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Food and Kolkata? A timeless tale of love! Since forever, this city has safeguarded old restaurants and bakeries, keeping their legacy alive with unwavering dedication. Desserts and sweets are Kolkata's speciality. The city is renowned for having the oldest bakeries, which have left a lasting impression on people. For desserts as fluffy as clouds and sugar rushes that do not stop at one bite, people are always looking for more. For those looking for bakeries, the City of Joy offers plenty of surprises. A visit to some of Kolkata's top bakeries is a must for every vacation to the city. From the elegant ones to the century-old bakeries, these bakeries have incredible desserts waiting for you.
Nahoum And Sons
Nahoum's would be Kolkata's sweet spot if there were one. Established in 1902 by Baghdadi Jew Nahoum Israel Mordecai, who used to sell his baked goods door-to-door, this 121-year-old New Market treasure has stood the test of time. Along with Middle Eastern and Jewish sweets like baklava and challah bread, Nahoum's introduced Western sweets like brownies and cream puffs. Queues for their Plum Cake are longer than a Durga Puja pandal line, making it the undisputed Christmas king. Don't stop there, though; you must try the renowned macarons, chicken patties, lemon tarts, rum balls, Black Forest pastries, Madeira cake, and kakas (caraway cookies).
Address: F20, Bertram St, New Market Area, Dharmatala, Taltala, Kolkata, West Bengal 700087
Timings: 9:30 AM - 8 PM
Price: INR 200 for two
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The Bakery At The LaliT Great Eastern Kolkata
It is arguably the city's oldest bakery, and even in its present incarnation, it still exudes an air of the past. The treats are of great quality. The 48-seater location, which features a bakery display kitchen, is well-known for being the biggest bakery in British India and offers the largest selection of healthy breads that are cholesterol-free. It's a little hard to believe a bakery that has been there for nearly 180 years is still kept up with the same appearance. Originally established in the 19th century, it has served generations of Kolkatans with its beautiful Belgian pastries and famous fruit cakes. People are drawn not only by the cuisine but also by the lingering feeling of history. The bakery is bustling with activity during holiday seasons like Christmas and Easter, delivering unique delights and hampers that combine tradition with creativity.
Address: Dalhousie Square 1, 2,3, Old Court House St, Ward Number 1, Kolkata, West Bengal 700001
Timings: 9 AM - 9 PM
Price: INR 2,500 for two
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Flurys
Get a table by the window while the fast-paced world outside passes you by. People always liked the restaurant because of the variety of cakes and pastries, and if you're searching for a cake for any occasion, this is the place to go. You must try the Rum balls, which are made with rum, cocoa, and chocolate sponge cake. There are international cakes, puddings, chocolates, and pastries on the menu. One of the most popular offerings at Flurys is its high tea. Flurys was initially established as an old English tearoom by Mr and Mrs J. Flurys in 1927. Well-known around the world for its rich, creamy cookies, puddings, and pastries, the restaurant, still as well-liked decades later, features chandeliers, fancy furniture, and pastel colours. Flurys is also called 'Queen of Park Street'. Arabica Gold coffee beans, Gold instant coffee, and traditional instant coffee. Try the Cappuccino Chocolate Cup Jar or the Viennese Coffee. Satyajit Ray, LN Mittal, Dilip Kumar, and Raj Kapoor were known Flurys regulars.
Address: 18A, Park St, Park Street area, Kolkata, West Bengal 700071
Timings: 6 AM - 11 PM
Price: INR 1,000 onwards
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Saldanha Bakery
Situated in a small alley, this bakery has been a part of the Saldanha family home for a very long time. Purchase their well-known, delicious walnut cake. This traditional Goan bakery in Kolkata has been around since 1930 and is renowned for its taste and quality. It is exclusively run out of its home, factory, and sales counter. Coconut macaroons, rich fruit cake, chocolate walnut cake, lemon drop, chicken puff, and cheese puff are all must-haves. You must place your order ahead of time and pick up your food from the bakery. They work out of their kitchen on the premises of their home. All the work for the cakes is done by hand, from whipping the eggs to separating the dried fruit – this is a no-machine zone. They even use their old traditional ovens, which give the cakes the perfect temperature to cook in.
Address: 19, Nawab Aetfbdur Rahman St, Haji Md. Mohsin Square, Esplanade, Taltala, Kolkata, West Bengal 700016
Timings: 9 AM - 8 PM
Price: INR 200 for two
Image Credit: Saldanha Bakery
Kookie Jar
For over thirty years, the iconic Kookie Jar has given Kolkata fond memories and delicious pastries, which have some great new additions to the menu. The Kookie Jar outlet at Hindutsan Road has several not-to-be-missed items. Apart from their iconic lemon tarts and chocolate boats, they have strawberry crumble pie – slightly tangy and crumbly, Salted Chocolate Caramel Pastry, Strawberry Crumble Cake, a range of eclairs, DIY cookie sets that you can take home and customise, a whole range of breads and more. Chocolate lovers shouldn’t miss the droolworthy Hot Chocolate On A Stick. Take it home, and stir it in a cup of milk for the perfect cuppa!
Address: 18, Hindustan Park Rd, Golpark, Hindustan Park, Gariahat, Kolkata, West Bengal 700029
Timings: 6 AM - 11 PM
Price: INR 800 for two
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K. Ali Bakery
The K. Ali Bakery in Mominpur, Kolkata, is one of the bakeries that has managed to preserve its classic charm. Because it produces the well-known German bread, it is also known as the German Bakery. It is 110 years old. Instead of the Christmas cakes that most people associate with bakers, this shop specialises in delicious biscuits and breads. Even in these rapidly changing times, the wooden shelves, the pale blue walls, and the containers don't change. During the winter, when demand for their cakes is at its highest, K Ali Bakery doesn't make bakarkhani or German bread. Sheermal is produced upon request.
Address: 35 A, Mominpore Rd, Ekbalpur, Khidirpur, Kolkata, West Bengal 700023
Timings: 6 AM - 1 PM and 3 PM - 11 PM
Price: INR 200 onwards
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JN Barua Bakery
Chhanar Cake is a unique wintertime dessert created by J.N. Barua's tiny bakery in Bow Barracks, Kolkata. Jatindra Nath Barua (J. N. Barua) invented this dessert, which has its roots in the late British era. Barua, who was born in Chittagong (now in Bangladesh), travelled to Kolkata in quest of wealth. The Anglo-Indian community in Bow Barracks immediately fell in love with his Chhanar Cake, and they haven't looked back since. The store's Wine Cake, which is produced with homemade wines fermented from apples, grapes, ginger, and other ingredients, is another highlight. There are other cakes made with rum, fruit, and walnuts. The bakery also sells a variety of patties with contents like vegetables, chicken, mutton, paneer, and even coconut, which are a customer favourite.
Address: 6, Robert St, Bowbazar, Kolkata, West Bengal 700012
Timings: Open 24 hours
Price: INR 40 onwards
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