Moana Cafe has been a mainstay dining option in Paia for many years. It's known for their delectable pastries, breakfast-lunch-dinner schedule and nightlife. So when they closed last May, I was gravely disappointed. But my fears proved short lived when Moana re-opened a few weeks later under new owners David and Yulie Law. "My husband and I are entrepreneurs, mainly in … [Read more...] about Moana Bakery and Cafe is completely new – new menu new owners new look – new maui restaurant review
Moana Cafe
Royal Lahaina’s Mai Tai Mix Off picks three winners from the bartender rumble to go to Kona Fourth Annual Don the Beachcomber Mai Tai Mix-Off
Small pot distilled liquors, fresh fruit forward juices and dark boozy floats are a mixologist's wet dream. Add 10 grand to that and you have a throwdown of the modern Mai Tai, all of it fueled by Sammy's Beach Bar Rum at the Royal Lahaina Resort. Eleven Maui bartenders rumbled last Wednesday for a chance at one of the 30 spots in the annual Don the … [Read more...] about Royal Lahaina’s Mai Tai Mix Off picks three winners from the bartender rumble to go to Kona Fourth Annual Don the Beachcomber Mai Tai Mix-Off
Bonds Away
Given Cats and Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore (2010) is little more than a litter-encrusted turd, it's hardly worth mentioning at all. But, it's been clawing at my conscience how wildly inappropriate the title of this keiki flick is -- obviously, a play on James Bond character Pussy Galore. Undoubtedly, Cats and Dogs caused a few early/uncomfortable birds and bees … [Read more...] about Bonds Away
The Butterfly Effect – Worldwide Water Woman Movement
CLICK BELOW FOR DA KINE CALENDAR LISTINGS 8:30 AM - Sign in at The Green Banana Cafe, Paia 11:00 AM - Begin Launching from Ho'okipa State Park 2:00 PM - Land at Kanaha State Park, Un-rig & Refresh 6:30 PM - Closing Ceremony at Cafe Mambo, Paia 9:00 PM - After party at Moana Cafe, Paia ($10 Cover) Last night, instead of working (or cleaning, or paying bills, or...) I … [Read more...] about The Butterfly Effect – Worldwide Water Woman Movement
Thanksgiving on Maui
Tryptophanatics rejoice, its turkey time! Choice buffets: Coconut Grill (100 W. Kaahumanu Ave.Kahului, HI 96732, 808-871-8881) is featuring a prime rib and seafood buffet $34.95, kids $15.95 and 4 under free, has a seafood bar with oysters on the half shell and crab legs. More seafood selections from the coconut grill include shrimp and clam scampi and dill battered mahi. All … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving on Maui