Farm-to-table dining is a natural extension of Hawai ' i ’ s rich agricultural past ( and present ) and locals ’ deep respect for their land and waters . For a true taste of Hawai ’ i , look out for ingredients and dishes that celebrate the bounty of the islands , including the craft cocktails !
Island dining at The Plantation House
No matter what activities you ’ re into , make time to dine at The Plantation House by Gaylords within the historic Kilohana Plantation — we loved lunch in the beautiful open-air courtyard . With fresh , seasonal ingredients and island-inspired dishes , everything comes from the local land . Taste the difference in the organic Local Field Green Salad , Ahi Poke Stack , and ' fresh catch ' Fish Tacos . Delish .
Get a taste at Timbers
See the oceanfront Hualani ’ s Restaurant at Timbers Kaua ’ i ' s Ocean Club and Residences for a farm-to-table experience that isn ’ t just talking the talk . It walks it with freshly harvested ingredients from the on-site farm and dishes that draw on traditional Hawaiian favourites such as taro and turmeric — you ’ ll even find these elements infused in the cocktails ! The menu has something for everyone ( including top-shelf wagyu ), but seafood takes a standout role with Lobster Tempura , Hawaiian Style Ahi Poke Bowl , and Whole Fried Local Hawaiian Fish to name a few . Book Tuesday dinner for the superb Farm-to-Table Tasting Menu .
The Farm at Hokuala
If you ’ re dining at Haulani ’ s , try and book a farm tour before dinner . The Farm at Hokuala is a 17-acre organic garden rejuvenated from an overgrown golf course . Former chef Cody Lee Meyer has led an agricultural revival by growing experimental crops like kale , tatsoi , mizuna and various spices and roots such as ginger and turmeric using the ‘ ohana planting ’ method .
[ Above ] A once-overgrown golf course has been artfully molded into a beautiful fruit orchard and organic vegetable garden at The Farm at Hōkūala . [ Opposite ] Romantic beachside dining at Hualani ’ s at Timbers Kaui ’ a Ocean Club and Residences .
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