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.

Side Dish: Gourmet Marathon

Follow Gossip Gourmet on a race around Maui for the most delicious grinds.
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Dining Highlights

Maui dining highlights featuring Gannon's and Duke's Beach House.
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From Farm to Fork

Two delicious Maui dining experiences take us back to our roots.

A Hall Mark of Quality

Hall Wine's ultra-premium wines are not inexpensive, but in my opinion, their organic farming enhances the fruit flavors and produces higher-quality wine.
Kalo crusted Mahimahi

Crusted Mahi Mahi

Mahalo to Chef Justin Pardo of Market Fresh Bistro for this recipe.
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Side Dish: My Little Cabbage

Miz G's sage advice for wooing your gourmet valentine.
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Luxury Wines

Why spend $500 on a bottle of wine? Find out.
Il Teatro

Dinner and a Show

Way off Broadway, Il Teatro serves up delicious entertainment to rave reviews.

Dining Highlights

Locals know the best spots to eat on Maui!
LuLu' Lahaina

LuLu’s Lahaina Surf Club & Grill

Lulus Lahaina Surf Club serves local favorites and surf-themed cocktails.
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Side Dish: Sniffing out Truffles

Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good bite!
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Holiday Test Kitchen 2009

What would you give for a great island cookbook? Our staff puts local chefs’ recipes to the test.
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Saffron

Saffron, the world's priciest spice, flavors dishes from paella to pilaf.
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Holiday Wines

MNKO's wine expert recommends selections for your holiday event.

Side Dish: Google Eyes

Gossip gets her Google on.
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Kai Sushi Bar at the Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua

Kai Sushi Bar at the Ritz-Carlton Kapalua serves up traditional Japanese fare with generous portions.
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Wailuku’s “Number One” Kitchen

It has no seating, and almost nowhere to park. Yet for twenty-seven years, this little, local eatery has had Maui folks lining up for more.
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Sugarcane Skewers

Chef Ryan Luckey of Pineapple Grill shows how to use sugarcane in style.
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Finding Aloha in Loire Valley Wines

MNKO's wine expert explores Loire Valley Wines.
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Side Dish: Onion Festival Judge

Miz Gossip judges the Maui Onion Festival and finds it appealing.

The New David Paul’s

Chef David Paul Johnson’s newest project promises to stir up West Maui’s dining scene.
Cuatro

Cuatro

Chef/owner Eric Arbogast, a veteran of several popular Maui kitchens, brought the best recipes from each under one roof.
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Ferraro’s Bar e Ristorante

Ferraro’s snagged this year’s ‘Aipono Award for “Most Romantic” dining spot.
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A Look at New and Old World Wines

New World vs. Old World wine challenges to try.
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Pickled Maui Onions

Chef David Paul Johnson shares his standout garnish for island snapper.
Cafe Kapalua

Cafe Kapalua

Kapalua Resort's new cafe offers inspired daily specials, organic veggies, pasture-raised eggs, biodynamic wines and local beers.

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