Lillian Cumic

Lillian Cumic

Lillian Cumic is a vegan chef, author, model, and culinary educator known for her refined, cross-cultural approach to plant-based cuisine. She is a monthly columnist for the Honolulu Star-Advertiser’s CRAVE section, where her column, Nourishing Paradise, highlights...
Buddha Lo

Buddha Lo

Buddha Lo is an acclaimed chef whose culinary journey began in Port Douglas, Australia, where he grew up in his family’s Chinese restaurant. By 14, he was already working in the kitchen and spending weekends at a five-star resort, developing the discipline and passion...
Justine Ma

Justine Ma

Justine Ma is the chef, owner, and founder of Bougie Farmer, a one-acre agritourism experience in Keaau on the Island of Hawaii dedicated to immersive farm-to-table experiences. She is recognized for her handcrafted dumplings, live-fire cooking, and refined zero-waste...
James Aung

James Aung

Yan James Aung, also known to many as “Burma,” was born and raised in Myanmar before moving to the United States in 2008 to pursue further education. He is a dedicated culinary professional with over a decade of experience and currently serves as Executive Chef at...
Chad Yamamoto

Chad Yamamoto

Hawaii Island chef Chad Yamamoto is a culinary visionary celebrated for his innovative approach to Hawaiian and Italian cuisine. With over two decades of experience in the culinary arts, Yamamoto’s journey began in the kitchens of the highly regarded Four...