India's Pre-Independence Bakery Gems

Wenger's, New Delhi

Wenger's was first opened in 1924 as a food establishment for the British soldiers based in New Delhi.

Wenger's, New Delhi

They expanded their Kashmere Gate location in 1926 to include a tea parlor and confectionary.

Nahoum & Sons, Kolkata

Nahoum, one of the few remaining Jewish establishments in Kolkata, has been around since 1902. Established by the Baghdadi Jew Nahoum Israel Mordecai,

Nahoum & Sons, Kolkata

the establishment is being managed by the third generation of the same family.

Mambally’s Royal Biscuit Factory, Kerala

Founded in 1880, this Keralan bakery is among the oldest in all of India.

Glenary’s, Darjeeling

Since the colonial era, Bengali visitors to Darjeeling have held Glenary's in high regard.

Confeitaria 31de Janeiro, Goa

This bakery is a charming tiny Portuguese cafe in Panjim that's adjacent to the Bombay High Court in Goa.

Confeitaria 31de Janeiro, Goa

This establishment dates back to before independence and was established in 1930!

Flury’s, Kolkata

Flury's has established numerous locations throughout Kolkata and India throughout the years.

Flury’s, Kolkata

However, the original store, which opened in 1927, is still located on Park Street.