Booze is a tricky thing. We’re living in a kind of Liquor Renaissance, but on Maui we have to tiptoe around the draconian rules of our county Department of Liquor Control. The mixology revival may merely be a backlash against the pre-bottled convenience mixes of the 1970s and ‘80s, or perhaps it ties sustainable farm-to-table practices to bar chefs. Either way, we can now … [Read more...] about 2013 MauiTime Bar Guide
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Cafe Mambo In Paia Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary
When Jamie and Olga Betham bought the Paia restaurant Picnics in 2003, they probably didn’t realize they were picking up a piece of Paia culture. They soon learned that, and wholeheartedly embraced the idea, spending the next few years perfecting Cafe Mambo into their little corner of North Shore culinary heaven. This month, Cafe Mambo celebrates its 10th birthday by offering … [Read more...] about Cafe Mambo In Paia Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary
Get Crabby At Lulus Lahaina and The Westin Kaanapali Ocean Resort Villas Pool and Bar
I always feel a little pity for people who don’t eat seafood. But then my selfish side takes over and I think, “Good–more for me.” My latest passion for crab has been fueled by two spots on the Westside that are doing two completely different preparations on the crustacean. Of course, it helps that Dungeness and snow crab are not mercury-saturated or over-fished. LuLu’s … [Read more...] about Get Crabby At Lulus Lahaina and The Westin Kaanapali Ocean Resort Villas Pool and Bar
2013 Taste of Maui Guide To Local Restaurant Kamaaina Discounts and Deals
The dog days of summer are here, school is back in session and we’re eagerly waiting for a break in the hot weather. You may not know it, but this is also the culinary time of year we like to call Taste of Maui. Believe it or not, this is actually the best time of the year for residents to visit Maui’s best restaurants. That’s because every September the MauiTime office works … [Read more...] about 2013 Taste of Maui Guide To Local Restaurant Kamaaina Discounts and Deals
Mai Tai Festival Says Wendy Augustine Of Haliimaile General Store Makes The Best Mai Tai In The World
Wendy Augustine, a bartender at Hali‘imaile General Store, knows Mai Tais. She knows them so well, in fact, that this weekend her special Mai Tai blend won the coveted title of World’s Best Mai Tai, making her the first ever Maui bartender to win such a victory. The Mai Tai is Hawaii’s signature drink. This is despite the fact that the Mai Tai isn’t really Hawaiian or even … [Read more...] about Mai Tai Festival Says Wendy Augustine Of Haliimaile General Store Makes The Best Mai Tai In The World