5 Famous Bakeries Of Kolkata

If you are looking for the smell of freshly baked cookies and loaf breads to warm and calm your soul, Kolkata is your haven. It has a combination of historic and recent bakeries which produce baked goodies that would not only feed your body but also your soul. Here is a list of 5 famous bakeries in Kolkata that people must absolutely go to.

1) Nahoum and Sons

Nahoum is a famous old school Jewish bakery, right in the middle of Hogg Market in Esplanade. This bakery dates back over a hundred years. It is always crowded with customers and hence you can get an idea of its popularity. You can never pass by the market without taking a sniff of the heavenly deliciousness. Favourites include the Christmas fruit cake and Nahoum’s special cake which is heart-shaped.

2) Flurys

The iconic bakery, whose original branch is located in Park Street, Flurys is known for its breakfast meals and sweet delicacies. The original branch dates back to the British colonial days and this eatery catered to the influential and the elite for business meetings and negotiations of tea. Now it has a chain of bakeries all over the country. The English Breakfast still remains a popular choice. The rum balls and pastries are a must have.

3) The Lalit Great Eastern Bakery

The Lalit Great Eastern Hotel, is an colonial-era establishment and it has had manu famous visitors. Its bakery is however famous for the amazing baked delicacies they produce. Be certain to try their chicken patties, croissants and their amazing Christmas cake.

4) Kookie Jar

Amongst such great old names, Kookie Jar is much younger and yet, has garnered its position among the best bakeries of Kolkata. They have branched out into a number of outlets, one in City Centre. They are famous for their Chocolate Praline pastry along with fudge chocolate brownies. Their savoury items don’t stand far behind in popularity with their Chicken Mushroom Puff and Cheese Straw being a hot favourite.

5) Paris Café

Though the original branch is at SaltLake the Paris Cafe now has outlets open across the city. They are most well known for their range of desserts, from pastries, cakes, cheesecakes, macaroons, and cookies. For the savoury lovers, you can always indulge in their continental dishes like baked potatoes, crepes and even a prawn cocktail.

There are a few other noteworthy mentions like Mrs. Magpie, The French Loaf and 8th day Café and Bakery. Let me know if there are others to be included in this list. Thanks for reading.

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