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A Tribute to Mark Craig Ellman

Maui chef and restauranteur Mark Ellman co-formed the Hawaiʻi Regional Cuisine Movement and launched 17 restaurants with the help of his family, partners...

Sweet Memories: Komoda Store and Bakery

Komoda store and bakery celebrates 105 years in Makawao.

Wahine Making (Big) Waves + VIDEO

In the world of big-wave surfing, the women of Maui are leading the charge.
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Species on the Brink: Hawaiian Hoary Bat

To catch a glimpse of a hoary bat, “watch a streetlight that attracts moths and bats are attracted to the moths."

Aipono Winners 2022

Maui Nō Ka ‘Oi Magazine presents the 2022 ‘Aipono Restaurant Award Winners What’s in a name? In Hawaiian, ai means “to eat,” and pono means...
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Mushroom Dumplings Recipe

Try this recipe for shrimp and wood ear mushroom dumplings.
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The Fungus Amongus

Blewits and cloud ears and turkey tails … oh boy!
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Paia Pa’ina Premier Cultural Dinner & Show Experience

An oceanfront lūʻau offers amazing performances in the heart of Paia.
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Hidden Haʻikū

This North Shore property is island living at its best.
Diane Woodburn and Tylun Pang

For You, Chef

Chef Pang showed us that taking care of one another is what matters most.
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Native Plants: Photo Gallery

Words and Photography by Zach Pezzillo
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Mushroom Buzz: Cocktail Recipe

When challenged to design a mushroom cocktail, Esters Fair Prospect's mixologist created the Murder Hornet.
Kapalua Ziplines

Hawaiʻi on High

Flying, forests and fun — Kapalua Ziplines is a must-do adventure.
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Seeds of Change: Sensei Farms Lānaʻi

Technology meets tomatoes at Sensei Farms Lānaʻi.
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Shop Maui

From shopping to spa treatments to collecting art, Maui's got something for everyone.
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Painting the Town: Wailuku

A sophisticated public art series reveals Wailuku’s deep aloha.
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Just Keep Swimming

Whether your style is to blindly jump in, or to simply test the water with your toes, I hope you find your perfect beach.
Studio Art Maui

Shop Maui

Find fun gifts at these local retailers.
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Tiger Balm

Make this fun cocktail to celebrate 2022, the Year of the Tiger, or simply to ring in the weekend!
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Saving Hawaiʻi’s Honu

Help create a future where Hawaiian green sea turtles are able to live unencumbered by human impact.
Michael Spalding Hawai‘i Waterman Hall of Fame.

A Life Aquatic: Michael Spalding

Sharks and Portuguese man o’ war barely stop Maui’s local water legend, Michael Spalding.
Hotel Lahaina

An Island Oasis: Lahaina Grill

Our dining editor recounts her relaxing two-night dine-cation at one of Lahainaʻs historic landmarks.
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Species on the brink: Monk Seals

The official state mammal of Hawai‘i, the monk seal, faces many threats.
Aina brand Coffee beans

True to Their Roots: ‘Āina Brands

How a really bad cup of coffee resulted in support for our community.
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Sun’s Out, Buns Out

Searching for the perfect burger on Maui?
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Paying It Forward: Volunteer on Vacation

Mālama Maui for a memorable vacation.
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Living Pono

Nature meets design in this ecofriendly Haʻikū home.