Vanilla Experience Luncheon & Farm Tour

The Vanilla Experience Luncheon & Farm Tour, run by Hawaiian Vanilla Company in Honokaa on the Big Island, begins at the company's mill site and combines a gourmet lunch with an educational presentation. Lunch is served first and features vanilla-infused recipes developed in the Hawaiian Vanilla kitchen. The meal opens with an amuse of garam masala shrimp cooked in vanilla butter on a crostini with vanilla pineapple chutney. The main course is a vanilla bourbon marinated chicken breast on a vanilla sweet bread bun with caramelized onions and vanilla mango chutney aioli. A salad with vanilla raspberry balsamic dressing, vanilla honey peppered pecans and feta cheese comes alongside potatoes baked in a vanilla southwest rub. Dessert is Hawaiian Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, and complimentary coffee service is included. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are available, and most allergies and dietary restrictions can be accommodated. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a light windbreaker. During the rainy season, a rain jacket or umbrella is a good idea.