Culinary

Crafted with pomegranates grown right here at the Farm at Hōkūala, this cocktail celebrates the vibrant flavors of the season. From September through December, the jewel-toned fruits are harvested at peak ripeness, adding a burst of freshness and color to every glass. Paired with the delicate sweetness of lychee and the clean finish of Meili vodka, the result is a bright, refreshing cocktail that’s as much a taste of the island as it is a toast to the harvest.

On the evening of August 13, Hualani’s Restaurant was honored to host a very special wine dinner featuring AXR Napa Valley. The evening brought together innovative cuisine from Executive Chef Alex Amorin and exceptional wine selection, and the spirit of community that makes Timbers Kaua‘i so unique.

Sweet, tangy, and with just the right amount of warmth, this fresh mango chutney is a celebration of seasonal ingredients and balanced flavors fresh from The Farm at Hōkūala. Now, you can recreate this beloved recipe and bring a taste of Kaua‘i home.

On the evening of October 2, guests gathered for Ha‘aheo O Kaua‘i (The Pride of Kaua‘i), an expert wine dinner featuring innovative cuisine from Executive Chef Alex Amorin, wine selection from Master Sommelier Chris Ramelb, and Jackson Family wines.

It’s no wonder that Hualani’s has been honored as a 2024 OpenTable Diners' Choice winner, a testament to its commitment to excellence and the satisfaction of its guests. Among the many culinary treasures on the menu, four dishes stand out as perennial guest favorites.

By continually diversifying their crops and integrating native plants, The Farm at Hōkūala not only supports the local ecosystem but also provides an ever-evolving array of fresh, delicious produce.

As the summer trade winds roll in, so do the tantalizing flavors of freshly crafted farm-to-bar cocktails at Hualani’s.

A symbol of love and beauty in Hawai‘i, the roselle plant of the hibiscus family is grown right here at The Farm at Hōkūala and lends a beautifully romantic hue to a variety of festive drinks.

Chili pepper water is a treasure of Hawaiian cuisine, alongside the delectable spam musubi, poke, and shave ice. This spicy condiment is the local answer to hot sauce and variations of chili pepper water are homemade in kitchens across the islands.

Timbers Kaua‘i's Food and Beverage Manager, Cory Dotario, is proud to present Nagao or Never – a signature Bourbon created especially for Hualani's, our award-winning restaurant.

Who better to ask where the ono grinds are than our local staff? From farm-to-table to casual dining, our concierge has fantastic options for you to taste the flavors of Kauaʻi.

Following his tenure as Chef de Cuisine, Chef Alex’s promotion to the role of Executive Chef promises to further enhance Hualani’s reputation for delivering innovative, farm-to-table dining. Marked by a vision for celebrating local flavors, global influences, and the joy of shared dining experiences, Timbers Kaua‘i at Hōkūala anticipates an exciting new chapter for Hualani’s restaurant.

The key to any summer salad is fresh ingredients. In this tropical twist on a classic Italian Caprese salad, Chef Alex utilized seasonal offerings to create a refreshing take on a summer salad.

Every Spring, our Timbers Kauaʻi ʻOhana ask when the Poisson Cru will be back on the menu at Hualani’s. Wild Pacific Skipjack tuna is tossed with Hawaiian sea salt, the juice of Tahitian limes from the Farm at Hōkūala, coarsely chopped local vegetables, and freshly squeezed coconut cream

Mandarins are some of the sweetest fruits of the orange family and they are thriving in the sunshine in the organic fruit orchard at The Farm at Hōkūala. These easy to peel, almost seedless and ultra-juicy citrus fruits are the inspiration behind Hualani’s latest freshly squeezed cocktail creation… the Mandarin Gin Fizz!

Recently Chef Alex’s Farm to Table menu at Hualani’s featured savory dishes from Culinary Supervisor Rey Peralta with an amazing dessert from our busser, Jessica Galzote.

The Farm at Hōkūala features a stunning medley of organic greens, vegetables, tropical fruits and edible flowers, and provides Hualani’s with an abundance of fresh ingredients. Among the most cocktail-friendly of The Farm’s latest harvest is liliko‘i, otherwise known as passion fruit.

Recently Chef Alex’s Farm to Table menu at Hualani’s featured a sweet combination, the Hōkūala Honeycomb and Kaua`i Kunana Dairy goat cheese salad.