In this hindi podcast of The Founder’s Dream, a Entrepreneur & Business Podcast, Jayanti Kathale, founder of Purnabramha, shares her personal journey of leaving a secure IT career at the IT giant Infosys to build a successful restaurant chain. Her story is a powerful example of how passion, purpose, and principles can create lasting impact. Read on to understand how this boss woman now runs a successful restaurant chain and empowers other women to do the same. 

What Does It Take to Build a Restaurant Brand?

Back in the day, Jayanti was an engineer at Infosys, known for her honesty, discipline, and strong work ethic. But deep down, food was her true calling. Her journey started as a child cooking for just ₹1, learning traditional recipes under her grandfather. Later, a work trip to Paris sparked the idea that became Purnabramha, a restaurant celebrating authentic Maharashtrian vegetarian cuisine.

Why Only Women Can Take the Franchise

Yes, you read that right! Only women can run a Purnabramha franchise. Purnabramha isn’t just about food. It’s about women empowerment. Jayanti decided that only women can become franchise owners. Why? She believes when women run food businesses, they build communities with care and ethics. This move has opened entrepreneurial doors for many women across Maharashtra.

Keeping Food Real – No Soda, No Synthetic Drinks

In a time when restaurants serve bottled sodas and artificial drinks, Purnabramha stands out. Jayanti refuses to sell synthetic beverages or foods with artificial colours. For her, food is not just taste; it’s health, culture, and honesty served on a plate. This is the essence of Purnabramha across all outlets. 

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The Secret of 100-Year-Old Recipes

Maintaining the same authentic taste across outlets isn’t easy. Jayanti uses coded culinary formulas to preserve recipes passed down for generations. From gluten allergies to lactose intolerance, her kitchen team is trained to prepare dishes safely without compromising tradition.

Her Stand on the 70-Hour Workweek

Remember when Narayan Murthy said Indians should work 70 hours a week? Jayanti supports it. She believes discipline and hard work build businesses and nations. As someone who worked in Infosys, she knows that consistent effort shapes success.From cooking childhood meals to managing a restaurant empire, Jayanti’s story is rooted in love for food and people. Her husband is vegetarian while she is non-veg, yet their respect for each other’s choices reflects in her brand’s inclusive approach.

Should Women Start Food Businesses?

Jayanti’s answer is a loud YES. She says food businesses run by women bring authenticity, ethics, and success. Her message to aspiring female entrepreneurs – believe in your roots, work hard, and never compromise your principles.

Today, Purnabramha isn’t just a restaurant. It’s a nation wide movement! Combining culture with commercial success. With multiple outlets in Dombivli, Thane, and beyond, Jayanti Kathale is proof that with strong values, anyone can turn passion into a thriving brand. This business podcast with Abhishke Vyas on the Founder’s Dream is a must watch.