Kai to 海 Tasting Menu

Kai (海) is a word that can translate to ocean in both Hawaiian and Japanese. The respective cultures are connected in numerous ways, including through the foods sourced from the ocean and the dishes made with them.

This menu highlights ocean foods sourced / produced in Hawaiʻi and incorporated into dishes with roots in Chef Brian's Japanese heritage

3-Course Prix Fixe menu courses noted below with a ^ (portions are larger than tasting menu portions)

Click on the dishes to read the stories behind them.

Sashimi Salad ^

Shrimp Gyoza

Local Fish ʻUlu Miso Yakimono

Local Fish Ceviche

Kanpachi Wing Tempura

Samoan Crab Chawanmushi

Bara Chirashi ^

Okashi ^

Note: To be updated as necessary. Menu subject to change without notice. Due to the pop-up nature of this event, we are unable to accommodate any dietary substitutions.

Tasting Menu Tickets

3-Course Prix Fixe Tickets

BYO Wine Pairings: Due to the pop-up nature of our event, beverages are not included. Should you wish to bring your own wines, pairing recommendations can be found below. Please note there will be a $10 per bottle fee for any alcohol (we will have glassware and offer to open and chill; wines are self-serve). Fees are payable the night of the event via cash (please bring exact change) or our Business Venmo @naauhilo. Under state law, consumption of alcoholic beverages at the event is prohibited for guests under the age of 21. You may find options at Kadota Liquor in Hilo.

Sparkling Wine: Gruet Brut, Mandois Brut Origine Champagne
Sauvignon Blanc: Honig Sauvignon Blanc Reserve, Domaine Pastou Sancerre Blanc
Albarino: Joyce Albarino (Monterey), Palacio de Fefinanes Albarino
Pinot Gris: Chehalem Pinot Gris (Oregon),
Chardonnay: Ramey Chardonnay Russian River Valley, Domaine Mia Mercury Blanc

Reds

Gamay: Domaine Chignard Fleurie
Pinot Noir: Crossbarn Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast

Directions: We suggest not plugging in the address into a map app, as you may get directed to private roads. Please follow these directions and click on the document link for more details. From Hawaii Belt Road, turn onto Sugar Mill Road, then turn left on Old Railroad Way (at the old Pepe`ekeo Sugar Co.). STAY on Old Railroad Way until almost the very end of the road (do not turn onto any other street). Whitehaven Farm is on the right. There will be an open gate to the entrance. The event space is on the lanai of the main building (it may get chilly, so bring a jacket or light sweater; please note, in case of very windy and rainy weather, the dinner may be moved indoors to a reception area). You may park in front of the main building, in the greenhouse, or in front of the greenhouse in the gravel area (reverse parking recommended if outside the greenhouse). Please refrain from parking on any grassy areas. Visit this document in Google drive for photos and a map.

Naʻau Hilo, LLC operates independently from Whitehaven Farm.

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