Bestlife
Culinary
Food Adventures & Experiences
We think food is one of the Best things in Life.
MEET THE CHEF
Ms. Cubbon has lived in the Cayman Islands for over 20 years and is an active member of the local food and wine scene. She comes from a family of passionate cooks and started in the kitchen helping out at a very early age. Learning the basics from her Fijian mom - who she cites as the best cook she knows - her love for food blossomed. She has been involved in the food and beverage industry locally and in Canadas working with and being mentored by inspiring chefs and standout restaurants in Canada and Cayman.
Ms. Cubbon is an award winning chef achieving first place in the Food & Wine Cayman Cookout Amateur Chef Competition in 2013 and was a finalist in 2012, cooking for the likes of Eric Ripert, Anthony Bourdain, Jose Andres and His Excellency the Governor Mr. Duncan Taylor. She was also the representing chef for the Cayman Islands at Caribbean Culinary Week in New York in June 2018.
She is the Culinary Director at Bestlife & Zest and is the Cayman Islands Ambassador for the Jamie Oliver Food Revolution global program. As a featured speaker at the TEDx Seven Mile Beach event in April 2014, Maureen is working on sparking a Cayman Style Food Revolution with the goal to empower people, especially children, to know where their food comes and hopefully inspire everyone to get into their kitchens and cook.
Whether it's an elegant beach side graze, gorgeous multi course meal to ignite your senses, an elegant family style soiree that will knock your socks off or a fabulous brunch in the comfort of your own space, Chef Mo & her team look forward to hosting an unforgettable dining experience for you!
Sit Back, Relax or get Hands On
You choose your favorite foods, we'll assemble a divine menu. Want to help? roll up your sleeves and you can help prepare dinner. From Beach BBQ's, delectable brunch, premium cocktail stations, wine and champagne service, we can put together an unforgettable food adventure.
Cooking Classes and Corporate Events
At the Bon Vivant Kitchen Studio or a sutiable location of your choice.
Food EducationWorkshops, Chef Express Cooking Sessions to showcase healthful eating and specialty dishes, corporate team building events like Chopped: Cayman Style.
Kids can Cook!
We love to inspire Budding Chefs - join us for cooking classes at Bon Vivant Kitchen Studio, Cooking Club at school, Food Revolution Sessions, private parties, Seed2Plate Farm to Table school garden programs as part of Jamie Oliver's Global Food Revolution program.
By focusing on high quality, regional and farm fresh ingredients we offer
one-of-kind dining experiences from relaxed family style service to chic cuisine.
A few things on the Menu
Fresh Catch Duo: crudo & ceviche, breadfruit chips
Jerk wild shrimp or crispy coconut wild shrimp, mango sauce, tropical salsa
Cayman style braised short ribs with cassava mash & roasted root veggies
Local lobster & wild shrimp cakes, scotch bonnet remoulade, local greens & champagne vinaigrette
Seafood Curry - local fish, lobster, wild shrimp in a homemade coconut milk based curry, garlic naan, home made local mango chutney
Seared cajun scallops with creamy scallion mash, pickled red cabbage garnish
Pan seared mahi with coconut rundown sauce, local pumpkin puree & garlicky local spinach
Jamaican mahi escovitch – lightly fried in organic avocado oil and served with pickled onions, carrots & scotch bonnet peppers, festival bread & farmers market slaw
Cayman style fresh catch simmered in a rich tomato sauce with capers, herbs, peppers & onions with callaloo rice & beans
Satay peanut chicken bowl over vermicelli noodles, braised local pak choi, pickled cabbage, spicy garlic chili sauce, coconut peanut sauce
Moroccan chicken with chickpeas, cous cous & currants, roasted eggplant
Creamy tomato pesto gnocchi with sweet Italian sausage, grilled garlic toasts, aged parmesan
Short rib ravioli: porcini mushroom stuffed ravioli, 5 spice short rib ragu, crispy shallots
Korean style short ribs, pickled chilis, toasted sesame seeds, mango papaya salad
*Accommodating for younger family members is no problem. We offer a variety of children's options including home made pizzas, organic free range chicken tenders, wild fish fingers, grass fed sliders and more!
*vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free options available*
CHEF RATES
$350 for up to 4 guests, $50 pp for additional guests. Please ask for custom quote. Food Cost additional.
Groups of 8 +: 3 courses starting at $100pp, 4 courses $125pp, 5 courses $150 pp
~ Rates include menu planning, shopping, our team onsite providing dinner set up, service & clean up ~
~ Pricing is in Cayman Islands Dollars. A 20% gratuity will be added to the final invoice ~
WE OFFER BREAKFAST AND LUNCH OPTIONS TOO - PLEASE INQUIRE
Some of our Clients & Partners include:
TESTIMONIALS
Thanks so much Maureen!
It was an amazing experience and exceeded my expectations.
Eric M. - Florida, USA
Thank you for a fantastic evening. Mo you are awesome.
We all are talking about the next one!
Julie B. - Cayman Islands
We recently had Chef Mo and her team of brilliant women create a custom meal for 15 of us. When I say they went above and beyond, they went above and beyond. We had an edible garden tablescape, continuing courses of amazing, fresh, food with balance and flavor, all with stunning service and friendly smiles and laughter. The team went into every detail, including not making those with dietary restrictions feel different but included. They also stuck to a budget, used local providers and sources to showcase the brilliance of the island and all with stunning service. I could not have asked for a better evening. And the best part? they left the kitchen better than they found it!
Lynne W. - Cayman Islands
We recently had Chef Mo and her team of brilliant women create a custom meal for 15 of us. When I say they went above and beyond, they went above and beyond. We had an edible garden tablescape, continuing courses of amazing, fresh, food with balance and flavor, all with stunning service and friendly smiles and laughter. The team went into every detail, including not making those with dietary restrictions feel different but included. They also stuck to a budget, used local providers and sources to showcase the brilliance of the island and all with stunning service. I could not have asked for a better evening. And the best part? they left the kitchen better than they found it!
Lynne W. - Cayman Islands
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Tel: 345-323-0422 | Email: maureen@bestlife.ky