Indian Hotels Company Limited’s lifestyle catering brand Soulinaire has partnered with IF.BE (Ice Factory Ballard Estate), a well-known cultural centre in Mumbai. This collaboration marks a new phase for the 150-year-old restored industrial space, bringing together culture and curated hospitality experiences.

Mr. Kamal Malik, Founding Partner, IF.BE, said, “IF.BE has always been envisioned as a space where ideas, people and disciplines converge. Through this collaboration with Soulinaire we are able to extend that vision - bringing together strong cultural programming with a level of culinary refinement and operational depth that enhances every interaction within the space.”

Mr. Abhijit Mehta, Partner, IF.BE, said, “The collaboration brings together IF.BE’s curatorial focus with Soulinaire’s systems-led approach to refined, high-volume catering and service. Known for its emphasis on personalization, scale, and consistency, Soulinaire extends IF.BE’s offering beyond programming, introducing a more considered and cohesive food and beverage dimension across events, gatherings, and daily experiences.”

Located in Mumbai’s historic Ballard Estate, IF.BE is a unique cultural hub set inside a restored 150-year-old ice factory. The space blends heritage architecture with modern art and design, creating a platform for creativity, discussions, and community engagement.

Mr. Somnath Mukherjee, Executive Vice President - Operations, IHCL, said, “This partnership brings together two brands with a shared commitment to craft, culture and experience. IF.BE has evolved into a distinctive cultural destination within Mumbai’s urban fabric, and this association marks Soulinaire’s entry into one of the city’s historic precincts to curate experiences that are rooted in design and dialogue. We are happy to collaborate with Mr. Kamal Malik and Mr. Abhijit Mehta.”

The venue features three dining and social spaces, including Native Bombay, a modern Indian restaurant, The Banyan Tree Café set in a calm courtyard, and The Native Lounge, a contemporary bar. Along with this, IF.BE offers flexible event spaces such as The Ice Factory, The Cathedral, and The Substation, which host a range of activities from art exhibitions and conferences to brand showcases and private events.

With this collaboration, IF.BE and Soulinaire aim to create a more seamless mix of culture and hospitality, offering visitors well-curated experiences that bring together food, art, and social interactions in one space.