Appa leaned back, rubbing his chin. "A proper setup would have been ideal. Customers trust a physical shop more than an online one. But…" His voice trailed off as he studied her face, the determination in her eyes. "You have a solid plan?"
Bani leaned forward, excitement creeping into her voice. "Yes. And it's even better than you think. The space is more powerful than I realized. It can copy things. If I want, I can replicate the entire bakery setup here, down to the finest detail. The guardian of the space confirmed it. Ovens, trays, shelves—everything exactly as I need it."
Her father's brows furrowed, his expression unreadable. "That is… something beyond comprehension. If what you say is true, then you have an advantage that no one else does. But tell me this—why do you want to do this? You have access to wealth beyond measure in that space. Why toil over an online bakery?"
Bani's fingers curled around the edge of the table. "Because I want to. Not because I need to. I want to build something with my own hands, create food that brings people joy. Not just sell rare gems and crops—I want to be a part of people's daily lives. And this bakery is my first step."
A deep silence stretched between them. Then, Appa sighed, shaking his head with a small smile. "You are your mother's daughter. Stubborn. But you argue well." He tapped the plate. "If this is the quality you can maintain, and if you are prepared for the effort it will take… you have my blessing. But remember, kanna—business is not just about selling. It's about trust. Start small, but build wisely."
Bani beamed, her heart swelling. "I will, Appa. I promise."
Her father picked up another cookie, took a bite, and nodded approvingly
Bani knew that if she wanted to turn her passion into a full-fledged business, she needed to make it official. Getting an FSSAI license was the first step. The process seemed daunting, but she was determined.
The Application Process:
She researched the process online and gathered the necessary documents:
Identity and address proof
Passport-sized photographs
A business ownership document
A food safety management plan
Details of her bakery setup
With everything ready, she applied for FSSAI Basic Registration on the official website. The process involved:
Filling out the online application, Uploading the necessary documents, Paying the registration fee, Waiting for an inspection
The application went through smoothly, and within a few days, she received confirmation that an FSSAI officer would visit for inspection in five days.
The Perfect Bakery Setup
Knowing the inspection was coming, Bani wanted everything to be perfect. Her biggest challenge was setting up a professional bakery in her home. That's when the magical space came to her aid.
She stood in the middle of her empty second hall and made a wish:
"I want my bakery kitchen here—exactly like the one in the space!"
Within moments, the air shimmered, and the transformation began. Stainless steel countertops, professional ovens, a dough mixer, cooling racks, and shelves lined with baking essentials—everything appeared just as she had envisioned.