Second Annual Cuisines of the Sun® Golf Classic Hosted by Alan Wong
Event Date:
Oct. 16, 2026
Event Time:
Registration at 10:00 A.M., Shotgun at 11:30 A.M.
Location:
Mauna Kea Golf Course
Swing the “Wong” way at the Second Annual Cuisines of the Sun® Golf Classic hosted by Alan Wong at the legendary Mauna Kea Golf Course. Set along the stunning Kohala Coast, this play-and-eat golf experience brings together golfers, chefs, and community leaders for an unforgettable day on one of Hawaii’s most iconic seaside courses!
“Putt” your appetite to the test as you stop by chef stations along the green serving fresh, local flavors from Hawai‘i Island’s top culinary talents. Every stop is a chance to refuel between fairways while sampling dishes inspired by Alan Wong’s iconic Cuisines of the Sun®—a celebration of local ingredients and culinary traditions of warm climate regions. Need a break between swings? Cool off with refreshing cocktails and ice-cold beers while soaking in the ocean breeze.
After the final hole, head to the 19th Hole Awards Dinner at Number 3, where the culinary celebration continues with Mauna Kea Beach Hotel Executive Chef Peter Abarcar Jr., serving a dinner inspired by Alan Wong’s classic flavors—the perfect way to end the day above par!
MORE INFORMATION
- 3-Person Scramble, includes morning bento box and refreshments at check-in, premiere food stations and refreshing libations throughout the course.
- Course contests: Lucky Number, Closest to the Pin and more!
October 16, 2026
Registration at 10:00 A.M.
Shotgun at 11:30 A.M.
Mauna Kea Golf Course and Number 3
Attire: Golf Attire
Outdoors
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
- 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.
MAKE IT A HFWF WEEKEND
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel is offering special room rates for HFWF attendees. Click HERE to 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 Sixteenth Annual Hawaii Food & Wine Festival benefit local aina-based and community organizations which support culinary and agricultural education, sustainability, and cultural programs in Hawaii.
To make a donation, please click HERE.
PARTICIPATING TALENT
Chefs
Peter Abarcar, Jr.
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel - Kamuela, HI
James Aung
Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar - Waimea, HI
Jayson Kanekoa
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa - Waikoloa, HI
Justine Ma
BOUGIE FARMER - Keaau, HI
Keith Pajinag
PATINA - Waikoloa, HI
Chad Yamamoto
The Walua Social Club - Kailua-Kona, HI
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