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Mattanchère Spice Cake Indulge in the Richness of Tradition

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Our Distinguished Plum Cake

1984

perfectly matured

Our iconic Mattanchere Cake is infused with honey-soaked fruits, left to mature for months, and baked to a rich brown colour. The Mattanchère Spice Cake is a tribute to the vibrant small town of Mattancherry, an ancient centre of the spice trade. This place has always inspired us, giving our classic matured plum cake the name "Mattanchère Spice."

Fruits are sourced from across India to ensure the perfect taste in each bite. With over forty years of experience, we have mastered the art of a rich, premium plum cake, featuring honey-infused raisins, candied orange peel, ginger flakes, and nutmeg as key ingredients.

What makes our plum cake unique is that it can be stored in its own container, preserving its rich flavours for any special occasion. This classic cake is more than a treat; it’s a festive tradition that’s sure to bring warmth and holiday cheer in the very best way.

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Ginger Flakes

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Dry Fruits

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Nutmeg

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Honey infused Rasin

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Candied Orange Peel

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Spices

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Dates

A slice of history

The story of our beloved Mattanchère Spice Cake began over forty years ago in the heart of Mattanchery, a town renowned for its rich history in the spice trade. Placed at the heart of Kochi, the centre for spices, cultures, and traditions, captivated to create a cake that captures the vibrant spirit of Mattancherry.

The journey of Pandhal began decades back from a place in Kerala, Thalassery when two bakers set out for a mission to create a majestic plum cake. The cake was then unveiled first at the Casino Hotel in Kochi. The Plum cake then had a marvellous turn when a prominent Chef Jose Varkey entered CGH Group. Inspired by the cake of Prince Charles and Diana, Chef Varkey created a revolutionary double-maturing process, introducing what is now famous as “The Living Cake”.

Over the years, Mattancherre Spice Matured Plum Cake has become a cherished part of countless celebrations, bringing joy and warmth to families and friends. Our commitment to using the finest ingredients and traditional methods has remained unwavering, ensuring that every Mattanchère Spice Cake is a true work of art.
 

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Press releases
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By Indiatv News lDecember 16, 2025

Mattancherry plum cake and Goan baath cake recipes: India’s traditional Christmas cakes

Christmas in India tastes different depending on where you are, and that’s the joy of it. Along the country’s western coast, festive baking leans heavily on tradition, slow methods and flavours shaped by history, trade and community kitchens. These aren’t quick desserts; they’re cakes with stories. From Kerala’s spice-rich Mattancherry plum cake, born in port towns and perfected over generations, to Goa’s comforting baath cake, made with semolina and coconut, these Christmas recipes are about patience, warmth and sharing. Here’s how to make both at home, the traditional way.
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By The Times of India lDecember 17, 2017

More takers for traditional plum cakes

It seems that 18% goods and services tax (GST) imposed on cakes have not deterred Kochiites from spending on plum and customized cakes this Christmas.
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By The New Indian Express lDecember 10, 2022

A slice of history

It’s that time of the year. Mmm, one can sense a heady blend of aromas – of wine, cake, chocolate, cinnamon and clove. The joys of the yuletide spirit soaring high, you see. This weekend, we get to the basics of the good-old, classic ‘Christmas cake’ aka plum cake, made with dried fruit and nuts soaked in spirits of one’s choice (mostly rum or brandy). It is one dish that has transcended all cultural boundaries.
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By The Hindu lDecember 16, 2025

Pandhal -A Christmas Story of Flavour, Craft, and Companionship Since 1984

There’s a moment every December when Kerala knows Christmas has truly arrived. It isn’t the first carol or the lights strung across verandas. It’s simpler. It’s when someone opens a red-and-green box and the aroma of rum-soaked fruits, warm spices, and long-kept tradition fills the room. For thousands of families, that moment belongs to Pandhal Cake Shop.
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By The New Indian Express lNovember 30, 2024

Pandhal launches ‘Genoa Fruit Cake’

Pandhal Global Gourmet known for its innovative delicacies and dedication to flavour held its exclusive cake-tasting ceremony featuring their signature Mattancherry Spice cake recently. At the culinary celebration, Pandhal also launched a brand new and exciting range of trans-fat-free matured plum cakes inspired by the aromatic spices from Mattancherry. The highlight was their limited Christmas special edition Classic Genoa Fruit Cake. This is an adaptation of the first Christmas cake made in Italy. “It took us about 14 months and around 25 trials to bring out this delicacy,” says Chef M K Rajesh. The cake is packed with dried cranberries, red cherries, raisins and zesty orange peel. Cooked in orange juice, with a crunch of almonds and hazelnuts, every bite is truly heaven. The sweet scent and aroma of the cinnamon oil makes it truly unique.
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By The Times of India lDecember 25, 2013

It’s a field day for cakeaholics

It’s Christmas and bakers in the city are vying with each other to deck up their shelves with exotic flavoured cakes in myriad textures, leaving city folks spoilt for choice. We explore the most talked about flavours of this season. Getting spicy Don’t get carried away the name; spice cakes are not at all spicy. In fact, these traditional cakes are infused with assorted dried fruits, candied orange and seasoned with spices from Mattancherry
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By Times Now lDecember 25, 2024

Christmas Special Kerala’s Mattanchere Plum Cake, An Aromatic Spice Laden Dessert, Know All About It

For those wondering what is so special about this Mattanchere Spice Matured Plum Cake, matured to perfection, this cake pays tribute to the small town of Mattancherry in Kochi which once happened to the ancient nucleus of the spice trade in the country. The richness of iconic Mathanchere spices and dry fruits makes this cake a favourite of many across decades. Talking about what makes it unique flavours Dominic Joseph, CEO, Pandhal Global Gourmet says “ with the holiday season our humble plum cake takes center stage at festive gatherings. While many varieties grace the market, but Pandhal’s Mattanchere Spice Matured Plum Cake stands out due to its complex flavours. This cake has been there over 40 years, originating from the kitchen of the Casino Hotel in Kochi. Today, it is celebrated not just for its taste, but also for the meticulous process that elevates it above the mass-produced cakes that flood the market during the festive season”.
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By HospiBuz lDecember 7, 2023

Celebrate festivities with the exquisite Mattanchere Spice Matured Plum Cake

As the festive cheer envelopes, us and the joyous moments of Christmas and New Year approach, it's time to cherish the bonds we share with our loved ones. What better way to express this sentiment than by gifting a remarkable delicacy that transcends both time and taste buds?
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By Slurrp lDecember 23, 2023

The Legacy Of Thalassery's Mattanchere Spice Matured Plum Cake

The legacy of Plum Cakes in India is not a particularly ancient one, but it does have inextricable roots in local cultures and in particular, the legacy of Christmas in Kerala where the practice of baking Plum Cakes in India began. One place that has quickly become a source of fascination is Pandhal Cake Shop in Kochi with its Mattachere Plum Cake which is rooted back in time with the Jewish communities of Mattancherry. It takes the traditional British concept of the Christmas cake and gives it a whole new spin. With a moist texture and loaded with a wide variety of fruits, this cake has become a sought-after Christmas treat for locals and foreigners alike.
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By Travel ad Tour World lDecember 7, 2023

Festive Joy: Delight in Mattanchere spice Plum Cake

As the festive spirit surrounds us and the joyous occasions of Christmas and New Year draw near, it's a time to celebrate the connections we hold dear with our loved ones
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