Many bakery products are seen as unhealthy due to poor-quality ingredients. Consumers seek freshness and good raw materials, but few bakeries are migrant-run despite high competition.
Some use vanaspati ghee, mislabelled as pure ghee, misleading consumers into thinking it is a healthier option. Always check freshness before buying, as stale products can harm health.
Bakeries should be regularly monitored, but accountability is lacking. Many do not display use-by dates, violating FSSAI regulations, and some unlabelled products fail to meet standards. Public awareness is needed about harmful chemicals and artificial colourants in cakes.
Most Goan bakeries operate in heritage buildings yet offer excellent baked goods. Notable ones include Bakers Street, Dom Pedros, Jila Bakery, Geetha Bakery, and Confeitaria 31 De Janeiro. These bakeries, part of the local culture, maintain high-quality standards with good ingredients.
