Culinary Experiences


 Hands-On Cooking + Knife Skills

or

Demonstration Class

A unique culinary experience featuring ingredients sourced from farms & ranches on the Big Island, and sustainably caught fish from local ocean access. Each recipe will be plated and served as a progressive meal for guests to enjoy together.

Choose from our most popular + delectable recipes!


CHOCOLATE: Sweet + Savory

Cocoa is an ancient healing ingredient that when transformed into Chocolate brings a delectable flavor to not just sweet desserts, it is also a traditional highlight to many protein rich, savory dishes too.  This class will feature a sampling of the phenomenal cocoa and chocolate produced here on the Big Island, followed by an indulgent meal that will nourish the heart + body + soul.

MENU:

  • Mexican Mole Sauce + Black Beans with Queso Fresco cheese & Vegetable Slaw

  • Simmered Pork with Cocoa + Chiles over roasted Uala (purple sweet potatoes) & onions

  • Dark Chocolate Banana Bread


BIG ISLAND GEMS

Diverse microclimates on the Big Island allow for a vast spectrum of foods to be grown year round. We will source the most nourishing, in-season ingredients available from our local farms for this delectable menu.

MENU:

  • Salad of Seasonal Fruits + Vegetables + Greens in Citrus Vinaigrette with Goat Cheese + Macadamia Nuts

  • Braised Big Island Beef + Ulu Mash with Caramelized Onions

  • Fruit Crisp with Macadamia Nut Topping


AVOCADOS Galore!

A plethora of avocado varieties thrive here on the Big Island, an ingredient that is the perfect healthful feature to any meal.

MENU:

  • Avocado Salad + Seasonal Fruit with Local Mixed Greens in Herb Citrus Vinaigrette

  • Local Fresh Catch Fish + Whipped Avocado Sauce, accompanied by Wild Rice Blend & Sauteed Veggies.

  • Avocado + Chocolate Mousse


ULU : A VERSATILE + DELECTABLE HAWAIIAN STAPLE

Curious about how to cook and enjoy Ulu?! 

This miraculous edible gift, also know as breadfruit, is a traditional staple in the Hawaiian food culture and one of the most nourishing plants we can welcome into our meal repertoire.  It’s exceptionally versatile  - savory & sweet – and delicious too!

MENU:

  • Ulu + Purple Sweet Potato Latkes with Chile Pepper Yogurt Sauce + Traditional Apple Sauce

  • Roasted Ulu + Mushrooms with Wild Rice Blend

  • Ulu Chocolate Pudding with Fresh Fruit


Hands-on cooking classes available for groups up to 16 guests.

Demonstration only classes available for up to 24 guests.

Minimum fee per event starts at $950 based on venue location.

The chef is happy to accommodate dietary requests as they can fit to our menu. Vegan options available. All meals are gluten-free by design. Please add your dietary requests to your inquiry email below.

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