My final Hawaiian thank you...

Going to Hawaii, I had no idea what to expect. I came with a backpack, a place to stay and three phone numbers. As you read previously, an incredible amount of amazing events lined up perfectly. I was welcomed into a house by a group of friends that were amazing. Jeff, Brandi, Chad, Zey, Dan, chani, Brian, Lauren, Lauren, and Bryson were incredible people to spend time with. I played games with them, fried food in the kitchen, went to an amazing concert and jumped my butt off at I- trampoline with them. I can't thank them enough for their incredible hospitality and friendships. 

Arthur was the one who brought me around the island to go surfing and cliff jumping. Without him, I would not have had a ride from the airport and would not have had my first week of Hawaii jam packed with adventure and beauty. 

Pili group introduced me into the food culture of Hawaii. I got to travel to different islands with them to cook, spent days wth them eating and drinking and talking food. They welcomed me with open arms and were relentless with kindness and love and helped me network with chefs from all over this incredible aina. 

Thank you all for the wonderful experience. You are all my Ohana and I am honored to be a part of your lives. Anytime you are in New York, please let me know so I can return the favor two fold. My doors are always open to you all. Mahalo!!