Jayson Asuncion

Jayson Asuncion

May 16, 2022

Jayson Asuncion is the Executive Chef of Royal Lahaina Resort. He is a native of Maui and is from Lahaina. He developed his passion for cooking as a child helping his father in the kitchen. Asuncion trained at Western Culinary Institute in Portland, Oregon and has...
Timon Balloo

Timon Balloo

May 13, 2022

The culinary heart of Timon Balloo’s food draws from a broad range of international flavors. From his Chinese, Indian-Trinidadian heritage to his classic European training, to the diverse kitchens where he built his career, each step along the way has led Timon Balloo...
Nyesha Arrington

Nyesha Arrington

Apr 28, 2022

Nyesha Arrington is the dynamic co-star of FOX’s hit culinary competition series, Next Level Chef, where she brings her signature blend of mentorship, humor, and fierce expertise to millions of viewers each season. She also hosts and produces the acclaimed digital...
Jayse Sato

Jayse Sato

Apr 20, 2022

Jayse Sato is the owner and creative visionary behind Umi Sushi Maui in Wailuku. With over 15 years of experience in the industry, he’s known for his fearless approach to sushi, blending modern innovation with tradition and locally inspired flavors. His passion for...
Wade Ueoka

Wade Ueoka

Apr 12, 2022

A graduate of Mid-Pacific Institute, Wade Ueoka was born and raised in Hawaii, and attended Kapiolani Community College’s Culinary Program. His first job was a fry cook at Zippy’s Restaurants. His humble beginnings led him to becoming a prep cook at Alan Wong’s...