Multiple Gold Coast roles for experienced head chef

Much-travelled chef Meyjitte Boughenout has taken on a new role on the Gold Coast overseeing two gourmet precinct eateries.

French-born Boughenout is now head chef of Isla Dining & Bar (previously Isla Cantina) and its sister restaurant, Edgewater Dining & Bar, the casual fine dining restaurant next door.

He has also crafted a fresh take on pub classics at Sanctuary Cove Tavern.

Operated by Mulpha Hospitality Group, Isla Dining & Bar and Edgewater Dining & Lounge Bar are both located in the Capri on Via Roma waterfront retail precinct on the Gold Coast.

Boughenout has worked in Michelin0starred restaurants in Belgium, as well as running successful fine-dining restaurants from Tasmania to Queensland.

He says Isla Dining & Bar is bringing a relaxed, easy dining vibe to the Gold Coast.

“With Isla Dining we have created a relaxed space where guests will be well looked after with consistently good quality food,” he said.

“You do not need an excuse to enjoy life and eat well, certainly not on the Gold Coast.”

Entrees include Nonna’s meatballs, jalapeno poppers with cheddar, croquettes, calamari, tempura prawns, bug and prawn roll and yellowfin tuna ceviche. 

Mains range from crispy wild barramundi and charred chicken breast to a Wagyu beef burger and a house grill menu.

Next door, Edgewater Dining highlights include grilled Mooloolaba prawns, Wagyu beef tartare and a selection of fresh sashimi and caviar.

Ëdgewater’s signature king prawn and bug risotto, and oven-baked whole snapper are popular while 
Canberra-sourced black truffles can now shaved over pasta dishes for a decadent winter touch.

“With Edgewater it was a case of fine tuning and bringing in some fresh ideas to ensure we continue to delight and surprise our guests, whatever the occasion," the chef says.

"Whether its date night or a special celebration, every visit should feel like an occasion.”

Mulpha's restaurants at Capri on Via Roma are part of a portfolio that also includes Anchor Buoy and Cove Tavern in Sanctuary Cove.

Image: Luke Sheehan