Visit Rustom’s Cafe & Bakery for Shrewsbury Biscuits (Kiyani Bakery fame) and Parsi Chai in New Delhi. Rustom’s Cafe & Bakery at Khoj International Artists Association, Saket is cute little cafe that serves some of the best Parsi snacks and bakery products. Rustom’s Cafe & Bakery at Khoj International Artists Association is by the same people that brought us Rustom’s Parsi Bhonu, Delhi’s much-loved Parsi restaurant in Adhchini.
The place has a welcoming ambience – soothing and nostalgic. The wall is decorated with a wonderful collection of Parsi photo-frames, hand-painted plates, lace cushions, empty biscuit and coffee boxes and fine China crockery. The cafe has an open kitchen-pantry counter which surely elevates the food-experience. The counter is lined up with Shrewsbury Biscuits, housed in glass jars.
The food menu is very precisely crafted. Each segment has some of the best selling products. Some of their must-try food items are Parsi Papad (Saria), Maska Pao, Bun Maska, Bun Maska Jam, Mushroom Puff, Bombay Grill Sandwich, Firangi Grill Sandwich. For Non-Veg lovers, one can order Kheem Puff, Buff Cutlet Pao, Chicken Mayo Roll, Akoori on Toast and Parsi Masala Omlette (Poro). For those who are looking something light, they can opt for Shrewsbury Biscuits Kiyani Bakey Pune and Bombay Cupcake (Mawa Cake). For Drinks, they have Pallonji’s Lemod & Raspberry Soda, Spicy Ginger Lemonade, Cold Coffee, Hot Chocolate and various kinds of Tea – Parsi Chai, Irani Chai and Jasmine Tea (Anandini Himalaya Tea).