Where Hawaii Eats features the very FIRST Master Sommelier in Hawaii, Chuck Furuya, in this special episode at Vino. As a tribute to this now closed restaurant, we feature a variety of foods that Chef/Owner DK Kodama of DK Restaurants offers with a paring of wines selected by Chuck himself.
In late 1980’s Chuck Furuya became one of the first in the United States to pass the rigorous Master Sommelier examination. It was his passion to fully excel at wine service and education, leading him on the path to certification as a Master Sommelier. Educating people about wine and discovering new talent is what brings him the most satisfaction. “I love finding new wines, especially great values. I love pairing wines with foods. But most of all I love teaching,” says Chuck.
