By Kristin Hashimoto

Makena Beach Resort Sunday Brunch Manapua, image courtesy of MBR

Dad deserves some downtime just like anyone else. Sunday brunch is a great way to let your dad, hubby, boyfriend, or significant other, relax and enjoy some great food, drink and your company.

At Makena Beach Resort in Wailea, the Sunday June 19, Father’s Day Brunch menu is impressive; mimosas and sparkling wine are complimentary. An assortment of dim sum, pastries and dessert will attract the eyes and growling stomachs, until the omelet, carving and seafood station grab hold of those conquer and devour instincts.

What’s on the overflowing banquet tables? A pastry station will be weighed down with goodies galore, a “made to order” omelet station will be fired up, a carving station for the carnivores, which includes: slow roasted leg of lamb and prime rib, and a sea of seafood, including, crab legs, shrimp, sushi, sashimi, smoked salmon and scallops. There is also a ridiculous assortment of breads, pates, salads and pastas. Breakfast is a gargantuan affair  with these food offerings. For a complete gander at the menu, visit www.makenaresortmaui.com.

Live Hawaiian music will soothe the overworked tummy, and a blissful Sunday will pass in food heaven. Reservations are required. This brunch costs $65 for adults, and $48.75 for children 9-12 years of age, and $32.50 for children aged 4-8.  Call 808-875-5888 for reservations. Brunch begins at 9:00 a.m. and ends at 12:30 p.m.

Makena Beach Resort Brunch - Seafood Bar, image courtesy of MBR

The Ka’anapali Beach Resort is also offering a Champagne Brunch for Father’s Day with prize giveaways.

Live entertainment will include Hawaiian music’s father and son duos and include: Dennis & David Kamakahi; George & Keoki Kahumoku; Kevin & Ikaika Brown and Richard & Kai Ho‘opi‘i. These four families will also be playing at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center on Saturday June 18. See MauiNow.com’s story on the Four Fathers, Four Sons event for more info.

This special Father’s Day Brunch is subject to cancellation costs, so make sure to commit or cancel early. Giveaways will include: fishing excursion, overnight stay at the Ka’anapali Resort, a round of golf at the Ka’anapali, Sunday Champagne Brunch, and other items.

This resort is located at 2525 Ka’anapali Parkway in Lahaina. Call 808-667-0124 to reserve your Sunday brunch. Brunch is from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Champagne flows free, so be dad’s designated driver. Adults will cost $44.95, and children aged 6-12 will cost $25.00.Visit www.kaanapaliresort.com for more info.