Kōkua Lunch Club at Istanbul Hawaiʻi
Schedule
Mon Apr 13 2026 at 01:00 pm to 02:30 pm
UTC-10:00Location
Istanbul Hawai'i | Honolulu, HI
About this Event
No panels. No keynotes. Just connection.
WHAT IS IT?
Kōkua Lunch Club is a casual lunch gathering for community-minded people who care about Hawai‘i. Talk story, share ideas, find inspiration. No agenda. No speakers. Just good food, good people, and the kind of connection that fuels hope and keeps us moving forward.
Every $25 ticket goes directly to the restaurant, helping to keep local businesses thriving and ensuring our food community stays strong.
Everyone is invited — but space is limited!
WHERE?
Our host is Istanbul Hawai‘i, the award-winning Turkish-Mediterranean restaurant of Chefs Ahu Hettema, a James Beard Foundation Women’s Entrepreneur Leader, and Nili Yildirim. This Kakaʻako-located restaurant blends fresh local ingredients with classic Anatolian recipes, earning accolades such as Honolulu Magazine’s Best Mediterranean Restaurant and recognition as a top women-owned business in Hawai‘i.
Parking is available at multiple paid garages within walking distance.
WHEN?
Monday, April 13, 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Come when you can, leave when you need.
COST
$25 per person, prepaid for lunch. Lunch will be served buffet style with vegetarian options available.
100% of funds go directly to support the restaurant.
RSVP
Space will fill up fast. Reserve your spot today — and please spread the word to your colleagues and friends and tag @chefhuihi #kokualunchclub. Don’t overthink it… it’s just lunch.
Where is it happening?
Istanbul Hawai'i, 1108 Auahi Street, Honolulu, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 28.52
