The Heat Is On! Cheer On Our Localicious® Recipe Contest Finalists
We’re fired up to announce the finalists of the Hawai‘i Gas presents 2025 Localicious® Recipe Contest! These talented student chefs will go head-to-head in a sizzling live cook-off at the Hawai‘i State Farm Fair on Sunday, July 13 at 11 a.m. on the main stage.
Each finalist will prepare their original school lunch recipe—using fresh, locally sourced ingredients—live on the main stage! Come cheer them on and help us celebrate Hawai‘i’s future culinary stars.
Bring the whole family! The Hawai‘i State Farm Fair is packed with fun: keiki activities, local produce and plants, delicious food, ag exhibits, animals, and more.
EAT THINK DRINK: A Night of Insight, Flavor & Connection
Mahalo to everyone who joined us for EAT THINK DRINK: Food Safety Unwrapped – Know What’s On Your Plate! It was an unforgettable evening filled with thought-provoking conversation, meaningful connections, and dishes that showcased the best of Hawai‘i’s locally grown ingredients.
Guests heard from keynote speaker Robin Forgey of Costco Wholesale, who offered a rare look into how one of the world’s largest food retailers manages safety and sustainability across a global supply chain. A panel of local leaders —representing growers to distributors — shared how food safety is being strengthened right here in Hawai‘i.
Following the program, guests enjoyed flavorful bites from four incredible chefs who each prepared dishes using fresh, locally sourced ingredients sold at Hawai‘i Costco stores — like tomatoes from Kawamata Farms and greens from Waipoli Greens.
Many thanks to all who came for the conversation, the cuisine, and community — you helped make it a night to remember.
If you missed it (or want to revisit your favorite moments), a recording of the program will be available in the coming weeks.
Celebrating a Year of Growth — Thanks to Our Teachers!
As the school year wraps up, we want to send a heartfelt mahalo to all the amazing educators and mentors who helped make HAF’s K-12 ag education programs a success!
Together, we reached more than 8,100 students across 91 schools statewide — sparking curiosity, promoting sustainability, and inspiring young minds to explore careers in agriculture and ag tech.
From planting seeds to exploring ag innovation, your commitment to Hawai‘i’s future is helping grow the next generation of local food and sustainability leaders.
Meet our Localicious Heroes
The Hawai‘i Agricultural Foundation has partnered up with Searider Productions at Wai‘anae High School—a collective of teachers, students and programs dedicated to helping the students of the Wai‘anae complex succeed in all their endeavors—to film and profile O‘ahu farmers and value-added producers to highlight the amazing work happening in Hawai‘i’s agricultural industry.
Empowering Future Ag Leaders
Shop Our Mika the Sous Chef Collection
Make mealtime more meaningful with our limited-edition Mika the Sous Chef Collection! Perfect for keiki and families, easy-to-follow recipes from Hawai‘i’s top chefs will inspire healthy eating and a love for local ingredients.
Shop today and combine cooking enjoyment with community impact! Every purchase supports our educational programs for schools statewide. Limited supply – don’t wait!