Just think: Hundreds of years ago, this fertile land grew kalo, niu, kukui, and mai‘a, brought over on canoes by Polynesian voyagers as they settled the Pacific. Even domesticated animals were brought along for the voyage. The Polynesians were isolated on these far-flung islands, but they brought the elements for societal success with them and improvised with what they found. … [Read more...] about Maui Restaurant Issue: How canoe crops and cultural heritage shape Maui’s food scene
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Maui Brewing Company brings aboard chef JoJo Vasquez
Award-winning chef Jojo Vasquez has joined the Maui Brewing Company's Kihei restaurant and brewery. After 13 years in the Hawaiʻi food scene, Vasquez brings his passion for cuisine to the brewery with powerful flavors and sophisticated presentation, all while utilizing the finest local produce. MBC anticipates a major summer influx with the arrival of Vasquez, who was voted … [Read more...] about Maui Brewing Company brings aboard chef JoJo Vasquez
Kapalua Restaurant Week at various Maui Restaurants
Kapalua Restaurant Week will take place at various Maui restaurants from Monday, Oct. 23 through Sunday, Oct. 29. The event is a benefit for the Maui Food Bank's Aloha Backpack Buddies program. All restaurants will offer guests either a two-course or three-course prix fixe menu, or a special menu item. Participating restaurants include Cane and Canoe Restaurant and Hana Hou … [Read more...] about Kapalua Restaurant Week at various Maui Restaurants
Kapalua Restaurant Week on Maui
Kapalua Restaurant Week runs from Monday, May 15 through Sunday, May 21. Taking place at various locations in Kapalua, check out a host of amazing events for lunch and dinner. Guests can join in celebration at The Banyan Tree Restaurant, Burger Shack Kapalua, Cane and Canoe, Hana Hou Bar, Kai Sushi, Pineapple Grill, Taverna, The Plantation House Restaurant, Sansei Seafood … [Read more...] about Kapalua Restaurant Week on Maui