Carlos worked for 10 years in the kitchen at the Lodge at Koele on Lanai, then most recently supervised the Tri-Star restaurants of Nicholas Nickolas, Sarento's and Nick's Fishmarket Maui. Marlowe Arcelonna has been named sous chef. Nelson received much of his hands-on training with celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse in New Orleans, helping him open his fourth restaurant, Delmonico, in 1998. He replaces chef Ed Kenney, who left the restaurant for family reasons. The students are completing a practicum class, which teaches them all aspects of running their own business, from planning a menu to drafting a business plan.
Items are also available ala carte.
The menu includes Herb-Crusted Salmon, Crispy Duck Confit and Bouillabaisse. The Plantation Cafe offers authentic Filipino food from Nov. 13-Dec. 2. Harana, strolling musicians, will entertain during lunch and dinner. For reservations, call 955-4811. Presentation includes samples of holiday dishes.