Old Lāhainā Lūʻau

Dance and music take audiences on a journey through time.   Story by Serene Gunnison Photographs by Joshua Hardin & Azelan Amundson A pair of torches scarcely illuminates...

Craving Maui

Maui's Latin American restaurants will have your taste buds dancing the salsa. By Carla Tracy, Dining Editor “Liquor is quicker down in Costa Rica” crooned blues...

Slack Key

 George Kahumoku Jr. Maui’s Renaissance man for the Hawaiian Renaissance.    By Peter von Buol with Chris Amundson  It is a beautiful Wednesday evening at Napili Kai Beach...
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Maui Dining Guide 2023

B=Breakfast BR=Brunch L=Lunch H=Happy Hour D=Dinner N=Dinner past 9 p.m. R=Reservation recommended $=Average entrée under $15  $$=Under $25  $$$=Under $40  $$$$=$40+ ♥=Gold & Silver 2022...

A Hui Hou

Fisherman’s Paradise Photograph by Tad Craig A lone fisherman patiently awaits his catch from his perch on the rocky coastline. Behind him, a blazing sunset drowns...

Editor’s Letter

E mālama i nāholoholona lōhiu (Care for wildlife) WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY is a business of long hours and patience. As legendary Maui-based whale photographer and co-founder...

In Their Own Words

Fred Torres OPERATIONS MANAGER AND CULTURAL ADVISOR AT KĀ‘ANAPALI ALI‘I “My dad passed away when I was 5. My mom took care of four boys. We...

Talk Story

Makawao Through the Ages By Serene Gunnison If you were to travel back in time to the Makawao of the 1930s, you might notice parallels to...

Craving Maui

Bartender showdowns and an epic wine festival are on the isle agenda.  By Carla Tracy, Dining Editor CHINESE AND THEN SOME... Situated in the Shops at...

All Aboard!

Trilogy Excursions Trilogy Excursions celebrates 50 years with dolphin, whale sightings, exclusive Lāna‘i sailings and Mom Coon’s world-famous cinnamon buns.  By Carla Tracy, Dining Editor With the...

Trail of Bays

Kapalua Coastal Trail The 1.76-mile Kapalua Coastal Trail traces a coastline of warm-hued beaches and rugged lava points, where hikers can admire views of the...

Fencing Haleakalā

Battling the elements, goats, and bureaucracy to protect the ecosystems at the top of Maui Koa trees and other native species are returning to...

The Magical Nai‘a of Lāna‘i

Lāna‘i's Spinner Dolphins Peer into the world of Lāna‘i’s spinner dolphins through the eyes of a marine naturalist. By Kristina Rau In the sapphire blue waters off...

Oceanfront Oasis

Hale Pau Hana Set overlooking the water at Keawakapu Beach, an outdated restaurant-turned-condo gets a luxurious facelift by one of Maui's most ambitious design firms. Story...

The Spirit of Aloha Online Estate Art Auction

A unique opportunity to own exquisite Hawaiian Art from the estate of Jill and Doug Schatz and make a meaningful impact to students and...

“Brotherly Love”

PHOTOGRAPH BY VICTOR SCHENDEL CANON EOS 5D MARK IV, 1/6 SEC, F/22, ISO 100, 24 MM LENS Waves crash onto lava rocks at Secret Cove Beach,...

Midcentury Modern Marvel in Kahana, Maui

STORY BY HEIDI POOL  |   PHOTOGRAPHY BY TRAVIS ROWAN From this elevated section of Lower Honoapi‘ilani Road in Kahana, no homes are visible — only treetops,...

Hiking the Mākena Coast

STORY BY KYLE ELLISON  |  PHOTOGRAPHS BY HEATHER ELLISON For the first time visitor, Keone‘ō‘io, on Maui’s southern coast, might look completely empty. With the...

A Tribute to Mark Craig Ellman

Maui chef and restauranteur Mark Ellman co-formed the Hawaiʻi Regional Cuisine Movement and launched 17 restaurants with the help of his family, partners...

Sweet Memories: Komoda Store and Bakery

Komoda store and bakery celebrates 105 years in Makawao.

Wahine Making (Big) Waves + VIDEO

In the world of big-wave surfing, the women of Maui are leading the charge.
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Shake, Rattle & Roca

Try these tequila cocktails crafted by Maui’s top mixologists.
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Species on the Brink: Hawaiian Hoary Bat

To catch a glimpse of a hoary bat, “watch a streetlight that attracts moths and bats are attracted to the moths."

Aipono Winners 2022

Maui Nō Ka ‘Oi Magazine presents the 2022 ‘Aipono Restaurant Award Winners What’s in a name? In Hawaiian, ai means “to eat,” and pono means...
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Mushroom Dumplings Recipe

Try this recipe for shrimp and wood ear mushroom dumplings.
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The Fungus Amongus

Blewits and cloud ears and turkey tails … oh boy!
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Paia Pa’ina Premier Cultural Dinner & Show Experience

An oceanfront lūʻau offers amazing performances in the heart of Paia.