In addition to preparing the evening’s meals together, the celebrity chefs and the Maui Culinary Academy students they mentor spend several days together beforehand in an intimate learning exchange, providing invaluable hands-on experience for the students.
At the invite-only VIP Reception at 5pm, we have:

Greg Gaspar, Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa
The General Reception, beginning at 6pm, takes you on a global culinary adventure with:
Chef Brent Martin, Andaz Maui at Wailea Chef Brian Etheredge, Capische? Chef Chris Kulis, Capische? Chef Bryan Beneke, Four Seasons Maui Resort Chef Brett Pafford, Gannon's Chef Lyndon Honda, Laulima Catering and Events Chef Anton Haines, Pacific‘O Chef Wesley Holder, Puleu an Italian Grill Chef Marc McDowell, Makena Resort Maui
Followed by a world class gourmet French dinner and dessert featuring Maui Culinary Academy Faculty Chefs:
Jake Belmonte
Tom Lelli
Craig Omori
Jeff Scheer
Theresa Shurilla
Christina Pafford