Our

Story

From Supper Club to Restaurant

The Legacy Continues

In 2009, Nicaraguan born Chef Gabriela Chamorro arrived in Dubai with just $200 and a dream to explore the world through food. As a former Emirates crew member, she spent years immersing herself in global flavors, with a special love for street food culture.

She started her supper club in 2019 and since then she’s been on a mission to reimagine Central American cuisine, drawing inspiration from her travels around the world.

Girl & the Goose - Restaurante Centroamericano has now become the UAE’s first restaurant to bring together the diverse and vibrant cuisines of the Mesoamerican region under one roof.

We Are

MESO AMERICAN

Embark on a modern journey of taste and travel through Central America’s culinary legacy, where ancient heritage meets contemporary twists and international turns.

Mesoamerica is a region stretching from southern Mexico down through Central America that shared an intriguing culture that thrived for thousands of years before European arrival. We are inspired by their ancient methods, myths, and elusive allure that has inspired, mixed and redefined taste and culture till this very day.

PRESS & MENTIONS

Thank You for the Love
Every mention, every feature, every kind word fuels our passion for what we do. We are grateful for the voices that have shared our story and the guests who continue to write it with us.

MEET THE TEAM

The People Behind the Dream
A restaurant is only as special as the people who bring it to life. From chefs to servers, sommeliers to storytellers, our team is a family - one that shares a love for great food, great service, and the joy of making people feel at home.
Meet the faces behind your next soulful meal.