Speedy Seaside Feasting
Combining amazing views, authentic Italian cuisine and spectacular cocktails, this contemporary fast paced 250-seater eatery has it all, even a “Black Ferrari” in the kitchen!
La Capannina is situated on the idyllic Scarborough foreshore. Opening its doors earlier this year the 250 seater eatery forms part of the Scarborough Beach foreshore redevelopment which includes fitness facilities a family friendly pool.
For owner Karri Li, it is her first venture into ownership after working in hospitality for 15 years. Seeking to keep the restaurant as authentic as possible, she recruited front-ofhouse manager Davide Cappati, who moved to Australia from Italy four years ago, and previously ran a cafe in Turin – Italy, and Italian Chef Edoardo Bruni.
The team from Caterlink worked closely with Head Chef Edoardo Bruni who designed the Mareno cooking island to his very specific requirements enabling the kitchen to cook up to 300 covers with each dish cooked to order.
“The Mareno Island Suite which offers the perfect blend of sophisticated European design and powerful performance is the perfect piece of equipment for this busy kitchen,” said Clive Gilbert Comcater Regional Sales Manager. “At the heart of the suite is a target top which provides chefs with an entire surface of 3cm thick cast iron hotplate which provides fast accurate heat.”
“The ‘Black Ferrari’ as it been labelled, because of its power and speed also includes a high powered salamander and gas burners which are used to produced pasta dishes that are cooked to order.
The menu is focused on Italian cuisine, but also offers some Western fusion dishes.
The dining concept is casual and beachfriendly, with the option to dine either inside, or outside on the balcony delivering the perfect beachside eatery.
