HUNTING for the legendary bread is not the main destination for tourists who travel to Bandung. Of course, Shake noodles are more popular than a slice of 'tempo doeloe' flavored bread. However, at the legendary bakery Paradiva you can find the original taste of bread and the history of Parahyangan City. This is what makes the legendary bakeries in Bandung worth visiting. At least there is 3 a must-visit legendary bakery.
1. Meal Sources
Dutch traces can be seen from the building. High ceilings, sturdy building, thick walls and a large entrance represent Dutch architecture. The cold effect is immediately felt when entering the Dishes Source that used to be named Het Snoephuis. This is the hallmark of thick walled buildings. Even though it's hot outside, the air inside still feels cold.
The name Het Snoephuis is taken from the word snoep which means sweet and huis dish, House. As the name implies, bakery founded in 1929 This indeed sells a variety of dishes that are mostly sweet in taste. One of the special menus there is Ontbijt, namely sweet bread with a touch of cinnamon aroma. The use of cinnamon is indeed a characteristic of a number of cakes from the Netherlands.
This bread is usually produced in limited quantities, so sometimes not all guests get to taste it. Sumber Dish is located on Jalan Braga.
2. Sidodadi
Just like the Food Source, Sidodadi Bakery also occupies an old Dutch heritage building. On weekends, visitors sometimes have been queuing up since the shop hasn't opened yet. Until now, Bandung residents who have long known the taste of Sidodadi Bread still make it a dish to be served on Hari Raya and social gatherings.
Travel Diva's favorite menu is brown bread which is abundant in content and just the right sweetness. Sidodadi has been around since 1954 and until now it still uses the same cooking method. Even, some bread is still burned using charcoal as in the past.
The use of charcoal makes Sidodadi-made bread has a special fragrant aroma. The texture of the bread itself is not as soft as modern breads. But, still mandatory choice because of the delicious filling and made without using preservatives. Roti Sidodadi is located on Jalan Otto Iskandar Dinata.
3. Roti Djie Seng
Another legendary bread in Bandung is Djie Seng. The year of his birth was not too far away with Roti Sidodadi. In the past, Roti Djie Seng was sold around using bicycles and motorbikes. However, Currently, it is rare to find Roti hawkers Djie Seng in housing estates in Bandung.
The variants include, White bread, cadet, crocodile and sweet. Travel Diva's favorite is a sweet bun filled with chocolate and milk. While visiting Bandung, Paradiva can visit the factory on Jalan Rajawali Timur, Astana Anyar or Pasir Koja.
This week, Residents from outside the city are advised not to enter Bandung City to break the pandemic chain. However, do not forget to include 3 this bakery to itinerary while on vacation to Parahyangan City.
