It is a sad matter to be faced with this morning in shutdown, one of Maui's most iconic and passionate musicians, Willie K., has lost his battle with cancer. He has graced the pages of MauiTime too many times to count, won the Maui's Best Musician category in Best of Maui more than any other artist. His guitar style is legendary. We wish his ohana condolences in this … [Read more...] about Maui’s Beloved Willie K Passed, Won’t be Forgotten
How the Maui Cannabis Conference bridges education with entrepreneurship
A dozen or so years ago, it was rumored that pakalolo-seeking tourists on Front Street were being sold bags of oregano. Meanwhile, locals knew how to get the stickiest bud–usually from a friend of a friend in Paia. Although Operation Green Harvest was winding down, the whir of any helicopter blades flying overhead would instill fear and secrecy in the island’s best … [Read more...] about How the Maui Cannabis Conference bridges education with entrepreneurship
MauiTime Best of Maui 2017: Best Sushi on Maui: Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar
BEST SUSHI SANSEI SEAFOOD RESTAURANT & SUSHI BAR D.K. Kodama’s Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar has been on our regular dining rotation since 1996, and is your pick for this year’s Best Sushi. We love to start with the Matsuhisa-style Miso Butterfish, and then dive into our favorite nigiri sushi and any number of rolls on their expansive menu, including Sansei’s … [Read more...] about MauiTime Best of Maui 2017: Best Sushi on Maui: Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar
MauiTime Best of Maui 2017: Best Poke on Maui: Kaohu Store
BEST POKE KAOHU STORE If there’s one thing we know on Maui, it’s poke. For some of the freshest on island, your pick for this year’s Best Poke is Kaohu Store. Although eaters go nuts for their Spicy Ninja Poke, this small, family-owned and locally operated poke shop stocks near-endless varieties. Check out their poke goods and plate lunch specials on Twitter and Instagram: … [Read more...] about MauiTime Best of Maui 2017: Best Poke on Maui: Kaohu Store
MauiTime Best of Maui 2017: Best Luau on Maui: Old Lahaina Luau
BEST LUAU Old Lahaina Luau World-renowned and perennial award winner Old Lahaina Lu’au is indeed Lahaina’s oldest luau and your choice for Best Luau on Maui. Old Lahaina Luau is beloved for its respectful presentation of an authentic Hawaiian luau showcasing Hawaiian music, regional cuisine, cultural dances and demos. Seven nights a week, visiting and local guests soak up … [Read more...] about MauiTime Best of Maui 2017: Best Luau on Maui: Old Lahaina Luau