Easter is days away, which means it’s time to crack open those eggs and start munching on some surprise goodies. From movie characters to traditional Easter eggs, pastry chefs across Goa are bringing their A game with new innovations and ideas.
Goa is brimming with a variety of options for those looking for the perfect Easter egg. Let's dive into where you can find these edible treasures this season.
SWEET CHOICES
Want to try something unique? Cafe Morango in Panjim offers delicious centre-filled Easter eggs with fillings of mint, caramel, roasted almond, fruit and nut, available in two sizes.
“The chocolate we use is premium quality. Besides the favourites, there are liqueur eggs in Irish Cream and Rum and Raisin to add a boost twist to Easter which is about celebrating in style,” says Vanesa Da Costa Campos, owner of Cafe Morango.
She recalls her younger days when breaking an Easter egg was fun, and the real treat was discovering the surprise chocolates inside. “I felt the need to bring those memories back for ourselves and our kids to show them the simple ways in which we enjoyed Easter eggs,” she smiles. Cafe Morango also offers traditional marzipan eggs.
DETAILS
WHERE TO BUY: Cafe Morango in Panjim
CONTACT: +91 9158851554
From movie characters to traditional Easter Eggs, pastry chefs across Goa are bringing their A game with new innovations and ideas.
EASTER EGG SPECTRUM
At Golden Chantilly, you’ll be transported to the timeless classic – marzipan. “We craft our products using almonds, the original ingredient, rather than the more commonly used cashew. This makes all the difference,” says Ericka.
Almonds lend a rich and distinct flavour that’s nostalgic and undeniably elegant. Looking for eggless and gluten-free options? Golden Chantilly has got you covered.
“We use only couverture chocolate. I’ve been a long-time fan of its richness, smooth texture and the magic of cocoa butter that gives it that unmistakable melt-in-your-mouth feel,” says Ericka
“You won’t find artificial colours or bottled sugary elements in our creations. For us, decoration isn’t just about appearance — it must add meaning, beauty, and above all, real flavour,” she emphasises.
DETAILS
WHERE TO BUY: Golden Chantilly, Caranzalem
CONTACT: +91 7709426013
HONORING THE PAST, EMBRACING THE NEW
Being practical is what Pastry Chef Pratik Roy believes in. “This time, Easter is in April, and as a result, the heat has increased. We realised that we need to be bit mindful of our Easter egg creations and do things, which not only have a visual appeal, but will reach home safe!” says Roy.
Hence, he and his team have planned and designed Easter eggs in a unique manner.
For the filling, the Easter eggs contain chocolate truffle, roasted almond rochers/rocks, rich choco-cake poppers, mini choc eggs and marshmallows.
Their Easter eggs come in all three variants of chocolate – dark, milk and white. Besides that, they have a the Simnel cake on their menu. It is a rich nutty cake with an apricot jam glaze and marzipan. It has 11 marzipan eggs on the top – depicting the 11 apostles.
DETAILS
WHERE TO BUY: Cinco, Opposite Old Hospicio, Margao
CONTACT: +91 8007762155
We use only couverture chocolate. I’ve been a long-time fan of its richness, smooth texture and the magic of cocoa butter that gives it that unmistakable melt-in-your-mouth feel.Ericka of Golden Chantilly, Caranzalem
EASTER EGG EXTRAVAGANZA
For over 30 years, right from the time when Easter eggs were a fairly new concept in Goa, Melissa Martins, from Vasco has been making them consistently.
“I have been making these Easter Eggs for so many years now, and I get new and old customers. Every year, I create something new, but I keep the regular recipes the same. This year I've introduced rum n raisin eggs, with fruits marinated in rum for three months,” says Melissa.
Besides the chocolate Easter eggs, Melissa is well-known for her delicious marzipan Easter eggs.
DETAILS
WHERE TO BUY: Delfino's (Porvorim and Taleigao), Renee’s Goodies (Vasco)
CONTACT: +91 9370531275
EASTER EGGS GALORE
Want to try a movie character Easter egg? Well, Bakers Street in Porvorim has got you covered. From movie characters to rooster surprises to even chocolate-filled candies — you’ll get it all here.
"We have Mufasa eggs, Moana eggs, Squid Game eggs, Dino eggs and much more. In addition, there are a few which are from the regular catalogue," says Gilroy D'Souza, owner of Bakers Street.
These Easter eggs contain chocolate goodies inside, which is a sweet surprise for kids.
DETAILS
WHERE TO BUY: Bakers Street, Chogm Rd, Porvorim
CONTACT: +91 9822385822
TASTE THE NEW FLAVOURS
Want to try something unique and different? Then check out the Easter eggs at Warrik Traders, Panjim. Owner, Judy D’Costa, who has been in the business for 30 years, believes that one must keep an eye on global trends.
“I get inspiration from topical situations. Each year is different, but I usually work on what is popular and trending globally. This year, I launched three new flavours – Dubai Kunafa filling, Tiramisu, milk chocolate eggs with feuilletine (French Biscuit).”
In addition to the new fillings, Judy has expanded her selection to include marzipan and chocolate-filled rice crispy Easter eggs. She’s also added a cotton candy flavour to the lineup.
DETAILS:
WHERE TO BUY: Warrick Traders (Panjim and Candolim), Chocolate House (Parra)
CONTACT: +91 9923749055