Taste Hawai‘i Tour with Alan Wong and Arnold Hiura, 5 to 7 p.m. at the Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Northern California, 1840 Sutter St. in S.F.’s Japantown. Featuring food by Chef Alan Wong and his culinary team from his newest cookbook “The Blue Tomato: The Inspirations Behind the Cuisine of Alan Wong,” plus a buffet by Hukilau Restaurant offering favorite Hawai‘i dishes. Come hear about Hawai’i food history and how the unique Hawaiian culinary environment has influenced Chef Alan. Joining Wong will be food historian Arnold Hiura, author of “Kau Kau: Cuisine & Culture in the Hawaiian Islands.” $75 person, includes chef’s tastings, buffet menu, hosted drinks (soda/wine) and your choice of “Blue Tomato” or “Kau Kau” book. A portion of proceeds will be donated to the JCCCNC to support its community programs. Info: (415) 567-5505, programsevents@jcccnc.org.