Maui Food And Dining
Merriman’s Bowl Debuts at Sweetfin Poke in CA
Chef Peter Merriman has collaborated with Sweetfin Poke on an exclusive, limited-time poke bowl, to be sold at all nine California locations through October 31.
Aloha Thai Fusion Celebrates for Three Days
Aloha Thai Fusion will ring in its new restaurant in Kīhei 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 7 to 9 with free food, live music, balloon animals, clowns and more.
Fork & Salad Secures First Mainland Location
Fork & Salad’s first U.S. mainland corporate store will introduce the brand beyond Maui and serve as a training site for future franchisee operators.
Down the Hatch Names New Leader in the Kitchen
Chef Brian Reilly will introduce house-made tortillas and later kitchen times, and will continue to make locally-caught fish a priority at Down the Hatch.
Keiki in the Kitchen Comes to Maui This Fall
Whalers Village in Kā‘anapali hosts a family-friendly day filled with activities and special appearance by YouTube baking star Rosanna Pansino on Oct. 21.
Five Hawai‘i Spots Make 100 Most Scenic Restaurants List
OpenTable’s list is generated solely from more than 12 million verified diner reviews for more than 28,000 restaurants across the U.S.
Andaz Maui Plans a “Party with a Purpose”
In celebration of its 5th year on Maui, Andaz will host a party with top-notch chefs and entertainment on Sep. 2, to benefit Pu’u Kukui Watershed Preserve.
The Traveling Plate Offers Interactive Experience
The Traveling Plate, a statewide culinary tour to benefit Easterseals Hawai‘i, will host a culinary event in Kīhei on Sunday, Aug. 26 with a fun new twist.
Kapena Tequila Wins Gold at Global Spirit Awards
Made with li hing mui, Kapena Tequila was the only infused tequila to receive an award in the competitive tequila category at the awards in Las Vegas.
Down the Hatch Hosts “DTH Circus” in Lāhainā
DTH Circus on Saturday, August 18 features live music and performances all day, along with balloons, face painting and tableside magic.
Top Chef Alum Sheldon Simeon’s New Lineage Restaurant to Open in Early Fall
Bravo network Top Chef alum Sheldon Simeon is readying the launch of his second Maui restaurant Lineage, slated to open in early fall
Globally-Inspired Share Plates at ROCKsalt in Kā‘anapali
The RockSALT menu at Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa features small plates, large plates, sweet plates and sides, all of which are meant for sharing.
“Grow Some Good” Promotion Kicks Off on 4th Friday
Grow Some Good, which supports ag education and gardens in Maui schools, will partner with Fork & Salad to feature a donation with every Buckwheat Noodle Salad.
Maui Chefs Raise $38,000 for Project Kōkua
Proceeds from the sold-out culinary fundraiser will help disaster victims on both Kaua‘i & Hawai‘i Island, supporting neighbors, friends, families and farmers.
Gannon’s Offers Kama‘āina Specials Through Fall
Gannon’s in Wailea is reaching out to our kama‘āina community with deep discounts on entrées between now and mid-November.
Seed to Cup Festival Builds the Buzz
The Maui Coffee Association will present its 11th Annual Seed to Cup Coffee Festival on August 4 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Maui Tropical Plantation in Waikapū.
New Website Showcases Maui’s Growing Vegan Community
The newly-launched website MauiVeganLife.com features local vegan-focused news, recipes, a food guide and more.
Kō Announces New Restaurant General Manager
Benjamin Quick brings more than ten years of progressive restaurant management and hospitality experience to his leadership role at Kō at Fairmont Kea Lani.
Surfside Pizza Kitchen Opens in Lāhainā
Surfside offers specialty pizza, build-your-own options, gourmet sandwiches and salads made fresh to order at 505 Front Street.
Project Kōkua Hawai‘i Welcomes Huge Crowds
The Maui community came out in droves to show their support for disaster victims at Project Kōkua for Kaua‘i & Hawaiʻi Island, which featured more than 20 chefs.
