May-June 2007

May-June 2007 issue of Maui Nō Ka ʻOi Magazine

Kapalua labyrinth by the sea

2007 Shaka List

31 Reasons to Love Maui!
maui wedding cakes

Tropically Decadent

From exotic themes to sensational flavorings, Hawai‘i offers a bounty of inspiration for stunning wedding cakes.
formal weddings maui

A Formal Affair

From sequins to Sinatra . . . the five most fabulous wedding trends
island kitchen

Island Kitchens

From classic plantation style to south shore tech, three fabulous kitchens . . . custom designed for maximum function, beauty and easy island lifestyle.
aipono winners

Good From the Inside Out

How Maui’s winning kitchens cook up satisfaction for their guests and staff
maui honeymoon suite

Sweet Honeymoon Suites

The ultimate honeymoon options for Maui newlyweds
old lahaina luau

Cause for Success

Old Lahaina Lu‘au’s high performance goes beyond the stage to embrace community.
publisher's note

Publisher’s Note

Inside this “Best of Maui” issue are treasures to inspire a new adventure or rekindle a fond memory—a thoughtfully chosen list that is quintessentially Maui.
black rock beach maui

MORE 2007 Shaka List

Read four more "bests," then give us your nominees for best things on Maui.
chef awards

Side Dish by Gossip Gourmet

If she were queen, the winners would be...

Need a resource?

These florists will help you lei your graduate.

Maui No Ka Ouch

To millions of enchanted admirers, Maui comes as close to perfection as nature probably allows. But even this best of all possible worlds has a few shortcomings.
Ivan Pahk

2007 Chef of the Year Ivan Pahk

Maui chef of the year Ivan Pahk’s success is due, in no small part, to his generous participation in Maui’s food scene.