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Kaena Winery Tasting Dinner at Mala - Lahaina Food & Wine Festival
An intimate Kaena Winery tasting dinner at Māla as part of Lahaina Food & Wine Festival. Enjoy guided wine pairings and a chef-crafted menu designed for one unforgettable evening.
Join us at Mala Ocean Tavern for an intimate, seated tasting dinner celebrating Kaena Wines presented as part of the Lahaina Food & Wine Festival. This multi-course, prix fixe experience highlights Kaena’s Grenache-forward portfolio, paired course-by-course with a custom menu from Executive Chef Mitch, blending refined technique with vibrant island influences. Expect guided pairings, stories behind the wines, and a special night designed for savoring.
Tasting Menu + Wine Pairings
Amuse
Crispy Kauaʻi Prawn
Black Lime | Avocado
Paired with Kaena Winery Hapa Blanc 2021
I
Hokkaido Scallop Crudo
Mango Gelée | Espelette | Huamomona Farms Marigold & Watercress | Citrus Vinaigrette
Paired with Kaena Winery Grenache Rosé 2024
II
Ricotta & Parmesan Agnolotti
Braised Beef Short Rib | Blistered Tomato | Garlic Herb Mac Nut Crumble
Paired with Kaena Winery Grenache Tierra Alta 2022
III
Wagyu NY Strip au Poivre
Fingerling Potato Purée | Pink Peppercorn Cream
Paired with Kaena Winery Hapa Red Blend 2019
IV
Sticky Toffee Cake
Rum Ice Cream | Brûléed Apple Banana | Dark Rum Caramel
Menu is subject to slight changes based on seasonality and product availability.
About Kaena Wines
Kaena Wines is rooted in island influence and a deep respect for craft, with a story shaped by generations of care, patience, and hospitality. Throughout the evening, you’ll hear more about the winery’s philosophy and what inspires each bottle.
Reservations
This is a limited-seating experience. Reserve your table now and join us for one of the Lahaina Food & Wine Festival’s most intimate dinners of the week.