The Thirteenth Annual Hawai’i Food & Wine Festival welcomed more than 80 chefs from around the world to participate in 14 grand tastings, gala dinners and more, featuring an array of ingredients from Hawai‘i’s leading farmers, ranchers and fishermen. Joined by more than 50 winemakers, sommeliers and mixologists, the 2023 Festival embraced the lucky number 13, an auspicious number meaning abundance in eastern tradition. We had hoped to have a full festival as we emerged from the pandemic, however the tragic wildfires that affected our Maui community required us to cancel our events in Kā’anapali. In light of the challenges, last year reminded us of the unwavering strength and unity that defines our culinary community. Together with the support of the global culinary and hospitality community, we raised and distributed more than $1.2 million for our Kokua Restaurant and Hospitality Fund to support our ‘ohana on Maui.

2022 HFWF

2019 HFWF