Dining

Maui Nō Ka ʻOi offers you an insider’s perspective on food in Maui. Read our stories below to discover the diverse and inspiring stories behind Maui’s thriving culinary scene.

mala dessert

A Tree, A Trio & A Treat

Chef Alvin Savella took over as executive chef for Māla over a year ago.
cheeky monkey

Jungle Juice

The Cheeky Monkey transports you to a lazy, gently swaying hammock on Gilligan’s Island.
chai tea

Qisa + Chai

Get a recipe for Kashmiri Chai Tea.
adult shaved ice

Spiked Shave Ice

Breakwall offers a rainbow of grown-up fun.
Huihui Restaurant

Star Power: Huihui Restaurant

Exploring Huihui, the newest dining venue at Kā‘anapali Beach Hotel.
holiday potluck feast

Holiday Potluck

Our annual Holiday Test Kitchen stays close to home this year.
Maui Gold Cocktail

High Spirits

Enjoy these cocktail recipes to keep your holidays bright!

The Quarter-Century Chef

Executive chef Tylun Pang celebrates 25 years at the Fairmont Kea Lani Maui.
bele spinach

Bele Under Wraps

Becky sources fresh bele, aka Tongan spinach, and uses it for breakfast.
opihi

Staycation (All I Ever Wanted)

A gastronomic getaway at the Montage Kapalua Bay.
basil cocktail

Herbal Essences

Get a tasty basil cocktail recipe from the Luana Lounge at the Fairmont Kea Lani.
waking penelope

Waking Penelope

One of Taverna's signature cocktails to make at home.
waicoco

Kā‘anapali Connoisseur

New restaurants at Kā‘anapali Beach Resort.

Keep Calm and Hele On

How did Maui restaurants get through the pandemic?

ʻAipono Winners

Congratulations to all the winners of the 2018 Maui Restaurant 'Aipono Awards.
The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea

Treated Above the Treetops at The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea

Check out this special dining experience!
Fly by night cocktail

Birds of a Feather: The Birdcage Bar & Lounge

No matter what your druthers, the Birdcage Bar and Lounge at Hotel Wailea can deliver.
fish and eggs

Food All Day Wong

At Papa‘aina, chef Lee Anne Wong delights every appetite.
Marlin Bar and Mai Tai

Catch a Cocktail at the Marlin Bar

Stop by Tommy Bahama’s Marlin Bar for a special slice of paradise.
Ulu chowder

The Great ‘Ulu Challenge

Breadfuit is having a moment. Here are some recipes to entice your palate and please even the pickiest eaters.
ulu prep

Project ‘Ulu

Here’s how a local ranch teamed up with students to support families in need.
Sea House Poketini

The Short and Savory List

Need something to tide you over until dinner?
lobster

Pop-Up Perfection

Pop-up private dinners are a hit.
Sea Hag cocktail

Attack of the Killer Daqs at Esters Fair Prospect

Get the Sea Hag cocktail recipe from Wailuku's new tiki bar.
Steak Crudo Recipe

RECIPE: Steak Crudo with Finadene

Hone your culinary skills by recreating a recipe from one of the finest chefs & restaurants on Maui!
Herb and Mustard Crusted Chateaubriand

Holiday Test Kitchen 2020

What are Maui chefs’ favorite holiday dishes?
hot buttered rum

Hot Buttered Yum + RECIPE

Enjoy this recipe for Liliko‘i-Coconut Hot Buttered Rum!

ʻAipono Archive