2019 ʻAipono Maui Restaurant Awards

Maui Restaurant Awards

The 2019 ‘Aipono Awards Gala was held on Thursday, April 18, 2019, at the Hyatt Regency Resort and Spa. 

2019 Aipono Winners

Calling all foxy ladies and macho men! Watch your favorites hustle on up to get their award or just come for the dynamite party when we honor Maui’s culinary stars—as voted by our readers. Celebrating 17 years of culinary excellence on Maui.

The ʻAipono Awards are the first high-profile restaurant awards devoted entirely to Maui. They are awards of honor and distinction determined by our readers, and the residents and visitors of Maui. The prestigious Chef of the Year title is decided by peer review, voted on exclusively by Maui chefs and industry insiders.

Annual ʻAipono Awards Gala

Each spring, we host the ʻAipono Awards Gala to benefit the UH Maui College’s Culinary Arts Program. Guests are regaled with wines and spirits by Chambers & Chambers Wine Merchants, sumptuous pupu (appetizers) prepared and served by Culinary students, and a fabulous multi-course dinner. Students enjoy the invaluable experience of working alongside sponsor restaurant chefs on the day of the event, in preparing the gala’s dinner. Ticket sales generate valuable unencumbered funds for the school, as well as scholarship money for deserving students.

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