Maui Food And Dining

Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea unveils Komo, dining destination

Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea announced its newest culinary addition, KOMO. The intimate 50-seat restaurant, including its 14-seat interactive sushi bar, transforms a portion of the Resort’s lobby into a dining space featuring Japanese cuisine.

Fairmont Kea Lani to celebrate Pilina bar and restaurant’s first birthday on Feb. 7

Fairmont Kea Lani is celebrating the anniversary of its Pilina bar and restaurant on Friday, Feb. 7, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. The free-entry event will feature musical entertainment, bespoke cocktails, complimentary tastings and culinary surprises for guests to enjoy.

UHMC Pā‘ina Market open this week for dining

All Pā‘ina Market outlets at UH Maui College are open this week from Tuesday through Thursday.

Paniolo’s Steak & Seafood Bar & Grill opens at Azeka Shopping Center

Joe Lecap, proprietor of Paniolo’s Steak & Seafood Bar & Grill and owner of the former Smokehouse in Lahaina said, “We are excited to welcome back our loyal customers, long-time visitors, and the vibrant faces of South Maui.”

Maui Land & Pineapple welcomes Sale Pepe Pizzeria e Cucina to Kapalua Resort 

Maui Land & Pineapple Company, Inc. announced that Sale Pepe Pizzeria e Cucina will soon open their second location at Kapalua Resort after the 2023 wildfires claimed its original Front Street location.

Oao Sushi opens at Puʻunēnē Shopping Center

Oao Sushi Go celebrated its grand opening on Dec. 8 at the Puʻunēnē Shopping Center in Kahului, Maui. Locally owned and operated by Chef Bernardo Oao Jr., Oao Sushi Go’s story began as a humble food truck serving innovative sushi dishes that quickly garnered a loyal following. The food truck’s success led to opening the first brick-and-mortar location in Wailea. With this second location, Chef Oao brings his vision and flavors of Oao Sushi Go to Central Maui.

Maui Lobster King opens at Azeka Shopping Center

Good news for lobster lovers. Maui Lobster King has opened at the Azeka Shopping Center in Kīhei.

Tanaka Ramen & Izakaya opens first location on the Valley Isle 

Tanaka Ramen & Izakaya opened its fifth Hawaiʻi location at Maui Mall Village recently, bringing its flavorful menu of ramen, rice bowls, and izakaya dishes to Maui. Located near Center Court, next to Genki Sushi, across from the Regal Cinemas Maui Mall, the new restaurant has seating for up to 40 guests. A soft opening is underway with the official grand opening set for Jan. 6, 2025.

Japanese cooking featured in Zen dinner workshops on Jan. 11

Japanese cooking connoisseur Naoko Moller will lead Zen dining workshops at 4 and 6:30 p.m. Jan. 11 at Kahului Jodo Mission, located at 325 Lāʻau St. Visit jcsmaui.org to register.

PopUp Bagels partners with Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort for festive residency

The Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort has announced a collaboration with trending brand PopUp Bagels as part of its holiday programming this year. 

Husband-wife duo to open Koast restaurant alongside celebrity chef Chris Cosentino

Koast, a new restaurant coming to Wailea Village this winter, brings the star power of celebrity chef Chris Cosentino, a Top Chef Masters winner and James Beard Award nominee, to Maui’s culinary scene.

HUI Kitchen opens at The Historic Wailuku Inn

A new lunch spot has opened at The Historic Wailuku Inn, a century-old bed and breakfast in the heart of Wailuku town.

Grand Wailea celebrates the holidays with La Fête du Rosé wines and cocktails

This holiday season, La Fête du Rosé wines will be available throughout the food and beverage venues at the Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, thanks to a partnership with the prestigious wine brand.

‘Chef’s Table’ introduced as ‘an immersive dining experience’ at Ritz-Carlton Maui’s Banyan Tree restaurant

Something new for foodies: The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua serving up a “Chef’s Table,” immersive new dining experience on Fridays with Chef Donovan Foster at its signature restaurant, Banyan Tree.

The Westin Maui’s Ulu Kitchen brings Merriman’s modern Hawai‘i Regional Cuisine to the shores of Kā‘anapali Beach

The Westin Maui Resort & Spa Kā‘anapali welcomes Ulu Kitchen by Merriman, a new oceanfront dining experience from iconic Chef Peter Merriman’s Handcrafted Restaurants. Ulu Kitchen by Merriman pays homage to Hawai‘i’s rich culinary heritage, blending old-fashioned Hawaiian hospitality with innovative, locally-sourced dishes, all in a stunning setting overlooking Kā‘anapali Beach. 

Order early: Thanksgiving pies available at UH-Maui College’s Pā‘ina Building

For residents with a sweet tooth, a variety of Thanksgiving pies are available for pre-order at the University of Hawai‘i Maui College’s Pā‘ina Building in Kahului through Nov. 25.

Thanksgiving food safety tips

The Hawaiʻi Department of Health is sharing food safety tips for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday.

Pineapple Robot to host grand opening Oct. 31 at Honokōwai Marketplace

A grand opening celebration will be held on Halloween, Oct. 31, for the launch of Pineapple Robot, a new bar at the Honokōwai Marketplace.

Maui Visitors Bureauʻs November ‘Canoe Crop Corner’ at Wailuku First Friday

The Maui Visitors and Convention Bureau hosts its second Canoe Crop Corner, a celebration of Maui’s rich agricultural heritage at Wailuku First Friday on Nov. 1. A cultural advisor and chef will continue this showcase the flavors of Hawai’i’s ancient canoe crop, kalo—one of the plants brought to the islands by early Polynesian voyagers.

Mahiʻai Match-Up awards $50,000 to four local food-focused entrepreneurs 

Four local food-focused entrepreneurs will share a total of $50,000 in cash prizes to expand and scale their businesses as winners of Kamehameha Schools’ 2024 Mahi‘ai Match-Up, a business plan competition that aims to strengthen Hawai‘i’s food system. The winning companies — Hā Tonics, The Local General Store, Polipoli Farms, and Manu Brewing Co. — were honored Thursday at ʻAha ʻAina Pauahi, a celebration at the Royal Hawaiian Center. 
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