​Head Chef

​DANNY BALOGH

Over nine years of experience serving private clients on Kaua‘i.

Finca is a Spanish word for farm and pays homage to Chef Dannyʻs culinary roots back in Costa Rica, a tropical paradise similar to Kaua'i, where he lived for eight years. Makaleha is the majestic mountain range on the eastern side of Kaua‘i that borders the farmland where Chef Danny lives and grows many of the ingredients he cooks with. Both places have influenced his culinary career and continue to inspire his cooking.
     Chef Danny’s story is an interesting one. Raised along the coastal waters of northern Florida, he began working in the restaurant industry at the age of 14 and his strong work ethic earned him many advances throughout his early years.  At the end of the summer of 1999 he embarked on a backpacking trip to Costa Rica, Peru and Europe, which would change the course of his life forever. Before he returned home to Florida he had made up his mind to move to Costa Rica. Something about the good natured people and high quality of life there beckoned him… And so, with his dog and a small bag of belongings he moved to the small beach town of Santa Teresa on the Nicoya Peninsula. 
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The Menu
"Food brings us joy, health and vitality. Food connects families and friends, both old and new. The food we eat directly affects how we feel and function in our everyday lives and can impair or improve ​our energy levels, mental clarity, and overall sense of well being." ~Chef Danny

Gluten-Free &
​Vegan Friendly

Chef Danny takes pride in creating a special menu to suit each person's needs. We can create a menu that will wow your guests while taking special dietary restrictions into account. 
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Raw, vegan & paleo friendly chocolate cheesecake with a chocolate, nut crust and lilikoi cream topping.

Locally Sourced Ingredients

Locally caught Mong Chong grilled and topped with a lemongrass white wine sauce.

​Sushi rolled with fresh, veggies and island caught ahi and ono. 

​Pad Thai Salad with fresh veggies, rice or kelp noodles and a delicious peanut sauce.

Kaua‘i Grown

 EAT REAL LOCAL FOOD.
"Every single ingredient, when carefully orchestrated, becomes a symphony of sublime flavor, texture and lasting sensations that stay with you long after the meal is over. Food is the celebration of nature's pantry. Nature's pantry is what is close by, in season and organically produced." ~ Chef Danny

Catering

KAUA‘I WEDDINGS & EVENTS

No event too large or too small! We take great pride in serving beautifully adorned dishes full of freshly produced ingredients. Specializing in Hawai‘i inspired delicacies and Pacific Rim delights, your guests will be impressed with the quality and creativity of the food. Our professional staff know how to spread the Aloha, making any event a breeze.