My father, Dharam, is passionate about nature and has a natural gift for growing things. Coming from a family of farmers, descendants of indentured labourers from India, I am the 5th generation to work the land. Over the years, my father taught me the art of growing vanilla and passed on his passion for it.
Today the vanilla farm is an integral part of our lives, and our daily routine is built around it. Demanding by nature, the queen of spices requires constant care. We give it our full attention and make sure our vanilla grows in the best possible conditions. Our organic farm is a haven of peace where our exceptional vanilla grows away from prying eyes.
We invite you to come and meet us, to discover the wonderful story that connects us to this sublime vanilla of Mauritius.
— Dhareena, vanilla grower
An epiphyte, vanilla is an orchid that grows mainly on a support post, using native Mauritian wood. Our farm is organically grown and requires a great deal of attention. Vanilla cultivation is demanding: from planting the cutting to the first pod, it takes 7 years. The first flower appears after 4 to 5 years.
There are 3 steps to obtaining an excellent black vanilla pod:
Every step is crucial and must be carried out with a goldsmith's precision.
Episode from March 4, 2023 — @mariemeunier_chef
"Dhareena's vanilla is of exceptional quality, used by pastry chef Marie Meunier to elevate her culinary creations at the Lux* Grand Baie hotel. The vanilla is harvested and slowly dried by hand, using artisanal methods to guarantee a rich, subtle flavour. Savour this exceptional vanilla, produced with passion in Mauritius."
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