— About / The Bohri Food Co.
A Bohri Jaman isn’t just a meal - It's a tradition of sharing good food, great conversations, and moments that stay with you forever.
Our
Story
At The Bohri Food Co., food is more than just what’s served on the table — it’s a tradition of togetherness, generosity, and shared experiences.
Rooted in the rich culinary heritage of Bohri cuisine, we bring authentic flavours crafted with time-honoured recipes, slow cooking techniques, and thoughtfully balanced ingredients. Every dish is prepared with the intention of recreating the warmth and comfort of a true Bohri Daawat.
Founded under Pure Taste Ventures by Chef Abdul Kadir Kayum, The Bohri Food Co. was created to preserve and share the essence of Bohri food with modern-day Mumbai. What started with a passion for authentic flavours and meaningful dining experiences has now grown into a catering and pre-order brand trusted for family gatherings, festive celebrations, corporate events, and intimate daawats.
From our signature biryanis and kebabs to traditional Bohri delicacies, every meal is designed to feel abundant, comforting, and memorable. We believe the best conversations happen around a shared meal — and that philosophy continues to shape everything we serve.
Whether it’s a small family gathering or a large celebration, our goal remains the same: to bring people together through food that feels honest, familiar, and deeply rooted in tradition.
— Chapter 02 / Founder
Abdul
Kadir Kayum
Founder · Chief Tasting Officer
I never imagined I’d build a food company.
I’m a mechanical engineer by degree, but food was always where my heart belonged. Growing up in a Bohri family, some of my fondest memories were around the dining table and my mother’s handwritten recipe books. They taught me that food isn’t just about recipes—it’s about bringing people together.
The biggest turning point in my life came when my wife, Khadija, encouraged me to stop chasing expectations and start chasing what I truly loved. Around the same time, my uncle introduced me to Munaf Kapadia, Founder of The Bohri Kitchen, who would go on to become my mentor. What was meant to be a five-minute conversation turned into a life-changing opportunity.
I spent the next nine years helping build The Bohri Kitchen from a small home kitchen into one of Mumbai’s most loved brands for authentic Bohri cuisine. I started at the very bottom—chopping vegetables, packing orders, and cleaning the kitchen—and over the years, grew into leading the business. Those years taught me that great food is built on consistency, humility, and genuine hospitality.
When The Bohri Kitchen eventually closed, it was heartbreaking. But I never stopped believing in the food, the recipes, or the people behind them.
So, I started again.
That’s how The Bohri Food Co. was born.
Today, we carry forward everything we’ve learned over the last decade, serving authentic Bohri cuisine for intimate family meals, house parties, corporate events, and weddings. Every menu is rooted in tradition, every dish is prepared with care, and every meal is personally tasted by me before it reaches our guests.
People often ask whether I’m an engineer, a businessman, or a chef.
I don’t really have an answer.
I’m simply someone who chose to follow his passion—and today, I have the privilege of sharing it with every plate we serve.
Welcome to The Bohri Food Co.
What We Stand For
Three things that shape everything we serve.
i
Tradition, kept whole.
Time-honoured Bohri recipes — preserved and passed forward without dilution. The way it’s always been done.
ii
Slow, on purpose.
24-hour marinades. 3–4 hour cook times. Nothing rushed, nothing reheated. The depth comes from time.
iii
Shared tables.
Food is a reason to gather. Every thaal, every meal box, every catering is built for the people sharing it.
— Ready When You Are
Let's plan your next daawat.
From an intimate family thaal to a corporate event for 1000 — the standards stay the same.