Chef Roy Yamaguchi Hosts
"Aloha Kitchen Challenge"
On March 10 at Roy's in Summerlin, NV

Students from Le Cordon Bleu pair up with Wendy Jordan from Rosmary's, Justin Loo from Nobu and Terrance Fong from Hyakumi to win prestigious internship

LAS VEGAS (February 26, 2009) - Internationally-acclaimed Chef Roy Yamaguchi will be making a special trip to Las Vegas for his March 10th event. Titled "Aloha Kitchen Challenge," the gourmet competition pairs three culinary students Samantha Jurado, William Rowsey and Eric Carbonel with top Wendy Jordan from Rosmary's, Justin Loo from Nobu, and Terrance Fong from Hyakumi for the chance to win a prestigious internship with a master Roy's chef. Judges for the challenge will include foodies and famous figures such as Alicia Jacobs and Maria Silva from KVBC ABC 3; Norm Clarke from the Las Vegas Review Journal; J.C. Fernandez, producer of "Mark and Mercedes in the Morning"; Mary Clarke, chef instructor from Le Cordon Bleu; and Zipporah Peddle, one of the talented singers from "O™" by Cirque du Soleil.

The partnering chef teams will be asked to create an exceptional entrée in the spirit of Roy's signature Hawaiian Fusion® Cuisine. Guests will enjoy the one-of-a-kind experience of a five-course dinner paired with wine - which will include two courses by Roy's chef partner Brandon Konishi, and one entrée from each competing team. Judges will rate each team's creation on taste, presentation, and individuality, and will award the winning duo's student an internship with Roy's highly-trained expert chefs.

"Teaching and mentoring aspiring chefs has always been a passion of mine," said Chef Roy. "I am excited to be working with this talented group of great chefs, as we contribute to the culinary community by cultivating new talent with a challenging and rewarding internship."

The Aloha Kitchen Challenge five-course dinner begins at 5:30 p.m. and is $85 per person. Reservations are required and can be made by calling Roy's in Summerlin at 702/ 838-3620.

About Roy's:
Founded by internationally acclaimed Chef Roy Yamaguchi, Roy's restaurants reflect his personal commitment to serve exciting and innovative Hawaiian Fusion(r) Cuisine of the highest quality in an elegant, yet casual atmosphere. Based on childhood memories of the feelings and flavors of Hawaii, Chef Roy's unique style of cooking combines the freshest local ingredients, bold Asian spices and European sauces, with a focus of fresh seafood. Chef Roy holds the distinction of earning Hawaii's first prestigious James Beard Award. For more information, please visit www.roysrestaurant.com.