2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 30, 2026
War Memorial Complex in Wailuku
Tickets are $40 ~ Sold in advance.
** $5 AgFest admission ticket is required for entrance into Maui AgFest.
Are your tastebuds ready? 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.
2026 Grand Taste Chefs
ʻĀina
Jennifer Langley, executive chef, Balai Pata
Alvin Savella, executive chef, Coco Deck
Gevin Utrillo, chef, Japengo at Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa
Kai
Allan Alquisalas, chef de cuisine, Andaz Maui at Wailea
Matt Dela Cruz, chef, Kō Restauant at Fairmont Kea Lani
Damian Rubio, executive chef, Merriman’s Kapalua
Vegetarian
Mitch Atwell, executive chef, Mala Ocean Tavern
Zach Laidlaw, executive chef, Hua Momona Farms
Ryan Luckey, executive chef, Kamehameha Golf Course
Dessert
Marc McDowell, executive chef, SixtyTwo MarcKet
Colleen Murphy, pastry chef, Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort
Jonathan Pasion, executive sous chef, Fairmont Kea Lani
2026 marks the 17th celebration of AgFest, acknowledging the essential role that agriculture plays in Maui’s economy, environment and lifestyle. In addition to Grand Taste, 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 needed!
Volunteers are needed to help share Maui’s vibrant agricultural scene with the public.
Plan to come early to plan your tastings from chef stations featuring tastings around one local ingredient.
Tickets will be available online and a limited quantity will be available at the event. We recommend arriving at Grand Taste by 3 p.m. 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.
Mahalo Gold Sponsors
Mahalo Silver Sponsors
Mahalo Bronze Sponsors
Mahalo Friends of Agriculture
Come early to plan your tastings from chef stations featuring tastings around one local ingredient.
Tickets will be available online and a limited quantity will be available at the event. We recommend arriving at Grand Taste by 3 p.m. 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.
