Our Story

Some journeys begin not with fireworks but with whispers— soft, delicate, and deep enough to change the trajectory of a life. Mine began on an ordinary day that dressed itself as extraordinary: my mother’s 60th birthday.

I, Puja Shree, had walked comfortably through life, cocooned in routine, until a sudden setback nudged me out of complacency, urging me to seek something truly my own. Destiny always leaves clues, etched in the marrow of childhood, until the moment arrives for them to blossom. That instant arrived when I inquired of my mother what her heart most yearned for this new stage of her life.

Her eyes sparkled, ageless and bright. "Until now, I have only shared my traditional flavors with family," she thoughtfully said, her voice soft but with an undertone of desire. "Now, at this age, I want to earn a living by sharing this taste with everyone. Maybe you could start a WhatsApp group? Perhaps a few things will sell."

In her simple wish, a monument was built within me. Her suggestion was not a mere flicker—it was a blazing torch, urging me to revive the purity that our roots knew so well.

The Guardians of Purity

Among those first to join me were my closest friends—Nitesh, Rahul, Neha, and Neetu— not merely companions, but the most passionate label checkers. Wherever they shopped, their eyes scanned each label, for they looked for the hidden specter of chemicals, artificial preservatives, added sugar, or the bogey of transfats.

It was almost ritualistic: when any product made its way into their basket, its ingredients went under examination first. Food labels to them were more than stickers—they were armor, necessary in order to select healthy, genuine foods. Their suspicion originated from the need to guard not only themselves, but their families, against the dangers of the modern world that lie in wait.

So, when they sat at my table eating our home-made dishes— prepared with not a whisper of toxic addition—they not only enjoyed flavor. They experienced peace of mind and the security of unadulterated tradition. Their thanks was a confirmation, and we dreamed together of being able to provide such purity to every home.

Reviving Our Roots

My mother’s dream was our rallying call: “Reviving Our Roots: India’s Additive-Free Journey.” No WhatsApp group could hold our vision. We longed to build a brand that would honor generations past while nurturing those yet to come.

And so, out of respect for those who came before us—and with gratitude for the unwavering guardianship of my friends—Maatru Rasah was born.

Beyond Food, Beyond Time

Each Maatru Rasah product is more than a spice blend, pickle jar, or golden honey—every bite is a celebration of India's timeless legacy. We are proud to call ourselves Bhartiya Heripreneurs, combining entrepreneurship with reverence for heritage. With every item free from chemicals and harmful preservatives, we invite families to taste the food their forebears once relished.

Our brand enfolds not only edible treasures, but also authentic GI Tag paintings from Odisha and Indian handicrafts, reminding us that heritage is not only tasted but also seen and felt.

A Purchase, A Promise

Whenever someone chooses Maatru Rasah, they join us on a quest—a rebellion against the tide of additives, a pledge to keep a mother’s dream alive, a heritage kept in jars and brushes and a celebration of the guardians who check every label so the rest of us can eat with trust.

Maatru Rasah is not a brand. It is a promise—of purity, of genuineness, and, most importantly, of a mother's love in every bite.

Our story is more than a narrative. It is a promise—pure, traditional, and crafted with the love of a mother and the vigilance of faithful friends in every single bite.