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James "Kimo" Rosen is a retired professional photographer
and amongst other things lived in a tent outdoors for 7 years.
Rosen currently resides on the tropical island of Kaua'i
with his best friend and spiritual adviser Ivanka-Obama Da Dog!
The 30th Annual Taste of Hawaii~~Cancelled Until June 2, 2019~~ ;-(
This blog was planned before I knew of the cancellation, please enjoy the photos as something to look forward to next year, and God bless the Rotarian's for doing all they do for our community!
Blog # #1995-Kimo's world #242
Breaking News, Taste Cancelled!
and amongst other things lived in a tent outdoors for 7 years.
Rosen currently resides on the tropical island of Kaua'i
with his best friend and spiritual adviser Ivanka-Obama Da Dog!
The 30th Annual Taste of Hawaii~~Cancelled Until June 2, 2019~~ ;-(
This blog was planned before I knew of the cancellation, please enjoy the photos as something to look forward to next year, and God bless the Rotarian's for doing all they do for our community!
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| There's a good chance you'll see your favorite politicians at the Taste! Election years are my favorite times to visit the Taste! That's Kauai Mayor, Bernard Carvalho Jr. currently running for Lt. Governor. I am guessing he'll be at the 30th Taste? ;-) |
Breaking News, Taste Cancelled!
The 30th Annual Taste of Hawaii
Taste of Hawai'i-2018
Update! Taste has benn cancelled! ;-(
I am sad to say after going to the Taste website they decided because of devastation with the record rainfall and flooding on parts Kaua’i and Oahu, and the volcanic eruption of Kilauea on Hawai’i Island, near Hilo. Many of the participants of Taste have been assisting with the relief efforts and do not feel that they can participate in the event this year.hese unforeseen circumstances find us making the difficult decision to postpone Taste of Hawai’i until next year on Sunday, June 2nd, 2019. At that time, we will not only celebrate 30 years of Taste of Hawai’i, we will also celebrate the resilience of our people and these islands!
The on-line auction will proceed as planned. Watch for the details in the newspaper and on our website http://www.tasteofhawaii.com/
Funds raised from the on-line auction will go towards the relief effort on Kauai.
An email will be sent to everyone who has purchased a ticket to this years’ Taste of Hawaii explaining the refund process and options
Mahalo for your support and understanding.
Josie Cortez
President
Rotary Club of Kapaa
God bless the Rotary club for doing all they do for our community! Mahalo Rotary Club of Kapa'a!
Where: Smith’s Tropical Paradise
https://www.smithskauai.com/
This year is an election year and election years are always
my favorite at the Taste. If your a political junkie like
myself you will most likely see
many candidates at the Taste. In years past
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| Mayor Carvalho and Kauai councilman Derek Kawakami boogying at a past Taste. Maybe you'll get a chance to see them at this years Taste! |
I have seen the politicians for Mayor, County council, Senate and
even Governor at the Taste.
Purchase Tickets now! http://www.tasteofhawaii.com/
Each picture is worth a thousand words!
The 'Taste of Hawai'i' is Kaua'i's signature event-
always happening the first Sunday in June
at Smith's Tropical Paradise in Wailua,
on Kauai island.
This year it will be Sunday June 3, 2018
Many visitors plan their vacations around this event.
Locals count the days until the next years 'Taste' because of its popularity.
I do not believe there is a better event that happens anywhere, anytime ever in the state of Hawai'i. If you have never been to the 'Taste of Hawai'i' mark your calendars for the 30th annual 'Taste of Hawai'i'.
Bon Appétit Broke Da mout and Wap da jaw!
James "Kimo" Rosen
Publisher/ Blogger-n-chief,dakinetalk blog
This blog was planned before I knew of the cancellation, please enjoy the photos as something to look forward to next year, and God bless the Rotarian's for doing all they do for our community!
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| The Bistro in Kilauea on Kauai's North shore featured Blackened ono fish with spicy mayo and sweet soy served on a bed of Nori seaweed. This dish in my opinion was the best in show. You can see a close up below! |
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| Grill master Jared Diaz and his brother Art of Recessions Original Santa Maria style BBQ. Grilling and featuring for the Taste, "Tri-Tip, Chili Fresh Salsa and French bread. Kauai's signature event and ultimate Sunday brunch-- never disappoints! |
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| Blackened ono fish with spicy mayo and sweet soy served on abed of nori seaweed served by the Bistro Restaurant in Kilauea. This was exceptional!!! | . |
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| Chef Ken Morikawa of Plantation Gardens created an alternative dish of Blue crab ravioli after running out of their featured dish of Crab rangoon with spicy djon sauce. I must say, glad I came late, Yowzers! |
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| The Seaside Restaurant from Hilo featured Chef Colin Nakagawa's creation; Grilled Shrimp with umi wasabi aioli and wasabi served on mesclun greens. This dish had long lines, I think that means it was GREAT! |
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| Chef Lucas Sautter of the Kauai Marriott Courtyard has my personal reward for creative genius with is Lobster ceviche in a miniature sized ice cream cone! Bon Appétit! |
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| Lobster ceviche in a miniature sized ice cream cone! |
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| KCC Jazz Band is a must see if you ever have the chance. They have performances periodically throughout the year at the Kaua'i community college and are always free. One of the best kept secrets on the Garden Isle! |
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| Chef Timmy of the Green Pig prepares Braised pork belly. You've never had anything like this! Onolicious! |
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| Jordan Weaver and Beau Hannafious of Rainbeau Jo's make a Kale salad that even people who don't like Kale will enjoy and shout, 'Broke Da Mout!" |
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| KCC Jazz band at The 28th annual Taste of Hawaii at Smiths Tropical Paradise. The singer is Michael Kobayashi! He was very reminiscent of the late great Jimmy Borges. Gave me chicken skin |
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| Hanging loose at The Taste is Grill master Jared Diaz of Recessions Original Santa Maria style BBQ. Grilling and featuring; "Tri-Tip, Chili Fresh Salsa and French bread. "Wop Da Jaw, Brah! |
http://www.tasteofhawaii.com/
Or if your on Kaua'i you can still purchase tickets at the following locations;
Hanalei surf company
Magi Dragon (Princeville shopping center)
North Shore Pharmacy
Jim Saylor Jewelers
Vicki Fabrics
Deli & Bread Connnections
Inkspot Quality Printing Corp.
Poipu Surf (Kukuiula shopping center)
The brunch which features over 40 chefs strutting their signature dishes, 10 plus beer, wine and soft drink beverage vendors allows you to eat and drink to your hearts content. The 10 plus musical bands from Rock' roll to Big band allow you to burn off a few calories and make room for even more delicious ono grinds--then take a breather over at the silent auction to make room for the dessert and coffee stations. Remember to wear loose fitting clothing to get in as much as possible.
Rumor has it for this special day that the food and drink have zero calories, so just pretend your in heaven and eat to your hearts content.
Purchase Tickets now!
http://www.tasteofhawaii.com/
Seriously,"Taste" is not only a taste of food but a taste of community, a taste of charity and a taste of fellowship."Taste" is a community event sponsored by the Kapa'a Rotarian's. All profits go towards scholarships for our local youth and fund international projects such as providing safe drinking water and sanitation in schools for people in poverty stricken areas around the world.
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| Many tourists plan their vacations to coincide with the Taste! |
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| There's an Hawaiian pidgin expression that you will be saying all day if you attend the Taste " Broke Da Mout" and "Wop Da Jaw" Both translates to Onolicious! |
Check out the photo album of the 29th Taste of Hawai'i!
Chef Christopher Kim of the St Regis in Princeville along with his Sou chef prepares one of their signature dishes of Korean Braised beef cheeks-Crispy rice, Kimchi slaw with a pineapple glaze. The chef told me the beef cheeks are from Japanese cattle and are marinated and slow cooked for 13 hours. This was definitely a favorite for many at the annual event including me!
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| Dancing, eating, drinking, perfect weather, great fellowship and Aloha, not only the ultimate Sunday brunch, the ultimate best day all year in the state of Hawai'i! ;-) |
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| All ages love da Taste! |
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| Executive chef Sean Small created his famous dish of Pork adobo with cure egg yoke and edible flowers |
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| TheVoyager Lanai at the Marriot courtyard created another crowd pleaser by head chef Lucas Sautter with the secret recipe for Red Thai Coconut Curry Prawns. |
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| The Lanai restaurant presents their gourmet version of Loco Moco(Braised wagyu short rib, truffled risotto, with a mini fried egg) Comfort food heaven! ;-) |
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| Palate wine bar makes homemade sausage with mustard along with pickled carrots |
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| All you can eat and drink! Is everyone happy? |
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| Jamba juice anyone? |
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| Steve Dubey of Rumba De Fuego had the people at the 29th annual Taste of Hawai'i at Smiths Tropical Paradise on their feet working of all those calories |
http://khon2.com/2014/06/03/kauai-man-sets-champagne-saber-record/
Read dakinetalk blogs about past Taste's of Hawai'i;
Taste of Hawai'i-2016, Each picture is worth a thousand words
http://dakinetalk.blogspot.com/2016/06/taste-of-hawaii-2016-each-picture-is.html
For the complete photo gallery of the Taste of Hawai'i 2015 click on the link below;
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10207186791132382.1073741846.1361088023&type=1&l=1db1d553ce
http://dakinetalk.blogspot.com/2014/05/a-taste-of-google-james-kimo-rosen.html
2013- "Eat Drink And Be Merry-All For Charity;
http://dakinetalk.blogspot.com/2013/06/eat-drink-and-be-merry-all-for-charity.html
2012-A Taste of dakine;
http://dakinetalk.blogspot.com/2012/06/taste-of-dakine-james-kimo-rosen.html
Purchase Tickets now!
http://www.tasteofhawaii.com/
https://www.smithskauai.com/
Purchase your tickets online;
http://www.tasteofhawaii.com/shop/tickets/taste-hawaii-admission-ticket/
Purchase Tickets now!
http://www.tasteofhawaii.com/
When: Sunday June 3th, 2018, 11:30am – 3:30pm
Where: Smith’s Tropical Paradise
https://www.smithskauai.com/
Price: $100 online or $125 at the door
I always look at the event as being free since all proceeds are donated to charity, not only that you can write off a portion of your ticket on next years tax returns! Wow!
Tickets: buy your tickets online here, or call 808-346-7095 Tell them you saw Kimo's world blog!
http://www.tasteofhawaii.com/shop/tickets/taste-hawaii-admission-ticket/
Or if your on Kaua'i you can still purchase tickets at the following locations;
Hanalei surf company
Magi Dragon (Princeville shopping center)
North Shore Pharmacy
Jim Saylor Jewelers
Vicki Fabrics
Deli & Bread Connnections
Inkspot Quality Printing Corp.
Poipu Surf (Kukuiula shopping center)
Westside Pharmacy
BUY TICKETS Now!
http://www.tasteofhawaii.com/shop/tickets/taste-hawaii-admission-ticket/
http://www.tasteofhawaii.com/
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| Be on the lookout for Mayoral candidate Mel Rapozo and wife Patsy at this years Taste, rumor is they will be there? |
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| James "Kimo" Rosen with Monica and Councilman Derek Kawakami. at the 2015 Taste of Hawaii. Derek is also running for Mayor and there's a great chance you'll see him at this years Taste also! |
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| The smartest couple I ever met at the Taste of Hawaii was back in 2015 at the 27th annual Taste. They decided to get married at the Taste! They brought to preacher and 4 close friends and 100 bucks a pop and had all they could eat and drinlk along with 6 musical bands from jazz to big band , rock and roll. These folks got married in style on a limited bufget and they will always remain in my memory as the coolest couple. If I ever get married, not a bad idea! Above photo back at 2015 Taste of Hawaii, Garden photographer extraordinaire Dennis Fujimoto interviews for his cover story newly married couple Mr. and Mrs. Turner
When: Sunday June 3th, 2018, 11:30am – 3:30pm
Where: Smith’s Tropical Paradise
BUY TICKETS Now!
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