It’s time to have your cake, and eat it too!
It’s always a good time for dessert, and if you stay in India you would know that once August hits you are only sitting on boxes full of sweets—no one is complaining though! Come December and the vibe changes, of sweets and celebrations and we love it. Time for some Christmas fun and merry and of course we cannot forget the cakes. It’s a must and if you are out there looking for some places to buy yummy Christmas cakes from, we have your back. Here are some iconic and some newer places around India to grab your Christmas cake from.
1. AMERICAN EXPRESS BAKERY, MUMBAI
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Established in 1980 by the Carvalho family, American Express Bakery is rightfully an iconic bakery to visit. This family-run business to date has served the city of Mumbai with some delectable baked goodies, which include Plum Cake and their Christmas special Plum Pudding. From their Christmas oven to our table, we are more than happy to have our tummies filled with this goodness.
2. Mambally’s Royal Biscuit Factory, Thalassery
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Mambally’s have a history in cake making like no other. The first-ever cake in India was baked by none other than Mambally Bapu of Thalassery, Kerala in 1883. The descendants of this ground-breaking baker have taken the legacy forward by opening bakeries around Kerala. Christmas in Kerala isn’t complete without cakes, and Mambally’s Royal Biscuit Factory serves you what we know as the first Indian Plum Cake. Booking our tickets to Kerala now!
3. THOM’S BAKERY, BANGALORE
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One of the oldest bakeries in Bangalore, Mr PM Thomas, in 1970, started a restaurant with a small grocery store attached to it. In 1989 post his death, Thom’s was a bakery and grocery store. Selling baked goods that will leave you feeling nostalgic and craving more, Thom’s Bakery is a treat for those who want and crave festive cakes during Christmas in Bangalore.
4. BONNIE’S BAKERY, MUMBAI
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This Parisian style bakery was started by an enthusiastic baker, Bonnie D’silva in 2012, and is located in the heart of the city. Bonnie’s Bakery offers you patisserie for every palate. What keeps this passionate baker going? It’s her attention to detail and sophisticated creativity that adds just the right touch to every goodie she makes. Christmas cakes are more than just Plum Cakes here: Get acquainted with the Dundee Cake. A Christmas favourite by Bonnie, the cake has a distinct flavour with a rich combination of vine fruits, cherries and a hint of whisky. These sell out like hot cakes, so order yours now!
5. HAPPY BELLY BAKES, BANGALORE
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What started as a special order of chocolates for founders Shisham and Thripti, Happy Belly Bakes has now grown into a full-fledged baked goods business. With four outlets in Bangalore, they have spread the joy of freshly baked cakes and confectionery to the people of the city. When December nears they set up a menu specifically for Christmas and it’s all the craze. From regular to Christmas tree-shaped Plum Cakes, they go the extra mile for you. Don’t miss out on their holiday goodies if you are around in Bangalore.
6. SALDANHA BAKERY, KOLKATA
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Imagine walking down a quaint street in Kolkata to find the only Goan-run bakery tucked away in a bylane, you wouldn’t have otherwise noticed? Saldanha Bakery has been around for over 90 years, with its foundation being set by Ubeline Saldanha and her husband in the ‘city of joy’. Known for producing the most decadent Rich Fruit Cakes during Christmas, the queue of people outside the store to buy out the freshly made-to-order baked cakes is unimaginable. Like the bakers likes to say, it isn’t Christmas without Saldanha’s cakes.
7. WENGER’S, DELHI
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Wenger’s started out as a catering outfit for the British Troops stationed in Delhi in 1924, and eventually, turned into a place full of history serving up baked goods like no other. Roll in Christmas, Wenger’s is bustling to push out their Plum Cakes and Plum Puddings made for the season of joy.
8. HOUSE OF AMEL, MUMBAI
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Nothing can stop us from digging into a Christmas cake that is served with rum-soaked nuts and candied fruit. This cake from House of Amel leaves you feeling warm and wanting more for sure. Sanah Ahuja, who started the bakery, is known for serving classic baked goods with a contemporary twist. A sinful treat for everyone, you cannot miss out giving this one a try this holiday season.
9. LAVONNE CAFE, BANGALORE
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If you stay in Bangalore you know that this cafe serves up some of the best desserts in town. Holds true even for their Christmas bakes. Lavonne Cafe makes a Plum Cake that is rich and moist with nuts, raisins, warm spices and of course, alcohol. They don’t mess around when it comes to classics and we cannot be happier.
10. ANGELS IN MY KITCHEN, DELHI
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A bakery chain in Delhi, Angels In My Kitchen has maintained its standards of providing some of the best-baked goods in town. Working to create the best bread and pastries have been something that they strive for and they do not disappoint. Christmas Plum Pudding cake and even Plum cake with a Custard Filling are their specialities to look for during the holiday season. Do not miss out on these mouth-watering baked slices of love.
It’s no surprise that most New Year’s resolutions are to lose weight and get healthy! These cakes are sweet, decadent and we are only human! Buy yourself a Christmas cake and enjoy the merry season. Happy Holidays!
[Featured Image Credit: Angels In My Kitchen]
Shraddha Shetty