Indulge in an evening at the 16th Annual Hawaii Food & Wine Festival’s Caviar, Pearls and Aphrodisiacs event, set against the breathtaking oceanfront backdrop of the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa. This tasting experience explores the world’s most coveted delicacies — long celebrated across cultures for their indulgence, intrigue, and ability to awaken the senses. Explore Maui and unwind during a four-night stay in a luxurious Lahaina Oceanfront Suite.   The Hawaii Food & Wine Festival is the premier culinary destination event in the Pacific. Co-founded by two of Hawaii’s own James Beard Award-winning chefs — Roy Yamaguchi and Alan Wong — the Festival reflects a deep commitment to showcasing the islands’ culinary excellence while connecting global talent with local culture and ingredients.   Join us for a dazzling night along Maui’s iconic Kaanapali coastline at the festival’s Caviar, Pearls and Aphrodisiacs event, where culinary temptation, creativity, and a touch of romance set the stage for one unforgettable evening of flavor and celebration — ending with a shimmering drone show that casts the night sky in sparkling "pearls" of light.   Ten celebrated chefs draw inspiration from global culinary traditions where flavors that "set the mood" take center stage.    To complement the evening’s indulgent flavors, acclaimed wine professionals and master mixologists pour champagne, world-class wines, and alluring cocktails crafted to heighten every bite.   Enjoy VIP early entry at 17:00 and reserved seats in our VIP Lounge featuring three exclusive curated tastings by: Chef Josh Feathers of Blackberry Farm – Walland, Tennessee Chef Michael Mina of STRIPSTEAK – Honolulu, Hawaii Chef Jonathan Waxman of Barbuto – New York, New York And a private bar of premium pours   Experience Includes:  Four-night stay in a Lahaina Oceanfront Suite at Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, checking in Thursday 22 October and checking out Monday 26 October Daily breakfast for two (2) at your leisure Daily shave ice for two (2) from Sheraton Maui's Black Rock Shave Ice One (1) copy of Taste Our Love for the Land: Recipes and Sustainability Stories signed by chefs Alan Wong and Roy Yamaguchi Thursday 22 October Check in to the resort Dinner for two (2) at the resort’s new flagship restaurant Friday 23 October Private poolside cabana for the day Lunch for two (2) from Mai Tai Bar served at your cabana Saturday 24 October 17:00 – VIP tickets for two (2) with early entry and reserved VIP lounge seating at the Hawaii Food & Wine Festival’s Caviar, Pearls & Aphrodisiacs event Sunday 25 October A free day to explore Maui’s world-famous Kaanapali Beach and enjoy the resort’s pool, beach, and resort activities and amenities Monday 26 October Check out of the resort   Note: No one under the age of 21, including children in strollers accompanied by their parents, will be admitted to Festival events, unless noted otherwise. All events, prices, performances, venues, dates, and times are subject to change without notice. Please refer to FAQ for more information: https://hawaiifoodandwinefestival.com/faq/ This experience does not include flights.