About Kauai Kunana Dairy
History
Kauai Kunana Dairy was started in 1979 by the Wooton family. Bob and Louisa both came from farming backgrounds in Ohio and West Texas, respectively. Our sons, Ryan and Troy, were born on Kaua’i and raised into the farm life from birth. In 1991, after leasing for many years, we were blessed to buy our property on Kaua’i’s north shore. From undeveloped grassland, we planted fruit orchards, fenced in pastures, built animal housing, and created all the gardens that can be seen today at the farm. A talented carpenter and licensed contractor, Bob built our farm house and, in 1999, he completed construction of the dairy building. We became a licensed dairy to sell cheese and started with a milking herd of 12 goats. From these modest beginnings, our business has expanded to a milking herd of 30 does with a full herd of over 60 goats.
Today
Kauai Kunana Dairy is located on the magical North Shore of the Garden Island of Kauai. We are a true micro-dairy, specializing in artisan goat cheese, and goat milk products including soap, hair care products, and skin products. Our family farm also produces USDA/HOFA certified organic fruits and vegetables. Our value-added products include Macadamia Nut Pesto, Lemongrass Vinaigrette, Red Wine Herbal Vinaigrette, and Hawaiian Chile Pepper Sauce. Ryan is our family beekeeper. In addition to his delicious honey, he has developed a delightful line of beeswax products including soap, balms, salves, and candles. Our lovely daughter-in-law, Sarah, is a baker extraordinaire!!! She produces knock-out granola from her own family recipe. She has added baked goods to our product line with her one-of-a-kind Ginger Cookies, Pumpkin Bread, and Banana Bread. There is always something new baking in the kitchen with Sarah spinning out her sweet charms!!
So where can you find our cheese? At only the finest restaurants:
The Hukilau Lanai, Oasis, Courtyard Marriott, Bar-a-Cuda, The Lighthouse Bistro, Duke’s Canoe Club, Kauai Pasta (Lihue & Kapa’a), The Westin, The St. Regis Princeville, Merriman’s, Living Foods, Roy's Poipu, Kilauea Bakery, and the Moloa'a Fruit Stand.
Recently, we have had problems with restaurants who do not buy our cheese,but claiming on the menu that they do. If you have any questions about who buys cheese from us, you can call or email us. We also would love to hear where you had our cheese and how they served it. You can comment on our facebook or twitter page.
You can also find some of our products at certain retailers. Call or e-mail for info on where to get what. Of course the best selection and prices will be found at the farmers markets.
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Farm tours are available by appointment on Mondays and Thursdays.