For generations, The India Club in London has been the place to meet for British Indians and locals looking to taste some southern Indian cuisine. But last week, The India Club closed abruptly after decades in business. The World's Carol Hills spoke with Smita Tharoor, a motivational keynote speaker and daughter of a founding member, about the history of The India Club and why it was so special.
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