Something new is brewing at Sheraton Princess Kaiulani. In partnership with Kona Brewing Company, the hotel debuts “Hops & Pops,” a beer pairing dinner at Pikake Terrace Restaurant on Friday, June 14.
Hosted by Chef Blake Kajiwara, Mixologist Jesse Suderman and Kona Brewing’s Alex Trolson and Jake Carter, the event is the first of quarterly culinary events at the hotel; it is also in part a celebration of Kona Brewing’s 25th anniversary of business in the islands. The event begins at 6 p.m. in the Kapuni Room located on the 11th floor of the Princess Wing. There, a preview of some of the evening’s nine beers will be held, as well as tray passed hors d’oeuvres: Panko Poke Won Ton (paired with Kanaha Blonde Ale) and Kim Chee Kalua Pig Cabbage Croquet (paired with Hibiscus Brut IPA). At 7 p.m., the party moves to the Pikake Terrace where guests will be served family style, complemented by Kaimana Band Duo’s live performance at the poolside stage.
The remaining “Hops & Pops” menu include the following:
APPETIZERS
Short Rib Pipikaula with Chili Pepper Water, Alae Salt and Maui Onions paired with Lavaman Red Ale Pulehu Kualoa Oysters with Daikon Shichimi Oroshi Sauce paired with Big Wave Golden Ale
ENTRÉE | FIRST SERVING
Green Curry Chicken paired with Lemongrass Luau Beer
Braised Chinese Pork Belly, Crisp Noodles paired with Fire Rock Pale Ale
ENTRÉE | SECOND SERVING
Pulehu Lamb Chops paired with Gold Cliff IPA
Paella with Chorizo Prawns paired with Castaway IPA
DESSERT
Molten Peanut Butter Chocolate Cake paired with Koko Brown Ale
The cost is $85 per person and $55 per child (plus tax and gratuity). Those who are underage may order from select soft drinks for no additional cost. Tickets can be easily purchased online at HonoluluBoxOffice.com.
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