Step inside Kyani & Co., Bombay’s legendary Irani Restaurant, with Farokh Shokri, the man carrying forward a 120-year-old legacy of food, community, and history. From bun maska and chai to stories of Bollywood icons and generations of loyal customers. Kyani remains a living symbol of Mumbai’s resilience and spirit.In this conversation, Farokh Shokri reflects on: ☕ The restaurant's origins and ties to Bombay’s heritage 🥐 Signature dishes that made Kyani famous (bun maska, mawa cake, keema pav) 🏛 The importance of preserving old-world charm over chasing trends 🚫 Why Kyani refuses food delivery apps and laptop-café culture 🎨 Stories of legends like Shashi Kapoor and M.F. Hussain visiting over the decadesKyani & Co. isn’t just a restaurant - it’s a piece of Bombay’s soul.Disclaimer: We sincerely apologize for the misspelling of Mr. Farokh Shokri’s name in the video—unfortunately, we’re unable to make edits post upload, but we truly appreciate your understanding.[KyaniAndCo,IraniRestaurant , HeritageStories, FarokhSokhri, MumbaiFood, CaféCulture, BombayHistory, BunMaska, IraniCafe]Timestamps: 00:00 – 01:00 | Introduction to Kayani Bakery’s history and rules (No laptops, no charging)01:00 – 02:20 | The heritage of the building and Irani café roots since 190402:20 – 02:44 | Legacy of the Kayani name and Irani café history02:44 – 03:25 | Celebrity customers: Shashi Kapoor, MF Husain03:25 – 05:53 | Kayani’s unchanged ethos over decades05:53 – 07:12 | Impact of historical events: Independence, Partition, and 2008 Terror Attacks07:12 – 08:09 | Refusing to modernize: Maintaining prices and structure08:09 – 09:45 | Maintaining heritage interiors: Polish chairs, century-old tiles09:45 – 10:44 | Policies on low-cost dining and no overstaying10:44 – 11:58 | Thoughts on hospitality industry changes11:58 – 13:17 | Nostalgia: Bombay of the 70s vs today13:17 – 14:23 | Signature dishes through the day (Chai, Bun Maska, Kheema, Dhansak)14:23 – 15:20 | Evolving menu and family’s role in expanding offerings15:20 – 15:52 | Refusing delivery apps: Maintaining customer experience15:52 – 16:27 | Secret recipes and legacy of homemade dishes16:27 – 16:40 | Advice to young restaurateurs: Patience, long-term vision, costsFollow Twisted Truths' social media handles:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@twistedtruthssbydgfInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/twistedtruthss?igsh=aTIwcGhtM3p4aHUzFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/twistedtruthsbydgfSpotify:https://www.podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/twistedtruthsbydgfFor any other queries, email: info@dandgfilms.com