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.

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Mama’s Fish House

Few dining destinations rival the luxury of Mama’s Fish House. Chef Bateman's seared beef Polynesian appetizer is uncomplicated perfection.
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Vineyard Food Company

Chef Ralph Giles, owner of Vineyard Food Company, is on a mission to bring East Coast-style sandwiches to Maui.

Side Dish: Lap of Luxury

Sometimes life on Maui is simply that luxurious.
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Read the Label

How to choose wine, advice from our resident sommelier
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Japengo: Sneak Preview

Chef Jay Ledee dishes up Kona abalone sashimi at the Hyatt Kaanapali's new restaurant Japengo.

What Maui Likes to Eat

Chef Tylun Pang’s new cookbook is a multicultural feast best enjoyed with friends.

Umalu

Chef Kevin Boyle says the Korean BBQ beef bulgogi sandwich he created for Umalu is among his top five favorite sandwiches of all time.
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Sweet Kula Corn Pudding

Chef Tylun Pang's delicious sweet corn pudding recipe highlights the offerings of Maui farmers.
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Four Seasons Resort Lobby Lounge

At the Four Seasons Resort Lobby Lounge, everything is by the book: the sushi chefs are Tokyo-trained, the rice is shipped straight from Japan, and the ocean view is pure Maui.

Side Dish: Lunch Truck Round-Up

Gossip gets the goods on Haiku eateries and the Hyatt Kaanapali new sushi restaurant, Japengo.
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North Shore Cafe

Sink your teeth into a noble Benedict or steak and eggs for less than ten bucks at North Shore Cafe in Haiku, Maui.
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An Italian Holiday

Buon Natale! Holiday wines with an Italian accent.
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Las Pinatas

The spice-loving chefs at Pinatas on Maui dip mahi mahi filets in emerald-green cilantro and jalapeno batter before pan-frying.
Milagros

Milagros Food Company

Straying from tradition, the chefs at Milagros use sweet Thai chili sauce and melted jack cheese to elevate their fish tacos.
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Spanish Wines . . . Ole!

Spain is scoring in the wine world with satisfying, exotic flavors at all price points, from picnic- and party-friendly wines, to adventurous and enticing indigenous varietals.

Side Dish: Tweeps

Miz G joins Twitter and discovers some culinary wags amid the tweeting foodies.
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Fiesta Time

The fish tacos at Fiesta Time arrive piping hot, packed with well-seasoned, pan-fried mahi mahi on a bed of authentic Spanish rice and refried bean

A Passion for Food

For this pair of Maui restaurant critics, the secret ingredient to any great meal is love.
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The Sommelier’s Test

MNKO's wine expert spills the secrets on becoming an advanced sommelier.
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Three’s Bar & Grill

Three's Bar & Grill in Kihei, Maui blends three cuisines: Southwest, Pacific Rim, and Hawaiian.
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Side Dish: Ohno Grinds

Miz G reflects on the 'Aipono Awards, Apolo Ohno, and Chef James' bun in the oven.
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Five-Star Shave Ice

An extra scoop of aloha spirit makes Ululani's Hawaiian Shave Ice the hottest treat in old Lahaina Town.
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Star Noodle

Star Noodle in Lahaina unites big-city style and local flavors.
Maui Spago Chef Cameron Lewark

2010 Chef of the Year: Cameron Lewark

Cameron Lewark wanted to be a chef since the fifth grade, when he began cooking dinner for his overworked mom.

Side Dish: Bikini Blonde or Devout Stout?

Miz G grants her own restaurant awards from Trendiest Washroom to Tastiest Split Personality.

Secret Ingredients

Four ‘Aipono Award winners share their recipes for success.
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Pair Excellence

If you plan to attend this year's Kapalua Wine & Food Festival, I encourage you to spend some time talking with the master sommeliers who annually make this one of Maui's most anticipated events

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