Lets go on an Indian Food Expedition. Not all Indian eateries are the same. There are buffets, a la cart, chaat, sweet shops, snacks and the lists goes on. There is no one type of Indian food as it includes Bengali, Goan, Rajasthani, South Indian,  Punjabi and more all loaded with exotic and intricate flavors. The naming of Indian foods is not nearly as complex as it sounds! many dishes are named after the cooking process.  Tandoor simply means roasted or barbequed.  If you're new (or even an ex …

This group is for anyone interested in learning Indian cooking, both meat or vegetarian dishes i.e. proteins, veggies or starch. All cooking skills levels are welcome as there will be classes for all levels - the first time cook or advanced chef. I have been asked SOO many times about how I cook that I figured I can start building my own recipe book while teaching it ! I have been a meetup member for several years with different groups, so like the format of interaction and getting to make frien …

GROUP CLOSED TO NEW MEMBERS Are you a married woman of Indian origin and would like to connect with other ladies like yourself but can't find a meetup exclusively for married Indian women in the area? Well, then this meetup is for you. There are many single groups but so few meetups for married Indian ladies. Lets face reality, life is very different once you are married. It's difficult to join the single ladies for late nights or get aways. We are mostly busy with our hubbys or if we have child …

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Let’s meet up to socialize and connect with other Indian women and at the same time, give back to our community as well as support causes that affect Indian Women. This is a group of Indian women working to empower younger generation of Indian women by educating them on preserving the heritage of India. The group meets once a month . Group discusses topics effecting Indian Women today, Plans community service projects to work on and plans social events for the group.

Bollywood in Hollywood !!!! You want to join this group if you are new in this area....or if you want to meet some new people and make some great friends and last but not the least if you want to have some great fun while you are in the Bay area. This would be a great way to connect with different culture, enjoy hollywood/bollywood movies, Indian music, dance to some great music , explore local food, and places etc...get ready to bring in some extra spice in your life by joining this group.... I …

This is a meetup group for Indians who are interested in playing traditional Indian games like goli, ghilli danda, bugari, street cricket, lagori, carrom and many more. It's open to singles as well as families with kids. We will organize events for kids and grown ups alike with an intent to revive the nostalgic games we grew up playing.

Ever just want to watch a Bollywood movie? What about crave some good chaat? Hate the look the waiter at the Indian restaurant gives you when you pronounce something with your best Indian accent and he still doesn't understand your order? If you answered yes to any of these, then this group is for you. This group is for all coconuts, non-coconuts, confused, and non-confused american desis (and friends). Get in touch with your fob side; make new friends; meet new people, and have a good time! P …

Let's know our neighbors!!! This meetup is to help socialize with our nearby people , localites!! A lot of times after coming back from work , we feel like meeting some nice like minded people.Instead of driving each day a few miles just to meet our friends, wouldn't you love it just to get out of your house and spend some quality time chit chatting, sharing some laughs with your Near by one's. Married women - Working, non working won't you love to chit chat with a GARAM CHAI just next door!!!! …

If you are a punjabi and are tired of going to south bay to be part of all the punjabi activities and to meet all the fun people, then you need to join this group. Let's have our own fun community in the city. I would like this group to be SF+punjabi at heart but global in vision. Let's make the group inclusive. If you know of friends who are genuinely interested in our culture, invite them to join the group and also join our activities.

Traveling alone can be really boring :( Join our adventure and travel group! This group allows members to create and manage their own events and adventures.But there would be definate rules set for it about which ill be posting later. We are  like minded adventure and thrill seeking desis who like road trips,camping,backpacking,skydiving,hiking,rock climbing,bungee jumping,surfing,sailing,skiing,snowboarding ,rafting,kayaking etc. While this group is mostly about adventure,thrill and outdoors we …

The idea of the group is to foster friendships through events like Kirtan, Langar seva, potluck, dinner, movies, concerts, picnis, outdoor & indoor sports, discussions forums and of course Bhangara parties. Hopefully this group will provide means of communicating your interest in an activity of your choice and finding like minded people to do it with. Social club for those who seek the company of Sikhs & Punjabis in the Bay Area.

I am starting this group to bring together Malayali families looking to expand their social network. We will plan for meet up and fun activities once the group grows.All ages welcome.

Created purely for my love of the Punjabi Language and the simple pleasure of saying Ahoo.

This group is for Desis to come together, get to know one another and enjoy random things during the week.

This is a group for practitioners of vocal and instrumental Carnatic music who are looking forward to getting better at their respective talents through knowledge sharing and mutual collaboration on a regular basis. Activities will include organizing, finding and attending classical Carnatic Music concerts in the Bay, lecture demonstrations by visiting artistes, in house concerts for members to sharpen their concert performance skills. Since the best way to learn is by teaching, this will also b …

Hello.. this meetup group is for married desi women living in the tri-valley area to come together to socialize and have fun. Shopping, coffee, dinners, movies, hiking, dancing.. etc are few of the very many activities you can look forward to. Would really like to keep this group very simple and friendly so please join only if you are serious about making friends and getting to know people around the area. To make this group a fun environment for everyone, there is just one simple rule... you ca …

We are a collective of dancers, DJs, artists and more. We want to share to joy of Bhangra with the Bay Area community. If you're looking a fun workout, a chance to try out a new flavor of dance, and to meet some exceptional people, you're at the right place! We currently offer classes in San Francisco and Berkeley, run a monthly event at Public Works and perform throughout the bay.

I hope to use this meetup group to act as a one stop shop for Native American themed events happening in the Bay Area including Pow Wows, conferences, concerts, ceremonies, seminars, festivals, and any other gatherings. The group is open to everybody and please feel free to submit your event to me directly to add to the calendar!

Welcome to the Bhakti Yoga Group In this group we learn and practice the art of Bhakti Yoga, the yoga of love and devotion originally taught by the great sages of the original Indian culture. Bhakti Yoga combines special techniques of meditation, the utterance of sacred mantras to calm and uplift our minds and hearts, and the cultivation of a pure, healthy, and balanced way of life. From the original source, the most authoritative spiritual books available to us today, some of them well o …

This group hopes to connect people in San Francisco. Most of our events are centered around South Asian themes. If you are drawn to off and not-so-off beat South Asian cultural stuff, please join us.

Let's face it. Desis are awesome! This group is open to everyone interested in meeting Indian, Pakistani & other south asian singles, living in SF and the Bay Area. We keep it all fun and respectful. Come meet singles in casual meetups, who knows.. you just might meet the right one :)

If you are Bollywood crazy, love munching on desi food, love the multi cultural life we live in Bay Area and want to hang out with some cool people who know how to have fun, this is the meetup to be in. If you love to dance Bollywood Istyle, Love Going to Bollywood Concerts, Want to get the best deals and discounts for shows, love Desi Movie Nights, and Love Watching Plays, this is the group to be at. What to expect? Meet Bollywood Celebrities, Party like a Bollywood Star , taste some wonder …

Women experience different and difficult transitions within their life. This meet up is geared towards young adults, adults, and seasoned women of all ages, cultures, abilities, and life experiences.  I am aware that we all experience growing pains in our lifetime. As we experience these seasons in our life, whether it be starting/ending a career, getting married/separated/divorced, having a child, parenting, experiencing menopause, retirement, or caring for an elderly parent, we aren't always e …

This group is for East Indian and American couples. Sometimes it's difficult for the inter-racial couples to find couples with same interest and cultural challenges. The aim of this group to meet up and have fun with people who understand the challenge of being in a east indian and american marriage. I would like to keep this group small and interesting. Please join if you can make it to the gatherings and contribute. If a member does not come to the gatherings for 3 months, they will be discont …

Meet other locals to discuss and learn ancient Indian spiritual knowledge and healing techniques. The organizer, Lora, is a native San Mateoan, but has spent ten years living at an ashram in South India. Lora returns to San Mateo and the bay area regularly and is excited to start a healing group in her hometown! We will talk about ways to incorporate spirituality into your daily life which will create peace, inner happiness and clarity. You will learn about powerful healing techniques that wo …

Bay Area Punjabi singles who want to meet other punjabis and make new friends. Let's meet-up and take advantage of the local social activities...be it venturing out to try new restaurants, hiking, dancing, concerts, day trips, wine tasting, and/or other cultural opportunities. Come meet new people, make new friends, and maybe find romance? :-) Lets meet Desis and Unite :), Looking to meet desis in bay area who enjoy bollywood and want to have a great time meeting friends . If you love meeting bo …

This is a group for H4's living in Silicon Valley who want to get together and create a support network for those in the same situation. Let's share experiences and ideas over coffe/tea or a walk/hike in the neighbourhood!