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2022 Kaua'i Chocolate & Coffee Festival Gala Kickoff Dinner

  • Blü Umi 3864 Iona Road Hanapepe, HI, 96716 United States (map)

Join us for the Kauaʻi Chocolate & Coffee Festival Gala Kickoff Dinner a benefit for the Hanapepe Economic Alliance

Thursday, October 13, 2022 Hosted by Japanese Grandma's Cafe in the Blü Umi Garden - 5:30 pm

This special evening precedes the 7th Kauai Chocolate & Coffee Festival. You will receive exclusive access to the Blu Umi Garden for a special Chocolate & Coffee themed six-course dinner plus a free gift tote bag. The six-course dinner features locally grown cacao, coffee and produce, with wine and specialty cocktail pairings.

Six-Course dinner ticket $195

(includes beverages, cocktail/mocktail & wine pairing)

First Course

Kaua’i shrimp Escabeche with local citrus and white chocolate, avocado mousse, Thai basil, shaved Imua coffee beans

Second Course

Locally grown greens salad, thinly sliced seasonal vegetable crudité, pickled onions, cacao and honey vinaigrette, edible garden flowers

Third Course

Seared Kauai coffee rubbed catch of the day, carrot-ginger purée, potato angel hair, pea shoots, white chocolate beurre-blanc

Main Course

Achiote braised short ribs, buttermilk ulu mousseline, roasted local vegetables, dark chocolate in a coffee demi-glace

Dessert

Dark chocolate beet cake, candied beet frosting, coffee and caramel stracciatella gelato, dark chocolate and coffee anglaise

We hope you can join us!

Buy your tickets in advance for $195 while supplies last. There is a limited supply so donʻt delay!!  This event is brought to you by the Hawaii Tourism Authority, Kauaʻi Visitors Bureau, Hanapepe Economic Alliance, Hawaiʻi Chocolate & Cacao Association and Special Events Hawaiʻi.

The Kauaʻi Chocolate & Coffee Festival want to send out a big Mahalo Plenty to the Kauaʻi Visitors Bureau and Hawaii Tourism Authority for their role in making this event for the little town of Hanapepe a reality. Support provided by Hawai‘i Tourism Authority through the Community Enrichment Program.

Contact Kauaʻi Chocolate & Coffee Festival at info@KauaiChocolateandCoffeeFestival.com 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KauaiChocolateandCoffeeFestival/

Instagram: @historic_hanapepe

 FAQs

 Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?

This is for adults only.

 What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?

There is 1 public parking lot in Historic Hanapepe, otherwise street parking is available. 

 Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?

email: info@KauaiChocolateAndCoffeeFestival.com 

 Is my registration/ticket transferrable?

Yes, as long as you bring proof of purchase. 

 Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

If you can supply a printed copy that would be helpful; otherwise please bring your mobile copy or valid photo ID. 

 What is the refund policy?

Sorry for the inconvenience but we do not offer any refunds.

 No pets allowed (service animals only).

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