Anuradha Krishnamoorthy: Crafting Change with Every Cheese

Cheese Changemaker & Social Entrepreneur

Cheese Meets Purpose

Anuradha Krishnamoorthy is an Indian social entrepreneur who co-founded Käse Cheese in Chennai in 2016, alongside Namrata Sundaresan. Her journey began with a mission to empower women with disabilities through meaningful employment and skill development. With her background in social ventures, including leading a BPO for differently-abled individuals, Anuradha transformed the humble art of cheesemaking into a powerful tool for inclusion.

From Coffee Chats to Curds

The idea for Käse took shape over coffee with Namrata, who had recently learned cheesemaking during a stay in Coonoor. They combined their strengths - Anuradha’s social vision and Namrata’s culinary training - to pilot a cheese venture that both celebrated local flavors and offered dignified work. Their first experimental batches included soft cheese like quark and soon expanded to a diverse range of artisanal cheeses infused with local spices like milagai podi.

Empowering Through Artisanal Craft

Käse Cheese isn’t just about delicious flavors - it’s a platform for change. The venture respectfully employs women with disabilities, offering them training, a supportive environment, and real livelihood opportunities. This inclusive model turned Käse into both a culinary enterprise and a social mission.

Recognition for Impact

In recognition of their pioneering work, Anuradha and Namrata were honored with the Nari Shakti Puraskar in 2017, India’s highest civilian award for women, presented on International Women’s Day by the President of India. This accolade underlined the transformative power of combining entrepreneurship with purpose.

A Legacy Maturing with Care

By 2020, Käse had grown to produce over 30 varieties of natural, preservative-free cheese. Anuradha's venture continues evolving - nurturing local sourcing, refining traditional methods, and crafting socially empowering products that resonate with modern India.