People always ask me what makes a restaurant successful. Is it the food? Is it the service? What's the elusive combination of elements that creates a winning hit for a restaurant? Unfortunately, there's no easy answer. I've been devouring every tasty morsel made on Maui for the last 43 years and writing about it for the last 20, so I know: there's no definitive formula for … [Read more...] about Jen Russo reflects on MauiTime’s 20th anniversary, what makes a successful Maui restaurant
Haliimaile General Store
Italian Wine Dinner at Hali’imaile General Store
There’s an Italian Wine Dinner at Hali`imaile General Store this Friday, April 28. It includes a five-course meal prepared by Chef Marc McDowell and wine pairings from the Tuscan and Piedmont regions of Italy presented by Master Sommelier Patrick Okubo. This is a really special Maui foodie and wine lover event, so make sure to make reservations in advance. Space is limited. … [Read more...] about Italian Wine Dinner at Hali’imaile General Store
Westin Maui Resort and Spa promotes Jennifer Evetushick to Executive Sous Chef
Jennifer Evetushick is the new Executive Sous Chef at The Westin Maui Resort & Spa. In her new post, Evetushick will lead the 75-associate team responsible for the resort's restaurants banquets, catering and in-room dining operations. “Since joining The Westin Maui in 2012 as Chef de Cuisine, Chef Jenn has continued to be the creative force in the resort’s culinary & … [Read more...] about Westin Maui Resort and Spa promotes Jennifer Evetushick to Executive Sous Chef
Chateau Montelena Wine Dinner at Haliimaile General Store
The Chateau Montelena Wine Dinner will take place at Hali`imaile General Store this Saturday, Oct. 22. The evening will feature award-winning Chateau Montelena wines presented by Master Sommelier Patrick Okubo. Chef Bev Gannon and Chef Marc Powell will prepare a six-course dinner to complement the wines. $150. 5:30pm. Hali`imaile General Store, (900 Hali`imaile Rd., Makawao); … [Read more...] about Chateau Montelena Wine Dinner at Haliimaile General Store
Chef Bev Gannon’s Hali’imaile General Store launches Happy Hour and New Menu Items with Chef Marc McDowell
It’s a mellow Thursday afternoon and I'm hustling up to Hali`imaile to check out the area's big changes. There are people popping into the distillery, visiting the art gallery and working out around me, but I park under the shade of one of their giant Monkeypod trees and cruise across the street to the Hali`imaile General Store. The lunch hour is just getting started as I chat … [Read more...] about Chef Bev Gannon’s Hali’imaile General Store launches Happy Hour and New Menu Items with Chef Marc McDowell