The Brigadier’s Restaurant at Mike’s Forest Retreat
A refined tribute to nourishment and legacy, the Brigadier’s Restaurant at Mike’s Forest Retreat honours our Founder’s father who served the Indian Army with great valour.
Where season and spice in silence meet,
And every course feels slow and sweet.
A Gracious Table in the Heart of the Retreat
The Brigadier’s Restaurant is not just a place to dine—it is where meals are remembered long after they’re eaten. At Mike’s Forest Retreat, food is more than sustenance; it is an experience of time, taste, and thoughtful care.
Here, every plate is served with the same quiet elegance that defines our retreat. With attentive service and an atmosphere of gentle refinement, this is where guests gather—not only to eat, but to connect, celebrate, and savour.
A Tribute to Honour, Hospitality, and Hearth
Named after Mike Dalvi’s father, an Indian Army Brigadier, the restaurant pays homage to a life of valour, grace, and tradition. It draws inspiration from the discipline of the mess, the warmth of the officers’ table, and the pride of sharing meals made with intention.
This isn’t a theme—it’s a lived legacy. The name carries a lineage of hospitality offered with dignity, and an invitation to be part of something quietly meaningful with every course served.
Where Multicuisine Meets Mindful Origins
At Mike’s Forest Retreat, we believe great food begins at the root. Much of the produce served at The Brigadier’s Restaurant comes from our own organic farms—harvested with care, prepared with love, and presented with polish.
The menu spans a rich multicuisine offering—delectable yet never ostentatious. It’s a celebration of flavour and freshness, where the artistry of the kitchen meets the authenticity of the land. Meals here nourish body, memory, and mood in equal measure.
Tips for Making the Most of Your Meals
Dining at The Brigadier’s Restaurant is best enjoyed when approached slowly, consciously, and with curiosity. To deepen the experience:
Try a meal at different times of day to feel the space shift with light and energy
Ask about ingredients—you’ll discover how much is grown right here on the retreat
Pair your meal with quiet conversation or simply the company of nature
Don’t rush—linger over your plate and take in the setting
If travelling with others, consider a shared meal that brings multiple flavours to the table
A Place for Every Kind of Guest to Gather
Whether you’re here for a restful solo stay, a family retreat, a wedding celebration, or a corporate offsite, The Brigadier’s Restaurant offers more than a menu. It offers mood, meaning, and memories made across the table.
Meals here become part of the story you’ll take back with you—seasoned with local goodness, shared in warmth, and remembered for reasons far beyond taste.
Plan Your Stay, Celebration, or Strategy Retreat
Whether you’re planning a restful holiday, a wedding with layers of meaning, or a corporate retreat that values both vision and pace—Mike’s Forest Retreat welcomes you.
Here, every meal at The Brigadier’s Restaurant is a moment of gracious connection—between land and table, legacy and taste, guests and memories.
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