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Food & Drink Adventure at Hawaiian Vanilla Company - Honolulu

Food & Drink Adventure at Hawaiian Vanilla Company

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

1.5–2 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for most fitness levels; no strenuous activity involved

Overview

Discover the art of vanilla at Hawaiian Vanilla Company through a hands-on tasting and farm tour. Learn about vanilla’s journey from vine to flavor and indulge in delicious, locally crafted dishes you won’t forget.

Farm
Paauilo, Hawaii

Vanilla Tasting + Farm Tour

Learn How To Cook With Vanilla and Tour The Farm

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Adventure Photos

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About This Adventure

Embark on a delightful Hawaiian Vanilla Tasting Tour, where you'll discover the art of cooking with vanilla through savory and sweet dishes. Enjoy a culinary presentation, sample exquisite flavors, and explore a vibrant vanilla vineyard. This unique experience promises to tantalize your taste buds and deepen your appreciation for this exceptional spice.

Join us for the return of the Hawaiian Vanilla Tasting Tour, and explore all of the unique flavors and fragrances of this delectable spice. This tour will teach you how to cook with Vanilla, as well as understand how it works in food and how to properly utilize its flavor characteristics.

You'll learn the difference between savory and sweet applications for Vanilla, as well as explore its use in a variety of dishes. After the Culinary Tasting presentation and sampling, you will be taken on a Farm Tour of our Hawaiian Vanilla Vineyard. Here you'll get a firsthand look at how this valuable crop is grown and harvested, and gain an in-depth knowledge of the Hawaiian Vanilla industry. Join us for a truly unique culinary experience that will leave your tastebuds tantalized!

Tour Time: 2 Hours

Includes Beverages

Tasting Menu:

  • (Served First w/Live Cooking Demo) Shrimp pan cooked in Butter and Hawaiian Vanilla Garam Masala Spice Mix. Served over a Toasted Crustini w/Hawaiian Vanilla Pineapple Chutney

  • (Served Second) Fresh Organic Green Salad w/Hawaiian Vanilla Honey Pepper Pecans, Feta Cheese, w/Hawaiian Vanilla Raspberry Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing. Roasted Red Bell Pepper and Tomato Bisque Soup with a Hawaiian Vanilla Herbe's De Paauilo Spice Rub Garnish.

  • (Final Tasting Course) Sample Platter of the Following:

-- Puff Pastry w/Roasted Red Bell Pepper Cream Cheese filling topped with Hawaiian Vanilla Pepper Jelly

-- Puff Pastry w/Carmalized Onions, Brie Cheese Filling topped with Hawaiian Vanilla Mango Chutney

-- Vanilla Lilikoi Pound Cake with Hawaiian Vanilla Lilikoi Curd Topping

-- Vanilla Banana Bread with a Hawaiian Vanilla Maple Syrup Topping

  • Hawaiian Vanilla Ice Cream served after Farm Tour w/Hawaiian Vanilla Coffee Service

PLEASE NOTE: GLUTEN AND DIARY FREE OPTIONS ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR OUR TASTING OR TEA EVENTS - MAHALO

Adventure Tips

Arrive early

Arriving early ensures you get the full tour experience and ample time to taste and learn.

Wear comfortable clothing

Dress for the farm environment—wear closed-toe shoes and hats for sun protection.

Bring your own container

Bring a small jar or container to take home some vanilla beans or infusions.

Photograph the vines

Capture the lush greenery and flowering vanilla vines during your visit.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Butterflies
  • Hawaiian honeybees

History

Vanilla cultivation in Hawaii dates back to the early 20th century, with local farmers perfecting curing techniques to produce world-renowned vanilla.

Conservation

The Hawaiian Vanilla Company champions sustainable farming, practicing organic cultivation to protect local ecosystems.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Sun hat

Essential

Protects you from the sun while walking around the farm.

summer specific

Photo ID or phone

Essential

For capturing memorable moments and some farm purchases.

Light jacket

In case of cooler weather during the morning or evening.

spring/fall specific

Reusable bag

For taking home vanilla products or souvenirs.