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At the old Mavady Estate Bungalow, near Vagamon, Christmas carries the scent of caramel, spice, and old planter traditions. This Dutch-style heritage home, now known as Vanilla County, belongs to fifth-generation planter Mathew Vallikappen, whose kitchen comes alive each season with the making of the Planter’s Fruit Cake. The recipe traces its roots to Mathew’s maternal grandmother, Chinnamma Dominic, a gifted cook who perfected her version of the English-style fruit cake in

Beyond the shaded verandahs and spice-scented kitchens of Vanilla County lies a different rhythm. A quieter one. It begins a short drive...

In a world that never stops moving, where speed is often mistaken for success, I’ve come to see that slowing down is one of the greatest...

Tucked into the airy alfresco space at Vanilla County, where dappled sunlight filters through terracotta-tiled roofs and the scent of...

At Vanilla County, certain dishes don’t just fill plates — they create memories. And nothing represents this better than our beloved...

In an age of hybrids, EVs, and push-button ignitions, there’s something quietly powerful about starting your day with the clink of a...

There’s something about the rains in Kerala that changes the rhythm of life. The monsoon doesn’t rush — it arrives with grace, soaking...

Tucked away in the misty hills of Kerala’s Western Ghats, Vanilla County is more than just a homestay — it’s a home with a soul, shaped...