Cool Mom: Meenakshi Lala

Occupation: CEO of UrbanStems
Mom of:
A fierce but kind 5 year old girl, Anya


Can you tell us a secret no one would guess about you?

I am a trained Indian classical dancer, and I biked from Amsterdam to Copenhagen – 900kms in 9 days!


One meal you could eat everyday?

A foodie at heart, this would be challenging.ย  I love different flavors, textures, aroma but I can eat good sushi all day every day!


One vice you wont give up?

Good wine! I love travelling around the world, and visiting vineyards and learning about wine is something I really enjoy.ย  Nothing can beat sipping a glass of champagne in Reims on a crisp sunny day!


Late riser or early bird?

A mom + CEO – I don’t sleep much ๐Ÿ™‚ but one day when I have the luxury to, I will for sure be a late riser.ย ย 


Morning routine you swear by?

Start my morning with a hot cup of homemade masala chai, made the traditional indian way.ย ย 


One day I hope…

to see men getting their flowers too. Did you know most men don’t get flowers until their funeral? Flowers make everyone happy, so donโ€™t hold back on gifting flowers to the men in your life.ย ย 


More the merrier or less is more?

The more the merrier! More flowers, more dinner parties, more reasons to celebrate.ย 


Cool brands you love?

Little Words Project. We just launched a collaboration with them and an event in their NYC and Austin stores – one of which I was able to bring my daughter to. They bring sentimentality to their beautiful, playful jewelry – making them a perfect partner for us this Mother’s Day.

GoldBelly – Foodie at heart, this is my go to gift item for special occasions, and enjoy on those homebound special weekends.ย  We just launched a collab with them for Mother’s Day – what’s better than food and flowers?ย ย 

Ranavat – Their saffron serum is incredible.ย  It has clean ingredients and gives your skin an instant glow.

LadureeThere is nothing better than a laduree macaron sweet treat.


On the horizon: what’s coming soon?

Mother’s Day. UrbanStems‘ superbowl. I’m looking forward to getting out with my daughter Anya to make a few hand deliveries with my courier team to see the smiles we bring to our customers. We’re all about delivering happiness – not just flowers. It’s my favorite work day of the year!

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