Most people think of India and picture tea. This session is about to change that.
This month Aarti and Vaaruni from RUCHIK bring us South Indian filter coffee, a tradition with its own history, rituals, and way of thinking about coffee.
This isn't a lecture. Aarti and Vaaruni will demonstrate the brewing method as they go, taking us through the history of coffee in South India and the rituals that surround drinking it: the steel tumbler and davara, the pour back and forth that builds the froth, and the unhurried pace of it.
We'll taste two coffees side by side: a pure Arabica, and the traditional Arabica-Robusta-chicory blend that gives South Indian filter coffee its distinctive character. We'll explore what sets them apart, and why.
Expect a session that's sensory and conversational rather than presented at you, where the coffee and story lead the way.
About RUCHIK
RUCHIK began taking shape in winter 2024, when Vaaruni travelled to Bengaluru and spent time exploring the city's cafés and discovering more about South Indian filter coffee. Raised in Mumbai and London with roots in Karnataka, she found herself reconnecting with a part of her heritage through coffee, food and drink.
The name RUCHIK comes from a Konkani/Kannada word meaning “tasteful” or “delicious”. RUCHIK is about bringing a taste of home and heritage in a cup, while helping people discover and understand South Indian filter coffee.
About Guildford Coffee Club
Coffee Club is a relaxed and thoughtful Sunday gathering centred around coffee, good conversation and discovery. It brings together curious, open people who enjoy learning, conversation, and the simple fun of discovering something new.
Each Coffee Club session focuses on a different aspect of the coffee world, creating space for open dialogue and discovery. The atmosphere is calm, welcoming, and informal, with time to engage at your own pace, share a laugh, and truly connect with fellow coffee lovers.
No experience needed. Just curiosity and a willingness to pay attention.
Expect great coffee, open conversation, and plenty to take home.
First time? Use code FIRSTTIME for a discount.
