From haldi doodh to kahwa, India’s winter drinks carry centuries of comfort, healing, and heritage in every sip. 

B Corp certification pushed us to scrutinise our impact across the board. No shortcuts, just hard evidence across ethical sourcing, production, people practices, and our role in the community.

We’ve handpicked four powerful books by Indian authors that bring the reality of climate change into sharp focus, stories that make us confront the crisis head-on!

Whether it’s planting a tree to mark a new beginning or ensuring every bit of waste is composted or reused, couples across India are redefining what it means to celebrate consciously. 

We got some flavourful festive recipes just for you! Forget the store-bought sweets and step into your kitchen to whip up some classic homemade delights.

Celebrate sustainably this festive season with natural, reusable, and handmade décor. From clay diyas and fresh flowers to repurposed fabrics and eco-friendly rangolis, these ideas make your celebrations beautiful without plastic or pollution.

From grandparents buying grains loose, to 90s kids reusing Pepsi bottles, to Gen Z’s smart refill innovations and Gen Alpha’s possible tech-driven refill future, how refilling, once instinctive, is now the key to building a sustainable, zero-waste world! 

The festive season is here, and so are bundles of gifts! But shouldn’t our gifts be more meaningful and functional, instead of fleeting and disposable?

At Bare Necessities, we advocate for plastic-free packaging, zero-waste living, and circular economy solutions that cut waste and carbon emissions. Small shifts in daily choices can collectively drive big climate impact. 

The best celebrations are the ones that light up our homes, not our landfills. With a few simple changes like eco-friendly décor, mindful food planning, reusable cutlery, and sustainable gifting, we can keep the joy alive without piling up waste.