Hukilau Lanai’s Twice Baked Soufflé made with Kunana Dairy goat cheese and Kaua’i Fresh Farms broccoli. Daniel Lane photo
Tasting Kauai is a big fan of the Hukilau Lanai. The food is delicious, and that’s the first requirement that needs to be satisfied. And by going on that criteria alone, you won’t be disappointed. Combine the food with lush landscaping, ocean views and open air dining, and you’ve got one enchanted evening.
We appreciate that owners Ron and Krissi Miller strive for sustainable business practices, and use local products whenever they can. I know this because they have an interactive online menu designed by Real Time Farms. Just hover over an ingredient, and you can see which farm it came from. Plus, I used to work at an organic farm, and I met Ron at the back door every Wednesday with a box full of just harvested produce.
Mai Tai with Koloa Rum. Daniel Lane photo
The Koloa Rum Company is another favorite of ours. Not only does it taste good (we drink the dark rum on the rocks) but the rum is made here on Kauai, using sugar from cane that was grown on Kauai. Usually, rum is made with molasses but Koloa Rum Company’s arsenal, small-batch rum has garnered many awards since it’s inception in 2009.
Thanks to a partnership between the Hukilau Lanai and the Koloa Rum Company, we have a civilized way to celebrate Black Tot Day. This exclusive dinner is on July 31, and it’s you’re only chance to taste these dishes. Here’s a peek at the menu that was created especially for this event.
First Course
T.L.C Daiquiri. Fresh squeezed Tahitian lime juice, Koloa White Rum and a powdered coconut rim. Served up, and chilled to perfection.
Pineapple Tomato Gazpacho with White Rum Pineapple Sorbet.
Second Course
Kauai Shrimp Smoked with Rum-soaked Wood and Corn Flan with Koloa Spice Rum. Kailani Farms Arugula, and Koloa Dark Rum vinaigrette.
White wine paring
Third Course
Fresh Island Catch with local carrot, ginger and Koloa Spice Rum puree. Kaneshiro Farms pork tenderloin with Koloa White Rum and lemongrass demi-glace.
Red wine paring
Fourth Course
Dessert Trio
Spice: Rum cake, banana compote, and Hawaiian sea salt
White: Rum Raspberry Coconut Tiramisu
Dark: Rum and Chocolate Mousse Tartlet with Toasted Mac nuts
Cha Cha Chocolate with chipotle infused Koloa Dark Rum and a hint of chocolate.
Tuesday, July 31, at 6 p.m. The cost is $68 and includes tax and gratuity. Call Hukilau Lanai at 808-822-0600 to make prepaid reservations.
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