Running for: U.S. Senate CURRENT Occupation: Attorney, owns Everything Tailor, a custom suit company with production in Vietnam MAUI TIME WEEKLY: Why should people vote for you? MARK BEATTY: There are three areas I am focused on: education, security (specifically, against illegal drugs) and pro-business efficiency. Dan Akaka, my main competition, ran … [Read more...] about Better Know A Candidate
MauiTime Best of Maui 2006: Best Pizza on Maui: BJ’s Chicago Pizzeria
BEST PIZZA BJ’s Chicago Pizzeria Finally—a BJ that both gents AND ladies can enjoy. At BJ’s Chicago Pizzeria in Lahaina, the live music entertains your ears, the sunset dazzles your eyes and the sizzling, freshly made deep-dish pizza topped with chunky tomatoes and set on a pedestal will tantalize your taste buds. BJ’s narrowly beat out reigning champion Shaka Pizza this … [Read more...] about MauiTime Best of Maui 2006: Best Pizza on Maui: BJ’s Chicago Pizzeria
MauiTime Best of Maui 2006: Best Coffee House on Maui: Starbucks
BEST COFFEE HOUSE Starbucks This world-famous coffee purveyor has taught us that a great morning starts with a rhythmic refrain of exotic cafe jargon and a cup of expensive coffee made exactly how you like it. The addiction only grows once you discover the comfiness of their couches. Starbucks may be the quintessential American corporation with sights to take over … [Read more...] about MauiTime Best of Maui 2006: Best Coffee House on Maui: Starbucks
MauiTime Best of Maui 2006: Best Breakfast on Maui: Gazebo
BEST BREAKFAST Gazebo Gazebo offers the best macadamia nut pancakes, or the best macadamia nut anything for that matter. This little gazebo situated on Napili Bay is only open for breakfast and lunch (7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.) and tables are limited, yet waiting for a table can be comfortable. As a part-time hostess myself, I can appreciate a restaurant that keeps me … [Read more...] about MauiTime Best of Maui 2006: Best Breakfast on Maui: Gazebo
MauiTime Best of Maui 2006: Best Bookstore on Maui: Borders Books & Music
BEST BOOKSTORE Borders Books & Music It’s not an independent like Wailuku’s Maui Booksellers, but you almighty readers have deemed Borders the best bookstore in all the land. It does have the advantage of size and selection, as well as handy little computers that tell you exactly where you can find that one tearjerker Oprah was talking about the other day. The big … [Read more...] about MauiTime Best of Maui 2006: Best Bookstore on Maui: Borders Books & Music