Bridgeport bakery provides employment for the autism community
Amrita Foods founder Arshad Bahl says his goal is to keep hiring people on the spectrum and build a bigger vocational training program.
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Amrita Foods in Bridgeport started when founder Arshad Bahl began using plant-based, allergen-free snacks as part of an autism recovery program for his son.
"We just started working with dates, coconut dried fruits, chocolate chips, and then cutting it into cookies and rolling it up," Bahl said.
When his son enjoyed eating the creations, he realized he had found a way to feed him something healthy.
Decades later, the bakery now processes and packs the snacks, while being committed to giving back to the autism community.
Amrita Foods provides employment to young adults on the spectrum. This is a welcome opportunity for many employees.
"The fact that I've been able to keep my job for as long as I have, and the fact that I've proven to be one of the most critical parts of that job, I don't feel like I should ever be underestimated again," says Jack Damon, a warehouse manager.
Bahl says his goal is to keep hiring people on the spectrum and build a bigger vocational training program.
The bakery is free from gluten, dairy, peanuts, tree nuts, soy and eggs.
