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About Us
At PKM Foods, we bring together the proud heritage of Prakash Masale and Baba Jadhav Masale under one name. With over eight decades of legacy, we stand for authentic Maharashtrian flavors, cultural richness, and trust.
What began in the 1940s as small family ventures has today become a household name across Maharashtra. From a humble stall at Pune’s Mandai market to a modern identity, our journey reflects passion, progress, and perseverance.
Through three generations, we have preserved the soul of Maharashtrian masalas while embracing modern processes. With PKM Foods, this legacy continues—delivering the true essence of “Assal Maharashtra Cha Masala.”
Decades of Excellence
80+
Years of Legacy
3
Generations of Excellence
1000+
Families Served Across Maharashtra
2
Iconic Brands One Identity
Our Brands
Prakash Masala
Prakash Masale was started in the 1940s by Mr. Gyanoba Jadhav and his wife as a small business. Mrs. Jadhav would prepare traditional spice mix in their house and these fresh homemade products were sold from a small stall at Nehru Chowk (Mandai), Pune. The Kanda Lasoon Masala, a heritage spice mix of Maharashtra was the star product then which increasingly won the love and affection of customers over the years.
Mr. Dattatray Jadhav took charge of the business from his father and the founder of Prakash Masale, Gyanoba Jadhav in 1970s. The unsurmountable time he spent at the shop in Nehru Market gifted him with an astute customer understanding. This guided and paved the journey of multiple product variants being added to the basket of Prakash Masale. With a sharp business acumen, he went on to introduce modern machinery in spice production in the year 1985. This was followed by the setting up of retail outlets and a growing distribution network.
Mr. Pavan Jadhav, the third generation has now taken over the mantle of the brand. A food connoisseur, he has immense understanding of the industry, the food heritage of Maharashtra and the country at large.
It has truly been an incredible journey for the brand going from manual processing in a one-room house to a modern manufacturing infrastructure with fully automated processing and packaging systems. Thus the quality and unique flavors of Prakash Masale products have over the years been representing the rich culinary history of Maharashtrian cuisine.
Baba Jadhav Masala
We are a trusted name across Maharashtra, known for our unwavering commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Our wide range of spices celebrates the rich cultural diversity of Maharashtra. With every blend, we bring to life the authentic Maharashtrian taste that truly makes us “Assal Maharashtra Cha Masala!”
Our journey spans over eight decades—a story that is as unique as it is flavourful. What began in the 1940s as a simple hobby has grown into a brand loved by countless families. From those early days to today, we have remained dedicated to creating authentic Maharashtrian blends that are both widely popular and deeply cherished.
This legacy began with my grandfather, Mr. Gyanoba Jadhav, a true innovator and foodie at heart. His passion for experimenting with spices led him to craft unique blends, starting with door-to-door sales right from his home. Soon, Baba Jadhav Masale became a trusted household name.
My father carried forward this proud legacy, and today, the third generation continues the journey with the same promise—to preserve the authenticity of our masalas while making a permanent place in the hearts of our customers.