"Ooty Varkey" from "Westcoast Bakery" since 1930
₹109.00 – ₹169.00
Discount per Quantity
| Quantity | Discount | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2 - 3 | 10% | ₹98.10 – ₹152.10 |
| 4 - 5 | 15% | ₹92.65 – ₹143.65 |
| 6 + | 20% | ₹87.20 – ₹135.20 |
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Description
Ooty Varkey is a flaky, layered biscuit unique to the Nilgiris hills, and the most famous bakery for this snack is West Coast Bakery on Commercial Road in Ooty (Udhagamandalam). Established in the 1930s by the Das family, West Coast is today run by third-generation owner Jawahar Das whetstonemagazine.com. For nearly a century it has churned out the signature “varkey” by traditional methods – fermented dough (known locally as maava), home-made vanaspati, and slow baking in big brick-like ovens. This heritage recipe has made West Coast Bakery a byword for authenticity in Ooty Varkeys, so much so that travel writers describe Ooty’s varkey as a “heritage food item” and note that West Coast Bakery is “very much known” for it.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| weight | 250gm, 500gm |
FAQs
From: Authentic Bakers in Ooty
Q1: What is special about Ooty Varkey?
Ooty Varkey is a famous bakery snack from the Nilgiris, known for its unique flaky texture and mildly sweet, salty flavor. Made using wheat flour, semolina (rava), sugar, vanaspati (vegetable shortening), and sometimes banana, it’s baked to crisp perfection. Only bakers in Ooty can make authentic Varkey due to the distinct climate and water.
Q2: Is Ooty Varkey vegetarian?
Yes. Ooty Varkey is 100% vegetarian. Although it uses vanaspati, no eggs or animal fat are included in traditional recipes.
Q3: How should I store Varkey, and how long does it last?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature. It stays fresh for up to 30–45 days. Avoid moisture to preserve its crispness.
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