Koloa Hands-On Hawaiian Cooking Class

This hands-on cooking class showcases the historical and cultural significance of 4 much-loved dishes enjoyed by Hawaii's locals. You get hands-on training from a professional, local chef.
Guests learn to cut fresh fish for poke, make perfect rice, and balance flavors for four local sauces.

We discuss the important differences between local dishes and Hawaiian dishes.

Meeting Point

Koloa Road

Koloa Rd, Koloa, HI, USA

The Cooking Kauai Kitchen is located in Lawai, about ten minutes from Poipu. Once registered, the exact location and instructions are provided.

What to expect:

Koloa Road

This hands-on class showcases the historical and cultural significance of 4 much-loved dishes found at our local, mom-and-pop stores.
Corner Store Menu
- Kauai Style Musubi (Vegetarian Option)
- Somen Salad (Pescatarian/Vegetarian)
- Ahi Poke Bowls (Pescatarian)
- Mochi (Vegetarian)

Age Requirement: 10 years or older (Youth ages 10-17 must be accompanied by a registered adult)

All the needed ingredients, recipes, and tools will be prepared so we may dive in for a few hours of culinary joy, learning, and tasting. At the end of class, guests will enjoy an authentic Kauai meal made with their own hands and new friends. In true local style, no one will leave hungry!

Our 1/3 acre homestead is located on Kauai's sunny South Shore, just ten minutes from Koloa and Poipu. The tropical property is surrounded by lychee, avocado, orange, citrus, and banana trees.

We want our guests to depart with new friends, a further understanding of Hawaii's cultures, and the confidence to make the same dishes at home.

Sample Menu

STARTER
Kauai Musubi

MAIN
Somen Salad

MAIN
Traditional Ahi Poke

MAIN
Modern Spicy Mayo Poke

DESSERT
Butter Mochi