Growing Up in La‘ie & Hawai‘i Roots | Chef Sam Choy's Origins

From a small town on the North Shore to kitchens around the world — meet Chef Sam Choy as he shares the story of growing up in Laʻie, Oʻahu and how his childhood shaped Hawai‘i’s culinary heritage. 🌺👨‍👨‍👧‍👦

Born to a Chinese father and Hawaiian-German mother, Sam grew up helping his family prepare food for big lūʻau, learning to cook with what the land and sea gave them. His upbringing grounded him in aloha, respect for ʻāina, and the heart behind every ʻono dish. 🍍🌊

Hit play and hear how those early memories laid the foundation for a lifelong mission to bring real Hawaiian flavors—and aloha—to the world.

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