In the less than two years that Leoda's Bakery and Pie Shop has been open, it's reached near-legendary status with island pie lovers and has become a favorite for those of us lucky enough to grind there. The little Oluwalu outpost has nearly five stars on all its Yelp reviews and makes fans of visitors and residents alike. Now they have something for the early birds to love: a … [Read more...] about Leoda’s New Breakfast menu by Chef Marcus Whisenant and pastry Chef Shelley Taylor – New Restaurant Review
Leoda's Kitchen and Pie Shop
MauiTime Best of Maui 2013: Best Chef on Maui: Sheldon Simeon
Chef Sheldon Simeon with Chef Julie Yoneyama & Chef Isaac Bancaco. Best Chef Sheldon Simeon Chef Sheldon Simeon sharpened his skills as executive chef at Star Noodle and Leoda’s, and I’ll be forever grateful for his Vietnamese crepe and handheld corn pie. But he achieved fame nationwide with his stint on Bravo’s Top Chef Seattle competition, taking Season 10 by storm. … [Read more...] about MauiTime Best of Maui 2013: Best Chef on Maui: Sheldon Simeon
This Saturday and Sunday, June 15 & 16: @PigandtheLady head to Maui
The Pig and the Lady is a family-operated pop-up serving Vietnamese and French dishes at Farmers Markets across Honolulu. Chef Andrew Le and Mama Le create family-style meals with spins on Vietnamese favorites like pho, spring rolls and stews. On Saturday, the Pig and the Lady will be at Upcountry Farmer’s Market between 7am to 11am on a first come, first served basis. On … [Read more...] about This Saturday and Sunday, June 15 & 16: @PigandtheLady head to Maui
2012 Year in Maui Food, Restaurants, Dining and Drinks
This was the year the word "gastropub" was finally added to the Merriam Websters dictionary. Defined as upscale pub grub, this genre of food had more of a stronghold on the mainland where it has dominated for the last decade, but its popularity has not go unnoticed on Maui. Menus have swelled with gourmet burgers, fancy fries, fish and chips, artisan bread, herb … [Read more...] about 2012 Year in Maui Food, Restaurants, Dining and Drinks
MauiTime Best of Maui 2012: Best New Restaurant on Maui: Fabiani’s
Our readers were pretty clear on this: Lorenzo and Michelle Fabiani have created Maui's best new restaurant, but they made it look easy with their simple Italian menu and impressive bakery. Breakfast, lunch and dinner, paninis, burgers, linguine and pizzas are all served in this casual and homey space that includes a full bar. Eventually you’ll find yourself stopping by to … [Read more...] about MauiTime Best of Maui 2012: Best New Restaurant on Maui: Fabiani’s