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
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Santa arrives at Hula Grill in Kaanapali
Santa returns to Hula Grill Ka‘anapali this Sunday, Dec. 20. Gather the ohana so you can greet Santa Hawaiian-style. Before his outrigger canoe arrival, keiki are invited to decorate cookies (3pm). Following his arrival, keiki will line up to share their wishes with the barefoot Saint Nick. Parking validation is available with purchase. 4pm. Hula Grill (2435 Ka‘anapali Pkwy.); … [Read more...] about Santa arrives at Hula Grill in Kaanapali
Maui T S Restaurants Concert Series with John Cruz, Raiatea Helm and Walt Keale
Maui T S Restaurants will host a concert series featuring renowned Hawaiian musicians this Thursday through Sunday, Oct. 29 through Nov. 1. Grammy winner John Cruz will perform at Leilani’s on the Beach (Thursday, 2-5pm); Na Hoku Hanohano winner Raiatea Helm will appear at Duke's (Friday, 5-7pm); and Walt Keale will end the weekend at Hula Grill (Sunday, 2:30-5:30pm). Guests … [Read more...] about Maui T S Restaurants Concert Series with John Cruz, Raiatea Helm and Walt Keale
Free Ukulele Lesson with Derick Sebastian at Hula Grill
Kick off the weekend on a high note with a free ukulele lesson from Maui’s Derick Sebastian at Hula Grill this Friday, Aug. 28. Having performed for big names including Boys II Men, Sara Evans, Oprah Winfrey and Steven Tyler, the Maui native continues to spread aloha one strum at a time. All experience levels welcome. Stick around after to catch the ukulele virtuoso live … [Read more...] about Free Ukulele Lesson with Derick Sebastian at Hula Grill
MauiTime Best of Maui 2015: Best Server on Maui: Toni Clark, Hula Grill
BEST SERVER ON MAUI Toni Clark, Hula Grill This Ka‘anapali Beach eatery is the spot for the best service on the island. Toni Clark is the most knowledgeable server–she’ll bring your drinks and food faster than you can say macadamia nut won tons and lilikoi mojito. @Jenrusso 10% (2435 Kaanapali Pkwy.); 808-667-6636; Hulagrillkaanapali.com Runners Up: Renee from South … [Read more...] about MauiTime Best of Maui 2015: Best Server on Maui: Toni Clark, Hula Grill