ - [✨New Bookstore Launch Sale and 9th Anniversary Celebration✨](https://pagdandi.org/2022/10/%e2%9c%a8new-bookstore-launch-sale-and-9th-anniversary-celebration%e2%9c%a8/): It’s been quite long. We thought we will say a quick hello😊and share updates with you all on what we have been upto😊. We have resumed indoor dining in the […] - [Nuova Simonelli Appia Life and Anfim SP II](https://pagdandi.org/2022/03/espressomachinegrinder/): It is going to be a long post but please do bear with us as we have a lot to share and tell. When we started Pagdandi more than 8 […] - [Pagdandi is now open for Dine-In, Browsing, Take Away and Delivery!](https://pagdandi.org/2021/06/pagdandi-is-now-open-for-dine-in-browsing-take-away-and-delivery/): Pagdandi Bookstore Cafe is now open for Dine-In, Browsing, Take Away and Delivery from 10.30am to 7.30pm. Come have a chai at pagdandi! We make it the way you like […] - [Buy 2 Books Get 1 Free](https://pagdandi.org/2021/02/buy2get1free/): New releases across genres and categories are on Pagdandi’s Buy 2 Get 1 Book Sale. Choose any 3 books and one of them is free! The sale is brought to […] - [Pagdandi Gift Voucher](https://pagdandi.org/2020/04/pagdandi-gift-voucher/) - [Pagdandi Book Title Crossword #1](https://pagdandi.org/2019/07/pagdandi-book-title-crossword-1/) - [A Bag and A Book #4 : Destination Spain](https://pagdandi.org/2019/03/a-bag-and-a-book-4-destination-spain/): The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page. — St Augustine Unfortunately, it’s not always possible to travel as much as you’d want. […] - [A Bag & A Book #3 : Destination Morocco](https://pagdandi.org/2018/12/a-bag-a-book-3-destination-morocco/): The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page. -St Augustine Unfortunately,it’s not always possible to travel as much as you’d want. Maybe you […] - [A Bag & A Book #2 : Destination Goa](https://pagdandi.org/2018/11/a-bag-a-book-2-destination-goa/): The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page. – St Augustine Unfortunately, it’s not always possible to travel as much as you’d want. […] - [Kerala Floods Relief Fund Donation](https://pagdandi.org/2018/11/kerala-floods-relief-fund-donation/): August 2018 saw Kerala subjected to one of the worst floods and devastation in it’s history. As the state reeled and tried to recover, Pagdandi along with multiple groups came […] - [Snapshots from Saree Donation Drive](https://pagdandi.org/2018/05/snapshots-from-saree-donation-drive/): Snapshots from Distribution of Sarees collected through Service Through Six Yards – Saree Donation Drive organized by clothesforhelp.org at Pagdandi Books Chai Cafe           - [Charity Chai Funds for Under Privileged Kids](https://pagdandi.org/2017/08/charity-chai-funds-uprivileged-kids/): Over the years a lot of you have bought Charity Chai’s at our cafe to fund our social initiatives. Most of the times we sponsor or serve chai and snacks […] - [Pagdandi Now a Bookstore](https://pagdandi.org/2017/07/pagdandi-now-bookstore/): Hey Folks! Our long wait is finally coming to fruition. Starting this year we started to focus more and more on selling new books. We approached publishers and distributors to […] - ["Nisargaraya" - Ecofriendly Ganesh idols from eCoexist - 2017](https://pagdandi.org/2017/06/nisargaraya-ecofriendly-ganesh-idols-ecoexist-2017/): It’s that time of the year again. eCoexist is back with its beautiful range of clay and paper mache idols. Please find the catalogue in this post. You can download […] - [Ecofriendly Clay Ganesh Idol by ecoexist](https://pagdandi.org/2016/06/ecofriendly-clay-ganesh-idol-by-ecoexist/): Hi Folks, It’s that time of the year again. eCoexist is back with its beautiful range of clay and paper mache idols. Do place your orders and reserve your idols […] - [Pagdandi Video by Cycling Octopus](https://pagdandi.org/2016/02/pagdandivideo/): Check out this Super Duper awesome Video on Pagdandi – Books Chai Cafe by Cycling Octopus as part of their Pune Stories project. We are simply blown away!! Thank you […] - [Watercolour Art Exhibition by Nachiket Prakash](https://pagdandi.org/2015/11/watercolour-art-exhibition-by-nachiket-prakash/): Nachiket is a Bachelor of Fine arts who holds an experience of more than a decade in the world of art. He is an established artist in Pune and has […] - [A Bag & A Book - Destination Vietnam](https://pagdandi.org/2015/11/a-bag-a-book-destination-vietnam/):   A Bag & A Book (By Pagdandi & Black Swan Journeys) brings to you destination Vietnam. Customized travel experience with perfect book recommendations to go with it. Vietnam is […] - [Cozy Corner of Pagdandi](https://pagdandi.org/2015/10/cozy-corner-of-pagdandi/): Most people, when they enter first look left to see if it is empty. The really tired have dozed off book in hand & we have had to disturb their […] - [Zomato Highest Rated Restaurant Award](https://pagdandi.org/2015/09/zomato-highest-rated-restaurant-award/): We were invited for the Zomato Summit 2015 at Westin Hotel in Pune yesterday on 22nd September. Here is what we ended up coming back with!     A big big […] - [Vegan options at Pagdandi in Pune Mirror](https://pagdandi.org/2015/07/vegan-options-at-pagdandi-in-pune-mirror/): We are in Pune Mirror today Page 19. For offering a ‪#‎vegan‬ ‪#‎soymilk‬ option in all our milk based beverages. Featured in the photograph is our Khus Milkshake. - [Ecofriendly Ganesh Idol](https://pagdandi.org/2015/06/ecofriendly-ganesh-idol/): Ecofriendly Ganesh Idols and accessories by Ecoexist are now available for booking at Pagdandi. You can book your choice of idol by paying 50% amount advance at Pagdandi or transferring the […] - [Walk your Pagdandi - Travel](https://pagdandi.org/2015/06/walk-your-pagdandi-travel/): We have always counted travel as one of our first loves. Picking up our backpack and travelling is something we always look forward to. Those who know our story know […] - [Yourstory Feature](https://pagdandi.org/2015/06/yourstory-feature/): Our founders Neha and Vishal have been featured in Yourstory. Situated inside an idyllic mall on Pune’s Baner Pashan Link Road is Pagdandi. It is an inviting place with a […] - [Pagdandi Featured in India Today](https://pagdandi.org/2015/05/pagdandi-featured-in-india-today/): We are featured in the Pune edition of ‘India today’ this month of April 2015. Thank you so much for helping us reach here :).  We are humbled and motivated to […] - [Alif recorded a live track at Pagdandi](https://pagdandi.org/2015/04/alif-recorded-a-live-track-at-pagdandi/): The Pune based Sufi Ethnic Rock Band ‘Alif’, previously known as ‘Highway 61’, recorded a live track at Pagdandi as part of their ‘Story a Song’ project. Check out the video […] - [Musicians jam at Pagdandi](https://pagdandi.org/2015/03/musicians-jam-at-pagdandi/): Genesis. The birth of something new. Creation. How awesome it is to see something come to life in front of your eyes. Watch this beautifully haunting‪ Scottish melody in progress. ‪Hit Like […] - [Tabla, Guitar & Djembe Jam](https://pagdandi.org/2015/02/jam/): Impromptu Music Jam session featuring Tabla, Guitar & Djembe. - [Newsletter 30.01.15](https://pagdandi.org/2015/02/newsletter-30-01-15/): Dear Friends, Greetings from Pagdandi. This time our newsletter contains information regarding new books for sale, Pune Urban Village Unconference – a wonderful community event and the much awaited natural […] - [Pagdandi in Pune Mirror](https://pagdandi.org/2015/01/pagdandi-pune-mirror/): Pagdandi is in Pune Mirror today, Page 22. Featuring everyone’s favorite Adrak Chai, Hot Milk with Kakvi and Charity Chai. Thank you Shweta Kapur for featuring us, Nikhil Ghorpade for taking […] - [Pagdandi featured in The Golden Sparrow, Pune](https://pagdandi.org/2014/12/goldensparrow/): Pagdandi Books Chai Cafe featured in The Golden Sparrow ‘s today edition Saturday 20/12/14. Pg. 2 . Read the web article at: http://buff.ly/1zfacbs - [Freedom Trail Pune by Janwani](https://pagdandi.org/2014/09/freedom-trail-pune-janwani/): Janwani has released a new book called “Freedom Trail Pune” . Copies of the book are available at Pagdandi. For more about the book read: http://janwani.org/site/freedom-trail-pune http://www.virasatpune.com/?page_id=5056 - [Flex Recycled Bags](https://pagdandi.org/2014/09/flex-recycled-bags/): Pagdandi is now stocking Bags and Folders made from recycled Flex. Produced by Plusone Initiative . Come and discover these awesome bags! ‪ - [Recycle Egg Crates](https://pagdandi.org/2014/09/recycle-egg-crates/): We are collecting Egg Crates for Ecoexist (www.e-coexist.com) to upcycle them into diwali lights. Please donate your Egg Crates to Pagdandi – Books Chai Cafe instead of throwing them away […] - [Times of India Feature](https://pagdandi.org/2014/09/times-india-feature/): Pagdandi was featured today Sunday, 31st August 2014 in Times of India, Pune, Page 4. Did you read it?   - [Anniversary Event](https://pagdandi.org/2014/08/anniversary-event/): 25th August 2014 Pagdandi turned 1 and we celebrated this occasion by our staff cutting two awesome cakes. A Pumpkin Spice and a Chocolate Ganache. The cake cutting was followed […] - [Happy Ganesh Chaturthi](https://pagdandi.org/2014/08/ganeshchaturthi/): Ganesh Chaturthi is the biggest festival that Punekars celebrate and Pagdandi is infected by the fever as well. From selling Eco-Friendly Ganpati Idols by Eco-Exist (www.e-coexist.com) to conducting a ‘Make […] - [Our 1st Anniversary](https://pagdandi.org/2014/08/1st-anniversary/): From what we were then to what we are now. Last 25th August, this journey started. And it has been an incredible one. Wouldn’t have been possible without all. Special thanks […] - [Banyan Tree Books](https://pagdandi.org/2014/08/banyan-tree-books/): Banyan Tree Books are now available at Pagdandi BANYAN TREE publishes and distributes books that bind together the relationship of living and non living. Their books challenge the pre-defined notions of institutionalized […] - [Cast Out by Sucharita Dutta Asane](https://pagdandi.org/2014/08/cast-sucharita-dutta-asane/): Sucharita has very graciously allowed us to share this short story on our blog. Revolving around the theme of taboos around menstruation, Sucharita builds a poignant world of piety, hope […] - [You're Perfect](https://pagdandi.org/2014/08/youre-perfect/): We found Tarun Gidwani holding up this sign yesterday evening at the bus stop outside Starbucks, Koregaon Park. We had to stop and congratulate him on being Perfect! And we […] - [R.I.P. Maya Angelou](https://pagdandi.org/2014/05/r-i-p-maya-angelou/) - [Rabindranath Tagore Quote](https://pagdandi.org/2014/05/rabindranath-tagore-quote/) - [No Looking back by Shivani Gupta](https://pagdandi.org/2014/03/no-looking-back-by-shivani-gupta/): No Looking Back by Shivani Gupta is an inspiring and moving memoir that showcases the indomitability of the human spirit in the face of overwhelming odds. Pagdandi along with Ekansh Trust […] - [Umbartha screening & Director Interaction](https://pagdandi.org/2014/03/umbartha-screening-director-interaction/): Pagdandi will be screening a short film ‘Umbartha’ followed by interaction with its Director Sumit Vanjari on Sunday, 16th March, 2014 from 5-6PM. More about the film: On a Sunday, […] - [10 Must Read Women Oriented Books](https://pagdandi.org/2014/03/10-must-read-women-oriented-books/): Some people question the need of having only one day as a celebration of women hood while it is an year round issue. To add perspective, one day allows us […] - [Book Introduction by Sharan Garcha of Gypsy](https://pagdandi.org/2014/01/book-introduction-by-sharan-garcha-of-gypsy/):   This book is a collection of twelve stories written by Sumit Patil. Life is full of small stories that get compiled into an entire novel or a life story. […] - [Neha's Voice](https://pagdandi.org/2013/07/nehas-voice/):     Hello everyone! Today Vishal is super busyyyy so I thought tentenaaaaaa… I would take over 😀 😀 I will start with something super exciting… yup… we kind of stumbled upon […] - [Colour Me Yellow](https://pagdandi.org/2013/07/35/): Hello World, We are back with another post. As the shop is nearing completion, the nervous jitters are starting to creep in. Lot of things yet to be finalized, including […] - [Progress](https://pagdandi.org/2013/07/progress/): We had a small hiccup in the workflow. In retrospect we had installed an exceedingly small sink which might have been very impractical from future use point of view. We […] - [Work is on](https://pagdandi.org/2013/06/work-is-on/): Hello World, Pagdandi is about to be born. It was conceived as an idea by me and my wife Neha about a year ago. We wanted a place where we […] ## Pages - [Newsletter](https://pagdandi.org/newsletter/) - [Wishlist](https://pagdandi.org/wishlist/) - [bookdiscussions](https://pagdandi.org/bookdiscussions/) - [YITH POS](https://pagdandi.org/pos/) - [LinkTree](https://pagdandi.org/linktree/): The Indian Express Feature Careers Cafe Book Store Scroll.in Article Conde Nast Traveller Magazine Article - [Careers](https://pagdandi.org/careers/): Open Positions 1. Book Seller (Full Time) Working Days: 6 Days a week WOFF: One Fixed Weekday Full Time Position Timings: 10.15am to 9.15pm Work Site: On Location in the […] - [Delivery and Refund](https://pagdandi.org/deliveryandrefunds/): Shipment of Products: Purchases are shipped from our own or third party warehouses/ stores or offices from various points in India by our third party logistics partners. Our endeavour is to […] - [Privacy Policy](https://pagdandi.org/privacypolicy/): The Pagdandi Bookstore Cafe Privacy Policy This Privacy Policy describes how your personal information is collected, used, and shared when you visit or make a purchase from http://pagdandi.org (the “Site”). […] - [Terms and Conditions](https://pagdandi.org/termsandconditions/): THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS (“USER AGREEMENT “) GOVERN YOUR USE OF THE WEBSITE http://pagdandi.org (THE “WEBSITE”) OPERATED BY PAGDANDI BOOKSTORE CAFE, PUNE, (HEREINAFTER REFERRED TO AS “PAGDANDI”) . BY USING […] - [Gift Vouchers](https://pagdandi.org/vouchers/):   Pagdandi Gift Vouchers are the best of all the worlds! Valid for In-Store Purchases & Deliveries across the globe! Redeemable against Books OR Food, Beverages and Merchandise.  Please hit […] - [Transaction Failed](https://pagdandi.org/transaction-failed/): Your transaction failed, please try again or contact site support. There are several options to determine if you are dealing with a reliable affordable essay writing service. A test order […] - [Purchase history](https://pagdandi.org/purchase-history/): [mprm_purchase_history] If you are looking to purchase an essay papers online, you have many choices. The master thesis paper writing service most reliable companies have skilled writers who are able […] - [Success](https://pagdandi.org/success/): [mprm_success] There were lots of processes, and that I law essay writing help really should have gone with a guide like Learn and Compose or something similar. - [Bookstore](https://pagdandi.org/bookstore/): Thank you for browsing our catalogue. This is a work in progress and we are updating it every day. Please visit again to see the updated file. Search through the […] - [Tea Certificates](https://pagdandi.org/teacert/) - [Gift Voucher](https://pagdandi.org/voucher/) - [Naturals](https://pagdandi.org/naturals/): ORGANICALLY GROWN ASSAM CTC Active management of soil, water and plants contribute to a sustainable healthy tea with unique taste characteristics. buy now To know more, view the video below. […] - [Store](https://pagdandi.org/store/) - [WPForms Preview](https://pagdandi.org/wpforms-preview/): This is the WPForms preview page. 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We also provide consultations to those wanting to start creative community spaces in […] - [About](https://pagdandi.org/aboutus/): Since 2013 At Pagdandi, our purpose is simple, to enable authentic human experiences. In 2013, we began as a small store that rented books and served chai. Today, we still […] ## Products - [Vegan - Banana & Hazelnut Cakelet with Belgian Chocolate Ganache](https://pagdandi.org/product/vegan-banana-hazelnut-cakelet-with-belgian-chocolate-ganache/) - [Iced Tea Peach](https://pagdandi.org/product/iced-tea-peach/) - [Iced Tea Lemon](https://pagdandi.org/product/iced-tea-lemon/) - [Umami Brew Kombucha 200ml Kokum Ginger](https://pagdandi.org/product/umami-brew-kombucha-200ml-kokum-ginger/) - [Umami Brew Kombucha 200ml Pineapple Spice](https://pagdandi.org/product/umami-brew-kombucha-200ml-pineapple-spice/) - [Umami Brew Kombucha 200ml Apple Cinnamon](https://pagdandi.org/product/umami-brew-kombucha-200ml-apple-cinnamon/) - [Iced Americano](https://pagdandi.org/product/iced-americano/) - [Iced Mocha](https://pagdandi.org/product/iced-mocha/) - [Cold Pressed Fresh Orange Juice](https://pagdandi.org/product/fresh-orange-juice/): Cold Pressed Orange Juice. That’s it! 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These soft pillowy buns are sweet & spiced and perfect when toasted and buttered (that's how we serve it). #nutfree - [Chocolate & Jaggery Caramel with Peanut Crumble Cream Bun](https://pagdandi.org/product/chocolate-jaggery-caramel-peanut-crumble-cream-bun/): Chocolate Jaggery Caramel Peanut Crumble Cream Bun - [Belgian Chocolate & Almond Gooey Brownie](https://pagdandi.org/product/belgian-chocolate-almond-brownie/): Good balance of fudgy and cakey, this soft and gooey Brownie has the chocolate flavor front and centre. Topped with our house made Dark Chocolate Hazelnut butter and a smattering of roasted hazelnuts, this essentially is our Nutella-ish Brownie version BUT without the overload of processed sugar! Made using 60% Belgian Chocolate. - [Caramelized Custard Cream Bun with Hazelnut Crumble](https://pagdandi.org/product/caramelized-custard-cream-bun-with-hazelnut-crumble/): These little buns are made with brioche dough and sandwiched with a delectable caramelized custard cream and hazelnut crumble. Have them cold with a cup of black coffee for full appreciation! - [Ragi Porridge Sourdough 400gm](https://pagdandi.org/product/ragi-porridge-sourdough-400gm/): Whole Ragi (Finger Millet) is soaked overnight and cooked into a porridge. This nutritious porridge gets folded into the dough, not only giving it a beautiful speckly look but also a tender slippery crumb that remains moist for days.   About Sourdough: Centuries old tradition of baking bread, this one uses no commercial yeast. Instead it relies on a 'wild yeast' starter & slow rise / fermentation, which breaks down the gluten into amino acids. This translates into easier digestion even for those who are sensitive to gluten. The slow process (15 hours) not only produces more flavour (and a slight tang), it also translates into a bread that is full of naturally occurring nutrients. Good to know: finger millet is an excellent source of natural calcium & natural iron. - [Potato & Rosemary Sourdough 400gm](https://pagdandi.org/product/potato-rosemary-sourdough-400gm/): This variety of Sourdough includes bits of pan fried potatoes and rosemary giving it a beautiful 'potatoey' and herby crumb & aroma. - [Vegan Gluten Free Chocolate Chia Pudding](https://pagdandi.org/product/vegan-gluten-free-chocolate-chia-pudding/): Organic Jaggery & Coconut Milk Chia Seed Pudding with Chocolate (served with Orange chunks and toasted hazelnuts) - [Vegan Gluten Free Chia Pudding](https://pagdandi.org/product/vegan-gluten-free-chia-pudding/): Organic Jaggery & Coconut Milk Chia Seed Pudding (served with apple chunks and toasted almonds) - [Veg Burger](https://pagdandi.org/product/vegburger/): A wholesome patty & fresh veggies along with a zing of mustard, this is the burger to make a meal of! The buttery soft and fluffy burger bun sprinkled with black and white sesame seeds made by the good butter bakery elevates it to another level! Wash it down with our Iced Vietnamese style coffee and chase those blues away! - [Vanilla Cream Bun](https://pagdandi.org/product/cream-bun/): These little buns are made with brioche dough and sandwiched with a light, creamy, vanilla flecked & just sweet enough custard cream. Have them cold with a cup of black […] - [Multiseed Sourdough Loaf 400gm](https://pagdandi.org/product/multiseed-sourdough-loaf-400gm/): This Sourdough boule has toasted mixed seeds such as sesame, sunflower and pumpkin folded into the dough for that extra nuttiness & nutrition. About Sourdough: Centuries old tradition of baking bread, this one uses no commercial yeast. Instead it relies on a 'wild yeast' starter & slow rise / fermentation, which breaks down the gluten into amino acids. This translates into easier digestion even for those who are sensitive to gluten. The slow process (15 hours) not only produces more flavour (and a slight tang), it also translates into a bread that is full of naturally occurring nutrients. #butterfree #dairyfree #eggless #refinedsugarfree #oilfree - [Postcards from Devalsari - Peeyush Sekhsaria](https://pagdandi.org/product/postcards-from-devalsari/): A set of 5 postacrds made from watercolour paintings made on site, sale of these supports conservation efforts of the Devalsari Environment Protection and Technology Development Society. Devalsari is located in Tehri Garhwal, Uttarakhand - [Postcards from Ladakh - Peeyush Sekhsaria](https://pagdandi.org/product/postcards-from-ladakh/): A set of 6 postcards made from watercolour paintings made on site in Ladakh by Peeyush Sekhsaria. Sale proceeds go to support the Youth Association of Gya Meru Valley for their environment awareness and capacity building activities - [Our Tigers Return - Peeyush Sekhsaria and Rangaiah Sreenivasa Murthy](https://pagdandi.org/product/our-tigers-return/): Our Tigers Return - A delightful storybook for children and adult nature lovers. “The crux of the book— Panna’s revival — is explained in the title. After a brief overview of Panna Tiger Reserve, and the shameful extinction of tigers here in 2009, the book centres on the tremendous task of reintroducing tigers to Panna. - [Walnut and Cranberry Sourdough 400gm](https://pagdandi.org/product/walnut-and-cranberry-sourdough-400gm/): This variant of Sourdough ups the wholegrain to 50%. 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