D2C / Consumer · Thrissur, Kerala
Thenga
Kitchenware and home accessories made from discarded coconut shells.
Founded by Maria Kuriakose
Snapshot
- Founded
- 2019
- Headquarters
- Thrissur, Kerala
- Industry
- D2C / Consumer
- Business model
- D2C
- Funding stage
- Bootstrapped
- Markets
- India
- Last updated
- 23 September 2026
About Thenga
Maria Kuriakose looked at the coconut shells Kerala throws away by the tonne and saw tableware. Thenga, which she started in 2019, turns those shells into bowls, cups, candle holders and cutlery, with her father building much of the low-cost machinery that made it viable. The brand now ships worldwide and gives coconut waste a second, rather beautiful, life.
Founder
Maria Kuriakose
Woman FounderFounder
Ideal customers
ConsumersEco-conscious buyersGifting buyers
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Thenga do?
- Maria Kuriakose looked at the coconut shells Kerala throws away by the tonne and saw tableware. Thenga, which she started in 2019, turns those shells into bowls, cups, candle holders and cutlery, with her father building much of the low-cost machinery that made it viable. The brand now ships worldwide and gives coconut waste a second, rather beautiful, life.
- Who founded Thenga?
- Thenga was founded by Maria Kuriakose.
- Where is Thenga headquartered?
- Thenga is headquartered in Thrissur, Kerala, India.
- Is Thenga funded?
- Thenga is bootstrapped — self-funded rather than venture-backed.
- When was Thenga founded?
- Thenga was founded in 2019.