4th Annual Sam Choy’s Kauai Poke Fest

A Celebration of Poke & Culture

Kauai’s culinary scene brought the community together on June 8th, 2024, as the 4th Annual Sam Choy’s Poke Fest took over Koloa Landing Resort. This event was a melting pot of flavors, culture and competition, with NFL players Nate & Nick Herbig - proud Kauai natives and HerbieGives Founders - stepping up as judges alongside acclaimed chef Sheldon Simeon. 

Over 20 chefs, a mixture of seasoned pros and ambitious homechefs, battled it out in a poke showdown that left taste buds singing. Meanwhile, hundreds of attendees grooved to live entertainment, explored the Made in Kauai Marketplace, and indulged in the event's exclusive poke tastings. The festival wasn’t just about celebrating the iconic Hawaiian dish, it also reached high for a cause, with all proceeds going to the Maui Strong Fund, supporting families still rebounding from the 2023 wildfires.

The Herbig brothers' involvement underscored their commitment to their roots, further cementing HerbieGives' mission in creating opportunities for Kauai's youth. This year's Poke Fest served up more than just ono grinds - it dished out a helping of Kauai's resilience, culture, and aloha spirit.