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Ashwin Iyer (#magicplateman)
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Veg Curry Puffs: A Whiff of Memories Growing up in the bustling lanes of Bangalore, there was one scent that captivated my senses like no other - the divine aroma of veg puffs wafting from the OG Variar Bakery. As a child, I could identify that tantalizing fragrance from a mile away, my senses honing in like a homing pigeon, leading me to the source. Weekends were special. In the evening my father would beckon me, his eyes twinkling with a promise. A promise of that weekend treat - the delicious veg puff. After shopping for groceries and vegetables, we would walk, hand in hand to Variar Bakery. The bakery itself was an unassuming establishment, but the scents it emitted were nothing short of magic. The sight of golden brown puffs emerging from the oven, their layers perfectly crisp and flaky, was a vision that stayed with me. We stood in line, my impatience growing by the minute. Finally, the moment would arrive. The warmth of the puff against my palm, its delicate flakes threatening to crumble with the slightest pressure, and that first bite! The crunch of the pastry, followed by the burst of flavors from the hot vegetable curry within, was pure ecstasy. Every bite was a blend of textures and tastes, a dance of flavors that made my taste buds rejoice. But beyond the taste, it was the shared moments with my father that made those puffs truly special. It was our little ritual, a bond forged over flaky pastry and delectable filling. Those weekend trips to Variar Bakery were not just about satisfying our taste buds, but also about cherishing the simple joys of life and creating memories that would last a lifetime. Even today, as I traverse the world tasting myriad cuisines, the humble veg puff from Variar Bakery remains my touchstone, a delicious reminder of home, childhood, and the enduring love of a father. @tanikelladeepthi : my veg curry puff story :) #magicplateman #puffpastry #nammabengaluru #foodblogger #foodstyling #foodphotography #foodplating #masterchef #foodmemories #puff #foodie #foodmagic #corememory #memories #bengaluru #dadthings #bengaluruboys #fatherandson #ogvariarbakery #bakery #love #delicious #nomnom #yummy #foodnetwork #childhood