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Feast of Ambition: A Conversation with Panchali Mahendra
Explore Panchali Mahendra’s journey from Indian basketball to Michelin-starred restaurants in Dubai on Restrocast. Delve into her diverse portfolio, featuring the groundbreaking Indian-Japanese concept Inja, and gain insights into F&B challenges and innovations.
Panchali Mahendra
President, Atelier House Hospitality
Panchali Mahendra, President of Atelier House Hospitality since 2022, is a trailblazer in the F&B industry. With a diverse background, she oversees a portfolio of successful brands, earning accolades like a Michelin star. As the first woman with a Golden Visa in hospitality, Mahendra continues to make waves, expanding into wellness with Solace and recently opening her first restaurant in India, INJA.
Embark on a journey of knowing a purveyor of fine gastronomy with Restrocast as we sit down with Panchali Mahendra, the dynamic President of Atelier House Hospitality, in an exclusive episode titled “Feast of Ambition.” Join us as we delve into the chapters of Panchali’s extraordinary life, from the basketball courts of India to the Michelin-starred restaurants of Dubai.
With almost two decades of industry expertise, Panchali oversees a diverse portfolio that includes acclaimed brands like Marea, 11 Woodfire, Mohalla, RSVP, Tides Bar, and The Host in the UAE, as well as ventures in Riyadh and India. Having opened a plethora restaurants globally and ventured into the wellness sector with Solace, Panchali’s trajectory exemplifies innovation and unrelenting dedication.
In this captivating episode, we explore her remarkable journey, including her transition from being a national-level basketball player to studying hospitality, her pivotal roles in Dubai’s vibrant F&B scene, and her bold move to launch Inja, the world’s first Indian-Japanese concept, in India. Unveiling new dimensions in hospitality, Panchali’s narrative is a testament to resilience, adaptability, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
Join us as we unravel the story of a trailblazer who has left an indelible mark on the Feast of Ambition that is her life and career. From the challenges of opening Michelin-starred restaurants in Dubai to the exciting future projects on the horizon, Panchali Mahendra’s journey promises to captivate the imagination of the gastronomic world. Tune in to Restrocast for an inspiring conversation that goes beyond the conventional boundaries of both sport and gastronomy.