April 17, 2026

Maui chef brings home the win in Food Network’s ‘Chopped’ kitchen

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Foodies — those who love to eat, as well as create — are familiar with the words, “You’ve been chopped,” as uttered by the Food Network’s “Chopped” host, Ted Allen.

From professional chefs to caterers to bakers and more, those three words have disappointed many, and more often than not, fired them up to do better.


What You Need To Know

    • Executive Sous Chef McKenna Shea’s winning Fried Abalone dish is watercress, radicchio and veggie chip-breaded Big Island abalone on top of an ube nicoise vinaigrette
    • The dish part of the Pacific’o on the Beach menu only until April 15
  • Shea incorporates sustainable practices, supporting local farms while using every ingredient to its full potential
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