Imagine sinking your teeth into a rich, ghee-soaked Kesar Mohanthal at a sweet shop that has been around for over 179 years! Yes, we are talking about Kandoi Bhogilal Mulchand, Ahmedabad’s iconic mithai shop that has been a staple in the city.
Now run by the fifth generation of the Kandoi family, this place is renowned for its traditional Gujarati sweets made with pure ghee—a speciality that every local swears by and recommends to visitors. When here, you’ve got to try Kandoi’s Kesar Bundi Ladoo, Kesar Kaju Katli, Halvasan, Kopra Paak, and especially its signature Kesar Mohanthal.
But what’s the secret behind their lasting appeal? We’ve uncovered it!
Started at Manek Chowk in 1845 by two brothers, Mr. Bhogilal and Mr. Mulchand
In 1845, two brothers Mr. Bhogilal and Mr. Mulchand set out to make their sweet shop the go-to spot for celebrations and festivals. They opened a small shop and factory in Manekchowk, Old Ahmedabad, with a simple goal: to offer the best quality sweets and make every festivity sweeter.
Their Gujarati sweets, like Kesar Bundi Ladoo, Kesar Kaju Katli, Halvasan, Kopra Paak, and their famous Kesar Mohanthal, have since become local favourites, loved by many.
Today, Kandoi Sweets boasts 6 stores and 2 manufacturing units across Ahmedabad, ensuring its delectable treats are accessible city-wide. But that’s not all!
State-of-the-art store on SP Stadium Rd
Kandoi Bhogilal Mulchand‘s latest renovated shop on SP Stadium Rd is a piece of art in itself. Celebrating its rich legacy, the design is inspired by the texture of Indian sweets. The bricked facade, crafted by Studio Saransh, is a visual delight. This simply means that visiting this famous Kandoi store and trying mithais, is an experience you shouldn’t miss!
So, have you tried the Mohanthal at this historic mithai shop yet? If not, it’s time to indulge in a piece of Ahmedabad’s sweet history!
