From “Baconnaise” and “Bacon Salt” (brought to us by “everything should taste like bacon” company J&D’s) to novelty bandages (a whole new take on “cured meat”) to award-winning Bacon Vodka, nothing is sizzling on the foodie hot-list quite like bacon. In his book Zingerman’s Guide to Better Bacon, author Ari Weinzweig (co-founder of acclaimed Zingerman’s Community of Businesses) … [Read more...] about Bacon Night at Star Noodle
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Volcano Winery
Hot lava isn’t the only thing making news on the Big Island’s Kilauea Volcano. There’s also the award-winning Volcano Winery, which recently announced a new Pinot Grigio from winemaker Tim Kenny. Volcano Winery is located 4,000 feet up, near Volcano National Park on the slopes of the Big Island’s active southeast volcano. It’s the only winery on the island and grows four … [Read more...] about Volcano Winery
The Annual Maui Crock Pot Cook Off
I love the slow cooker. It’s so Americana. The crock pot even has a Facebook page with over 3,000 fans. This kitchen appliance represents freedom cooking: combine ingredients in the pot, plug it in, put the lid on and check back in a few hours for a tasty meal. But it’s deceptively simple. How do you tweak flavor and texture in a dish that sits for hours unattended, cooking in … [Read more...] about The Annual Maui Crock Pot Cook Off
Wailuku First Friday
Whereas “spreading da aloha” is code for promiscuity, to “practice aloha” is entirely pono—and the theme of this month’s Wailuku First Friday festivities. The night plays host to the opening ceremonies for the annual Festivals of Aloha (6pm), with honorary chairperson Danny Mateo and cultural adviser Kaponoani Molitau presiding, as well as a Mayoral Forum (8pm) hosted by the … [Read more...] about Wailuku First Friday
Wine Dinner at Gerards
Dining at Gerard’s is a one-of-a-kind experience; the award-winning contemporary island-French cuisine is unparalleled on Maui. The dining room takes you on a no-ticket-needed trip to New Orleans with its old world charm, veranda and garden tables. Chef Gerard Reversade is recognized as one of our state’s extraordinary culinary masters, and has spent much of his life creating … [Read more...] about Wine Dinner at Gerards