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The rich History of Ma’alaea harbor includes a few firsts; the first westerner, sea Captain George Vancouver (namesake of the City of Vancouver), who landed his ship at Ma‘alaea Bay about 1793 to bring the first cattle to Maui, and Maui’s first airport was built at Ma’alaea in 1927. Regular air service began in November 1929 for amphibious planes. Runways were completed in 1930 and by 1936 the location and condition of the runway at...
Several milestones and accomplishments in our lives are celebrated dining out at our favorite, newest or most popular restaurants. Feasting on delicious cuisine is a celebratory must but sometimes we yearn for something more, something special – a unique and exclusive experience. We call it The Grand Wailea’s Private Sunset Cabana Dinners.
This supreme dining experience requires 48 hours advance reservations, that is, if you are lucky enough to...
Let’s face it – sushi bars are here to stay, especially in Hawai‘i, where some of Japan’s master sushi chefs choose to live. But after more than a decade of sushi’s mass-popularity, many diners are still unsure of how to eat it properly and what to do with those chopsticks. Here’s an informal guide to good chopsticks etiquette and sushi bar do’s-and-don’ts:
While it’s not expected that all Westerners learn and remember all the rules...
Since its reopening last spring, Ko¯ the signature restaurant at The Fairmont Kea Lani, has taken Wailea by storm. Its beautiful new decor, plantation era-inspired cuisine, creative use of local ingredients and deep connection to Maui’s community has earned Ko¯ seven industry awards in under a year.
The cuisine at Ko¯ is inspired by the diverse culinary history of Maui’s sugarcane plantation era. Its diverse menu offers Hawaiian, Chinese, Filipino,...
Two distinctly different and dynamic lu’au style shows are performed in the historic harbor town of Lahaina. The Feast at Lele, an elegant pageant of Polynesia, is nestled in an intimate beachfront patio in South Lahaina. Old Lahaina Lu’au, a classic lu’au honoring authentic Hawaiian traditions, occupies a lush oceanfront paradise on the northern edge of town. Both offer spectacular panoramic settings; an orchid lei greeting; premium open bar;...
Tom Selman who owns, operates and cooks daily at Main Street Bistro in Wailuku.
“Culinary trends change at the drop of the hat, anything can and does affect them, economy, technology, weather, seasonal growth patterns, even who’s been seen eating what.” So, does his menu reflect all this? “Yes, in addition to what feels good to me. Mac & Cheese, Braised Short Ribs, Grilled Romaine Salad with Rock Shrimp. We cook ‘old-school’ style,...
Chef/Restaurateur Mark Ellman of Mala An Ocean Tavern in Lahaina and Mala Wailea.
His new Lahaina restaurant, Honu, is scheduled to open in 2011.
I asked him if he thinks culinary trends change – like hemlines – with the economy. “Absolutely. The economy more than ever has played a big role in people’s spending habits (at restaurants).” He believes that diet/health/fitness news also has an effect. “As baby boomers mature, the reality of...
CHEF BRYAN ASHLOCK OF THE SHERATON MAUI RESORT & SPA:
From one-bite bonbons to mile high mud pie, desserts survive every trend. No matter what the economy or the latest health news prescribe, we are sweet on sweets. We celebrate with cupcakes; drown our sorrows in donuts. And for any and every occasion – and non-occasion – there is chocolate.
The Sheraton Maui’s long-time Executive Chef Bryan Ashlock says many guests start right in on the sweet...
From the slopes of Haleakala, brilliant blue skies frame the Mauna Kahalawai (West Maui mountains) robed in greens, browns and golds. Three thousand feet below, the Pacific Ocean stretches out to the horizon, a spectacular, breathtaking view. But today, a group of twenty is focused on the earth at their feet. Chard, sporting the colors of the rainbow, is bursting up in neat garden rows.
Kneeling, O’o Farm Manager Richard Clark scoops up a handful of...
The Westin Ka’anapali Ocean Resort Villas has set a trendy cocktail scene for an eclectic seasonal experience in Maui, Hawaii. Similar to the farm-to-table concept and the dynamic movement of sustainable cuisine, the four-diamond resort on North Ka’anapali Beach has introduced its own version of farm-to-straw concept.
Resort food and beverage director Robert (Bob) Megargle summed it up as introducing a classic twist to the theme of...
Buzz’s Wharf-“One of Maui‘s Oldest Anchor Restaurants”
The rich History of Ma’alaea harbor includes a few firsts; the first westerner, sea Captain George Vancouver (namesake of the City of Vancouver), who landed his ship at Ma‘alaea Bay about 1793 to bring the first cattle to Maui, and Maui’s first airport was built at Ma’alaea in 1927. Regular air service began in November 1929 for amphibious planes. Runways were completed in 1930 and by 1936 the location and condition of the runway at...
Cabana Dining at The Grand Wailea
Several milestones and accomplishments in our lives are celebrated dining out at our favorite, newest or most popular restaurants. Feasting on delicious cuisine is a celebratory must but sometimes we yearn for something more, something special – a unique and exclusive experience. We call it The Grand Wailea’s Private Sunset Cabana Dinners.
This supreme dining experience requires 48 hours advance reservations, that is, if you are lucky enough to...
Chopsticks Etiquette: “Much Ado about Sushi!” by Karee Carlucci
Let’s face it – sushi bars are here to stay, especially in Hawai‘i, where some of Japan’s master sushi chefs choose to live. But after more than a decade of sushi’s mass-popularity, many diners are still unsure of how to eat it properly and what to do with those chopsticks. Here’s an informal guide to good chopsticks etiquette and sushi bar do’s-and-don’ts:
While it’s not expected that all Westerners learn and remember all the rules...
Kō: Wailea’s Newest Award-Winning Restaurant
Since its reopening last spring, Ko¯ the signature restaurant at The Fairmont Kea Lani, has taken Wailea by storm. Its beautiful new decor, plantation era-inspired cuisine, creative use of local ingredients and deep connection to Maui’s community has earned Ko¯ seven industry awards in under a year.
The cuisine at Ko¯ is inspired by the diverse culinary history of Maui’s sugarcane plantation era. Its diverse menu offers Hawaiian, Chinese, Filipino,...
Luaus Mai Tais, Music & Magic by Taj Morgan
Two distinctly different and dynamic lu’au style shows are performed in the historic harbor town of Lahaina. The Feast at Lele, an elegant pageant of Polynesia, is nestled in an intimate beachfront patio in South Lahaina. Old Lahaina Lu’au, a classic lu’au honoring authentic Hawaiian traditions, occupies a lush oceanfront paradise on the northern edge of town. Both offer spectacular panoramic settings; an orchid lei greeting; premium open bar;...
Maui Chefs Menu Morsels
Tom Selman who owns, operates and cooks daily at Main Street Bistro in Wailuku.
“Culinary trends change at the drop of the hat, anything can and does affect them, economy, technology, weather, seasonal growth patterns, even who’s been seen eating what.” So, does his menu reflect all this? “Yes, in addition to what feels good to me. Mac & Cheese, Braised Short Ribs, Grilled Romaine Salad with Rock Shrimp. We cook ‘old-school’ style,...
Maui Chefs Stories Menu Morsels
Chef/Restaurateur Mark Ellman of Mala An Ocean Tavern in Lahaina and Mala Wailea.
His new Lahaina restaurant, Honu, is scheduled to open in 2011.
I asked him if he thinks culinary trends change – like hemlines – with the economy. “Absolutely. The economy more than ever has played a big role in people’s spending habits (at restaurants).” He believes that diet/health/fitness news also has an effect. “As baby boomers mature, the reality of...
Maui Deserts “Sweet!” by Bonnie Friedman
CHEF BRYAN ASHLOCK OF THE SHERATON MAUI RESORT & SPA:
From one-bite bonbons to mile high mud pie, desserts survive every trend. No matter what the economy or the latest health news prescribe, we are sweet on sweets. We celebrate with cupcakes; drown our sorrows in donuts. And for any and every occasion – and non-occasion – there is chocolate.
The Sheraton Maui’s long-time Executive Chef Bryan Ashlock says many guests start right in on the sweet...
Maui Sustainable Farms O’o Farm
From the slopes of Haleakala, brilliant blue skies frame the Mauna Kahalawai (West Maui mountains) robed in greens, browns and golds. Three thousand feet below, the Pacific Ocean stretches out to the horizon, a spectacular, breathtaking view. But today, a group of twenty is focused on the earth at their feet. Chard, sporting the colors of the rainbow, is bursting up in neat garden rows.
Kneeling, O’o Farm Manager Richard Clark scoops up a handful of...
Mixology – Spicing it up!
The Westin Ka’anapali Ocean Resort Villas has set a trendy cocktail scene for an eclectic seasonal experience in Maui, Hawaii. Similar to the farm-to-table concept and the dynamic movement of sustainable cuisine, the four-diamond resort on North Ka’anapali Beach has introduced its own version of farm-to-straw concept.
Resort food and beverage director Robert (Bob) Megargle summed it up as introducing a classic twist to the theme of...