In December 2016, Sameer Seth, Yash Bhanage and Floyd Cardoz had a meeting. The founders of Hunger Inc had already tasted success with their first eatery, The Bombay Canteen, or TBC. It was time for another, one which would take people to their happy place. A year later, O Pedro opened doors in Mumbai’s Bandra-Kurla Complex, a life-size tribute to Goa, with its relaxed vibe, bustling markets and gorgeous homes.
When I walked into O Pedro last year, what struck me was the engagement of the entire staff — from those managing the floor to the mixologists. And that is because