It's high time we all Go Native!

shruti_parthu · April 29, 2019, 1:56pm

I have been trying to lead a low waste lifestyle for the past 7 months. When I set out on this journey, the biggest challenge I faced was that I was unable to easily identify and find places that could enable the same. This led me to the concept of sustainability and I believe sustainability both propagates and inevitably leads to a low waste lifestyle. There are a handful of people who are willing to try this lifestyle, but unfortunately, due to lack of awareness and resources, the number of people who are able to successfully live a sustainable and low waste life is less. As a result, not many people are willing to make the switch. I think it is a cycle and the cycle has to be broken somewhere. Since then I have been on the lookout for any such places - Be it restaurants, local markets, clothing brands, sustainable practices, waste management centers or even courses/fellowships that provide learning on sustainability.
Go Native, is a beautiful amalgamation of all the things mentioned above and more.

Go Native stands tall boasting a three floored building in the bustling streets of HSR layout.

The interiors, the decor and everything about the place shout sustainability. The decor makes you feel like you are in Mother Earth’s lap or perhaps lost somewhere in her forests. The space is lit up by lights made of cement and banana dust. The vibe of the place ends up being Earthy, comfortable and chic all at once.

The farm to table concept empowers the local farmer’s community and also brings to our table quirky and delicious combinations of healthy vegetarian food. Ranging from millet Pizzas to a healthy buddha rice bowl and jackfruit biryani, they have it all! The menu is seasonal and never fails to surprise you.

The retail store and furniture store in the same building showcases a whole range of products ranging from clothes from sustainable fashion brands, accessories, cosmetics(lip balm, kajal, lipstick, creams, etc), groceries(rice, oils, grains) and more! All these products are made by NGOs and local artisans alike. Groceries are package free, so customers can bring their own bags and containers, thereby reducing waste. All other products come in minimum or sustainable packaging. Pictures of local artisans and farmers, and facts around the space only give a sense of realness and pride in being part of the whole Go Native experience.

They also host events, screenings, activities, and seminars from time to time. The recent most one being the fashion revolution, part of which was a cloth swap program, with GreenStitched to give a second life to your clothes.

Go Native, is the one-stop destination for a sustainability 101, for someone who is aware or not aware of the concept.

Everything about the place speaks to me and stands for everything I stand and hope to stand for.

I think it’s high time we all go back to our roots, and that we all, GO NATIVE!