Chelsy “Kiaha” Kurek is a Hawaiian chef, entrepreneur, and digital content creator based in Portland, Oregon. After transitioning from a career in administration and estate management, she founded the Hawaiian food cart Hapa Howie's, offering traditional dishes like mochiko chicken and Hawaiian mac salad. In 2023, Kurek founded Hapa Barkada, a culinary collaboration with Below by Botanist. Beyond her culinary ventures, Kurek is active on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok, where she shares her experiences as a chef and entrepreneur. mMore...