
To help give adventurous foodies something to really salivate about, Dining in the Dark in Honolulu is completely flipping the script on the standard dinner date. Not only does dining while completely blindfolded add a fun twist to the culinary experience, but it’s also believed that it strengthens our sense of taste and smell, which in turn makes flavors taste more powerful and scents smell even stronger.
On selected upcoming dates over the coming months, epicurious food lovers will be heading to Blue Note Hawaii before setting out on their unforgettable taste adventure. As diners sit in complete darkness, masterful chefs will be whipping up delicious surprise dishes to create a mouth-watering three-course meal. Sight influences perception, so when that’s taken away, your other senses stand to attention to distinguish between the unique flavors and heavenly scents of the delicious food, making them all the more enjoyable in the process.
What to expect at Dining in the Dark
Diners certainly see the fun in slipping on their blindfold before guzzling down the delectable delights in front of them, but there’s also method to the madness. The theory is that, when we take away our sight, our other senses are dialed up a notch or two. In other words, our eyes take a back seat as our taste buds and sense of smell are more tantalized than ever.
To add to the mystery and excitement of this unique culinary experience, intrepid epicureans will be quite literally left in the dark about what they’re eating. You can choose meat, seafood and vegan options before your meal, but other than that, you’ll be none the wiser about what you’re going to devour until you indulge in your first tasty mouthful of food.
What’s more, when your ability to see is hindered, you’re encouraged to focus on the here and now. Not only can flavors and scents be elevated by the blindfold, but conversation can, too. That’s why this one-of-a-kind dining experience makes for the perfect romantic soirée or hilarious get-together with friends. Distractions from phones are a thing of the past and all that matters is the delicious food on your plate and your fellow brave foodies.
Where is Dining in the Dark?
Located in just off Waikīkī Bay, Blue Note Hawaii will be hosting this wonderful Dining in the Dark experience. The chic, modern space serves up dishes from an inventive menu and is famous for its diverse range of musical performances. The expert chefs here create dishes inspired by world travels and local favorites, and have an amazing attention to detail when it comes to whipping up each delicious work of art.
Dining in the Dark Reviews
This was an awesome dining experience.
Being blindfolded was such a fun experience! Would definitely recommend!
My wife and I had so much fun. Everyone around us also had a fun time as it was very interactive.
Daring diners will experience an exciting dining adventure over the course of 90 minutes with Dining in the Dark. Prepare to amplify the food on your plate and put your taste buds to the test as you indulge in delightful bites while submerged in complete darkness. Tickets cost $72 per person and you can choose between a 6pm and 8:30pm reservation.