Partners Pushkar Marathe and Andy Dugard today announced plans to bring two of their concepts to CityPlace, West Palm’s most visited destination. Ela Curry & Cocktails and Mango Mercado will open side-by-side with an opening slated for mid-2025.“When the opportunity presented itself, we knew CityPlace would be a great location for Ela Curry & Cocktails and Mango Mercado,” said Chef Pushkar Marathe. “This vibrant urban destination, where workplaces, residences, and culture come together, and the proximity to Brightline will expose Ela and Mango Mercado to a thriving and growing demographic.”Ela Curry & Cocktails will bring its culturally focused Indian cuisine to the diverse offering at CityPlace, while Mango Mercado – a playground for Chef Marathe’s culinary inspirations – will fill a void for grab-n-go and fast-casual “where flavor and quality are not sacrificed because it is quick and easy,” as described by Marathe. Ela diners will enjoy a dynamic selection of street food and fresh, daring regional Indian dishes inspired by Chef Marathe’s experiences growing up in India. A full beverage program featuring inventive, seasonal, and whimsical cocktails will accentuate the cuisine and define Ela as a place to gather with family and friends.Marathe and Dugard joined forces in 2019 with a shared vision of the restaurant experiences they wanted to develop. In 2020, they opened Stage Kitchen & Bar in Palm Beach Gardens – recently named one of USA Today’s Restaurants of 2024. With Stage firmly established in the hearts of the Palm Beach Gardens community, Marathe and Dugard opened Ela Curry Kitchen in 2022, their greatly anticipated second concept named Best New Restaurant of 2022 in Palm Beach County by The Palm Beach Post and which within its first year evolved as Ela Curry & Cocktails in a newly expanded location.Marathe and Dugard see CityPlace as the ideal second location for Mango Mercado, Ela’s sister restaurant, since it provides the perfect audience for Mango Mercado’s grab-and-go ready-made items, made-to-order breakfast and lunch sandwiches, soups, salads, and more. Fan favorites like the Turkey Club, “The Coronation,” and Chef Marathe’s take on the Greek Salad have rapidly put Mango Mercado on the map at its first location in Palm Beach Gardens.“West Palm Beach has become one of the most sought-after dining destinations in South Florida attracting visitors from across the county and around the world. We are proud to ensure that local flavors continue to thrive in CityPlace’s growing culinary collection and look forward to welcoming beloved regional restaurants Ela Curry & Cocktails and Mango Mercado to the neighborhood,” said Gopal Rajegowda, Executive Vice President, Related Ross.About Ela Curry & Cocktails:Ela Curry & Cocktails is the second concept by Flavor Builders Chef Pushkar Marathe and Partner Andy Dugard and showcases refined and culturally-focused cuisine from across India in a dynamic selection of street food and fresh, daring regional Indian dishes. A passion project for the duo, the cuisine at Ela Curry & Cocktails draws on Marathe’s experiences growing up in India and inspirations from family and friends, most significantly the traditional cooking of his mother. Ela Curry & Cocktails transports diners to India through traditional aromas and flavors, presentation, and style of eating. The cuisine is accentuated with a full beverage program featuring inventive, seasonal, and whimsical cocktails best enjoyed in the expansive patio and outside bar dubbed “Peacock Tiki,” where a sports bar atmosphere meets a Bollywood vibe. Located in The Shops of Donald Ross Village in Palm Beach Gardens, Ela Curry & Cocktails brings authentic Indian fare to the growing culinary scene in North Palm Beach County.
Ela Curry & Cocktails, 4650 Donald Ross Road, Suite 100, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, 33418, (561) 345-2196, https://www.elacurryandcocktails.com | @elacurryandcocktailsAbout Mango Mercado:Mango Mercado is the third concept from Flavor Builders Hospitality, helmed by Chef Pushkar Marathe and Partner Andy Dugard. In addition to grab-and-go ready-made items and a curated market offering – think butter chicken sauce, chicken pâté, condiments, desserts, and wine – Mango Mercado offers made-to-order breakfast and lunch sandwiches, soups, salads, and more. Located in The Shops of Donald Ross Village in Palm Beach Gardens, Mango Mercado brings Chef Marathe’s culinary inspirations to a broader audience.
Mango Mercado, 4650 Donald Ross Road, Suite 110, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, 33418, (561) 408-3014, https://www.mangomercado.com | @mangomercadoAbout CityPlace:CityPlace is a dynamic shopping, dining, and entertainment destination located in the heart of Downtown West Palm Beach. Developed and owned by Related Ross, CityPlace has evolved since its inception in 2000 into a well-connected neighborhood. It is committed to collaborating with the best local artists, chefs, creatives, entrepreneurs, and fitness enthusiasts, making it an exceptional place to live, work, and visit in South Florida. For more information, please visit www.cityplace.com.
