Maré by Rafael Cagali

Celebrated Chef Rafael Cagali and his partner Charlie Lee have opened their newest culinary venture, Maré by Cagali, on Hove's Church Road.

Translating to ‘tide’ in Portuguese, Maré moves with the rhythm of the seasons and celebrates the bounty of its neighbourhood. Rafael and his protégé Ewan Waller (who leads the kitchen as Head Chef) have worked closely to design a menu that sits between Cagali and Lee’s two-Michelin starred Da Terra and the relaxed charm of its sister restaurant, Elis.

Maré’s cooking showcases local Sussex and British suppliers to shape a menu that prioritises sustainability and quality, and forges relationships with nearby farms, fisheries, and artisanal producers. All served in a warm and convivial setting with great cocktails, and an inventive, varied and playful wine list.

A generous but refined à la carte menu pays tribute to Cagali’s distinctive culinary background as a Brazilian-Italian chef who trained within some of the world’s most acclaimed restaurants.

Starting with small bites from the bar, the menu progresses through hot and cold small plates, mains and sharers, before finishing with desserts.