Colin Hazama
C4 Table - Honolulu, HI
Colin Hazama is the chef and owner of C4 Table, an upscale catering concept delivering elevated cuisine for private events, weddings, pop-ups, and intimate functions. Known for his creative approach and refined technique, Hazama draws inspiration from both his roots and his experiences working alongside world-class chefs. He was also formerly the Executive Chef of the Hawaii Food & Wine Festival, where he played a pivotal role in curating culinary experiences that showcased Hawai‘i’s top talent and ingredients to global audiences.
A graduate of the California Culinary Academy, Hazama trained under industry icons including Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Alan Wong, and Roy Yamaguchi. He honed his skills at acclaimed restaurants such as Hoku’s at The Kahala Hotel and Resort, Alan Wong’s Honolulu, Roy’s Restaurants in San Francisco, and Gary Danko in San Francisco.
Launched in 2020, C4 Table blends Hazama’s fine dining expertise with his deep commitment to local sourcing. A lifelong spear fisherman, he regularly incorporates fresh catch into his menus and works with more than 20 local farms to ensure the highest quality seasonal ingredients. The concept quickly garnered attention, earning features in the Honolulu Star-Advertiser’s Crave section and on Hawaii News Now’s HI Now.
Before launching his own business, Hazama was consistently recognized for his culinary leadership. He was named a Rising Star Chef by the James Beard Foundation in 2010, appeared at the James Beard House in New York City, and was honored in Pacific Business News’ Forty Under 40 Class of 2015. That same year, he became the youngest Executive Chef in the history of The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, and began making annual appearances at the Hawaii Food & Wine Festival.
In 2018, Hazama was named Chef/Restaurateur of the Year by the Hawaii Lodging & Tourism Association—only the second chef ever to receive the honor. He has also competed on Guy’s Grocery Games, placing second, and Food Network’s Alex vs America, where he made it to the final round against celebrity Iron Chef Alex Guarnaschelli.
