Chef Peter Merriman has become a staple in Hawaii's culinary scene, opening 11 restaurants across the Islands since 1988, including Monkeypod Kitchen and Merriman's. He emphasizes locally sourced ingredients, creating dishes like Waimanalo mushroom ravioli and a popular mai tai. Merriman is now eyeing a location in the Bay Area, stating he only wants to establish restaurants where he feels passionate. He cherishes the sophisticated dining culture in San Francisco, viewing it as an exciting potential venture beyond Hawaii.
It's really exciting to be able to have restaurants on the four major Hawaiian Islands. Growing up as a kid in Pittsburgh, I never could have dreamed...
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