Café Nirvana: More Than a Meal, A Movement

Perched on a stunning ridge just 14 km from Kodai Lake, Café Nirvana overlooks the valleys of Kodaikanal. Here, the air is fresh, the food is grown right where it’s served, and each table tells a story.

This isn’t just a café — it’s a sanctuary of slow food, soil-grown ingredients, and soulful connections.

Guests can:

  • Dine on fresh, seasonal food made from our farm

  • Participate in permaculture tours and seed-saving workshops

  • Interact with the women and students helping shape this model

In a lush, green setting, a small sign framed in a rustic wooden frame indicates a commitment to serving organic produce. Next to the sign, there is a small stack of smooth stones placed neatly on a stone platform, giving a sense of tranquility and balance.
In a lush, green setting, a small sign framed in a rustic wooden frame indicates a commitment to serving organic produce. Next to the sign, there is a small stack of smooth stones placed neatly on a stone platform, giving a sense of tranquility and balance.

Whether you’re visiting Kodai or looking for something meaningful — we welcome you to stop by, sip a ginger lemon tea, and experience how farms can flourish with love and support.

cherry tree
cherry tree

Stay Connected

Follow our journey on Instagram. Watch Amma sow new seeds of hope.

See each step of construction. Meet the people behind the dream.

Nestled in the lush hills of Pallangi, our organic farm at Kodai Café Nirvana is already brimming with nature’s finest — ripe avocados, sweet oranges, juicy plums, fragrant plantains, mountain-grown coffee, and native cardamom.

Each harvest is nurtured by Amma’s hands and the rhythms of the land she has tended for nearly six decades.

As we grow, we’re expanding the farm to supply the café’s fresh menu — including heirloom tomatoes, basil, spinach, zucchini, mushrooms, rocket, arugula, and other seasonal vegetables and herbs.

Every ingredient tells a story of sustainability, care, and a deep-rooted connection to the earth.

Amma’s Harvest: Pure, Local, and Alive

red round fruits on green leaves during daytime
red round fruits on green leaves during daytime
orange tree under sunny sky
orange tree under sunny sky
green fruit on tree during daytime
green fruit on tree during daytime
orange peach fruits
orange peach fruits
a metal bowl filled with green cardamoa seeds
a metal bowl filled with green cardamoa seeds
a bunch of bananas on a tree
a bunch of bananas on a tree
round red fruit
round red fruit

Farm-to-Table Experience

Discover our commitment to sustainability and support for local farmers through delicious meals.

the sun shines brightly on a mountain side
the sun shines brightly on a mountain side
Support Local Farmers

Join us in empowering marginal farmers through your dining choices and donations.

Café with a View

Enjoy scenic views while savoring our menu of fresh, organic meals and beverages.

Artisan Products Store

Explore unique arts and artifacts crafted by local communities, supporting their livelihoods.

What We've Done So Far

We’ve officially laid the foundation for Café Nirvana! A cozy space in the making, nestled at the edge of Pallangi’s valley views — where fresh food, Amma’s story, and soulful experiences will soon come alive.

green mountain under white clouds during daytime
green mountain under white clouds during daytime
Foundation laid for the café and storefront
Farm expanded to grow diverse, seasonal ingredients

Our organic farm is now home to more veggies, herbs, and greens — all grown sustainably to supply our café’s seasonal menu. Every crop supports Amma’s revival and brings us closer to true farm-to-table living.

Donation Drive: May – July 2025
Volunteers onboarded, project plans drawn

Our donation drive is officially live! Every rupee supports Amma’s journey to revive her farm, complete the café, and create a sustainable model for marginal farmers. From May to July 2025, join hands with us — your support truly makes the soil richer.

We’ve welcomed students, volunteers, and professionals who believe in the vision. Together, we’re shaping a replicable model to support marginal farmers — and Amma’s farm is just the beginning. Stay tuned, the best is yet to come!

Location Info

Nestled in the scenic Kodaikanal, Kodai Café Nirvana offers a serene escape surrounded by lush organic farms and breathtaking views.

Kodaikanal

Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu, India

Hours

9 AM - 7 PM