Pune’s Iconic Kayani Bakery: Preserving Heritage and Delighting Taste Buds Through Generations

In August 1955, three brothers left Iran in search of a better life and made their way to Mumbai and eventually Pune. They saw an opportunity to open a bakery in Camp, offering freshly baked bread, puffs, and pastries. Khodayar, Hormazdiar, and Rustom Kayani named their new business after their family, and thus, Kayani Bakery came into existence.

Despite concerns about its remote location, Kayani Bakery remains in the same spot today, run by the descendants of the three brothers. Every evening, the bakery fills with the aroma of burning firewood as the ovens are fired up. Below the ovens, the floor is filled with materials like iron and salt, which retain heat. As the shop shutters roll up in the morning, the enticing smell of freshly baked bread wafts into the streets. Soon, the bakery fills with the scents of cakes, khari, puffs, and an assortment of biscuits, including the famous Shrewsbury.

Kayani Bakery holds a special place in Pune’s cultural landscape. Although it is relatively younger than other bakeries in Camp, such as Royal Bakery, Husseny Bakery, and Ramsar Bakery, Kayani is mentioned in the same breath as revered Puneri symbols like Shaniwarwada and Chitale’s bakarwadi. The bakery’s nostalgic charm allows visitors to step back in time and experience the essence of Pune.

Kayani Bakery’s enduring legacy stands as a testament to the importance of preserving heritage while delighting customers with its delicious offerings.