November-December 2007

November-December 2007 issue of Maui Nō Ka ʻOi Magazine

lessons from the past

Lessons from the Past

What can the ancient Hawaiians teach us about preserving today's resources for tomorrow?
maui home

Rock the Halls

This Kula home is a showcase of marble and stone–and rocks for holiday parties.
ivan pahk

Three Chefs to Watch

These Maui chefs are hungry for success.
art

Talk Story

Talk Story on Maui about... Bailey House... Lion King...Kahului Railroad and more!
Ho‘olawa Farm

Explore Further: Native Knowledge from Ho’olawa Farms

Learn the traditional uses for native plants nurtured by Anna Palomino at Ho‘olawa Farms in Haiku.
Oroshigane

Oroshigane, the Japanese copper grater

This local chef uses oroshigane, a Japanese copper grater, to grate fresh Big Island wasabi root for sashimi.
charred ahi filet

Top Ten Tips from Ivan Pahk

Our 2007 ‘Aipono Chef of the Year shares the secrets to his success--and yours.
pirate

Side Dish: Pirates of the Cuisine

Miz G gets gourmet booty at the Maui Chefs Present affair...Butternut curry nage and Filipino rice congee served with parrots.
santa claus

Pau Hana

A Hopeless Santa Claus...
Wine sommelier

The Art of Champagne

What makes Champagne special? It requires tremendous care and patience—and you literally have to make it twice.
publisher's note

Publisher’s Note

It started with a phone call four months ago. “When is your dad’s birthday?” asked Kimokeo. “Tell him I’m going to give him a lu‘au, so he has to visit us.”
holiday wrap-up

HOLIDAY WRAP-UP: More For You

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