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Meet the Maker: The Story Behind My Punjabi Kitchen

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I started Pikkle Shikkle at 60 to bring authentic ghar ka achaar to your table. Here is the story of how my home kitchen became a labour of love.

This business is my passion. I believe in honest, natural food, and I am proud to bring the real taste of Punjab to your home.

This business is my passion. I believe in honest, natural food, and I am proud to bring the real taste of Punjab to your home.

Pikkle Shikkle is a family affair. My husband and I work together to run the business, ensuring every customer feels like a part of our extended family.

Pikkle Shikkle is a family affair. My husband and I work together to run the business, ensuring every customer feels like a part of our extended family.

Here I am packing an order for a customer at one of the night markets. I handle every purchase myself to make sure it's just right.

I was so happy to be featured by Digital Gone Easy. It was a wonderful chance to share my story and my passion for homemade Punjabi food with more people.

This beautiful drawing perfectly captures the spirit of Pikkle Shikkle. It shows the joy and community we build around good, honest food.

About Meet the Maker: My Story

My kitchen is in Nagavarapalya, and I always encourage folks to try a sample before buying. Whether it is my pinni or a jar of pickle, I want you to know exactly what you are getting—no preservatives, just the same ingredients I use at home for my family.

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I am Gurdeep Kaur, the Punjabi Aunty who swapped retirement for an apron. My husband Ekbal and I run this kitchen together, making sure every jar of pickle and batch of pinni feels like home.

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