Halekulani Announces Exclusive French Culinary Experience in Waikiki

  • July 11, 2023
Halekulani Announces Exclusive French Culinary Experience in Waikiki

Halekulani, the iconic oceanfront luxury hotel in the heart of Waikiki, announces an exclusive culinary experience in collaboration with The Imperial Hotel Tokyo taking place on Sept. 13 and Sept. 14 at La Mer, Hawaii’s only AAA Five Diamond and Forbes Five-Star restaurant. The two prestigious properties will feature a five-course tasting menu comprised of signature dishes prepared by Thierry Voisin, Chef du Cuisine of Les Saisons at Imperial Hotel Tokyo, and Alexandre Trancher, Executive Chef of La Mer at Halekulani.

The special epicurean event will be offered exclusively at La Mer. Priced at $485 per person, the five-course menu will incorporate unique twists to classic French delicacies, featuring dishes such as such as Les Galets de Foie Gras de Canard de la Promenade des Anglais (Promenade des Anglais Duck Foie Gras Pebbles), Filet de Bœuf, Celeri-Rave Braise a la Truffle Jus de Bœuf (Filet Mignon, Braised Celery Root, Truffle Beef Jus) and for dessert, Boule de Meringue et Sorbet Cerise, Gelee de Cerise (Meringue Bowl, Cherry Sorbet, Cherry Gelee).

Chef Voisin began his culinary journey at 15 years of age in Tours, France, before serving under Gerard Boyer at Boyer Les Crayeres. After becoming head chef in 1995, he maintained the restaurant’s three Michelin Star status for nine years and joined Imperial Hotel Tokyo in 2005. He currently serves as the hotel’s chef du cuisine at Les Saisons.

Chef Trancher was born and raised in Paris, working in various esteemed restaurants such as the La Tour D’Argent in Paris and the Vardis Restaurant Athens Greece, where he served as executive chef, earning a Michelin Star for his culinary work. He brought his talents to La Mer at Halekulani and since 2012, has been instrumental in the continued success of the French culinary program.

For more information or to reserve a table, please contact Halekulani at (808) 518-2019.

Also visit the Halekulani Okinawa resort. Nestled in the island’s village of Onna, the Halekulani Okinawa resort, a Five-Star oasis fully embraces the region’s culture and wisdom of longevity. See highlights below:

Halekulani Okinawa

  • Exclusive Cultural Programming for Guests
    • Discover the Island’s Umui (Spirit) is a spiritual guided tour through the historic Nanjo region of the island designed to help guests cultivate a mindful connection with the island through their three stages of life: past, present, and future. Along the journey, travelers will stop to taste some of the finest delicacies that blend elements of tradition with cultural infusion.
    • Discovering the Island’s Mabui (Soul) honors Okinawa’s origins as the birthplace of karate with a course that teaches pattern-based movements and specialized breathing techniques of the sacred art.
  • VIP Helicopter Transport from the Airport: For VIPs looking to arrive to Halekulani Okinawa in style, the property will happily arrange private helicopter transfers from the airport. This is the most convenient and luxurious option, and the heliport is a mere several minutes from the property.
  • Private Villas with Jaw-Dropping Views: Halekulani Okinawa offers five villas, each designed as a sanctuary to provide guests with the ultimate relaxation and privacy. Villas feature private heated pools and natural hot spring baths, dotted along the clifftop close to the stunning blue ocean. Here, guests will enjoy the tranquility of their new ‘second home.’ There are two types of villas:
    • Cliff Villa (One bedroom): These exquisite villas offer a truly unique experience. Built with traditional Okinawan aka-gawara red tiles, the Cliff Villas feature Japanese design elements with the intention of seamlessly blending into the local landscape. Featuring their own private heated swimming pool and natural hot spring (onsen), these villas create a complete sense of privacy and seclusion and highlight the property’s incredible position amongst the island’s natural beauty.
    • Halekulani Cliff Villa (two bedroom): Perched on the hilltop of the property, the Halekulani Cliff Villa offers a lush environment surrounded by the local flora of the island. The sumptuous villa is home to the resort’s most panoramic views of the East China Sea. It is thoughtfully designed with spacious, well-appointed interiors, and expansive outdoor spaces including a private heated swimming pool and bath fed by a natural hot spring. A perfect sanctuary for couples and families looking for a tranquil hideaway.
  • Innovative Cuisine from a Renowned Chef: Visitors will delight in a memorable, locally-sourced menu at signature Shiroux, one of the property’s four restaurants, which was recently honored with Wine Spectator’s Best of Award Of Excellence 2023 and is helmed by two Michelin star chef Hiroyasu Kawate. The fine dining venue offers a menu as innovative and distinct as its surroundings, featuring sophisticated French-based cuisine.