For Sindhiya Satish Kauthankar, baking is not just a profession, it is a dream she has nurtured with dedication, education, and hands-on experience. From a young age, she envisioned owning a cozy café of her own, a space that offered warmth, authenticity, and the kind of desserts that bring people together.
To turn this dream into reality, she followed a clear and thoughtful path: first, gaining strong academic grounding through her BBA, and then pursuing a short-term course in baking in Porvorim to ensure she understood the fundamentals of the craft. “The first rule in business,” she says, “is to have all the skills and knowledge before starting. You should be able to understand every part of what you create.”
Quality and Care at the Heart of Every Creation
Sindhiya’s primary aim has always been to offer the best quality and quantity at a reasonable price, especially for locals who value both taste and budget. Her bakery specializes in customized cakes for weddings, birthdays, and special events, ensuring that every order reflects the customer’s vision, style, and celebration.
Her years of learning and practice have shaped not only her technical knowledge but also her approach to work. She emphasizes that experience is the key to mastering baking techniques. Her time training at Marriott Goa played a significant role in refining her skills and understanding the discipline required in professional baking environments.
Signature Flavors and Thoughtful Ingredients
Among her range of offerings, two items have become customer favorites
- The Chocolate Ganache used in her Chocolate Truffle Cake
- Her irresistibly fudgy brownies
Sindhiya believes that ingredients are the foundation of baking, and the final quality of any product depends entirely on what goes into it. For over eight years, she has never compromised on ingredient standards. Most perishable items are purchased locally to maintain freshness, while packaging materials such as boxes and boards are sourced from Mumbai.
Understanding that every customer may have different needs, her bakery also prepares gluten-free and health-conscious cakes on request, ensuring that everyone can enjoy her creations without limitations.
Like many small businesses, Sindhiya’s bakery faced its toughest test during the COVID-19 pandemic. With lock-downs halting operations and stock already purchased, much of it was wasted. However, she chose resilience over setback. As new baking trends emerged, she made sure to stay updated and resourceful with the help of vendors across Goa and Mumbai.
To meet growing demand and expand creativity, the bakery increased its staff and extended its workspace, allowing the team to take on more customized orders and curate special menus whenever needed.
Looking Ahead
The journey does not end here. With stable growth and continued customer support, Sindhiya plans to open more outlets, strategically expanding to both North and South Goa. Her vision remains simple yet powerful — to continue creating meaningful food experiences while staying rooted in the values of quality, affordability, and heartfelt craftsmanship.
For Sindhiya, every cake is more than a dessert — it is a piece of her story, her learning, and her love for bringing joy to others.
