Grand Taste returns Sat., May 31, 2025
Maui’s best chefs know that nothing tastes better than locally grown produce, island-raised meat and fresh-caught seafood. In this year’s Grand Taste, sponsored by ʻUlupono Initiative, Maui chefs will choose one of these ingredients to highlight in the competition to see who can create the best main dish.
A Big Mahalo to our 2024 Chefs!!!
Matt Dela Cruz, Humble Market Kitchin
Ryan Luckey, Leilani’s on the Beach
Damian Rubio, Merriman’s Kapalua
Jonathan Pasion, The Fairmont Kea Lani Maui
Brian Etheredge, Tails Up Maui!
Joey Macadangdang, Balai Pata
Scotty Roberts, Makawao Public House
Chance Savell, Kaʻana Kitchen, Andaz Maui
Nolan Gonzales, Tiffany’s Bar & Grill
Henry Tariga, Seascape Ma’alae’a, Maui Ocean Center
This year marks the 16th celebration of AgFest, acknowledging the essential role that agriculture plays in Maui’s economy, environment and lifestyle. In addition to Grand Taste and Grand Desserts, signature events include the Maui Legacy Farmers Pancake Breakfast, Maui 4-H Livestock Show & Auction, Keiki Zone, Grown on Maui Farmers’ Market and Ag Education. Tickets are available online or at the door (cash only): $5 for adults; free for 18 & under. Parking is free.
AgFest is hosted by MCFB and Maui 4-H Livestock Association in partnership with the County of Maui, Maui County Council and the Office of Economic Development.
Volunteers are needed to help share Maui’s vibrant agricultural scene with the public. Anyone interested can email education [at] mauicountyfarmbureau.org.
For a final schedule of events and to purchase tickets for Grand Taste, Grand Desserts & Maui Legacy Farmers Pancake Breakfast, visit MauiAgFest.org.
Mahalo Gold Sponsors
Mahalo Silver Sponsors
Time: 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Date: Saturday, June 1, 2024
Tickets available online:
$30 until 10 p.m. May 28;
$40 online after May 28, and will be available on-site.
***A $5 admission ticket is required to attend Maui AgFest & 4H Livestock Fair. Tickets can be purchased beforehand or at the event (cash only). You will need to PRINT your tickets or show ticket on a mobile device at the event.***
Admissions $5 for Adults18 and under FREE
Plan to come early to plan your tastings from 12 chef stations featuring tastings around one local ingredient.
Tickets $30 if purchased online by 10 p.m. May 28 or $40 from May 28, and will be available at the event. We recommend arriving at Grand Taste by 3 pm in order to enjoy all of the offerings. Dishes are subject to change based on product availability. Limited gluten-free and vegan dishes.
Out of all the talented chefs, which one will earn the Grand Taste judges’ nod for “Best Protein,” “Best Vegetarian” and “Best Overall”? And the bigger question is, which one will capture the coveted Tylun Pang “Fan Favorite” award? That honor—created last year as a legacy of beloved late Maui Chef Tylun Pang—is decided by the public, with ticket holders trying all 11 dishes and casting a vote for their favorite.
Grand Taste will be held from 2 to 4:30 p.m.
Save room for dessert! Grand Desserts! features local ingredients.
Grand Desserts will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. Tickets are available online $25 in advance, or $30 day of.
The chefs for Grand Desserts! 2024 are as follows:
Toby Matsubara, Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa
Terry Manegdeg, Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort
Henry Tariga, Seasscape Maʻalaeʻa at Maui Ocean Center
Riko Bartolome, private chef
***A $5 admission ticket is required to attend Maui AgFest & 4H Livestock Fair. Tickets can be purchased beforehand or at the event (cash only). You will need to PRINT your tickets or show ticket on a mobile device at the event.***
This year marks the 14th celebration of AgFest, celebrating the essential role that agriculture plays in Maui’s economy, environment and lifestyle. In addition to Grand Taste and Grand Desserts, signature events include the Maui Legacy Farmers Pancake Breakfast, Maui 4-H Livestock Show & Auction, Keiki Zone, Grown on Maui Farmers’ Market and Ag Education. Tickets are available online or at the door: $5 for adults; free for 18 & under. Parking is free.
AgFest is hosted by MCFB and Maui 4-H Livestock Association in partnership with the County of Maui, Maui County Council and the Office of Economic Development, along with a strong show of support from Gold sponsors Ulupono Initiative (Grand Taste), Pukalani Superette (4-H Livestock), Bayer (Grown on Maui Farmers Market), Maui Hotel & Lodging Association (Maui Legacy Farmers Pancake Breakfast), and Pacific Media Group (Entertainment). MCFB also gives a big mahalo to Silver sponsors Hawthorne/Ness and Mahi Pono; and Bronze sponsors Hawaiian Electric and VIP Grocery.
Volunteers are needed to help share Maui’s vibrant agricultural scene with the public. Anyone interested can email education [at] mauicountyfarmbureau.org.
