Chef Louie and her team delivered another unforgettable evening! From the curated menu we planned together to the beautiful table settings and drinks, every detail felt personal. She easily accommodated a dietary restriction, and her upfront communication - menu, itemized costs, and contract confirmed by email - made everything stress-free. The food was exceptional: fresh produce from her own garden (the garnish on the chicken shooters was amazing!), tropical fruits she introduced us to and wove into the meal, and dishes I'm still thinking about days later. She even snapped photos of us during the event without being asked. Chef Louie embodies the warmth of Aloha, and she just keeps getting better - even after her Iron Chef win! read more

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Katherine organized and provided an amazing dinner experience for our large family at our beautiful Big Island rental house, in celebration of some notable birthdays. Not only was the food outstanding, but she also arranged for outdoor seating, flowers, leis, a musician, a photographer and an after-dinner fire show. All were great. She is a friendly and likable person, with great culinary and organizational skills. She easily accommodated various dietary restrictions and preferences among our large group, and everything was delicious. Our family will never forget this memorable evening. read more

Chef Katherine prepared a lovely meal for our multigenerational family during our vacation to Waikoloa. She spent time curating a meal that met our dietary restrictions (one family member is GF, dairy free, and sugar free), while maintaining delicious flavors and not making some feel left out of the experience. We enjoyed the evening she put together from the appetizers and themed cocktails (plus mocktails for the kids), to her photographer that captured special moments from the evening, to savoring the yummy food. She also had wines picked out to match our meal and preferences. Every bite was yummy and enjoyed by all! She even prepared a special kids meal and kept the younger family members entertained with kid friendly foods and activities (like helping roll out the dinner rolls), we loved this special event, and will remember it forever! We strongly recommend Chef Katherine and her team to anyone visiting the Bic Island. read more

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Chef Katherine and her team are absolutely incredible. We had the privilege of using Outrageous Gourmet for a private in-home dinner for 10 to celebrate my parents' 50 year anniversary, and everything was perfect. From the signature cocktails to appetizers to the main course and dessert, every single bite was delicious. All of our courses were explained to us, too, which was really cool! Through Outrageous Gourmet, we were also able to coordinate floral centerpieces, beautiful table ware, tables and chairs to seat us all comfortably, and locally made leis for both of our parents on this special night. Chef Katherine and her team made this a night and our family will remember forever, and we're so grateful. Thank you!! read more

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Could not have asked for a better way to celebrate my in-law's 50th Anniversary! Chef Katherine and her team thought of all the details and accommodated everything we needed and more. What we anticipated was far exceeded by the food and atmosphere they created. They are a very gracious and warm team, I happily give my highest recommendations. Everything on the menu was amazing, in particular they served the best ahi I have had in my life. read more

Chef Katherine never disappoints. My family & I have worked with and hired Katherine for various dinner parties and she is the first person I think to call when it comes to coordinating & providing impeccable service for any occasion. I will call her time and time again. She not only cooks incredible food, she is also very detailed, communicative, professional and sets the ambience beautifully. And don't get me started on the food, not only is the food absolutely beautiful, delicious and completely customized to our likings, but it's top notch quality. I tell everyone I meet, she's the best on the big island. Katherine (& her team) works tirelessly for her clients and it shows. We can't thank her enough for all of her hard work & help in giving us the most memorable experiences, every time. read more

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Hi Katherine and her team were amazing. She is a one stop shop from entertainment, limo service, rentals and food. Her food is just simply delectable and delicious. I just had her do all the catering to celebrate my husband's 77th Birthday!! And her staff were so accommodating and friendly. I would highly recommend her. read more

Let me add to all Katherine's 5* reviews. If this was out of 10, Katherine is a 10! She really is a darling! She's a gracious, caring person, wonderful Chef. Master attention to detail. Remembers everything requested, and makes thoughtful suggestions and improvements. What a night we all had. Thank you, K!!! read more

So chef Katherine and crew did an absolutely perfect event. The food was superb. We also did a ukulele player for the cocktail and dinner time and that's a must do. After dinner we had a fabulous Hawaiian show. And chef Katherine arranged it all! We did a dinner for 8 adults and 2 kids at a house we rented. The kids has a different menu and they loved it. Chef Katherine added to appetizers to our menu which was a very pleasant surprise. Seriously I can't say enough good things. Everything she served was delicious. Particularly loved the ahi appetizer, chef's special fresh catch and passion fruit cheesecake. To die for! Added bonus, chef, staff et al where absolutely wonderdul people. If you want to do a private meal or luau, she's the one to hire. Will do it again next trip to Hawaii. Awesome table settings plus a rainbow! read more

Outrageous Gourmet - Caterers Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Outrageous Gourmet is amazing. We had an extravagant destination wedding in Kailua Kona and could not have possibly imagined anything so spectacular. Chef Katherine thought of everything! Our friends and family said it was the best wedding they had ever attended. We have Chef Katherine to thank for that - the lighting, set up, atmosphere, incredible appetizers, dinner, cake and entertainment was absolutely perfect. My husband and I will DEFINITELY be requesting Outrageous Gourmet's services in the future. We feel very lucky and fortunate to have be referred to Chef Katherine 5 stars just does not do this wonderful Lady and terrific business justice. read more

We had a group of 32 friends and family together for my folks 50th anniversary and planned several months in advance. We worked with Katherine on the food, drinks, and in-person serving/catering for several nights. We knew we wanted some kind of entertainment for the final night and she DID NOT DISAPPOINT. Katherine and her team were fabulous to have in the house, the food was amazing, and it was overall such a great experience. read more

Chef Katherine and her staff did an amazing job preparing dinner for my moms 60th birthday! Her food was incredible and she is a true professional. I could tell she was experienced and has done this for many years, but she still took the time to adjust the menu and really cared about our dining experience. She created the menu for us and I'm so glad we went with her recommendations. I'd recommend her to anyone and can't wait to have her cook for us on our next trip! read more

"Outrageous Gourmet" perfectly describes Chef Katherine Louie's cuisine. Chef Katherine prepared ten three course dinners and ten lunches during our recent stay on the Big Island. Not only were our meals scrumptious, each meal was uniquely prepared whether it had an Asian, Italian, Mexican, French, and Hawaiian flare, and beautifully presented. We throughly enjoyed every morsel. Her attention to detail is evident in everything from ascertaining our likes/dislikes, creating the menus, to perfectly executing each meal. We were totally blown away, and she and her team far exceeded our expectations. Only the best local and fresh products were used, whether it was fish, lobster, prawns, lamb, beef, pork, and a variety of fruits. Her team members, Jacqui and Jennifer, also did an amazing job beautifully setting up the table, and assisting Chef Katherine serve us in a seamless manner. They were professional, while extremely personable and warm turning every meal into a special event. We felt as if we had been friends for years. They lovingly made our granddaughter the center of attention. Although, it's impossible to pick a favorite meal, the highlight was the interactive birthday dinner for our granddaughter's 3rd birthday party. Chef Katherine also helped with the wine pairing, as well as a stunning floral table runner and floral headpiece for granddaughter. Oh, I can't forget to mention that they left our kitchen impeccably cleaned afterwards. There aren't enough words to express our gratitude to Chef Katherine and her team for making every meal a memorable experience. Mahalo Chef Katherine and team! We're very much looking forward to our next visit. read more

I am beyond grateful for Chef Katherine making our wedding day so special. We were thrilled that we were able too coordinate my wedding day over 2,500 miles away! She is so detailed, informative and really experienced. From table decor to the most delicious 4 course meal, Chef Katherine delivered top quality work. I cannot thank her enough for all of the special touches, that didn't go unnoticed! Thank you to Chef and her team! read more

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Our friends hosted a birthday party at their home and Outrageous Gourmet catered the event. We were greeted with a fresh, signature cocktail that was delicious! It was an evening of beautiful food and drink from there. The appetizers were cleverly crafted and showcased flavors that were memorable, unique and just simply delicious. The main dish was a showstopper! And the dessert was the perfect ending. Every course was incredibly thoughtful and we couldn't stop talking about the meal and evening for days. Thank you, Chef, for a beautiful experience befitting a significant birthday for a dear friend! read more

Recently we returned from an enjoyable week in Kona with 9 family members. We rented a beautiful 5-bedroom home. The highlight of the trip was a 5-star private dinner prepared by Chef Katherine from Outrageous Gourmet. From drinks to dessert, she and her staff presented a fabulous dinner. Starting with the Lilikoi Mai Tais and ending with the Tropical Bananas Foster, we all agreed every item was magnificent. Our menu: Dynamite Crab, Shrimp & Corn Cakes - excellent presentation. The Kaffir lime vinaigrette accented the cakes making a light & tasty pupu. The entrée of mixed grilled vegetables, coconut rice, grilled mahimahi, and pulled pork. (Hawaiian surf & turf!) was superb! The coconut rice was unique and tasted fantastic! We asked for the recipe, but understandably, she would not share. We hope the recipe will be in her up-coming cook book, which we all plan to buy. At the end of the meal, Chef Katherine kindly described all of the selections and answered all of our questions about the dishes. She and her staff prepared and served a beautiful meal. Truly an amazing experience! We will definitely do this again! We highly recommend her to everyone wanting a very special dining experience! read more

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Katherine is caring and extremely professional! She assisted me even though it meant she had to adjust her schedule a bit to squeeze me in. She was very efficient as well with her services. Thank you again Katherine. read more

This is the second time I've had the pleasure of eating Chef Katherine's food and it was even more remarkable than I remember it being the first time. From boldly flavorful yet delicate appetizers to tasty Mai Tais served in copper pineapple glasses, this was a dining experience I won't soon forget. Prawns drizzled in truffle oil and topped with blue cheese accompanied with the mai tia was a perfect start to the meal. We then moved to a mushroom egg roll that you would think a bit heavy before dinner, but turned out to be a light crispy treat that I could probably eat 12 of if Chef Katherine would let me. The main course was a sesame encrusted ono with amazingly flavorful coconut rice. It's at this point in the meal that you start to question why you haven't been eating coconut rice with every meal your whole life. The fish is incredibly fresh and topped with a ginger and Tahitian sauce so good it leaves you with the face a child has after discovering ice cream for the first time. The meal ends with a chocolate lava cake with brown sugar and bourbon at the center of it. Perfectly rich, light and moist. Though there were other incredibly delicious bites, these were by far my favorite. My family and I were privileged to have Chef Katherine and her team cook for us again on our family vacation in Hawaii and look forward to the next time! read more

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Chef Katherine Louie of Outrageous Gourmet provided an amazing private chef experience for my wife, Jeleta's 50th Birthday celebration. Words are somewhat limited to express how amazing Chef Katherine's fusion cuisine experience was...the range and combination of flavors, the attention to detail, professional presentation and engaging demeanor made our experience truly memorable! If you are ever on the Big Island, we highly recommend that you contact Chef Katherine of Outrageous Gourmet so she can make your celebration Outrageous!!! read more

I highly recommend Katherine and her team at Outrageous Gourmet for your next event. Hiring Katherine to assist in all of my wedding planning/coordination needs was one of the best decisions I've made. Planning a wedding can be stressful. Planning a destination wedding adds a different type of stress. In sitting down with Katherine and going over my vision for the wedding I was confident in her ability to help me achieve what I envisioned. Katherine has the resources to get exactly what you need and alleviates a lot of the stress. Katherine and her staff did a phenomenal job to ensure that my wedding was exactly as I had envisioned it. It's been a few weeks since my wedding and I'm still receiving compliments on both the beauty of our wedding and how amazing the food was. Additionally, I suffer from a few severe food allergies. It was very easy to work with katherine in finding a menu suitable for my dietary needs as well as one which would be enjoyable for my husband and other wedding guests. In addition to appetizers and dinner Katherine was also able to provide a wedding cake again suitable for my needs. I've said it before and I will say it again if you're planning an event contact Katherine to ensure your event is the success you want it to be. I highly recommend Katherine at Outrageous Gourmet, you will not be disappointed. read more

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I had a client for whom we wanted to show our appreciation, and Katherine's team was able to miraculously pull off an amazing, memorable, and touching event within a matter of days! I would endlessly sing her praises, except I think my client's words do her more justice. "Wow, you guys have absolutely no idea what you've done - absolutely no idea. Last night was by far one of the most ... memorable and meaningful experiences of my life. Now on to Chef Katherine, who drove her crew across the entire island at last minute to bring her wonderful creations to our home, all I can say is WOW and what an extra special treat. The food was absolutely amazing and there was enough of it to to feed four families our size. Katherine and her team were absolutely amazing, taking care of every little detail that they could to ensure that this night was special. Our kids even ate and drank things they would have never otherwise tried, the food was that amazingly good. At the end of the night, we had learned that Katherine recently lost a close family member to cancer as well, and that this night carried a special meaning for her in that way, you can tell it showed and we are extremely indebted and thankful for having the opportunity to spend the evening with such a wonderful, gifted and talented woman!!!! ... I am not sure how many thank you's I need to get out to feel normal again, but I love all of you guys and just cannot say how humbled I am and continue to be ..." read more

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After getting engaged on the Big Island of Hawaii in late February 2020, we made the decision that we wanted to get married in Hawaii. Before departing, we had our venue and date (September 2021) picked out but knew we couldn't plan the wedding from New Jersey without help. After doing some research and recommendations from family, we decided to reach out to Chef Katherine at Outrageous Gourmet. Shortly after requesting a wedding consultation, Chef Katherine reached out to us via telephone. Our initial conversation lasted over two hours and by the time we hung up, we knew she was the one. Then COVID-19 hit, but we pushed ahead!!! We continued to plan our wedding with Chef Katherine. She stayed positive, but always had a contingency plan in the event we had to make any changes. During the early stages, we had our entire wedding day planned out, including vendor options, the menu, and everything worked within our budget. Chef Katherine has a very creative mind and was never short of suggestions or great ideas. Once we laid out the initial groundwork, all we had to do was fine tune the plan and hope that COVID restrictions would not interfere with our wedding day. Unfortunately, the heightened restrictions brought on by the spike in cases almost put an end to our special day. However, with Chef Katherine's help and guidance, we were able to apply for and receive an exemption which allowed us to proceed with our wedding. We arrived back in Hawaii a little less than a week before our wedding. The day after our arrival, we finally got to meet Chef Katherine in person, and we hit the ground running. It felt like we knew her for ages because of all our correspondence over the last year and a half. We used the week to take care of any last-minute arrangements that could not be handled from New Jersey. Chef Katherine made sure to have time for us either in person or by phone, in case we had any questions leading up to our special day. On the day of the wedding, Chef Katherine not only brought her A game, but brought the A-team. From her staff to her vendor selection, it couldn't have been a more perfect combination. We opted for a heavy pass of her gourmet pupu's, or as we know them appetizers, instead of a formal sit-down dinner. The pupus that we selected to be served were absolutely delicious. We also opted for a non-traditional cake and went with Chef Katherine's gourmet lilikoi (passionfruit) cheesecake instead, which was to die for. She gave us the option of providing our own alcohol, which we did. This option gave us the opportunity to purchase all our alcohol, minus liquor, from our favorite local Big Island brewery, Ola. The bartender served all the alcohol, including our signature drink, which was a Mai Tai Mojito combination (mai-jito), that everyone loved. Chef Katherine was able to work her magic and make our dream wedding come true! We couldn't be happier with her and her team, Outrageous Gourmet. If you're looking to have a perfect wedding or just a catered meal on the Big Island, we HIGHLY recommend Chef Katherine and Outrageous Gourmet. Mahalo to Chef Katherine and the entire Outrageous Gourmet team for making our dream wedding into a reality. read more

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If you are looking for fantastic chef on Big Island, for an intimate gathering or a large event, Katherine with Outrageous Gourmet cannot be beat! Katherine is an amazing chef. She is also a fantastic person, which makes repeat business with her such a pleasure. First - the food is simply amazing. Her dishes will compete with the best flavors your have experienced in named restaurants around the world. More than that, she takes care to make it a vert personal, memorable experience - no pre-structured menus here. I would trust Katherine with a private dinner for two, or a large dinner for an important event (she has done both for us!). Exceptional. read more

Chef Katherine is the best! She has cooked for our family the last two years during vacation and is incredible. Everything from her almost-famous bread rolls, to vegetarian and fish entrees, to dessert - she does it all! read more

November 2017 update: We had such a great meal with Katherine last year that we came back for seconds. We were not disappointed. She served some of the favorites from last year and mixed in fresh courses that built on what we already loved. I'd recommend her service for anyone looking for a truly great and special meal. We asked Katherine to come prepare a special dinner for our parents anniversary, and we couldn't have been more pleased with the results. The food was delicious and the preparation was beautiful. The seared tuna appetizer was a highlight as well as the fish of day entree. The chocolate cake should not be overlooked either. Katherine also took the time to involve our 4 year old in the kitchen and make him feel part of the experience. It was a hit by all measures. We look forward to coming back to Hawaii and calling Katherine for another occasion. read more

We had an epic meal with Katherine and her team for my wife's 50th birthday at a home at Mauna Kea. She did an amazing job of preparing a menu that was great for both kids and adults (15 total), and every single course was amazing. Highly professional prep, execution and clean up. Highly recommend Katherine and Outrageous Gourmet - 5 stars. read more

Chef Katherine and her staff created two amazing culinary events for us during our stay on the Big Island. The menu was both creative and accessible, eliciting frequent comment of "This is the best I have ever had!" Her staff was highly professional, displayed enormous attention to detail, but also had a bit of fun (such as folding napkins into bunny ears for Easter). We will remember these extraordinary dinners for a very long time. read more

My wife and I are celebrating our 20th wedding anniversary at the Hualalai Four Seasons. As a special surprise for my wife, I contacted award-winning chef, Katherine Louie (www.OutrageousGourmet.com) to arrange a private dinner on the lanai of our villa. To say that we were blown away by the entire experience would be a gross understatement. She and her daughter not only prepared and served the best, most unique meal of our lives, but they did so with impeccable social skills and great conversation. They decorated our table beautifully and attended to every detail to ensure that our experience was unparalleled. The variety of flavors in our six-course meal were truly extraordinary, and the presentation was unforgettable. If you visit the Big Island and appreciate exceptional service and cuisine, then I implore you to reach out to Chef Katherine. It will likely be the best dining experience of your life. read more

My husband planned a wonderful dinner for my 40th birthday in Keauhou Bay with my closest friends in a 2-story beach house. Initially, we contacted Chef Katherine but she was already booked for my birthdate in January, so she recommended her partner in Outrageous Gourmet, Chef David Paul. He is the most patient and personable professional my husband pleasantly worked with to put my birthday dinner together. (Sometimes my husband is not the easiest person to work with.) On the night of my birthday dinner, Chef David Paul showed up with his assistant and went to work. They were extremely courteous, organized, and diligent. My friends and I were completely blown away with each and every appetizer and entree that Chef prepared. Awesome presentation of delicious food. The most memorable was the individual "naughty hula girl" chocolate cake dessert ala mode...SCRUMPTIOUS!!! Mahalo to Chef David Paul and staff for da' kine 'Outrageous Gourmet'! read more

Outrageous Gourmet contacted me by phone today and I was very impressed with Chef Katherine's professionalism and enthusiasm. We sorted out our miscommunication and I look forward to tasting her delicious dishes. I will return to this space after our celebratory dinner we have planned with Outrageous Gourmet. read more

Chef Katherine and Sean from Outrageous Gourmet made and served an amazing dinner for our vacationing family of 5. Katherine prepared foods that we all would enjoy (my kids have very particular palates) and she easily accommodated for our gluten-free diet. They were the consummate professionals, from service through clean up afterwards. Thank you for providing our family with a delicious and meaningful experience on the Big Island. Mahalo! read more

We are not people who typically post reviews but wanted to share the excellent work Chefs David Paul and Katherine Louie offered at our 25th anniversary event. The food was stellar and our guests raved about the quality and presentation. The chefs and staff were patient and worked their magic to make the event memorable for both guests and hosts! In addition, the facility was expansive and they willingly accommodated working with us to serve guests on the beautiful lanai. We highly recommend their catering services as their professionalism is consistent and reliable - from our initial meeting to the finale. Thank you for your hard work! Alan Johnson & Deborah Chavez read more

If I could give Chef Katherine 10 stars I would! From the first time I spoke with her planning a dinner party for my family, she was always so pleasant to talk to and very professional. We sadly could not join the family this very special night due to covid, but Chef Katherine made it a night that my kids and grandkids will NEVER forget! Tropical Mai Tais got the party going, following with blackened seared Ahi, coconut shrimp with red thai curry sauce, an asian slaw salad, sesame & garlic crusted Ono with a filet mignon! She even served the kids quesadillas and fancy drinks to make them feel special! To top the night off, the dessert was her signature sinful chocolate Kahlua cake topped with berry sauce and served with vanilla ice cream! She even helped me with the planning of a small luau including a fire dancer, ukulele player, hula dancer and a photographer to capture the pure delight on my families faces since we could not attend. My grown children said "it was the best meal we've ever had" and what a delightful person she was! I can't say enough, you will not be disappointed! Book her for an amazing unforgettable experience!! read more

Chef Katherine and her crew were fantastic! Four couples rented a house at Mauna Lani and we wanted to ease into our time. Everything was delicious. Smoked apps, helping make dumplings, mai tais, great entrees and a flaming volcano we're all over the top. read more

WOW!! My family and I had the best experience for one of our family dinners with Chef Katherine and her crew! They went above and beyond to make sure our evening was stress free and filled with the MOST AMAZING FOOD! Must have the "smoked" tuna. We are so fortunate to have found her for 2 of our family dinners! I would post pictures, but we were so busy enjoying the amazing food I didn't even have time to think! We get to enjoy another one of her amazing meals so I will make sure to take pictures then! If I could have given more than 5 stars I would have! 10/10 recommend Outrageous Gourmet! read more

My husband and I planned a vacation to the big island of Hawaii to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary. I envisioned a Hawaiian ceremony on the beach for our vow renewal, flowers, a photographer, and a gourmet meal cooked at our rented town house. After some research I chose Outrageous Gourmet, Chef Katherine, to coordinate the occasion. It was wonderful to call and speak with Chef Katherine directly. While she is busy, she was always available immediately or within a day of when I called. She was very patient answering any questions or concerns I had. Our 50th anniversary was everything I asked for. The flowers were lovely, the ceremony was wonderful with the conch shell, chanting, and the explanation of Hawaiian traditions. While I haven't seen the pictures yet, the photographer took charge, was patient and when we asked for poses, he was happy to accommodate us. Now, the food was exceptional, 5 stars. Chef Katherine made for me my 5-course meal: Lilikoi Mai Tai, Citrus Edamame, Blackened Seared Ahi Smoke Bowls, Chicken Satay, Salad, Sesame & Garlic Crusted Fresh Catch, Filet Mignon and Volcano Cake. It is hard to say what I enjoyed more. The amazing thing is she stayed within my budget. She gave me my dream wedding 50 years later! I couldn't have done it without her. Mahalo read more

Chef Katherine came to our rental property during our vacation and prepared a private dinner for us one night. Best dinner I've ever eaten! Magical experience! read more

Their good catering service was excellent. I specifically want to point out the attention to detail for special requests. We had this company cater my aunts wedding and they made accommodations for three individuals with celiac disease and made specific things just for them. The good was great and so was the service! 5 stars! read more

Trust Chef Katherine to create a marvelous experience for you. The food, the service and the entertainment were all first rate! What a special night she delivered for my mother's birthday celebration. read more

Would recommend 100-times over!! Outrageous doesn't even begin to capture how incredible the dining experience my family and I had indulging in a delicious meal with Chef Katherin and her team. From the first conversation, I had with Chef Katherine, through the private event she and her team catered were nothing but professional, helpful, and innovative...the ahi smoke bowl is a MUST. Working with the Chef was a delight, I shared with her that I wanted to create a special evening for my family and her event planner and chef mind got straight to work. She delivered both ambiance and a unique dining experience my family is still talking about. Chef Katherine prepared edamame, spring rolls, smoked ahi bowls, pot stickers, kalua pork, mahi-mahi (fresh catch), vegetables, coconut rice, onion rolls, and chocolate volcano cake. The food was both presented beautifully and most importantly, was delicious. I cannot emphasize enough how good the food was, having a diverse family with very adventurous eaters and high expectation of their food, Chef Katherine more than delivered. We savored every bite. That doesn't even capture the attention to detail she and her team put into the event, we even had special made leis made for each of us, including an adorable flower crown for my one-year-old niece. I know my family will be back in Kona in the future, and hopefully we can work with Chef Katherine again. read more