Starting August 12, Kauaʻi's Famed
Resort Community Presents a Week-Long Series of Exclusive Events
Including the Hoʻohuli Festival Featuring World-Class Food &
Beverage and Live Performances
KAUAʻI, Hawaiʻi,
July 9,
2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Kukuiʻula, Kauaʻi's
premier private luxury residential and resort community, is excited
to announce Calabash at Kukuiʻula, taking place from August 12-17, 2024. This exclusive week-long
event offers Kukuiʻula homeowners and guests of The Lodge at
Kukuiʻula a unique series of experiences celebrating the finest in
food, wine, spirits, wellness, and music through bespoke
programming. The week will culminate in a grand finale, the
Hoʻohuli Festival, featuring a global gastronomic experience with
food stations offering cuisine from Spain, Japan,
New Zealand, and more. Highlights
include Italian dishes by renowned Chef Giancarla Bodoni and a concert by award-winning
country songwriters, including five-time Grammy winner Liz Rose.
"We are thrilled to welcome world-renowned culinary experiences
and musicians to Kukuiʻula for our first-ever Calabash at Kukuiʻula
and the Hoʻohuli Festival," says Tiffany
Dusenberry, Director of Food and Beverage. "Our goal is
continually introducing transformative, ultra-luxury programming
that exceeds guest and member expectations. Partnering with Chef
Giancarla Bodoni and integrating
multi-sensory experiences through the arts is a true honor and
highlights our commitment to best-in-class excellence."
Calabash at Kukuiʻula intends to enrich the lives of homeowners
and travelers alike by taking them on a sensorial culinary,
wellness, and musical journey with education at the forefront. Each
hand-selected special guest will offer participants a wide array of
one-of-a-kind, curated experiences and attendees can enjoy
unlimited access to the facilities and resources available
throughout Kukuiʻula, taking advantage of its stunning setting.
EVENT SCHEDULE
Monday, Aug. 12
Ala Kine Tacos + El Tequileño Tequila hosted by Master Distiller Antonio
"Tony" Salles
Enjoy a spectacular evening poolside at the Ala Kine Taco Bar
featuring El Tequileño Tequila!
Antonio "Tony" Salles, a third-generation master distiller, will be
on the property to share his expertise and passion for tequila.
Guests can sample a variety of El Tequileño tequilas and cocktails
while savoring Kukuiʻula's Executive Chef Ben Takahashi's taco creations of the day. In
Fall 2024, Kukuiʻula will be introducing its own labeled El
Tequileño Tequila, and Tony will
extend an exclusive invitation to members and attendees for a trip
to Tequila, Mexico. Experience the
hospitality of the El Tequileño Hotel and partake in a private tour
and a day of distilling Kukuiʻula's private-label tequila.
Tuesday, Aug. 13
Bubbles of the World Master Class with Master Sommelier Chris
Ramelb
One of the four Master Sommeliers in Hawaiʻi, Chris Ramelb, will be leading the Bubbles of the
World Master Class. In this classroom-style event, participants
will explore the fascinating world of sparkling wines and
champagnes, learn about the intricate processes behind their
creation, and taste the differences alongside a true expert.
Mix with a Master Member Mixer
Following the Bubbles of the World Master Class, guests can
enjoy sips of sparkling wine and pūpū while mixing and mingling
with Master Sommelier, Chris Ramelb.
Kumu Hula Troy Lazaro and Hālau Ka Pā Hula O Hīnano will showcase
dance and mele (music) from around the Pacific Islands, including
Hawaiʻi, Samoa, Tahiti, and
Aotearoa. Additionally, award-winning country songwriters will be
in attendance for a special meet and greet.
Wednesday, Aug. 14
Root2Rise: Hatha Yoga with Amanda Engelhardt Fitness Instructor
at Kukuiʻula
Guests can begin the day with a grounding practice to set
intentions for their journey of taste and delight. This practice is
a full-body connection to the earth and the participant's inner
purpose for a journey within.
Mangiare e Bere! Cooking Demonstration and Lunch with Chef
Giancarla Bodoni
World-renowned Italian Chef Giancarla
Bodoni is hosting Mangiare e Bere! which translates to
"let's eat & drink." A pioneer of the organic slow-food
movement, Chef Bodoni will lead a captivating cooking demonstration
and lunch at Kukuiʻula's 10-acre organic farm. Chef is flying in
from Tuscany, where she serves as
the Executive Chef at Monteverdi, a luxury resort celebrated in
Forbes, Travel + Leisure, and Food & Wine. After her live
cooking demonstration, guests will enjoy a delectable lunch
prepared by Chef showcasing the freshest ingredients and her
exceptional culinary talent.
Thursday, Aug. 15
Reggaelates with Sienna Creasy Director of Wellness at
Kukuiʻula
Get transported to Jamaica
during this dynamic fitness class, created and trademarked by
Kukuiʻula's Director of Wellness, Sienna Creasy. In this
Reggaelates class - a fusion of Pilates and Yoga – participants
will activate their cores, work up a sweat, and get inspired by
reggae rhythms.
Haliʻimaile Distilling Company Dinner
This intimate dinner will feature a delectable four-course meal
crafted by Kukuiʻula's culinary team, perfectly paired with
handcrafted spirits from Maui's
Haliʻimaile Distilling Company. With space limited to just 24
participants, select guests will enjoy an evening of exceptional
cuisine and authentic Hawaiian-inspired drinks in a cozy
setting.
Friday, Aug. 16
Flow Around the World: Yoga with Amanda
Engelhardt
Join Amanda for this heart-opening practice that will connect
the body and soul to its deepest purpose. The heartbeat leads this
rhythmic practice of Vinyasa Yoga that will align the participant's
breath with the earth below.
Interactive Wine Seminar hosted by Willamette Valley Vineyards
Winemaker Terry Culton
As a distinguished winemaker, Terry will lead participants
through a delightful wine-tasting experience featuring an estate
pinot noir, whole cluster pinot noir, pinot gris, and Riesling from
Willamette Valley Vineyards in Oregon. Discover the nuances and craftsmanship
behind these exceptional wines in an engaging and educational
setting.
Saturday, Aug. 17
Latin Aqua Dance
Held in the Hiʻilani Spa Lap Pool, this invigorating aqua class
combines the lively rhythms of Latin dance music and refreshing
water exercises.
Hoʻohuli Festival (Grand Event):
Saddle up for the party of the summer at Kukuiʻula, where Grammy
award winning singer-songwriters will serenade members and guests
with top hits from the likes of Blake
Shelton, Lee Brice, Jewel,
and more. Artists will share the inspiration for their songs and
behind-the-scenes stories of what it is like writing for the
world's biggest artists including Taylor
Swift, Kenny Chesney, and
Little Big Town. The evening's culinary experience will feature
global food stations, from the sun-kissed flavors of Spain to the vibrant flavors of Italy by guest Chef Giancarla Bodoni, offering a tantalizing journey
for the palate. Embracing the Western spirit, the Hoʻohuli Festival
pays homage to Hawaiʻi's Paniolo heritage, infusing every aspect of
the event with a touch of rustic charm and cowboy flair. Members
and guests can dust off their boots, grab a hat, and prepare for an
unforgettable evening under the starry Kauaian sky.
"The world-class culinary and musical experiences being brought
to the South Shore for Calabash at Kukuiʻula further build on the
lifestyle and access offered by Kukuiʻula," says General Manager
Brian Hallberg. "From championship
golfing to unwinding at our state-of-the-art spa, Kukuiʻula serves
as the ideal backdrop for unmatched experiences, unparalleled
adventure and relaxation, and connecting with like-minded
individuals."
The Calabash at Kukuiʻula event is open exclusively to Kukuiʻula
homeowners as well as guests staying at The Lodge at Kukuiʻula.
Exclusive Lodge packages are available for a limited time including
a 15% discount off Lodge stays between August 11 to 18, 2024 plus a $500 resort credit for two guests or a
$1,000 resort credit for four guests
to be used towards the Calabash event or other onsite expenses.
Guests can also take part in a specially curated 90-minute
treatment at Kukui'ula's world-class Hi'ilani Spa where they will
explore healing arts from around the world with a therapeutic
approach to massage and bodywork. The treatment will integrate
Traditional Chinese Medicine utilizing acupuncture, body Gua sha,
and cupping to open lines of circulation reconnecting the body to
its natural source of healing. Reiki, tuning forks and singing
bowls will be integrated with a guided meditation mapping the body
to its highest vibration of worldly awareness.
While on property, members and guests can enjoy Kukuiʻula's
array of amenities including the 10-acre upcountry Farm,
Tom Weiskopf-designed 18-hole
championship golf course, the Hiʻilani Spa and Fitness Center,
tennis and pickleball courts alongside an abundance of water
activities including sailing and eFoiling led by the
Huakaʻi Outfitters, and more.
For more information on Kukuiʻula and Calabash at Kukuiʻula,
visit www.kukuiula.com/calabash-at-kukuiʻula/. Select Calabash at
Kukuiʻula events are complimentary for members and individual event
pricing starts at $50. Reservations
are limited to maintain the event's exclusivity so both members and
Lodge guests are encouraged to book in advance.
CHEF GIANCARLA BODONI
Chef Giancarla Bodoni is the
Executive Chef at Monteverdi, a luxury resort set in the medieval
village of Castiglioncello del Trinoro. Her property and academy
are regularly featured in Forbes, Travel + Leisure, and Food &
Wine. Most recently, Giancarla toured Eugene Levy around Monteverdi on his Apple TV
show "The Reluctant Traveler." Giancarla's consistent culinary
collaborators are Michelin-rated and celebrity chefs, including
Giada De Laurentiis, Dominique
Crenn, Bobby Flay, Rachel Ray, Guy
Fieri, Nancy Silverton, and
more.
ABOUT KUKUIʻULA
The first Private Club development on Kauaʻi, Kukuiʻula, is a
1,010-acre residential and resort community positioned on the
island's southern coast in Poʻipū, nestled between the National
Tropical Botanical Garden and historic Old Kōloa Town. The premier
destination is comprised of nine distinct neighborhoods featuring a
collection of custom ocean-view homesites ranging in size from
one-third acre to three acres as well as luxury homes, villas,
cottages and bungalows. Acting as the social and recreational
centerpiece of the community, the private clubhouse includes the
main clubhouse with signature restaurant ʻUmeke Kitchen + Bar; an
18,000 square foot full-service sanctuary, the Hiʻilani Spa and
Fitness Center with retail, and 30+ fitness classes a week; the
golf Clubhouse, home to a Tom
Weiskopf-designed 18-hole golf course; pickleball and
multi-sport courts; and an inviting collection of saltwater
swimming pools replicating a private oasis. Residents and guests
encounter world-class culinary offerings and a 10-acre upcountry
Farm and lake equipped with a staff of farmers to help harvest
seasonal fruits, vegetables and herbs onsite alongside an abundance
of water activities including stand-up paddle boarding, surfing,
sailing, and eFoiling led by a team of local experts, the
Huakaʻi Outfitters.
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