The Brilliant Chef Rodwin Bakes Goan Heritage in Margao, South Goa, September 2023
Chef Rodwin Rodrigues, a south Goan from Aquem, Margao, is well known for his healthy baked treats. On visiting his elegant new bakery in Margao, we believe he will become equally well known for serving and preserving heritage Goan sweets and recipes that are virtually unheard of, from savoury cheese eclairs to sweet pasteis de figada.
Chef Rodwin’s Boulangerie and Patisserie
Shop No 10, 70, Abade Faria Rd, near Old Civil Court, Murmuti, Margao, South Goa
Google Maps Location: maps.app.goo.gl/1b5MTx7JZeMjs...
Timings: Opens at 9 amk Sundays CLOSED
Fittingly, Chef Rodwin’s bakery is located in the heritage quarter of Old Margao, at the front of the beautiful Figueiredo mansion at the Murmuti end of Abade Faria road, a few steps away from Shri Damodar Sal temple, Holy Spirit Church, Old Market and the old Sessions court. Chef Rodwin’s bakery is in the very heart of this quarter.
Three things are immediately striking when you enter Rodwin’s: the elegant, modern design which is so different from the old, heritage bakeries of Margao; then, the baked treats on display that are very different from the usual fare in this city; and not least, the wonderful aromas of baking.
The day’s fresh menu is right upfront when you enter, but whenever we have visited, we have been captivated by the display case. It’s always full of delicious treats to choose from, and refreshingly different from the usual fare of croquettes, rissois and bathk.
The first time we went, we had to try the fantastic brownie (Rs 40) and the French Opera pastry (Rs 35). Then we tried the chicken cafreal paozin (miniature stuffed pao; Rs 40). We also enjoyed a crunchy cheese croissant (Rs 50) and a creamy mini chicken and cheese quiche (Rs 70). I was fascinated to see pasteis de figada on the menu, something I’ve never seen before, unlike the more famous pasteis de nata (Portuguese custard tarts), which are popular in all former Portuguese territories and which quite a few Goan bakers have been selling for years now.
After 14 years working on cruise ships and 12 years teaching at Margao’s Swiss Cruise Academy and the Salgaocar Hospitality Institute in Raia, Rodwin decided the time was right to shift from theory back to action and realise his dream of opening his bakery, 3 months ago. Chef Rodwin said the warm response he received from the Old Margao community has been enough for word about the food to spread all through the city. In a short while, Rodwin has gained quite a following, without even the assistance of any social media campaign. Thus, the popular pasteis de figada was sold out by the time we visited that first evening. Which happily meant that we would have to come back again soon.
The next time, we were back nice and early, especially to taste the pasteis de figada and pasteis de nata. This time, we’ll show you a little more of Rodwin’s bakery. Up the stairs is Cocoa Nova @ Chef Rodwin’s, the section where Reji Yohanan makes their small batch, single origin, handmade bean to bar chocolates. Chef Rodwin shows me the rogdo (wet grinder) in which the cocoa beans are ground into chocolate, and of course the beans themselves, sourced from a plantation in the Western Ghats of Kerala’s Idukki district. There are some unique flavours of these chocolates - Himalayan salt, orange and ginger, masala chai, pistachio and cranberry. The roasted almond chocolate is a low GI option.
The cafe is an elegant space to match the elegant confections served here. They also have a great coffee machine.
The delicious pasteis de figada (off-white) are made by Rodwin’s landlady, Maria de Fatima Figueiredo, whose pasteis and empadinhas are already popular among those in the know in Old Margao. Chef Rodwin requested her to make her pasteis for his bakery and she graciously agreed. No less delicious were the traditional pasteis de nata (golden).
We enjoyed some more quiches (Rs 70), a creamy chicken puff (Rs 40), spinach mushroom pouches (Rs 50), and a cheese croissant (Rs 50). Jaya enjoyed a hot chocolate and Roma a cold coffee. Both are must tries here.
While we were eating, Rodwin brought us some of his cheese eclairs (mini Rs 35, large Rs 70), a traditional Goan treat served during the Portuguese rule. We also tried Rodwin’s fantastic cherry tartlet. Diabetics can try Chef Rodwin’s multigrain jaggery cookies with mixed seeds and ginger and gluten free and sugar free ragi cookies, sweetened with stevia.
Chef Rodwin has made a gutsy decision to start his own business. Having witnessed how, in the bargain, he is keeping Goan traditions which were fading alive, we wish him every success So whenever you are next in Old Margao, step in to Chef Rodwin’s, and get a taste of Goan heritage
Music:
Clara Mendes / Bicicletinha + Instrumental Version, O Que Ficou / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Caro Luna / A Mi Madre (Instrumental Version) / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com
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We must all do everything to visit this place to support him to keep this business of our culture going. Do not buy any foreign products but we must all buy his products. Make it a regular visit as many times a week as he probably has high costs starting his business. Talented Goans like Rodrigues needs to all our support. Too often start up businesses fail if we don't do everything to support them. We must consider it our duty to stop by often or stock up if you leave far away. And maybe call ahead so that he can get it ready for you. I don't know him, and I hope he does not mind me saying so. I just want him to succeed with all our unique cultured industries.
@IdeaBoxful
9 ай бұрын
That is the essense of make in India. Ordinary Indians being encouraged to innovate by demand locally. Not some massive corporation rebranding and selling unhealthy stuff.
Do what your mind wishes and you will serve the best ever. Will be a must visit when in Goa.
@lesleyingoa
3 ай бұрын
So nice of you
I am enjoying your video, I am watching your video from Toronto,Canada
@lesleyingoa
6 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
Thank you Leslie for visiting our humble cafe. We look forward to serve you and your friends again.
I admire you and your friends passion for good authentic delicious food. The way you guys relish your food makes one hungry.
@lesleyingoa
6 ай бұрын
Thank you. Happy New Year! 🙏🏼
VisitingGoa in December 2024. Cannot wait to try out all these amazing places featured by Lesley. What a great service, highly articulate, detailed and refreshingly presented. 😋
@lesleyingoa
3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much
My best wishes to Chef Rodwin, Without a doubt Chef Rodwin will reach heights. Will definitely visit his cafe on our next trip to Margao. Thanks Leslie & your friends for this beautiful video. I watched it twice.
@lesleyingoa
Ай бұрын
Thank you, Fatima. We will be featuring Chef Rodwin again soon
This episode was so refreshing from the other Goan food blogs.... I'll definitely visit this fine authentic cafe❤
God bless you Lesley. How on earth do you get around to knowing these down to earth eateries. Being Goan myself, I've never heard of these places. Kudos to you and the gang.
@lesleyingoa
4 ай бұрын
May God bless you
Underrated channel!!!!!
Such lovely places you take us to Lesley . Thank you. At Chef Rodwyns bakery, truly inspired baked goodies await you. There is such a range of delicious treats , both savoury and sweet , which make you swoon with delight with each heavenly bite. Really spoilt for choice. And the cosiness of the place adds to the enjoyment of the breakfast. How blessed you Goans are.!!!
@lesleyingoa
3 ай бұрын
Wow, thank you
@sarahp1383
2 ай бұрын
@@lesleyingoa ❤️
Rodwin and I have sailed together on the high seas many years ago. Still reminds me of his lip smacking dishes he prepared. God bless him and his work.
Well done Chef Rodwin! 👏👏The quality of food & pastry are excellent. Everything we have ordered from the Chef is delicious.😋. God bless you.🙏
@lesleyingoa
10 ай бұрын
We agree!
Yes, it is an experience indeed,Allthe best to the venture chef Rodwin and Regi also deserves a good comment ,I find it a cutely tucked away piece of our Good Ol Goyem.liked the ambience . Fir those who are yet to travel to portugal there exixts such atmosphere there too .Nice authentic and cute.
Love your passion for good food and emphasis on tradition, while drawing the difference between the older taste and the new. Thanks for covering this bakery and all the best to this creative genius. GodSpeed
@lesleyingoa
10 ай бұрын
Thank you so much
Carmona is proud of you, Rodwin
Congratulations Chef Rodwin Rodrigues. May God bless your efforts. I am proud of you my kormonnkar bhava .
❤ it nice being here
Mouth watering
Ur English is so beautiful, well framed sentences....
@lesleyingoa
Ай бұрын
Thank you so much
Wow ❤
I'll definitely visit this place on my next visit to Margao. Thanks for your efforts to highlight this place.
Lovely, must visit this place. Thanks for showing this place.
visited the Patisserie recently and was humbled by the passion chef has... in his busy schedule he found time to educate us about various products and had no qualms in making us try various drinks .... thanks to your channel in helping us discover this place
@lesleyingoa
Ай бұрын
Welcome. Rodwin is a very gifted and humble chef
All the best Godwin so good UK 👍
Look like euro style cafes in goa beautiful got to make a pit stop here
Wow. A well done review. Goa never fails to surprise pleasurably
@lesleyingoa
9 ай бұрын
Thank you 😊
May God bless you and your business
Superb. Great job Chef Rodwin and Chocolatier Rejy 🤩🤩. Here comes our sweet and Savoury breakfast 😋😋
@lesleyingoa
10 ай бұрын
Enjoy!
I love watching your logs, I love Maclon's pizza, I went there twice after watching your video, I posted pictures of his gaddo as the only place where you get italian-style wood fire pizza, I'm looking for good sorpotel in Margao, some 6 to 7 years ago I used to go to Nostalgia, their Sorpotel and sannas were super, i wonder if it's as good now, I'll drop in at Rodwin's, I love the roast beef mini paozins of Inacio near Rodwin's, his burgers are also quite good, his mother used to run a small canteen at Loyola high School, which Inacio took over (I mostly prefer catholic joints as I look for the stuff you get only there)
@lesleyingoa
8 ай бұрын
Hi, sadly Nostalgia is closed now. The paozin's are still great at Rebello's in Old Market and if you go before 10, you'll get great sorpotel and sannas too
❤mouthwatering
Good. Must visit when in that part of Goa. Review could have been shorter, tho.
Great initiative and adventurous. Quality is very evident. Menu is mind boggling. Thank you Mr.Rodwin and Mr.Rejy. 👌👍
If the chef is serious about pastels de mangada I gladly supply him the musrad mangoes from my garden.
Wow lovely review, thank you for sharing this review of Chef Rodwins, i was waiting for it. And it so nice and detailed and i cant wait to check it out soon. Thanks Lesley and company 😊
@lesleyingoa
10 ай бұрын
Thank you so much 🙂
All the best Rodwin
Thanks
All the best to Rodwin
👍👌❤
Great find as always. Will definitely try savoury eclair. Hope there is parking available near the bakery.
@lesleyingoa
10 ай бұрын
Hi, parking is in Old Market
Wow chef Rodwin was working in Salgaonkars college... As a pastry chef... Nice to see him again ....
@lesleyingoa
10 ай бұрын
Yes, he was teaching there. Now doing his own thing
Good place.
@lesleyingoa
10 ай бұрын
It sure is!
The Goa government with the Tourism Department must promote this place and sell their chocolates and bake goods throughout India. The tourism department needs to list him as an attraction to visit for tourists visiting Goa.
This is the road I used to walk everyday in my youthful days. Studying in Abade Faria. Very nostalgic. Monteiro house. Presentation convent. Is it still there?
@lesleyingoa
9 ай бұрын
Presentation convent is shifted near to the new district hospital ahead of the KTC bus stand towards Arlem bypass
Hi..i suggest u to make a vlog at fatimas place restaurant at little vagatore..its a nice restaurant built within a nice goa house..amazing goan food..nice hosts and owners who own the place and also cook and serve.
Do you have eggless sweets?
Can we order these chocolates over the net? Any information?
Very sad to hear that Nostalgia is closed
@lesleyingoa
8 ай бұрын
Yes. Had a great run while it was open though. Try Martin’s in Mandopa, Navelim. Our consolation when we miss Nostalgia
Avoid showing printed ad while d video is in process coz nothing can b viewed coz of d print.
@lesleyingoa
10 ай бұрын
That’s not by us but by KZread. You have to get KZread Premium if you want to avoid seeing ads
*perada
Wish the narrator could get a little pastry brushup from Rodwin to say the appropriate words I mean to pronounce them right like personally I feel bad when the sound changes eg preaD figaDA the English accent robs the word its delicate message 😊 ✌️
Applying for bail at the court?!?! HAHAHAHA ...
@lesleyingoa
10 ай бұрын
😂
Love ur different videos showcasing so much of the lovely goan food, however, I hope you speak more naturally instead of sounding so boring and just reading things out.
Those dishes looks absolutely delectable and delicious 😋🤤
@lesleyingoa
10 ай бұрын
They are!