Scotch is generally not thought of as a ladies’ drink. And, admittedly, my forays into Scotch drinking have been sparse—a quick lesson under Charlie Seibert of Capische? and more in-depth studies on the topic of single-malt Scotches with Ron Taylor at Mama’s Fish House. So when I caught wind of the Scotch pairing dinner and cigar tasting at the Grand Wailea with the Glenlivet … [Read more...] about Grand Wailea Toast! Series, Montlhy Pairing Dinners with Industry Professionals
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Ron Taylor Drops Bar Facts at Mamas Fish House
Part of the exquisite enjoyment of the cocktail renaissance is the wealth of knowledge to be had about what you drink. And the beauty of it all is that you don’t have to depend on books. Case in point: Ron Taylor, one of the many talented bartenders at Mama’s Fish House. I dropped in on Taylor without notice on a sunny afternoon in Kuau. With no reservation, I headed straight … [Read more...] about Ron Taylor Drops Bar Facts at Mamas Fish House
Cocktails at Capische
Capische? Hotel Wailea, 555 Kaukahi St., 879-2224 Open daily, bar 4:30pm, restaurant 5:30pm The preparation and enjoyment of cocktails is changing. No longer a social-lubricating afterthought, cocktails have become a part of the meal, used to stimulate the appetite and aid in digestion. Capische? at the Hotel Wailea is hands down one of the sexiest places on-island to sip a … [Read more...] about Cocktails at Capische
Maui Food Event Roundup
Foodies, consider yourselves forewarned: this week is so stuffed with events, there’s no need to go grocery shopping. On Tuesday (November 16), Dining out for Hospice launches—grab a meal at any of the participating restaurants and they’ll donate a portion of the proceeds to Hospice Maui. Lots of Maui establishments are lending their support; go to hospicemaui.org for a … [Read more...] about Maui Food Event Roundup
Famous Dave’s BBQ
Famous Dave’s 736 Front St., Lahaina, 661-1125 Open Sun.-Thurs. 11am-10pm, Fri.-Sat. 11am-11pm Grand opening Tuesday (November 16) Maui, prepare to lick your fingers: America’s rib king, Dave Anderson, is bringing his beloved barbecue to Lahaina. Famous Dave’s will move into the 700 block on Front Street with 16,000 square feet dedicated to dishing pit-smoked ribs, chicken … [Read more...] about Famous Dave’s BBQ