
Hawaiian Airlines Presents Decanted
Event Date:
Nov. 1, 2025
Event Time:
6:00-9:00 P.M.
Location:
Hawaii Convention Center
Join us as we raise a glass to 15 years of excellence at Hawaiian Airlines Presents Decanted, the Hawaii Food & Wine Festival’s signature wine extravaganza. In celebration of this milestone, step into an evening of brilliance and refinement—where world-class wines shimmer like crystal, expertly crafted cocktails sparkle, and exquisite dishes from culinary luminaries shine.
Uncork liquid gems as more than 20 renowned winemakers, sommeliers, and wine professionals from across the globe pour an extraordinary selection of vintages to swirl in your exclusive Hawaii Food & Wine Festival Riedel wine glass. Sip on dazzling cocktails from top mixologists, designed to complement 17 exquisite culinary creations by acclaimed chefs, each celebrating Hawaii’s rich agricultural bounty with locally sourced ingredients. Mingle with some of the most celebrated culinary talents from coast to coast—including James Beard Award winners, Food & Wine Best New Chefs, Top Chef talents, and Food Network stars—as they bring their expertise and creativity to the plate.
Indulge in the festival’s crown jewel, where every sip, bite, and moment is crystal clear perfection! See below for more information and VIP experiences:
MORE INFORMATION
- All guests receive an exclusive Hawaii Food & Wine Festival Riedel wine glass as a keepsake.
- Priority ticket gives you early entry at 5:00 P.M., an hour before General Admission attendees.
- VIP includes early entry access at 5:00 P.M. and a reserved seat in “The First Class Lounge”—our VIP experience featuring unparalleled indulgence! VIP guests will enjoy:
- Chef Roy Yamaguchi’s signature raw bar;
- Chef Vikram Garg‘s decadent tasting bar of caviar with unique accoutrements;
- Chef Michael Mina‘s specialty truffle station;
- Private champagne bar.
- Event is indoors, smart casual attire.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING VIP ACCESS
VIP guests receive early entry at 5:00 P.M. and reserved seating in the VIP First Class Lounge. Tickets are not issued for this event; guests will be checking in by a guest list, where they will receive a special VIP wristband.
To ensure a seamless experience for all VIP guests, please note that access to the VIP First Class Lounge is limited to only those wearing the VIP wristbands. Guests must wear their VIP wristband throughout the evening to enjoy the exclusive chef and beverage stations and reserved seating.
Guests without the proper wristbands will not be permitted entry, and kindly ask that VIP guests refrain from bringing guests into the VIP section that are not included on their guest list or do not have a VIP wristband.
November 1, 2025
6:00-9:00 P.M.
Hawaii Convention Center
Attire: Smart Casual
Indoors
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
21 YEARS OF AGE AND OLDER
- No one under the age of 21, including children in strollers accompanied by their parents, will be admitted to Festival events, unless noted otherwise.
ABOUT THE EVENT
- Ticket includes all food and drinks at event, and inclusive of taxes, fees and gratuity.
- All sales are final. All events, prices, performances, venues, dates and times are subject to change without notice.
- Please refer to FAQ for more information.
EAT, DRINK & STAY THE NIGHT
Hawaii Food & Wine Festival resort partners are offering special room rates for HFWF attendees. Click HERE to explore and book. Reservations and room rates are subject to availability.
SUPPORT HFWF
Hawaii Food & Wine Festival is a program of the 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the Hawaii Ag & Culinary Alliance. All proceeds from the Fifteenth Annual Hawaii Food & Wine Festival benefit local aina-based and community organizations which support culinary and agricultural education, sustainability, and cultural programs in Hawaii.
If you are unable to attend an event, please consider making a donation HERE.
PARTICIPATING TALENT
Chefs

Michele Belotti
Belotti Ristorante e Bottega - Oakland, CA

Leah Cohen
Pig and Khao - New York, NY

Dean Fearing
Fearing's Restaurant - Dallas, TX

Vikram Garg
UMI by Vikram Garg - Honolulu, HI

Brady Ishiwata Williams
Tomo - Seattle, WA

Brandon Jew
Mister Jiu's - San Francisco, CA

Michelle Karr-Ueoka
MW Restaurant & Artizen by MW - Honolulu, HI

Danny Lee
Anju - Washington, D.C.

Gaby Maeda
Friends & Family Bar - Oakland, CA

Spike Mendelsohn
We, the Pizza - Washington, D.C.

Michael Mina
STRIPSTEAK by Michael Mina - Honolulu, HI

Shota Nakajima
Shota Nakajima LLC - Seattle, WA

Michel Nischan
Wholesome Crave - Fairfield, CT

Jason Peel
Nami Kaze - Honolulu, HI

Rich Rosendale
Rosendale Collective - Leesburg, VA

Sean Sherman
NATIFS - Minneapolis, MN

Jeff Szombaty
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa - Honolulu, HI

Brooke Tadena
Hawaii Convention Center/Levy Restaurants - Honolulu, HI

Wade Ueoka
MW Restaurant - Honolulu, HI

Roy Yamaguchi
Roy Yamaguchi Group of Restaurants - Honolulu, HI