
Southern Seafood Sunday Hosted by Aarón Sánchez
Event Date:
Oct. 26, 2025
Event Time:
11:00 A.M.-1:00 P.M.
Location:
Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows
Rise and shine for a one-of-a-kind seaside brunch where fresh seafood, bold flavors, and warm hospitality take center stage! Hosted by celebrity chef and TV personality Aarón Sánchez on the stunning Kaanapali Beach coastline at Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows, Sánchez will be joined by six talented chefs to showcase a fusion of Southern seafood traditions—from Lowcountry boils and Cajun spice to Creole flavors and beyond—reimagined with Hawaii’s incredible local catch.
Celebrate the ocean’s bounty with a brunch featuring the finest flavors from land and sea, as we share in the joy of gathering and enjoying creative, chef-driven takes on classic coastal dishes. Taste the inspiration in every bite as these talented chefs craft innovative dishes that blend Hawaii-grown, raised, and caught ingredients with the vibrant essence of the deep blue. Sip on brunch-ready cocktails crafted by master mixologists as you enjoy a Sunday celebration that brings the heart of the South to the shores of Maui!
October 26, 2025
11:00 A.M.-1:00 P.M.
Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows
Attire: Resort Casual
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
- Event is outdoors, resort casual attire.
- 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
Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows 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 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

Jayson Asuncion
Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows - Lahaina, HI

Nando Chang
Itamae AO - Miami, FL

Grant MacPherson
Scotchmyst - Las Vegas, NV

Jon Matsubara
FEAST by Jon Matsubara - Honolulu, HI

Dean Max
DJM Restaurants - Deerfield Beach, FL

Nini Nguyen
Đặc Biệt - New Orleans, LA

Aarón Sánchez
Johnny Sánchez - New Orleans, LA