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Old Delhi's 60-Year-Old Butter Sandwich Secret
7 Oct
Summary
- A Dharampura eatery has served its signature bread-makhan for six decades.
- The family prepares butter and buttermilk daily at their East Delhi home.
- The shop, a simple hole-in-the-wall, closes by early afternoon daily.
In Old Delhi's Dharampura, a unique culinary tradition thrives at an eatery that has been serving its signature bread-makhan sandwiches for 60 years. Tucked away near two Jain temples, this establishment is more than just a food stall; it's a repository of trust and taste.
The shop's current custodian, 43-year-old Rohit Jain, represents the third generation of his family to run the business. His grandfather, Shri Mandir Das Jain, initially sold freshly churned white butter, masala, and buttermilk. The addition of bread and sandwiches came later, transforming the offering into the beloved item it is today.
Rohit Jain begins his day at home in Shahdara, East Delhi, sourcing buffalo milk by 4 PM the previous day for boiling and setting curd. This curd is churned into butter and buttermilk each morning for the shop. Modern updates to the nearly 181-year-old space include a refrigerator and freezer, reflecting the family's commitment to maintaining quality while honoring tradition.
The eatery serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch crowds, with shutters coming down at 2 PM daily, except Sundays when it stays open an hour longer. A special demand during Janmashtami sees customers queuing early for fresh makhan, a testament to its enduring popularity.
