In 1950, a large family of traditional Halwais (Food Processors) from the famous city of Bikaner decided to explore business opportunities beyond Rajasthan, its traditional stronghold, and some of them migrated to Delhi . They brought with them a treasure of traditional recipes perfected by their forefathers, exotic ingredients and experience in the art of making sweets and Namkeens. It was a modest beginning -- from a roadside stall in the 'Moti Bazar' of the heart of the walled city. The Delhiwallas relished their Bikaneri Bhujia and Rasogollas and they fast grew to a regular sweets shop in the historic Chandni Chowk. Soon the love and affection of Delhiwallas earned them the name 'BIKANERVALA'.
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