Chef Rhoda's Table Launches at Mauna Lani Executive Chef Rhoda Magbitang, winner of Bravo's Top Chef Season 23, is launching a new oceanfront dining series this fall at the Francis Brown Club, the private club lounge at Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection in Hawaii. Chef Rhoda's Table will feature intimate dinners hosted by Magbitang and guest chefs at the club's oceanfront venue. The series builds on momentum from this summer's Surf Shack residency, which brought together Magbitang and fellow Top Chef Season 23 contestants Sieger Bayer, Oscar Diaz, and Brittany Cochran.
## 2026 Lineup The fall and winter calendar includes three confirmed events: - September 12: Chef Duyen Ha, "From Carolina to the Kohala Coast"
- October 17: Sake Master Stuart Morris, "The Art of Sake"
- December 12: Chef Laurence Louie, "From Carolina to the Kohala Coast" The Francis Brown Club, which launched recently, operates as a destination separate from the main resort. Beyond dining, it hosts curated cultural experiences, oceanfront gatherings, and residential-style accommodations designed to appeal to travelers seeking privacy and personalization.
Why It Matters
The series reflects a broader shift in luxury hospitality away from amenities-focused competition toward experiential programming. By leveraging reality TV talent and intimate venue design, Mauna Lani is positioning its club as a venue where high-end guests pay a premium for access and storytelling rather than room upgrades alone.
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Written by FBM Publications Editors
