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+91 98333 85209Walk the jungle, chase the sunrise—but come back hungry. That’s when the real Matheran begins.” — Radha Khedkar, who believes exploration is incomplete without a spoonful of local soul food.
At Radha Cottage Heritage Resort, food is not just a necessity—it’s a celebration of culture, memory, and belonging. Here, meals are lovingly crafted not in commercial kitchens, but in homespun spaces by local hands that understand tradition better than any textbook ever could.
Our cuisine is deeply rooted in the Konkan and Maharashtrian palate, with dishes that sing of coconut, kokum, garlic, and soul. We’ve said no to synthetic gravies and flashy platings—instead, we serve Jowar and Bajra bhakris, earthy kharif vegetables, and slow-cooked leafy sabzis, just the way locals have eaten for centuries. And every dish? Cooked with heart, not haste.
And then… there’s the Puran Poli—our crown jewel. Once upon a time, in the heart of Matheran, the iconic Manik Lal was the talk of the town, its Puran Poli luring visitors from across Maharashtra. A culinary pilgrimage of sorts. Today, while Manik Lal’s kitchens have dimmed, we—its adjoining property—carry that sweet legacy forward. And not just carry it—we’ve revived it, preserved it, and elevated it.
Guests from across India—and even the world—take boxes of it back home. Some call ahead just to place their order. It’s not just a dish anymore; it’s a memory folded in flour and jaggery, served warm with a dollop of homemade ghee and a whole lot of love
Our chefs aren’t Michelin-starred—they’re village stars. Local men and women from the tribal communities of Matheran, whose cooking reflects their identity and pride. Every masala is handpounded, every recipe is instinctive, and every bite carries the authentic, rustic flavour of the Sahyadris. We believe that when you travel, you must eat like the locals. That’s why every dinner includes a traditional leafy green vegetable. We serve what's seasonal, what's available, and what nature offers. Whether it’s a steaming bowl of amti, a dry bhaji, or a perfectly crisp bhakri—it’s as honest as the earth itself.
On special days, we surprise our guests with a touch of Parsi heritage—Dal Ghosh, Dhansak, or Caramel Custard—inspired by Matheran’s multicultural roots. The sweetness of our caramel, like our hospitality, lingers long after you leave.
We source locally, cook seasonally, and waste nothing. No processed shortcuts, no canned flavors—just real food, slow cooked. Our philosophy is simple: from jungle to kitchen to your plate—with minimal interference and maximum love.
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