January-February 2012

January-February 2012 issue of Maui Nō Ka ʻOi Magazine

The Wreck of the Royal T. Frank

The untold story of how the people of Hana helped rescue survivors of the Royal T. Frank, sunk by a Japanese torpedo after the bombing of Pearl Harbor.
Ronaldo Macedo art

Triptych

Three island-wide events—Maui Plein Air Invitational, Celebration of Hawaii and Maui Open Studios—invite us to see Maui through the eyes of its artists.
Chef Cameron Lewark

The Romantic Pancake

Chef Cameron Lewark, of Spago Maui, reveals his recipe for the ultimate romantic pancake – the perfect way to show some love to your love this Valentine’s Day.

Outstanding in the Field

Artist and chef Jim Denevan brings his on-location dinners to a farm field near you. The international dining phenomenon is a moveable feast for the senses.
makena estate

Makena Majesty

This Makena estate is the pinnacle of island luxury, with stunning Molokini views, an outdoor kitchen and exotic furnishings. It is Maui living at its finest.
maui golf tournament

Hyundai Tournament of Champions

The Hyundai Tournament of Champions is an exclusive winners-only event that attracts the world's top golfers to play at Kapalua's Plantation Course.
Laila Ali

Honoring Those Who XL

Forty years after Maui-born politician Patsy Mink created Title IX, we honor the U.S. congresswoman who helped ensure equality for women and girls.
Wine sommelier

Fit the Wine to the Mood

In his wine-and-spirit advice column, master sommelier Charles Fredy sheds light on the connections between wine and romance.
Kathy Collins as Tita

Tita vs. da Dragon

Tita welcomes in the Year of the Dragon with a tale of a Maui lizard goddess.
publisher's note

From the Publisher

Maui Nō Ka ‘Oi publisher Diane Haynes Woodburn welcomes the Year of the Dragon, which promises big changes for the world – and this magazine.