


Mark Noguchi
Born and raised in Manoa, Oahu, Mark “Gooch” Noguchi brings infectious energy to everything he does – whether he’s teaching at Punahou School, leading kitchens as a chef of 25 years, or sailing with Ohana Waa. His enthusiasm is unmistakable and draws...
Shaymus Alwin
Shaymus Alwin has returned to The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort as its executive chef after spending nearly 10 years at the resort’s culinary landmark, Azure Restaurant. As executive chef, he oversees all culinary operations across the 528-room property,...
Niki Nakayama & Carole Iida-Nakayama
Niki Nakayama and Carole Iida-Nakayama are the creative and culinary forces behind n/naka, the Michelin-starred destination in West Los Angeles known for its refined interpretation of modern kaiseki—a traditional Japanese culinary philosophy that emphasizes...