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.

Cafe Kapalua

Cafe Kapalua

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

Top Ten Tips from Ivan Pahk

Our 2007 ‘Aipono Chef of the Year shares the secrets to his success--and yours.
Wine sommelier

What’s Your Taste in Wine?

Advanced Sommelier Charles Fredy explores fashions in wine, why some grow or decline in popularity, while others remain timeless.
waynes sushi in maui

Around the World: Maui Food Trucks

These five moveable feasts take diners on a delicious journey.
beet salad

A Growing Revolution

Why Hawaii Regional Cuisine is more important than ever.
maui mixology

Naughty & Spiced

Holiday cocktails? No time like the present!
maui catering

Catering to Your Every Whim

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

Finding a Favorite Wine

When people ask me to name my favorite wines, I always struggle. I taste wine for a living, so you would think it would be easy. It's not.
Chef Cameron Lewark

The Romantic Pancake

Chef Cameron Lewark, of Spago Maui, reveals his recipe for the ultimate romantic pancake – the perfect way to show some love to your love this Valentine’s Day.
ice skating

Side Dish: Ohno Grinds

Miz G reflects on the 'Aipono Awards, Apolo Ohno, and Chef James' bun in the oven.
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.
kitchen chemistry

Kitchen Chemistry

The Banyan Tree chefs whip up a science lesson no foodie should miss.
Hana Maui restaurants

Great Maui Food: Off the Beaten Track

One of the perks of exploring Maui’s less familiar places is discovering great little dining spots you didn’t expect to find. Need a map? Start here.
Wailea fish dinner

Prize Catch

Get to know this Maui restaurant built on a history of fine dining and excellent service.
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.
opihi

Staycation (All I Ever Wanted)

A gastronomic getaway at the Montage Kapalua Bay.
chai tea

Qisa + Chai

Get a recipe for Kashmiri Chai Tea.
steak

The Great Steakout

Raise high your steak knives: we’re stalking Maui's best steak.
Three's Bar and Grill

Special ʻAipono Awards for 2017 (VIDEOS)

Each year, ‘Aipono honors a few individuals and companies chosen by industry professionals.
Turmeric tonic spritzer

Turmeric Tonic Spritzer Recipe

Enjoy this tasty cocktail recipe featuring Hali‘imaile Distilling Company’s Paniolo Blended Whiskey.
holiday potluck feast

Holiday Potluck

Our annual Holiday Test Kitchen stays close to home this year.
pineapple grill

Sugarcane Skewers

Chef Ryan Luckey of Pineapple Grill shows how to use sugarcane in style.
Maui female chefs

Wāhine Chefs

Who says women can’t take the heat? We talk to wāhine chefs on island.
bbq chef maui

Chef Ostini’s Traveling Grill & BBQ Tips

Chef Frank Ostini shared these tips at his cooking demonstration at the Kapalua Wine & Food Festival.
Maui chef kitchen

Chef’s Kitchen

Dining editor Marti Rosenquist samples brand new Maui eatery, 100 Wines, and talks with Chef Lyndon Honda about this latest culinary concept.
Maui Chef Ryan Luckey

Winning Streak

Four Maui restaurants have the winning stuff.
Maui fishing charter

Hook, Line & Supper (VIDEO + RECIPES)

Our private chef turns an invasive species into a yummy meal. This story includes recipes for Macadamia Nut Caper Sauce and Green Chermoula!

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