Regional Kitchens - Transforming Ag Through Strategic Investments

The Hawai‘i Agricultural Foundation is thrilled to announce EAT THINK DRINK 27, an event you won’t want to miss! "Regional Kitchens: Transforming Ag Through Strategic Investments" is all about the exciting future of Hawai‘i’s agriculture and how we can make big strides in supporting our local farmers.

Hawai‘i State Senator Donovan Dela Cruz will be headlining as the keynote speaker, sharing his powerful vision for how regional kitchens can revolutionize our food systems and drive local sourcing.

Following the keynote, First Lady of Hawai‘i Jaime Kanani Green will lead a conversation with industry leaders discussing the challenges and opportunities of integrating regional kitchens into local agriculture. Joining us:

• Keith Hayashi, Superintendent of Hawai‘i Public Schools System
• Candace Kaanaana, General Manager of FCH Enterprises (Zippy's Restaurants)
• Hawai‘i State Representative Kirstin Kahaloa
• David Wong, Owner of Mountain View Farms

Be part of the movement that can transform Hawai‘i’s agriculture—connecting local farms to local kitchens, and ultimately, to our communities. It’s going to be an engaging, thought-provoking evening filled with innovative ideas, expert insights, and actionable strategies for boosting local food systems.

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF EARLY BIRD PRICING

Secure your spot now and be part of this exciting conversation about Hawai‘i’s agricultural future. Whether you’re a local food advocate, policymaker, farmer, or just passionate about supporting Hawai‘i-grown products, this event is for you!

SPECIAL PRICING

With support from Ulupono Initiative, a limited number of specially priced tickets are available to agriculture and food industry professionals. First come, first served. Email [email protected] to receive promo code.

$95 EARLY BIRD TICKETS | $120 GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS

All tickets include a two-hour grazing event featuring locally sourced ingredients prepared by Hawaiʻi’s favorite chefs and drinks from a selection of beer and wine.

Please advise us of any special dietary requirements when completing the ticket purchase form or contact us at [email protected]. We'll do our best to accommodate.

Doors open 5:30 p.m. | Program begins 6:00 p.m.

Parking with validation at Prince Waikiki: $5 self-parking. $10 valet.

ABOUT EAT THINK DRINK (ETD)

Good things happen when we come together to EAT THINK DRINK! We learn, share, and gain inspiration from thoughtful conversations that happen over the dining table. The quarterly series was developed by the Hawaiʻi Agricultural Foundation in response to the need to provide better information to the community on important food issues. It aims to build and engage a larger network of younger generation consumers and create new opportunities to learn about the food we eat and the people who grow it.

The goal is to find and develop areas of common ground – such as increasing awareness and support for local farmers and developing better infrastructure and consumer demand for value-added products – to empower Hawaiʻi’s next generation of community and industry leaders. View recordings of past EAT THINK DRINK presentations, here.

EAT THINK DRINK is presented by Central Pacific Bank with support from Alexander & Baldwin, Bayer, Hawaii Longline Association, Kamehameha Schools, Lendlease, Prince Waikiki, State of Hawai‘i, Ulupono Initiative, United Airlines, United Fishing Agency Ltd., and Y. Hata & Co.

Host or Publisher Hawaii Agricultural Foundation