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.

Joes Nuevo Latino

“Shave Ice” for Seafood Fans

The secret to winning Best of the Fest at the Kapalua Wine & Food Festival? Just chill.
maui private chef

My Weekend with the Chef

Maui Personal Chef: Mark Shimer of Cater2U spends a weekend with our dining editor to experience gourmet luxury and cuisine from the comfort of home.
waking penelope

Waking Penelope

One of Taverna's signature cocktails to make at home.
Peter Merriman Lifetime Achievement Award 2020

2020 Lifetime Achievement Award

Meet Peter Merriman, the 2020 ‘Aipono Lifetime Achievement Award winner.
ivan pahk

Three Chefs to Watch

These Maui chefs are hungry for success.

Savor the Vintage

Chambers & Chambers Wine Merchants proudly presents a distinguished selection of domestic and imported wines from 42 vineyards.
Lahaina Grill Ahi

Two Servings of Green

Isle restaurateurs lead the way to sustainable tables.
Il Teatro

Dinner and a Show

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

2020 Friend of Agriculture Award

Meet the 2020 ‘Aipono Friend of Agriculture Award winner: Greg Gifford.
steak chimichurri

The Ultimate Match

For our annual luxury issue, we asked Riko Bartolome, a private chef in Kapalua, to share the recipe for a wonderful dish we had the pleasure of enjoying at a friend’s home.

Side Dish: Google Eyes

Gossip gets her Google on.
chef illustration

2008 Maui Chef of the Year Brian Etheredge

The votes are in: Chef Brian Etheredge is named Chef of the Year by his peers.

Side Dish

Gossip Gourmet’s successor gives the rundown on foodie events just past and yet to come.
steak

The Great Steakout

Raise high your steak knives: we’re stalking Maui's best steak.
Maui chefs giving back to community

Care and Feeding

How Maui chefs nurture community.
maui catering

Catering to Your Every Whim

Maui’s professional caterers dish up delights just for you.
ichiban okazu

Ten Great Meals for $10

Shake that ten spot out of your piggy bank—we’ve found ten thrifty meals on Maui for you to choose from.
Jojo Vasquez

Agar agar

Chef Jojo Vasquez, assisted by Pastry Chef Ashlie Koehler, conjures up molecular magic with the help of agar-agar.
Wine sommelier

Making a Good Home for Wine

Storing wine can be challenging in a climate like Maui’s, where few homes have cellars that can keep bottles naturally cool.
seafood dumplings

Seafood Dumplings? Dive In!

Chef Kristen Dougherty’s disarmingly delicious octopus dumplings won Best of Show at this year’s Kapalua Wine & Food Festival’s Seafood Fest—and did so sans octopi. We print the recipe here in ink.

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.
Excellence in Sustainability Restaurant Moku Roots

Moku Roots: Excellence in Sustainability Restaurant Award winner

Meet the 2020 ‘Aipono Excellence in Sustainability Restaurant Award winner: Moku Roots.
poi pounding

Side Dish: Poi Poundin’

Gossip Gourmet pounds some poi at the Maui Ag Fest.
West Maui Dining

An Appetite for Adventure

Roadside attractions for the culinary explorer.
Kapalua wine and food festival

Kapalua Uncorks a Winner

The annual Kapalua Wine & Food Festival will once again host a three-day celebration of all things wine. Read on to discover what 2012 edition has in store.
Aloha Mixed Plate dessert

ʻAipono Awards Run-down

Gossip Gourmet dishes about the 2006 'Aipono Awards, and doles out prizes of her own.

Side Dish: Dim Sum

Gossip Gourmet investigates holiday buffets on Maui and mourns the lack of Far Eastern cuisine.

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