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TABLE OF CONTENTS

ISLAND BUSINESS SEEDS OF CHANGE Technology meets tomatoes at Sensei Farms Lāna‘i. By Sarah Ruppenthal

Features

ADVENTURE HAWAI‘I ON HIGH Flying, forests and fun — Kapalua Ziplines is a must-do activity. By Lara McGlashan

Island Living SPECIAL SECTION

AT HOME HIDDEN HA‘IKŪ Inspired by Balinese design, this North Shore property is island living at its best. By Sarah Ruppenthal

ROOTED IN HAWAI‘I NATIVE PLANTS This photographic essay captures the beauty of Hawai‘i’s rare and endangered endemic plants. By Zach Pezzillo

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GARDENING MINDFUL GARDENING Which native plants work best where you live? We ask an expert. By Lara McGlashan

RESOURCES HOME & GARDEN DIRECTORY Your go-to list for trustworthy local trades.

JONATHON RUSSELL

Cover: This image of a rare hibiscus, captured by photographer Zach Pezzillo, resembles a hula dancer in motion — the perfect celebration of our islands’ flora.

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Departments

CONTRIBUTORS It takes a lot of talent to make Maui Nō Ka ‘Oi the magazine it is.

PUBLISHER’S NOTE By Diane Haynes Woodburn

TALK STORY Tales of Hawai‘i fresh off the coconut wireless. By Lara McGlashan

Dining

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Looking for something to do? Here’s what’s happening on Maui.

WHO’S WHO These local folks are making the Maui scene.

FEATURE THE FUNGUS AMONG US Blewits and cloud ears and turkey tails … oh boy!

CHEF’S KITCHEN NOW HEAR THIS Try this recipe for shrimp and wood ear mushroom dumplings.

Stories by Becky Speere

MIXOLOGY MUSHROOM BUZZ The Murder Hornet from Esters Fair Prospect will have you buzzing!

DINING GUIDE Hungry? Check out this short list of our favorite places to eat all over the island.

PAU HANA How to Speak Chicken By Lara McGlashan

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These shrimp and wood ear mushroom dumplings with kojipickled radish florettes are a work of art — tasty, too! Chef’s Kitchen, p.62

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CONTRIBUTORS

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Sarah Ruppenthal is an award-winning journalist and freelance writer. Her stories have appeared in Maui Nō Ka ‘Oi Magazine, The Honolulu Star-Advertiser and The Maui News, among others. When she’s not working on a story, Ruppenthal can be found relaxing at home on Maui’s north shore with her husband, Matt. Island Business (p.26), At Home (p.40)

Drawing on his experience as a high-end carpenter, Jonathon Russell combines his love of fine craftsmanship with his love of photography to present unique luxury architecture and design to the world. Straight lines, elegant details and natural light inspire his artistry. jbrlifemedia.com | IG @jbrlifemedia

Photographer Jason Moore is a long-time contributor to Maui Nō Ka ‘Oi Magazine who spends his winters working with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration as a research and rescue assistant. Always up for an adventure, he was excited to shoot our zipline story. jasonashleymoore.com Adventure (p.30)

Lara McGlashan has been a writer and editor for more than 25 years, and currently serves as editor-in-chief of Maui Nō Ka ‘Oi Magazine. She resides in Kīhei with her son and cattledog, and learns something new every day about her island home. @laraoxyeditor Talk Story (p.22 &

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“This is for you,” said chef Tylun Pang as he handed me a makana, a present, wrapped with rafia. It was 2017, and Maui Nō Ka ‘Oi had invited chef Pang to design the menu for our Holiday Test Kitchen and to be our mentor in its creation. He had graciously accepted, and on the day of the event, arrived with cooler after cooler of fresh ingredients and all the tools necessary to carry out the preparations. He also had printed up a lovely keepsake menu for each participating staff member to take home. “Why am I getting a gift?” I asked, a little embarrassed. He was giving us so much already. “Because it’s island style,” he said. “You never come to someone’s home empty-handed.” Chef Pang set the bar for island style, epitomizing the best of Hawai‘i and how we love and give. He understood the link between family and community, and how food is the common thread that holds us all together. “Food in a Chinese family is very important, and everyone participates in its preparation in some way or another,” he once told me. “When I was a child, my uncle owned a food stall in [Honolulu’s] Chinatown, and my grandmother was the head chef at Yong Sing, a Chinese restaurant that served delicious dim sum. Some of my fondest memories are wandering in the market with my father and eating freshly sliced char siu [barbecued pork], and watching my grandmother make dim sum at home.” Dim sum translates as “touch the heart,” and those bite-sized, flavorful pockets would become a chef Pang specialty. In fact, they were one of the featured delicacies on our Test Kitchen menu, and one which we toiled over happily under his guidance. “What greater homage to pay to friends, family and guests than to share our culture?” he said as I sampled our hard-earned dim sum (which, for the record, was amazing). “Trends come and go, but the history of a place is always around you.” Chef Pang celebrated the history of the Islands through his cooking. In the 1800s, immigrants came to Hawai‘i to work on the plantations. Chinese, Japanese, Spanish, Korean and Filipino — each group had its own camp, but off the clock, as workers mingled in the fields and mills, their culture and traditions began to influence one another. Chef Pang elevated this uniquely Hawaiian plantation-era fare to an art, creating a sensory experience of time, place and flavor as a tangible expression of love for the islands he called home. During his 40-year career, chef Pang earned numerous accolades, including the very first ‘Aipono Chef of the Year Award in 2002, the ‘Aipono Friend of Agriculture Award in 2012, and the ‘Aipono Lifetime Achievement Award in 2014. He led the culinary team at the Fairmont Kea Lani Maui for more than 25 years, and under his guidance, the resort’s signature restaurant, Kō, won the ‘Aipono Award for Best Hawai‘i Regional Cuisine every year since its opening in 2012. Chef Pang also was poised to receive an honorary doctorate degree from the University of Hawai‘i Maui College for his contributions to its culinary program. Though highly accomplished, chef Pang remained a local boy at heart. He gave selflessly, embracing all things pono (excellent) in his everyday actions, including donating the proceeds of his cookbook, What Maui Likes to Eat, to the UHMC culinary program. He embodied the traditional Hawaiian values of humility and generosity, and was a steadfast and encouraging mentor to his staff and students. “I tell the kids, Make me something you love from your mom’s or auntie’s kitchen. Put your own spin on it,” he once told me. “When food is made with passion, it adds a whole new level to the experience.” Chef Pang passed away in his sleep on May 6, 2022. He leaves behind a legacy of love in the food he created and the students he inspired. To me, he was the heart and soul of Maui‘s culinary community. A big man with an even bigger heart, he showed us that taking care of one another is what matters most. For you, chef. Me ke aloha pumehana (All the love of my heart),

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Once upon a time, the seeds of a California sunflower with the unfortunate name of tarweed traveled some 2,500 miles across the sea, either in the belly of a bird or embedded in a log, to land on the shores of Maui. Eventually they made their way 10,000 feet up the face of Haleakalā and found purchase in lava nook. After five million years of tweaks and adaptations, the humble tarweed became a one-of-a-kind species found only in Hawai‘i known as ‘āhinahina, or silversword. The silversword’s adaptive design works wonderfully well in its daunting environment. Air pockets in its thick, swordlike leaves swell with water when it rains to protect it from drought, and distinctive silver hairs shield them from sunburn and wind. The leaves are arranged in a parabolic shape that directs the sun’s warmth toward the center of the plant to prevent hypothermia, and at the end of its life, the plant calls upon its distant sunflower DNA to send up a six-foot stalk with hundreds of deep purple flowers. Endemic insects pollinate the blossoms, and the resultant seeds surrender themselves to the wind, and are carried to another semi-hospitable lava nook to continue the cycle. Unfortunately, the silversword’s clever design did not account for human interference. In the early 19th century, visitors to Maui were known to rip up ‘āhinahina as souvenirs, and introduced ungulates found them a tasty treat. Soon, the silversword population was all but decimated, and the species was declared endangered. The creation of Haleakalā National Park helped stop the destruction, and the silversword population began to rebound. However, rising temperatures and changing weather patterns due to climate change continue to imperil their habitat. Fortunately, you can help. Stay on marked trails in the Park to avoid damaging ‘āhinahina seedlings. Donate to philanthropic partners such as the Haleakalā Conservancy to fund restoration efforts, or volunteer with a group such as Friends of Haleakalā to help outplant silversword keiki (babies). If we all do our part, we can help preserve ‘āhinahina for generations to come.

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Getting Wild On a free Sunday, my son, Alex, and I decide to check out the Hawai‘i Wildlife Discovery Center at Whalers Village in Kā‘anapali. The center, a partnership between Hawai‘i Wildlife Fund and the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary, is a place for visitors and residents to learn about our native species and gain a deeper appreciation for the Islands. Hannah Bernard, executive director of Hawai‘i Wildlife Fund, greets us and we tour the 5,000-square-foot space. “We have more than 30 exhibits about sea life, Hawaiian culture and conservation,” Bernard says. Alex beelines to a room filled with beanbag chairs. “That’s our Immersive Experience room,” says Bernard. “The film playing is on a six-minute loop so you can enter any

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time and stay as long as you like.” I settle into a beanbag next to Alex and am immediately surrounded by the deep blue water of the Pacific; a humpback whale swims slowly across three walls of the room and out of sight. We watch honu (Hawaiian green sea turtles) hatchlings flip and flop toward the sea, and spinner dolphins seem to smile as they frolic in the waves. Back in the main hall, we play games on an interactive kiosk and watch a video about how to disentangle a whale — just one of the center’s 45 films created by local filmmakers. In an exhibit about Hawai‘i’s whaling past, we find a beautiful 20-foot ship replica, and though I’m loathe to admit it, the artistry of the scrimshaw collection is impressive. Adjacent to the whaling exhibit is the

Kid’s Zone, a space chock-full of tables, art materials, books and bins. “Here, kids can learn about the danger of plastic pollution, and can make art using debris found on the beach,” explains Bernard. We step into the room and, to Alex’s utter delight, the floor tiles are filled with blue goo that squishes and moves around as he steps on them. The “awareness art” display features creations that use upcycled marine debris as media, including a large piece called “Sharktastic” made entirely of jagged bottles that were either swallowed or bitten by sharks. We end our tour in the gift shop, which sells locally made jewelry, photographs, paintings and more. Because a portion of the proceeds goes to support the nonprofit, donation-based center, we buy a couple stuffies for Alex and head back home. Hawai‘i Wildlife Discovery Center, Whalers Village, 2435 Kā‘anapali Pkwy., Kā‘anapali | hawaiiwildlifediscoverycenter.org | IG/FB @hawaiiwildlifediscoverycenter

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Seeds of Change Technology meets tomatoes at Sensei Farms Lāna‘i. Story by Sarah Ruppenthal

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Suffice it to say, Sensei Farms Lāna‘i does not resemble a typical farm. There are no rolling green hills, no barns, no livestock, no tractors. Instead, produce grows inside six sleek, solar-powered hydroponic greenhouses, each measuring 20,000 square feet. The reasons for indoor growing are many, including the fact that the greenhouses take up less land and generate a higher yield per square foot. By many estimates, the farm’s 120,000 square feet of indoor growing space is equivalent to 720,000 square feet (16.5 acres) of open fields, according to Humberto Garcia, engineering and operations director for Sensei Farms Lāna‘i. “We believe the future of farming begins when you challenge the status quo, and in our case, that is outdoor farming,” Garcia says. “By bringing farming indoors, we are working to grow high-quality produce in the most sustainable and efficient way possible.” Growing crops indoors lets farmers maintain the temperature, humidity and the

Above: Six solar-powered hydroponic greenhouses provide almost three acres of growing space. Below: A hydroponic system called the nutrient film technique is used to feed the lettuces. A pump circulates nutrient-enriched water through channels underneath where it makes direct contact with the plants’ bare roots. Apart from nourishing produce, this process also uses nine times less water than traditional growing methods. PHOTOS COURTESY OF SENSEI FARMS LĀNA‘I

The first time I saw a package of Sensei Farms’ cherry-red lettuce at Whole Foods Market in Kahului, I did a double take. Oh my goodness, I thought. That’s some gorgeous lettuce. It was almost too pretty to eat, but eat it I did, and it tasted just as good as it looked. The next day I went back for their Lāna‘i Mix, a beautifully curated assortment of baby greens, and was equally satisfied. Fresh and flavorful? Yes. Aesthetically pleasing? Absolutely. But what makes this lettuce even more distinctive is that it’s sustainably grown in a hydroponic greenhouse at Sensei Farms Lāna‘i. The farm is operated by Sensei Ag, an agricultural-technology company cofounded by Lāna‘i resident and tech entrepreneur Larry Ellison, and prominent cancer physician Dr. David Agus. Though Sensei Ag operates a number of research farms in California, the one on Lāna‘i is its only commercial farm in the United States.

Tomato vines thrive in a controlled growing environment that allows farmers to customize conditions such as light, temperature and humidity. Like many hydroponic farms, Sensei Farms Lāna‘i is not certified as organic by the US Department of Agriculture or the National Organic Standards Board, but all of its produce is non-GMO. Maui Nō Ka ‘Oi Jul-Aug 2022

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Right: Sensei Farms Lāna‘i has produce available for purchase, such as mini plum tomatoes and arugula.

amount of light a plant needs for optimal growth. And a greenhouse’s hydroponic system can deliver a customized amount of nutrient-enriched water directly to a plant’s roots — using 90 percent less water than conventional farming methods. Sensei Ag teamed up with some of the greatest minds in plant science to identify the ideal seeds and cultivars for their products, thereby ensuring that every crop grown contains the maximum nutritional content and has the best appearance, taste and texture. The farm is also a technological standout. For example, state-of-the-art cameras and specialized software allow farmers to determine the health of a particular crop, as well as its nutritional value and the best time to harvest. Ellison and Agus developed Sensei Farms Lāna‘i to provide locally grown produce for the Lāna‘i community and for guests staying at Sensei Lanai, a Four Seasons Resort. But Sensei Ag has taken things a step further: not only is it selling veggies in stores, it also endeavors to grow enough fruits and vegetables for the entire state in its greenhouses, which have the capacity to produce more than one million pounds of food every year. That’s good news for Hawai‘i, which currently imports more than 80 percent of its food. The Lāna‘i farm is Sensei Ag’s pilot project, and the technologies and techniques being developed there will ultimately be used in other states, and eventually other countries. Restaurants throughout Hawai‘i

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“The usual feedback is about the freshness and flavor of our products and how sweet our tomatoes are.”

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A thick band of clouds is gathering atop the West Maui mountain and a breeze picks up as my friend Melissa Rajesh and I leave Kīhei and head to Kapalua. It had been an unusually windy week, the sky a mix of clouds and sun, so the previous day I had called Kapalua Ziplines to make sure the tour was still a go. They assured me that they only close in the case of high winds (55+ mph) or lightning. Otherwise, rain or shine, they zipline! We arrive at check-in and meet up with photographer Jason Moore, who is outfitted with his own official-looking hardhat and a backpack full of photography gear. Rajesh and I get fitted with less-fancy helmets and go outside to meet the rest of our group: a couple celebrating their 10-year anniversary, a family of three from Canada, and a couple from New York — one of whom is a Broadway dancer! Justin McGreavy introduces himself as our guide for the day. “Like Justin Timberlake — not Bieber,” he jokes. We pile into a van and drive to an inconspicuous gate along the Honoapi‘ilani Highway. McGreavy unlocks the gate and we pass through. We park a little farther up the road, get out of the van and split up into several ATVs. As we trek up a bumpy, twisting trail,

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Above: Kapalua Ziplines boasts the longest suspension bridge in Hawai‘i, spanning 360 feet across a deep, bamboo-filled valley. Left: To access the first and longest zipline (2,300 feet), we have to walk single file across a walkway made of netting and wood.

McGreavy explains that the zipline company leases 200 acres of land on the slopes of Mauna Kahālāwai below the Pu‘u Kukui Watershed Preserve. With an average of 350 inches of rainfall each year, Pu‘u Kukui is one of the wettest places on Earth and is a vital source of fresh water for Maui. It’s the largest private nature preserve in Hawai‘i, covering more than 9,000 acres, and also is one of the most sacred places in the Islands. Pu‘u Kukui translates to “hill of enlightenment,” and early Hawaiians considered it wao akua, the realm of the gods. It’s easy to see why. The rich green cliffs jut up into a near-permanent cloud cap, their tops ever shrouded in mystery. Today, a thick mist tumbles up and over the mountain and into the valley above, but the sun still shines on us below. We pull up to a wooden building, get out of the ATVs and head to a viewing deck that looks toward the ocean. The hillside beneath drops away steeply, and in the distance, we can see all of Kapalua and Nāpili, and across the channel, Lāna‘i and Moloka‘i. Inside, McGreavy and his team demonstrate how to put on the zipline harness, a sturdy canvas contraption that resembles a large diaper held aloft by suspenders. McGreavy then shows us a trolley, a set of wheels, metal and straps that will serve as our conveyance for the zipping, and explains how it attaches to the cables. He uses one of the Canadians to demonstrate how he will secure the trolley and clip us onto the cable. Then, with a few tugs here and there, he shortens the woman’s

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shoulder straps and the inglorious canvas diaper suddenly becomes an ergonomic flying seat. “To go faster, hold onto the bar overhead and lean back, and to slow down, open your arms and legs out like a starfish and sit up,” says McGreavy. The woman demonstrates both positions. Seems simple enough. The wind picks up and the clouds get darker, so we each grab a raincoat and our trolley and head to the top of small tower for a test run. The team hooks us up, and two at a time, we launch from the platform, trying both the leaning back and starfish techniques along the way. At the bottom, we reclaim our trolleys, get into the ATVs and head one mile up to the top. As we climb higher into the forest, the foliage becomes denser and more primal. Tall Jurassic-looking ferns line the sides of the road, and the tree trunks beneath a thick canopy of branches are mossy and damp. The road ends at a roundabout and is separated from the preserve by an eight-foot fence that looks as if it’s meant to keep a T. rex captive. I say as much and McGreavy laughs. “It’s actually to prevent pigs and deer from getting in,” he says. “They eat the plants and dig up the soil; then it erodes and runs into the ocean, choking the reefs.” To access the first and longest zipline (2,300 feet), we must go two at a time up and over a narrow suspended walkway. All the ziplines in the course run in pairs, so as each couple launches into the void, their hoots and whoops fade as they speed away. I pair up with Moore and we sit on the platform with our feet braced on either side of a gate as McGreavy and his team attach us to the cable. Then they swing open the gates and we scooch our butts to the edge of the platform. Below my dangling feet is an endless tangle of greenery; ahead, a deep valley over which hangs a long, long (long) cable, swaying slightly in the wind. Our terminus is a platform atop a small hill. Looking closely, I can see mini versions of those who have gone before milling about. As McGreavy counts us down, Moore and I give one another a look, then hop off the platform … and fly. The wind rushes in my ears and the treetops blur. I lean back and pick up a little speed, looking around at the mountains, the ocean, the trees, the clouds. Suddenly, the landing area is rushing toward me. I flap my arms and legs open into a sloppy starfish, which slows me down a little, but I anticipate a rough landing and grab the bar tightly. My trolley hits the brakes over the platform, and I jerk ungracefully to a stop. Clumsy or not, it was an outstanding rush of adrenaline, and I am ready for more. And, since we signed up for a three-hour, six-zipline tour, more I get. Top to bottom: Fully hooked in and safety-checked, I wait with my feet braced against the rails at the top of the test tower, ready to launch. Each zipper has his or her own trolley, a clever contraption of wheels, bars and straps that attaches to the cable above and the harness of the flyer below. Learning to fly: three ... two ... one ... go! Maui Nō Ka ‘Oi Jul-Aug 2022

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To slow down, we open our arms and legs into a “starfish,” creating wind resistance.

Clockwise, from left: A bird’s-eye view of a zipline course; the launch pad is but a speck on the hillside. From the mountain outpost building we have a spectacular view of the West Maui coastline and Lāna‘i across the channel. Melissa Rajesh throws a flyby shaka.

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Top: Our fearless leaders (L–R): Colin Biggs, Justin McGreavy and Kyle Jowers.

After four subsequent zip trips, we arrive at a highlight of the tour: Hawai‘i’s longest and tallest suspension bridge. Soaring some 1,600 feet in the air, the bridge spans 360 feet across a deep valley. Just as we start to cross, the wind and clouds come rushing down the mountainside and blast across the bridge. By the time we reach the center, it’s drizzling and blustery, and we retreat to the shelter of the final zipline platform. But as they said, rain or shine, we zipline, and two by two, we take our last flight through the pelting rain, completing our adventure with smiles all around. Kapalua Ziplines, 500 Office Rd., Kapalua | 808.756.9147 | kapaluaziplines.com | IG/FB @kapaluaziplines

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A natural-wood table is the focal point of the dining area, punctuated by a shell-covered chandelier. A trio of neutraltoned sofas from Restoration Hardware make for a relaxing reading nook, and louvered windows high on the oceanside wall enhance airflow. Right, top to bottom: The home’s Balinese-inspired layout features three separate living areas under one roof. A small, stand-alone structure is roomy enough for an office or yoga studio.

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ookended by its arguably more famous neighbors, Pā‘ia and Hāna on Maui’s North Shore, Ha‘ikū is tucked away from the hustle and bustle. There are no palatial resorts, large shopping malls or even any stoplights — just lush landscapes, smiling locals and cooling rain showers that leave spectacular rainbows in their wake. Here, it’s easy to settle into the rhythm of island life. Just ask Maria and David, who made Ha‘ikū their home five years ago. They were swept away by both the town and their ocean-view residence.

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Top: African mahogany cabinetry and granite countertops add a sense of natural luxury to the kitchen. Above (L–R): Nothing says island living like an outdoor shower! The main living area’s lana‘i looks out over a gently sloping lawn, the perfect place to watch the sunset.

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Simultaneously luxurious and laid-back, the single-story, 2,700-square-foot home has a unique Balinese-inspired layout: three separate living pods linked by breezeways. The central pod is a communal space that consists of the kitchen, dining area and living room. From either side extends an enclosed breezeway. One leads to the primary bedroom, which features an en suite bath and private lānai, and the other to a two-bedroom pod and another lānai. This design offers visual and architectural interest, but it’s also functional; large sliding glass doors, windows and louvers let in plenty of natural light, and are positioned just so to capture the trades and direct them throughout the home — an electricity-free air-conditioning system. Bright white walls and ceilings are the perfect foil for the home’s abundance of natural wood. Exposed beams line the vaulted tongue-and-groove ceilings, which soar above the airy living space. African mahogany cabinets are the highlight of the kitchen, and solid

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Clockwise, from top: The front entrance makes a striking impression with a natural stone pathway, mahogany door and white stucco finish. A window-filled breezeway leads to a living pod with two bedrooms; a similar hall on the opposite side of the home connects the primary bedroom with the living area. Three ocean-facing lānai offer panoramic views.

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bamboo flooring runs from room to room, linking all the spaces together. Stout ‘ōhi‘a posts march around the perimeter of each lānai, supporting the roof and continuing the wood-centric motif outdoors. When it came to designing the interior, Maria wanted to convey the feeling of calm the home gives her. Her aesthetic reflects an appreciation for the natural elements, and her use of raw materials, striking statement pieces, and furnishings in neutral, natural textures, gives the dwelling an unfussy, earthy vibe. Eye-catching antiques and artwork, hanging seashell tassels and other accents boost the personality of each room. Though she loves every square foot of the house, Maria admits that the living/dining area is her favorite space. A thick “T” of interlocking timbers creates an intriguing focal point, and a pair of paddle fans add visual interest while enhancing air circulation. The dining table is a thick slab of natural wood illuminated by a shell-encapsulated

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chandelier. A trio of cozy couches makes for the ideal spot to read a book or drift into a sun-dappled nap, and oversized sliding glass doors open to a covered lānai with views of the ocean, Mauna Kahālāwai, and, on a clear day, our sister island of Moloka‘i. Step through the sliders and onto the stone patio. From here, the lawn slopes gently toward the sea, and plush outdoor furnishings with deep cushions invite you to sit and watch the day fade away. This lānai design is repeated on a smaller scale in the main bedroom, which is outfitted with two chaise lounges with navy-blue cushions. The floor of the primary bedroom is covered with a handwoven jute rug, and earth-toned furnishings and accent pieces Top (L–R): The vaulted tongue-and-groove ceilings and exposed beams featured throughout the home give the primary bedroom an airy ambiance. A deep soaker tub positioned beneath a picture window affords a lush garden view. Left: An antique armoire and dangling seashell accent from Pearl Butik in Pā‘ia decorate the breezeway between the main living pod and the primary suite.

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One of the smaller bedrooms functions as a media room, featuring a cozy sofa from Hue Home + Design. Mahogany cabinets frame the flatscreen TV, and a faux-skin rug adds a touch of rustic charm.

give the room a tranquil vibe. The mahogany vanity in the en suite bath floats above the travertine floor, and a luxurious soaker tub is perfectly positioned beneath a large picture window with idyllic views of the garden. With its cohesive indoor-outdoor style and use of natural materials, the main house and its two-car garage blend well with the surrounding environment. And although the home is situated on two agriculturally zoned acres, Maria and David chose to keep the landscape simple, with fruit trees and towering coconut palms that practically cry

out for a hammock. Behind the house is a detached 200square-foot building that has served the owners as both a home office and a yoga studio. The couple replaced the previous exterior deck with more durable ipe so that in the mornings or on cool afternoons, yoga can be practiced outside. This part of the island has the best of what Mother Nature has to offer. For Maria, that includes the gentle ocean breezes, the soothing sound of raindrops falling on leaves at night, and the breathtaking sunsets that transform the evening sky. “I can’t believe how stunningly beautiful it is [in Ha‘ikū],” she says. “There’s nothing else like it.”

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KOKI‘O ‘ULA‘ULA — HIBISCUS KOKIO SUBSPECIES SAINTJOHNIANUS This beautiful and rare hibiscus is endemic to the northwest side of Kaua‘i. It is well known for its coralred and deep orange flowers. Sadly, this endangered plant is threatened by habitat loss, introduced pests, ungulates and climate change.

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‘IWA‘IWA — DORYOPTERIS DECIPIENS This drought-tolerant fern often sprouts after heavy winter rains. It can be found growing out of cracks and crevices in dry forests and scrublands, and on exposed basalt. After reaching maturity, the lacy ferns dry out and become clusters of unremarkable, desiccated fronds.

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NAUPAKA KAHAKAI — SCAEVOLA TACCADA This indigenous shrub is widespread throughout the coastal regions of Hawai‘i, and does well in landscaping as a hedge. It has large, thick leaves and beautiful “half flowers,” which are an important source of nectar for native yellow-faced bees. The flowers, which range in color from white to purple to yellow, turn into soft, white fruit.

‘ŌHAI — SESBANIA TOMENTOSA (above) This endemic sprawling plant once grew abundantly in dry coastal shrublands, on cliffs and in forests across the Hawaiian Islands. Today, only a small number remain in protected areas. The flowers range in color from red to yellow, and are an important source of nectar for native pollinators. These drought-tolerant plants can be as small as a shrub or as large as 20foot tree, and do well as a ground cover in very sunny areas.

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‘UKI‘UKI — DIANELLA SANDWICENSIS It’s always a treat to see these delicate purple flowers sticking up through the long leaves of this native lily. Found on all the main Hawaiian Islands, ‘uki‘uki thrives in a wide variety of habitats and is a great native plant to have in your yard. It is very hardy and does well in both full sun and full shade.

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NEHE — WOLLASTONIA LAVARUM Found across Maui Nui and on Hawai‘i Island, this endemic aster grows in low-elevation coastal and dry-forest ecosystems. Its gray-green leaves are covered in small, stiff bristles, giving them a sandpaper-like texture. The bright yellow flowers stand out, especially when growing on bare lava fields, and are a key nectar source for native insects.

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MĀMANE — SOPHORA CHRYSOPHYLLA (above) Māmane is found largely in the subalpine regions of Haleakalā and on Hawai‘i Island. In the spring and summer, the bright yellow flowers light up the mountainside, attracting thousands of birds; at Haleakalā National Park, ‘i‘iwi, ‘amakihi and ‘apapane can be seen flitting among the flower clusters. Once pollinated, the flowers turn into long pendant pods with dense hairs and “wings” that twist down their length. On windy days, listen closely and you can hear the seeds rattling inside.

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‘ŌHI‘A LEHUA — METROSIDEROS POLYMORPHA With eight recognized varieties, this tree thrives in nearly every landscape and ecosystem in Hawai‘i, and is the most common native tree in the Islands. It grows as a small shrub on lava or in bogs, but in favorable conditions it can reach heights of 100 feet or more. Its flowers range in color from red to salmon to pink to yellow.

‘ILIE‘E — PLUMBAGO ZEYLANICA (at left) This sprawling ground cover can be found in dry and moderately wet low-elevation shrubland and forests. The calyx at the base of the flower is covered in sticky hairs that readily cling to the fur and feathers of animals — and the leg hairs and pants of humans! This adaptation helps distribute its seeds to surrounding areas, and even other islands.

HIDDEN-PETALED ABUTILON — ABUTILON EREMITOPETALUM This critically endangered species is endemic to Lāna‘i, and is found on only a single site on the windward side of the island. The shrub grows naturally at elevations of between 700 and 1,700 feet, and has been nearly wiped out by invasive deer. The petals of its flowers are shorter than the sepals, hence the “hidden” part of its name. Maui Nō Ka ‘Oi ∗ Island Living Jul-Aug 2022

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Milo (Thespesia populnea) Pacific rosewood, Indian tulip, portia

This tree/shrub has tulip-shaped flowers and heart-shaped leaves and can tolerate brackish water.

Milo wood is used to make bowls and plates and its bark is used to make cordage.

Kukui (Aleurites moluccana) Candlenut

The pale green leaves of this tree can be recognized from a distance. It grows in low to middle elevations and can reach heights of 80 feet.

The oil from kukui nuts was used as fuel for lamps, and the inner bark can be used to dye kapa (barkcloth).

‘Ilima papa (Sida fallax) Golden mallow

Deer dislike the taste of ‘ilima, a hardy ground cover that thrives in full sun. Its flowers come in shades of green, gold, bronze and red.

Hawaiians string up to 1,000 ‘ilima blossoms together to make a single lei. The petals also can be used in a salad for color and flavor.

COASTAL, WET Hala (Pandanus tectorius) Screwpine

This tree has dark-green sword-shaped leaves with small spines. It stands on distinctive stilt (aerial) roots.

Hala leaves are woven into mats, thatch, etc. Its fruit are buoyant and resistant to salt water, and spread to new areas via ocean currents.

‘Uki‘uki (Dianella sandwicensis) Hawaiian lily

This durable ground cover is related to the lily, and has grasslike leaves and small purple fruits.

Polynesians used ‘uki‘uki leaves for thatching and the berries to make a bluish-purple dye.

UPCOUNTRY/MOUNTAIN Koa (Acacia koa)

Koa is the largest native tree species in the Islands, reaching heights of up to 115 feet. It is fast-growing, and can gain as much as an inch in diameter every year.

Koa was considered the wood of ali‘i (Hawaiian royalty). Its uses range from canoes to fine furniture, surfboards to ‘ukulele.

Wiliwili (Erythrina sandwicensis) Hawaiian coral tree

Wiliwili means “twisted,” and refers to the seedpods which twist as they dry and open. These trees are deciduous, losing their leaves in the winter months.

This species was nearly eradicated by an invasive wasp, but conservation efforts saved wiliwili from extinction.

A‘a‘li‘i (Dodonaea viscosa) Hawaiian hopseed

This shrub/tree is drought-, salt- and windresistant, and can grow up to 30 feet high.

Native Hawaiians used a‘a‘li‘i wood to make house posts, canoes and spears; the fruits to make red dye; and the flowers to make lei.

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symbiotic relationship. Also, you can extend the habitat of native wildlife many miles into the city. For example, I’ve seen pueo [Hawaiian owls] hunt before sunset in residential parking lots that are heavily planted with native trees. Should you take out existing nonnative plants and replace them with native ones? If your goal is to support the island’s ecosystems and habitats, then I recommend replacing any plant that you’re not absolutely “in love” with in your landscape. Native plants and trees almost always thrive better, so if you decide to swap them out, here are my suggestions: � Trade naupaka (Scaevola seicea) for yellow hibiscus, which is disease-prone and becomes woody. � Plant nehe (Wollastonia integrifolia) instead of wedelia as a ground cover. Wedelia is prone to slugs and snails and can overtake areas if not maintained. � Swap ‘akia (Wikstroemia uva-ursi) for common natal plum. ‘Akia is low maintenance and provides habitat for native species.

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� Plant wiliwili (Erythrina sandwicensis) trees in place of invasive tulip trees that spread easily. � Instead of yew pine, use koa to establish a large “king’s canopy” for shade and healthy undergrowth. Are any introduced plant species actually harmful to the environment? I usually caution against planting most fountain grass varieties. In Hawai‘i, they spread very quickly, choking out the space and nutrients from a habitat. What is the biggest mistake people make with native plants? Overwatering. Most are drought-tolerant and don’t need much water. Where can people buy native plants? Always visit your local nursery providers first, and buy from growers that are closest to you who will carry species that thrive in your area.

Shop for native plants at these local nurseries: Maui Native Nursery, 1267 Na‘alae Rd., Kula | 808.878.8276 | mauinativenursery.com Ho‘olawa Farms, 3 Kahiapo Pl., Ha‘ikū | 808.283.9154 | hoolawafarms.com Maui Nō Ka ‘Oi ∗ Island Living Jul-Aug 2022

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Aloha, mushroom freaks! As soon as I read this email header, I knew I was going to love this workshop. The intensive backyard mushroom-growing course led by Dave Pollmiller and Chase McLean, owners of Tropical Fungi Academy, included two full days of online instruction, and two days of hands-on foraging, identifying and cultivating mushrooms. And as the icing on the mushroom cap: we would enjoy a curated fungal feast! For the first part of the class, I learn via Zoom about the anatomy and growth cycles of mushrooms, and get a crash course on how to identify deadly versus edible varieties of fungi. In Hawai‘i, the most dangerous mushroom is Amanita mormorata, also known as the marbled death cap. According to Pollmiller, ingestion leads to violent vomiting and possible death. Accurately determining if a mushroom is dangerous or benign takes years of experience,

Our mushroom feast includes stir-fried glass noodles generously topped with wood ear mushrooms, soybeans and herbs.

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Top row (L–R): Wood ear mushrooms often grow on decaying logs. We discovered lots of treasures in the wood chips. Center row (L–R): A dissection of a straw mushroom reveals its “veil.” Aseroe rubra, aka the anemone stinkhorn, is a common find in Hawai‘i’s forests. An inside look at a stinkhorn. The pores on the underside of a mushroom resemble the cells of a sponge. Bottom row (L–R): Dave Pollmiller shows us a stack of inoculated logs-in-progress. Chase McLean uncovers a bounty of straw mushrooms in a pile of wood chips and twigs.

but for the layperson it comes down to this common-sense edict: If in doubt, throw it out! Still, Pollmiller’s death-cap warning so adequately disturbs me that I order one of his suggested books the minute our Zoom class ends: Mushrooms of Hawai‘i: An Identification Guide. Later that week, we join Pollmiller and McLean on a private, fiveacre estate for the hands-on part of the course. Our motley group of 20 “mushroom freaks” includes a retired professor of astronomy and oceanography from UH Maui College, a former flight attendant, a pro windsurfer and his two daughters, and an IT guy. Though our backgrounds vary greatly, we are all jazzed to get our ’shroom on. Pollmiller and McLean break us into groups of five, hand each of us several sheets of wax paper, then dispatch us to forage for fungi. We return 90 minutes later, beaming with success, and spread out our finds on a 12-foot table. Our booty includes a multitude of brown,

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shriveled caps; some slimy reddish ’shrooms; and several varieties of fungi clinging to sticks and branches. “This is more than we were expecting you to find!” McLean says happily. “Dave and I will identify them while you all take a lunch break.” Our mushroom aficionados go off to get technical while we happily munch on our brown-bag lunches. I use the remainder of the break to stroll through the gardens, enjoy the flowers and muse over my mushroom findings. We reconvene at 1 p.m., and McLean reiterates how delighted he is with our collection and the number of varieties we discovered. “You’ve gathered a total of 19 different fungi, and we can identify nearly all of them,” says McLean. Nearly all? I’m reminded that even an expert can have problems identifying a particular mushroom, and once again mutter to myself, If in doubt, throw it out!

Clockwise, from top left: Pollmiller chats about his favorite fungi. For the “burrito” propagation technique, chop the mushrooms, spread them on a damp paper bag and roll it up. Layering mushrooms and cardboard in a plastic container is an easy way to grow some goodness.

“It’s a good idea to keep a field book of all the mushrooms you come across,” says McLean. “Record its name, where you found it, the elevation, surrounding environment — for instance, a grassy area or beneath a specific type of tree — the color of the cap and whether it’s veiled, a description of the stipe [stalk], if there is an annulus [collar], and if the underside has pores or gills.” “We’ll also show you how to do an imprint — like a mushroom fingerprint — to further identify it,” adds Pollmiller. We spend the rest of the afternoon identifying, dissecting and recording our mushrooms, before heading home for the evening. We meet back at the property the next morning to learn about mushroom cultivation. “Everyone can grow mushrooms in their own backyards,” says Pollmiller. “There are different ways to accomplish this with everyday items like cardboard, paper bags and banana leaves.” “You can even grow them in coffee grounds,” adds McLean. Under a large tent, we find the aforementioned materials, as well as a stash of power tools, freshly cut tree trunks, buckets and inoculating devices — long metal tubes with a plunger on one end that look like oversized syringes. “You will be inoculating [injecting] these eucalyptus trunks with shiitake spores,” says Pollmiller. “First, drill half-inch holes along the

length of the trunk, about six inches apart.” He does just that, then grabs an inoculating device and jabs it several times into a bag of shiitake substrate. “Next, insert [the contents] into the holes you’ve just drilled.” Pollmiller plunges, fills and injects his log over and over, then moves to the next table. “Each plug needs to be sealed completely with hot paraffin wax,” says McLean, demonstrating how to use a brush to carefully seal the holes. “Then tag the log with the date and mushroom-spore type — in this case shiitake — and put it in an accessible, shady area so you can check it regularly. It takes anywhere from six to eight months to produce fruiting bodies.” Eager to DIY our own ’shroom farms, we organize a production line and get to work drilling, filling and tagging 40-some logs. Maui Nō Ka ‘Oi Jul-Aug 2022

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Our mushroom “parfaits” consist of alternating layers of inoculated oyster mushroom spores, cardboard and coffee grounds.

Left: Believe it or not, used coffee grounds are a good medium for growing mycelium. Right: To help identify our mushroomsto-be, we secure tin plates embossed with the date and mushroom-spore type to the ends of our logs. Bottom row: The inoculating device is filled with a spore-infused medium and inserted into a predrilled hole. Pressing down on the plunger forces the substrate into the log. Each log can host 12 to 15 injection sites.

“Why don’t you use beeswax?” asks one man as we paint closed the holes in our logs. “We’ve actually tried it, but found that ants eat the beeswax,” says McLean. “They don’t eat paraffin.” McLean and Pollmiller show us several other propagation techniques, including the burrito method, where you chop up storebought oyster mushrooms, spread them on a damp paper bag and roll it up. We also drill holes in buckets and place banana leaves in

alternating layers with Grey Dove oyster mushroom substrate. But my favorite is the parfait method: alternating layers of coffee grounds, damp cardboard strips and mushroom substrate in a Mason jar. At end of the day, we eye our completed projects with satisfaction. Then we join Pollmiller and McLean for our promised fungal feast. “Chef Nicot [Andrianarisandy] has prepared our evening’s menu,” says McLean. He holds

up a branch covered with brown, jelly-like mushrooms and shakes it a little; the fungus wiggles to and fro. “He will demonstrate how to cook these wood ear mushrooms.” As if conjured by his words, chef Andrianarisandy appears with our meal: stir-fry noodles and shrimp-and-wood-ear-mushroom dumplings. “Let’s eat!” says McLean, and we dig in. For chef Andrianarisandy’s dumpling recipe, turn to page 68.

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Dinner is served! Steamed dumplings garnished with koji-pickled radish cut into cherry-blossom shapes.

As part of our mushroom-growing workshop, we’re treated to a fungus-forward gourmet dinner. Curious as to our meal’s preparation, I slip into the makeshift kitchen to niele [nose around]. I see a chef in a black coat and jeans making dumplings. He looks up and smiles. “Hi! I’m Nicot Andrianarisandy,” he says, sounding out the longest name I have ever heard. I roll his name around on my tongue for a minute, then ask where he is from. “Madagascar,” he says, then gives me a brief portrait of his homeland: it’s the fourth largest island in the world, is as big as California, and is approximately 9,000 miles away from Hawai‘i off the coast of South Africa. Andrianarisandy also tells me he discovered his love of cooking while working in restaurants as a college student. Today, he has a private catering company here on Maui called Hawaiian Chef’s Table. I watch as he preps the dumplings for our dinner. “I’m using wood ear mushrooms so you can see how to incorporate them into different recipes,” he explains as he dices up some fungus. I am familiar with this variety; it grows near my home and I forage for it regularly. Auricularia auricula — aka wood ear, cloud ear, jelly, or black mushrooms — have been cultivated in China since around 600 A.D. Research indicates that they contain several beneficial bioactive compounds, and that they are anti-viral, anti-tumor and anti-inflammatory. Excited to try his creations, I rejoin my fellow mushroom freaks outside. Soon enough, dinner is served, and we each grab a plate and sit on the lawn to enjoy our meals. I bite into my dumpling and taste — heaven. Wood ear mushrooms immediately become a must-have staple for my kitchen. Try Andrianarisandy’s recipe for shrimp and wood ear dumplings and become a fan of the fungus! Chef Nicot Andrianarisandy, Hawaiian Chef’s Table | chefonmaui.com | 808.365.2397 | IG @hawaiianchefstable

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Top to bottom: A bowl of rehydrated wood ear mushrooms stands at the ready. Chef Andrianarisandy prepares the ingredients. Dampening a wonton wrapper with water gives it a better seal. Folding and pinching the dough into the perfect shape takes a masterful hand.

Shrimp and Wood Ear Mushroom Dumplings

Prep time: 1 hour | Yield: 40 dumplings DUMPLINGS 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 (1-ounce) package dried, shredded wood ear mushrooms thumb-sized piece ginger, peeled and finely grated 3 tablespoons soy sauce 40 wonton wrappers DIPPING SAUCE 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon vinegar chili pepper flakes, to taste

DIRECTIONS Soak mushrooms in water for 30 minutes, or overnight. Drain, then rough chop into ¼-inch pieces. Place shrimp in a food processor and puree, or hand chop until it reaches a paste-like consistency. In a bowl, combine shrimp, ginger, mushrooms and soy sauce. Scoop ½ teaspoon of mixture into each wonton wrapper. Dampen wrapper edges and fold over into a triangle. Press edges together firmly all around. Steam dumplings 8 minutes in a bamboo steamer, fry in a skillet until golden, or place in hot broth and simmer until tender. Add dipping sauce ingredients to a bowl and whisk to combine. Serve dumplings with sauce on the side.

Our chef holds up a pan of finish dumplings. Off to the steamer!

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Mushroom Buzz Story by Becky Speere

When challenged by Maui Nō Ka ‘Oi Magazine to design a mushroom cocktail, Jessica Everett, partner and mixologist at Esters Fair Prospect in Wailuku, created the Murder Hornet. “It’s a Japanese-inspired Bees Knees,” says Everett, referencing the drink made famous in 1921 by the Ritz-Carlton in Paris. “It has a nice balance of sweet, tart, bitter and savory, and the maitake mushrooms don’t overshadow the other flavors.” Also known as hen-of-the woods, maitake grow

bouquet-like at the base of trees and have been used for centuries in Asian medicine. They offer a multitude of health compounds, including vitamin D for healthy bones and beta-glucan to improve heart health, boost immunity and prevent cancer. The Maitake Honey Syrup mixed with lemon juice and ice water alone makes a great mocktail on a sultry Maui afternoon. But add Japanese Roku gin, with its natural botanicals, and bitters for a kick of savory spice, and you’ll be buzzing all day!

Murder Hornet Makes 1 cocktail

2 ounces Roku gin 1 ounce fresh yuzu juice (or 50/50 lemon/lime juice) 3/4 ounce Maitake Honey Syrup (See recipe.) 2 dashes Angostura bitters handful ice GARNISH 1 tablespoon each sugar, salt and maitake mushroom powder*

Add ingredients to a shaker cup and shake until syrup is blended. Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Mix together garnish ingredients and sift over top of cocktail.

Add ingredients to a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes. Allow to cool then puree and refrigerate overnight. When ready to use, strain through a fine sieve. Have some left over? Add to marinades or salad dressings for variety.

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MAITAKE HONEY SYRUP ½ cup maitake mushrooms** 1 cup water 2 cups honey pinch salt

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Dining Guide More listings at MauiMagazine.net/DiningGuide MERRIMAN’S KAPALUA 1 Bay Club Pl., Kapalua, 669-6400 Peter Merriman casts his spell on seafood, local beef and produce to create the most delectable fare. Pacific Rim. BR (Sun), L, D, R, $$–$$$$ MISO PHAT SUSHI Kahana Manor, 4310 L. Honoapi‘ilani Rd., #111, Kahana, 669-9010 See South Shore listing. MOKU ROOTS 335 Keawe St., Lahaina, 214-5106 This vegan/vegetarian venue is worth a visit. Winner of the 2019 Silver ‘Aipono for Best New Restaurant and 2020 Silver for Tastiest Healthy Fare. Vegetarian/ Vegan. B, L, D, $ MONKEYPOD KITCHEN Whalers Village, 2435 Kā‘anapali Pkwy., Kā‘anapali, 878-6763 See South Shore listing.

PIZZA PARADISO MEDITERRANEAN GRILL 3350 L. Honoapi‘ilani Hwy., Kā‘anapali, 667-2929 Juicy gyros, flavorful falafel in warm pita with a side of tabbouleh, kabob platters and pizza. Dine in or take out. Pizza/Mediterranean. L, D, $–$$ PRISON STREET PIZZA 133 Prison St., Lahaina, 662-3332 East Coast-style pizza, Caesar salad, calzones and more. Italian/Pizza. L, D, $ ROY’S 2290 Kā‘anapali Pkwy., Kā‘anapali, 669-6999 Line up for a great Maui burger at lunchtime. For dinner, dive into Roy’s blackened ‘ahi with soy mustard, ume tsukudani, daikon and pickled ginger. Save room for the signature Melting Hot Chocolate Souffle! Pacific Rim. B, L, H, D, $$$$

OLD LĀHAINA LŪ‘AU 1251 Front St., Lahaina, 667-0700 Eat lomilomi salmon and haupia (coconut pudding) like a Hawaiian. Reserve this popular lū‘au far in advance. Open bar. Kid-friendly. Lū‘au. D, R, $$$$

ROYAL OCEAN TERRACE RESTAURANT Royal Lahaina Resort & Spa, 2780 Keka‘a Dr., Kā‘anapali, 661-3611 Breakfast offerings include loco moco and eggs Benedict, or go light with avocado toast topped with microgreens. Burgers and prime rib, too. Pacific Rim. B, L, D, $–$$

PACIFIC’O ON THE BEACH 505 Front St., Lahaina, 667-4341 Owner Louis Coulombe and managing partners Michele and Qiana DiBari (of Sale Pepe) reimagined this beachfront venue with a new menu by chef Isaac Bancaco. Try the cacio e pepe pasta, Kobe beef shortribs or herb-crusted ‘ahi. Pacific Rim. D, $-$$$

SALE PEPE 878 Front St., Lahaina, 667-7667 Brick-oven-fired pizza and flatbreads highlight a menu that changes daily, with items like pancetta and ceci puree on grilled crostini and house-made strozzapreti pasta — just like chef Michele Di Bari’s mama makes in Italy. Good Italian wines and beer. Italian/Pizza. D, $$

PĀ‘IA FISH MARKET RESTAURANT 632 Front St., Lahaina, 662-3456 See North Shore listing.

SANSEI SEAFOOD RESTAURANT & SUSHI BAR 600 S. Office Rd., Kapalua, 669-6286 Small and action-packed, D.K. Kodama’s classy sushi bar draws lines late into the night. Try a Kenny G roll (snapper with shiso and ponzu sauce) with a sip of sake. Pacific Rim/Sushi. D, N, R, $$$

PAPA‘AINA Pioneer Inn, 658 Wharf St., Lahaina, 661-3636 Try the curated menu from Bravo’s Top Chef competitor Lee Anne Wong. Smoked salmon Benedict for breakfast, cheesy kālua-pork nachos and a cold beer at happy hour. Dig into a plate of linguini with shrimp and Portuguese sausage for dinner. Pacific Rim. B, L, H, D, $–$$

THE SEA HOUSE RESTAURANT Napili Kai Beach Resort, 5900 L. Honoapi‘ilani Rd., Nāpili, 669-1500 Start the day with oven-baked pancakes laden with

fruit. Enjoy coconut-crusted shrimp as the sun sinks into Nāpili Bay. On Wednesdays, stay for Grammy Award-winner George Kahumoku Jr.’s Masters of Hawaiian Slack-Key Guitar. Pacific Rim. B, L, H, D, $$$ SON’Z STEAKHOUSE Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa, 200 Nohea Kai Dr., Kā‘anapali, 667-4506 Moroccan-spiced blackened ‘ahi with soy-mustard sauce will rock your evening. Sink your teeth into filet mignon carpaccio, rib-eye steak, or mahimahi in lemoncaper butter. Pacific Rim/Steak. H, D, N, $$–$$$$ STAR NOODLE 1285 Front St., Lahaina, 667-5400 Big-city style and local flavors unite. Enjoy a Golden Star sparkling jasmine tea as you drink in the view of Lāna‘i across the channel. The ramen broth is extra smoky, the Singapore noodles bright and flavorful. Asian. L, D, $$ TAVERNA 2000 Village Rd., Kapalua, 667-2426 Dining heaven. House-made pasta, agrodolce-style fish of the day and Italian desserts stand up to the grand finale: espresso with grappa. Great wine, cocktails and craft beer. Italian. B, L, H, D, $$-$$$ TEDDY’S BIGGER BURGERS 335 Keawe St., Lahaina, 661-9111 The staff hand-pat the burgers, charbroil them to order and serve them in a fun diner ambiance. Kid-friendly. American. L, D, $ THAI CHEF Old Lahaina Center, 878 Front St., Lahaina, 667-2814 This well-loved venue keeps diners coming back. Commendable curries, fresh prawn spring rolls and beef salad drenched in tangy sauce. Thai. L, D, $ TOMMY BAHAMA’S MARLIN BAR 900 Front St., Lahaina, 500-6204. Blackened mahimahi tacos, furikake and sriracha aioli tater tots, and worldfamous coconut shrimp. Great drinks, too! Pacific Rim. L, H, D, $-$$

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ULULANI’S HAWAIIAN SHAVE ICE 790 Front St., Lahaina, 877-3700 Second West Maui location: Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa, 200 Nohea Kai Dr., Kā‘anapali Homemade tropical-flavored syrups such as liliko‘i and coconut set this shave-ice business apart. Kid-friendly. Treats. $ ‘ŪMALU Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa, 200 Nohea Kai Dr., Kā‘anapali, 667-4902 Head poolside for Kobe beef sliders or ‘ahi poke nachos. Knock back a “Mutiny on the Carthaginian” cocktail inspired by Lahaina’s rowdy whaling past. Live music nightly. American/Pacific Rim. L, H, D, $$$

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WAIKIKI BREWING COMPANY 900 Front St., Lahaina, 856-0036 Paddy’s Irish Stout and Waikele Wheat brew temper the heat of the jalapeño queso dip served with a giant pretzel. Follow it up with smoked Kona-coffee-rubbed beef brisket and cheddar potato cake and you’ll be one happy patron. American. BR, L, D, $–$$ WELOWELO Kā‘anapali Beach Hotel, 2525 Kā‘anapali Pkwy., Kā‘anapali, 262-8450 Poolside bar and grill offering unique Hawai‘i regional fare, pizzas, burgers and salads. Stop in for a cool cocktail or tropical ice cream. Hawai‘i Regional. L, D, $-$$

SOUTH SHORE 1054 TOGOSHI South Maui Center, 95 E. Līpoa St., Kīhei, 868-0307 Chef Manabu’s 25 years as a sushi chef — two as head chef at Morimoto’s Maui — shine through in fresh sashimi and sushi. Closed Mondays and the last Tuesday of each month. Sushi. D, $–$$ AKAMAI COFFEE COMPANY 1325 S. Kīhei Rd., #100, Kīhei, 868-3251 Second South Shore location: 116 Wailea Ike Dr., Wailea, 868-0003 Experience coffee and espresso done right at this 2020 ‘Aipono Gold Award-winner for Best Coffee Shop. Coffee Shop. $

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Dining Guide More listings at MauiMagazine.net/DiningGuide FABIANI’S PIZZERIA & BAKERY South Maui Center, 95 E. Līpoa St., Kīhei, 874-0888 Enjoy bagels and lox, fresh croissants, caprese salad with local tomatoes, thin-crust and gluten-free pizza, and spaghetti with house-made pork sausage meatballs. Italian/ Bakery. HR, D, $–$$ FAT DADDY’S SMOKEHOUSE 1913 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 879-8711 Amazingly delicious pulled pork, beef brisket and pork ribs smoked for 15 hours over kiawe. Enjoy sides like cornbread, chili-garlic beans and two cabbage slaws: one sweet/tart and one with blue cheese and apples. American. D, $–$$ FERRARO’S BAR E RISTORANTE Four Seasons Resort Maui, 3900 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, 8748000 For lunch, enjoy a veggie quesadilla or a grilled tenderloin sandwich served poolside. For dinner, salumi and lobster tagliatelle. Italian. L, H, D, $$$$ FORK & SALAD 1279 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 879-3675 Chef/owners Cody, Travis and Jaron serve up green superfoods topped with pastrami-style seared ‘ahi, baked quinoa falafel, or ginger tofu. Vegan, gluten- and dairy-free options. See also Central listing. International. L, D, $ FOUR SEASONS LOBBY LOUNGE Four Seasons Resort Maui, 3900 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, 874-8000 Impeccable service, a locally sourced menu, swanky cocktails and performances by local musicians. Pacific Rim. H, D, N, $$$$ GANNON’S 100 Wailea Golf Club Dr., Wailea, 8758080 Order drinks at the Red Bar, then enjoy chef Bev Gannon’s fine comfort food: maple vinaigrette chicken salad, or venison atop Parmesan risotto. Pacific Rim. B, L, D, $$$ HAVENS 30 Manao Kala St., Kīhei, 868-2600 Named one of the top 50 new restaurants in America by Forbes Magazine. Try the smash burger and

noodles — chopsticks in one hand and burger in the other — local style! See also Central listing. Hawai‘i Regional. B, L, D, $–$$ HUMBLE MARKET KITCHIN Wailea Beach Resort, 3700 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, 879-4655 Chef Roy Yamaguchi hits it out of the park with kampachi crudo, seasonal Goose Point oysters, roasted Brussels sprouts and cauliflower, tender beef short ribs and even saimin. Pacific Regional. B, H, D, $–$$$ ISLAND GOURMET MARKETS The Shops at Wailea, 3750 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, 874-5055 Sushi to go, deli sandwiches, plate lunches and more. Pacific Rim. B, L, D, $ KA‘ANA KITCHEN Andaz Maui Resort, 3550 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, 573-1234 A Wagyu hangar steak on a green papaya salad, charred octopus with local goat cheese, Kona abalone risotto, and a modern take on chicken and waffles. Curated wine list and mixology at its finest. Asian Fusion. B, D, $$$$ KAMANA KITCHEN 1881 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 879-7888 Eye-catching art and Indian relics accent a menu highlighting exotic spices and dishes, all lovingly created from family recipes. Lunch buffet. Indian. L, D, $–$$ KIHEI CAFFE Kīhei Kalama Village, 1945 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 879-2230 Hungry at 5 a.m.? Head to this local hangout for banana-mac-nut pancakes, loco moco and a cuppa joe. Cafe. B, L, $–$$ KŌ Fairmont Kea Lani Resort, 4100 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, 875-2210 Plantation Era cuisine takes the spotlight. Try the Kobe beef poke appetizer and “On the Rock” — three mouthwatering morsels of ‘ahi served with a 300-degree lava rock to sear them to perfection. Pacific Rim. L, H, D, R, $$$ LEHUA LOUNGE Andaz Maui Resort, 3550 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, 573-1234 Cocktails created with

locally sourced, seasonal ingredients like lychee, liliko‘i (passionfruit) and Hawaiian navel oranges pair perfectly with Ka‘ana Kitchen’s award-winning menu. Lounge. H, $ LINEAGE The Shops at Wailea, 3750 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, 879-8800 If steamed clams with housemade “XO” and lup cheong sausage, Maui beef with black garlic, and hulihuli chicken with pineapple kim chee get your juices flowing, head to Wailea — now! Eat. Drink. Talk story. Pacific Rim. D, $–$$ LOCAL BOYS SHAVE ICE Kīhei Kalama Village, 1941 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 344-9779 Chill out! Slurp up a mountain of fruity shave ice served with Plantation Era-inspired add-ons like haupia (coconut pudding) and macadamia nut ice cream. Treats. $ LUANA LOUNGE Fairmont Kea Lani Resort, 4100 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, 875-4100 This lobby lounge reimagines happy hour in tropical surroundings. Try appetizers like lū‘au-inspired kālua pork flatbread with mango barbecue sauce and lomilomi tomato, paired with an ice-cold passionfruit ale. Japanese. D, N, $–$$ MANOLI’S PIZZA COMPANY 100 Wailea Ike Dr., Wailea, 874-7499 Manoli’s believes in fresh, organic and sustainable ingredients. Order a pizza with organic wheat or gluten-free crust, or dig into authentic chicken scaloppine. Italian/Pizza. L, H, D, N, $$ MAUI BREWING CO.605 Līpoa Pkwy., Kīhei, 201-2337 MBC’s flagship restaurant offers brews, burgers, flights and more at this off-the-grid craft brewery. Brewery/Pacific Rim. L, D, N $-$$ MAUI THAI BISTRO Rainbow Mall, 2439 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 874-5605 Thai food cooked by Thai chefs! Kaffir-scented tom yum fried rice, green mango salad with crispy fried-fish filets, and house curries. Beer and wine bar. Thai. L, D, $–$$

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MATTEO’S OSTERIA Wailea Town Center, 161 Wailea Ike Pl., Wailea, 879-8466 Matteo’s meatball sandwich with Maui Cattle Co. beef and Italian sausage, or ‘ahi crusted with Calabrese olive tapenade. Italian. L, H, D, $$–$$$ MISO PHAT SUSHI Azeka Shopping Center Makua, 1279 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 891-6476 Sushi served on-site, to-go, or delivered. Sashimi platters, sushi rolls, nigiri and specialty rolls. Omakase heaven! See also West Side listing. Japanese. L, H, D, $$ MONKEYPOD KITCHEN Wailea Gateway Center, 10 Wailea Gateway Pl., Wailea, 891-2322 Lunch at this Peter Merriman restaurant includes pizza, burgers, tacos and ramen. For dinner, Big Island rib-eye with chimichurri sauce, gnocchi with pork sausage and banana cream pie. See also West Side listing. Hawai‘i Regional. L, H, D, N, $$ MULLIGANS ON THE BLUE100 Kaukahi St., Wailea, 874-1131 Guinness poured properly at Maui’s only Irish-owned pub. Enjoy fish and chips, bangers and mash, and shepherd’s pie. Great music and sports-bar action, too. Sláinte! Irish pub. L, H, D, $–$$$ NALU’S SOUTH SHORE GRILLAzeka Shopping Center Makai, 1280 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 891-8650 Generous portions made with local ingredients served with aloha. Try the ‘ahi club with smoked bacon, fresh fish ‘n’ chips and hearty burgers. American/Pacific Rim. B, L, H, D, $–$$ NICK’S FISHMARKET Fairmont Kea Lani Resort, 4100 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, 879-7224 Enjoy classic seafood dishes beneath a sky full of stars. Woo your date with plump strawberries drenched in Grand Marnier and set aflame. Pacific Rim/Seafood. H, D, R, $$$$

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PITA PARADISE Wailea Gateway Center, 34 Wailea Ike Dr., Wailea, 879-7177 Start with spinach tiropitas with caramelized onions, feta, mozzarella and tzatziki wrapped in phyllo dough, then move on to kabobs, pasta and gyros. Finish with baklava icecream cake. Mediterranean. L, H, D, $–$$$ THE RESTAURANT AT HOTEL WAILEA Hotel Wailea, 555 Kaukahi St., Wailea, 879-2224 Produce from the hotel’s gardens and fish plucked from the sea provide some of the freshest ingredients around. With a gorgeous outdoor setting, it’s a night made in heaven. European-inspired. H, D, N, $$–$$$$ ROASTED CHILES Azeka Shopping Center Mauka, 1279 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 868-4357 Ofir and Suki Benitez share family recipes like chicken mole, pozole verde and langostino enchiladas with tomatillo cream sauce. Giant margaritas! Mexican. L, H, D, $–$$ RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE The Shops at Wailea, 3750 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, 874-8880 Steaks and homespun side dishes worthy of devotion, top-flight service and a superb wine list. American. H, D, N, $$$$ SANSEI SEAFOOD RESTAURANT & SUSHI BAR Kukui Mall, 1819 Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 868-0780 See West Side listing.

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Dining Guide More listings at MauiMagazine.net/DiningGuide SEASCAPE RESTAURANT Maui Ocean Center, 192 S. Mā‘alaea Rd., Mā‘alaea, 270-7068 Adjacent to an award-winning aquarium, Seascape serves up harbor views with a hearty side of aloha. Mahimahi sandwiches with fresh cabbage slaw, half-pound burgers and fresh veggies. Save room for the Maui Mud Pie! American. L, H, D (Sat & Sun), $$–$$$ SOUTH SHORE TIKI LOUNGE Kīhei Kalama Village, 1913 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 874-6444 Gourmet pizza, burgers, salads and vegetarian items round out the menu at this hip bar. American. L, D, N, $ SPAGO Four Seasons Resort, 3900 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, 874-8000 Start with fresh poke nestled in crunchy sesame-miso cones, then enjoy the caramelized pork chop with exotic notes of anise, cinnamon and pineapple. Chef Peleg will have you singing his praises. Pacific Rim. D, N, $$–$$$

VIETNAMESE CUISINE Azeka Shopping Center Mauka, 1280 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 875-2088. Start with shrimp spring rolls served with tamarindpeanut sauce. Then the grilled pork with pickled root veggies, a traditional clay-pot dish, or pho, steak and noodle soup. Vietnamese. L, D, $–$$

MAUI FRESH STREATERY MauiFreshStreatery .com, Kyle Kawakami, ‘Aipono’s 2019 Chef of the Year, also won for Best Food Truck in 2020. Street food with imaginative poutine, ethnic dishes from around the world, and a modern take on local fare. Follow him on Facebook for locations. Food Truck. L, $

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BISTRO CASANOVA 33 Lono Ave., Kahului, 873-3650 This downtown bistro serves paella for two, freshcut french fries and burrata caprese. Best pau hana (happy hour) in Kahului! Mediterranean. L, H, D, $–$$ CAFE O’LEI AT THE MILL HOUSE Maui Tropical Plantation, 1670 Honoapi‘ilani Hwy., Waikapū, 5000553 Fun, expanded menu at the restaurant group’s newest venue. The most beautiful mountain view in the Central Valley! Hawai‘i Regional. L, H, D, $–$$$

TANPOPO 1215 S. Kīhei Rd., #F, Kīhei, 446-3038 Lunch includes Japanese-style chicken curry, California rolls and beef burgers. Dinner fuses Italian and Japanese with pasta, flatbreads, sashimi, sushi and tempura. Japanese/Italian Fusion. L, D, $–$$$

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THREE’S BAR & GRILL 1945-G S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 879-3133 Eggs Benedict six ways, including seared ‘ahi, smoked salmon and prime rib. For lunch, Peruvian pork tacos or signature ramen. For dinner, truffle-yaki marinated flatiron steak. Pacific Rim/Southwestern. B, L, H, D, $$–$$$

FORK & SALAD Pu‘unene Shopping Center, 120 Ho‘okele St., #330, Kahului, 793-3256 See South Shore listing.

TOMMY BAHAMA RESTAURANT & BAR The Shops at Wailea, 3750 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, 875-9983 Who’d guess a clothing company could deliver such delish pork sandwiches and Caribbean-inspired libations? Caribbean/Pacific Rim. L, H, D, N, $–$$ ULULANI’S HAWAIIAN SHAVE ICE Rd., Kīhei See West Side listing.

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plate lunch to go: chicken katsu, fried saba (mackerel), and a hot line of daily specials, like potato croquettes, nishime and poke. Asian. B, L, $ ULULANI’S HAWAIIAN SHAVE ICE 333 Dairy Rd., Kahului Second Central Maui location: 50 Maui Lani Pkwy., Wailuku See West Side listing. UMI MAUI 1951 Vineyard St., Wailuku, 269-1802. Second Central location: Food Truck, Maui Street Market, 150 Hāna Hwy., 500-8783. If a California roll topped with tuna, hamachi, salmon and unagi rocks your world, then chef Jayse Sato’s restaurant is your earthquake! Creative presentations, epic soft-shell crab bao buns. BYOB. Japanese. D, $–$$ WAILUKU COFFEE COMPANY 28 N. Market St., Wailuku, 495-0259 Espresso, salads, sandwiches and ice cream served in a relaxed and eclectic setting. Coffee Shop. B, L, $

UPCOUNTRY GRANDMA’S COFFEE HOUSE 9232 Kula Hwy., Kēōkea, 878-2140 The eggs Benedict and baked goods made from scratch are worth the trek. For lunch, enjoy a hamburger with Swiss cheese and caramelized onions. Coffee Shop. B, L, $–$$ KULAMALU FOOD TRUCK LOT Kiopa‘a St., Pukalani, (next to Upcountry Longs) An eclectic array of food trucks including vegetarian, plate lunch, açai bowls, barbecue and more. Food Truck. $-$$ LA PROVENCE 3158 L. Kula Rd., Kula, 8781313 Perfect croissants, fruit tarts, blueberrymango scones and artisan breads baked fresh daily. Great coffee. Cash only. French/Bakery. B, L (Weds-Sun), $

LUMERIA’S WOODEN CRATE 1813 Baldwin Ave., Makawao, 579-8877 Fresh, locally caught fish and healthy fare highlight a menu that changes daily. Produce grown on site is the foundation for many dishes at this charming retreat. Pacific Rim. B, L, D, R, $$–$$$$ MARLOW 30 Kupaoa St., A104, Pukalani, 868-3366. Don’t miss dining at this family-owned restaurant. Jeff and Kaili Scheer know good food, and here in Pukalani, wood-fired sourdough pizza, killer meatballs and rustic salads are seriously good eats. Great wine menu, too! Italian. D. $-$$ MAUIWINE 14815 Pi‘ilani Hwy., ‘Ulupalakua, 878-6058 Enjoy wine tastings and light fare on the open-air lānai. Immaculate grounds surrounding the winetasting room are perfect for a picnic. Winery. L, $-$$ NUKA 780 Ha‘ikū Rd., Ha‘ikū, 575-2939 Izakaya food with flavor and style. Start with paper-thin fried gobo chips, then ‘ahi tataki with ponzu sauce. Creative lunch and dinner specials. Save room for black-sesame or green-tea ice cream! Japanese. L, D, $$–$$$ O‘O FARM 651 Waipoli Rd., Kula. Call Pacific’O for reservations, 667-4341 Learn about gardening and coffee roasting. Enjoy a breakfast veggie frittata, bread from the wood-burning oven and fresh-roasted coffee. Lunch includes chicken and fish entrees, roasted veggies and dessert. American. B, L, R, $$$$ ULUPALAKUA RANCH STORE & GRILL 14800 Pi‘ilani Hwy., ‘Ulupalakua, 878-2561 Across the road from MauiWine you’ll find great deli fare, lamb burgers with tzatziki, and beef or grass-fed venison burgers. Plus homestyle chili and rice or kālua pork plate lunch. American. L, D, $ WAILUKU COFFEE CO. Aloha Aina Center, 810 Kokomo Rd., Ha‘ikū, 868-3229 See Central listing.

NORTH SHORE CAFÉ DES AMIS 42 Baldwin Ave., Pā‘ia, 579-6323 Savory crêpes served with wild greens and a dollop of sour cream. Lightly spiced curries come with chutney and raita (Indian yogurt sauce). Kid-friendly. Mediterranean. L, D, $ CHOICE HEALTH BAR 11 Baldwin Avenue, Pā‘ia, 661-7711 See West Side listing. FLATBREAD COMPANY 89 Hāna Hwy., Pā‘ia, 579-8989 Big booths, a snazzy bar scene and organic flatbreads laden with maple-fennel sausage and roasted veggies. Kid-friendly. Pizza. L, D, N, $$ HANA HOU SURF CLUB 65 Hāna Hwy., Pā‘ia, 707-9752. Experience the newest restaurant in Pā‘ia Town! Try a loco moco or açai bowl for breakfast, a poke bowl or burger for lunch. Open 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. International. B, D (Fri & Sat), $-$$$ MAMA’S FISH HOUSE 799 Poho Pl., Kū‘au, 579-8488 Famous for its beautiful beachside setting and Polynesian-inspired cuisine, Mama’s evokes old-time island hospitality. In 2018, this Maui institution became a James Beard nominee for Best Restaurant. Hawaiian/Seafood. L, D, R, $$–$$$$ NYLOS 135 Baldwin Ave., Pā‘ia, 579-3354 This six-course prix-fixe menu is created with the finest ingredients, like Osetra caviar, wild truffles and linecaught local fish. International. D (seatings at 5 & 8 p.m.), R, $$$$ PĀ‘IA FISH MARKET RESTAURANT 100 Hāna Hwy., Pā‘ia, 579-8030 Huge slabs of fish served with coleslaw on burger buns explain the line out the door. Order your ‘ahi burger rare and squeeze in beside surfers and families. Kid-friendly. Seafood. L, D, $

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

July–August Maui Ocean Center’s Keiki Club

ONGOING Maui Ocean Center’s Keiki Club 3rd Saturday of each month, 10–11 a.m. Join an MOC naturalist to learn about Hawai‘i’s vast and varied sea life. Reservations required. Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center, 275 W. Ka‘ahumanu Ave., Kahului | queenkaahumanucenter.com/events | 808.877.3369 | IG @qkcmaui | FB @queenkaahumanucenter July 5–August 20: Paper Water Wind

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Chelsea Handler 7:30 p.m. Comedian and New York Times best-selling author Chelsea Handler entertains Maui with her “Vaccinated and Horny Tour.” Maui Arts & Cultural Center, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului | mauiarts.org | 808.242.7469 | IG @mauiartsculture | FB @maui.arts

–AUGUST 20 Paper Water Wind This exhibition brings together artists who explore the theme of water and wind through the medium of paper. Artist Wes Bruce returns to build an immersive paper installation and lead community workshops. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului | mauiarts.org | 808.242.7469 | IG @mauiartsculture | FB @maui.arts

–10 Maui Film Festival The Maui Film Festival believes in the power of original cinema. This year’s entries include The Yin & Yang of Gerry Lopez, a documentary about one of surfing’s most enigmatic heroes, and The Story of Everything, which explores humanity’s ideas about the origins of life. mauifilmfestival.com | 808.579.9244 | IG/FB @mauifilmfest

–10, 16–17 & 23–24 Maui Open Studios This series of free, self-guided tours of local studios and exhibition spaces allows you to enjoy one-on-one interactions with artists and talk story about their processes and inspirations. mauiopenstudios.com | 415.450.1307 | IG/FB @mauiopenstudios

Paddle IMUA 1 p.m. This annual, multidiscipline paddle race brings the ocean-sports

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community together to support Camp Imua, a week-long recreational camp for children with special needs. paddleimua.com | 808.244.7467 | IG/FB @paddleimua

Corinne Bailey Rae 7:30–10 p.m. Two-time Grammy winner Corinne Bailey Rae, best known for her single “Put Your Records On,” has a diverse background across all genres, and delivers a unique concert experience. Maui Arts & Cultural Center, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului | mauiarts.org | 808.242.7469 | IG @mauiartsculture | FB @maui.arts

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& 13 Obon Dance & Festival 6:30–10 p.m. This two-day event honors the spirit of those who have passed with special services and festivals. Games for kids, food, crafts and bon odori dancing. Lahaina Hongwanji Mission, 551 Waine‘e St., Lahaina | lahainahongwanji.com | 808.661.0640 | FB @lahaina-hongwanji-mission

‘Aipono Restaurant Awards 5:30 p.m. Celebrate the best of Maui dining, as voted by the readers of Maui Nō Ka ‘Oi Magazine. This annual event benefits the Maui Food Bank and the UH Maui College culinary arts program. Old Lāhainā Lū‘au, 251 Front St., Lahaina | mauimagazine.net/ aipono2022 | 808.242.8331 | IG @mauimag | FB @mauimagazine

Emma Farden Sharpe Hula Festival 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Enjoy a day of watching hula under Lahaina’s famous Banyan Tree, or put your hips to the test with a free hula workshop! All-day activities, food and fun for the whole family. 671 Front St., Lahaina | FB @EFSHF

Jazz at The Shops 1st Saturday of each month, 5:30–7 p.m. Come enjoy complimentary outdoor jazz with a diverse lineup of musicians. The Shops at Wailea, 3750 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea | theshopsatwailea.com | 808.891.6770 | IG/FB @theshopsatwailea Upcountry Farmers’ Market Saturdays, 7–11 a.m. Enjoy local produce, arts, crafts and freshly baked bread at one of Maui’s most popular markets. Kulamalu Town Center, 55 Kiopa‘a St., Pukalani | upcountryfarmersmarket.com | IG @upcountryfarmersmarket | FB @mauiupcountryfarmersmarket Sunday Jazz and Chocolate Tasting 1st Sunday of each month. Enjoy worldclass jazz, breathtaking views and nine varieties of award-winning chocolate. Maui Ku‘ia Estate Chocolate, 78 Ulupono St., Lahaina | mauichocolatetour.com | 844.844.KUIA (5842) | IG/FB @mauichocolate Magic Classes Every day except Wednesday, 3–4 p.m. Learn multiple tricks from world-class magicians at the Fairmont Kea Lani Resort. No reservations needed! 4100 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea | hotel-magic.com | IG @themagicalmysteryshow | FB @themagicalmysteryshowglobal Maui Farm Tour 2nd Saturday of each month, 9–11 a.m. Explore the fields, plant nursery and composting zone. The free tour includes meeting and feeding the pigs, goats, rabbits, chickens and other friendly farm animals. Reservations required. P.O. Box 1776, Makawao | themauifarm .org | 808.579.8271 | IG/FB @themauifarm Want your function or event to be included? Email calendar@mauimagazine.net or submit online at mauimagazine.net/maui-events. Include the event name, description, date/time, website, photos (300 dpi) and social media handles. Submissions for the September–October 2022 issue must be received by July 10. Entries edited for content and space.

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WHO’S WHO

Imua Family Services’ 75th Anniversary Gala Fundraiser | April 16, Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa

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L–R: Allan Cool, Kalani Pe‘a, Daniel Chun and Will Yeh say cheese.

L–R: Justin and Amanda Prouty, and Marsha and Andy Sharpe

All smiles at this fund-raising event are (L-R): Mia Gaddis, Ryan Garces, Brandy Aki, Ricardo Nunez, Jo-Ann Aki, Breanne Aki, Mariah Aki, Anne Matsumoto and Dennett Hesia.

Sebastian Consiglieri (L) and Martin Monteverde of ‘Āina Brands donated 100K to the cause!

Kristin Lindblad (L), winner of Best Costume, poses with Emily Erickson.

The mayor supports Imua: (L-R) Kelly Helm, Martha Yepez, Tokie Ogawa, Jack and Alison Roden, the Honorable Mike Victorino, Joycelyn Victorino, Adam Fuderer and Fatima Elizondo.

Celebration of Island Tastes & the Carmen Hulu Lindsey Leo Ha‘iha‘i Falsetto Contest | April 16, The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua

LEFT: PACIFIC BIODIESEL RIGHT: MAUI HOTEL & LODGING ASSOCIATION

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Cultural practitioner Kapono‘ai Molitau says a blessing.

Hawaiian activist Ke‘ekumoku Kapu leads a chant.

Contest winner Lahela Lee Park shows off her falsetto talents.

Cultural leader Hōkūlani Holt

Bernadette Ruth Holoaumoku Farden Kidder and Kathryn Holoaumoku Ralar enjoy the festivities.

A gathering of friends: (L-R) Nadine Pauole, Leihua Nae‘ole, Rochelle Nae‘ole-Adams, Kamakakehau Fernandez, Jessica and Derrick Adams, Kulia Nae‘ole and Cole Guzzo.

“A Concert for Ukraine in the Maui Sunflowers,” presented by Pacific BioDiesel and Mana‘o Radio | April 24 Kelly King (right) presents Maui County’s resolution condemning Russia’s invasion of Ukraine to special guest Vladlena Bugay and her Ukrainian family. Held at Bob and Kelly Kings’ farm in Maui’s Central Valley, this benefit concert and farm tour raised $72,000 for UNICEF USA to support Ukrainian children during this time of crisis. Musicians who donated their time included George Kahumoku Jr., Jimmy Dillon & Dayan Kai, and the Brown Chicken Brown Cow String Band. Nearby, 35 acres of sunflowers — which happen to be the national flower of Ukraine — were in full bloom.

Clifford Nae‘ole, cultural advisor for the Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua

Spring Na Kupuna Appreciation Event, hosted by the Maui Hotel & Lodging Association | April 8 Representatives from Kaunoa Senior Center, Kathy Texeira (right) and Kandy Kramer (left), are joined by a Four Seasons volunteer, Aaron Costa, to distribute meals and flowers. For this year’s event, the Maui Hotel & Lodging Association partnered with Kaunoa Senior Services, Meals on Wheels and the Congregate Nutrition Program, a nationwide service for the Administraion of Community Living (part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services). More than 700 kūpuna (seniors) around Maui received healthy gourmet meals and orchid plants — our way of honoring our elders. Maui Nō Ka ‘Oi Jul-Aug 2022

PAU HANA

How to Speak Chicken Any visitor to Maui has surely encountered the Islands’ most prodigious species: Gallus gallus domesticus, aka the chicken, or moa in Hawaiian. Literally anywhere you go, a moa is there: at Ululani’s Shave Ice, where apparently their favorite flavor is guava-pineapple; on the patio at Amigo’s in Kīhei, getting fat on chips and salsa; and crossing the road in Lahaina or Wailuku or Kahului to get to Home Depot or to the food trucks or simply to the other side. The empty lot across the street has given me the opportunity to study chickens in the wild. Dozens of them call that tangle of kiawe and weedy grass home, and every day, dozens of them come across the way to utterly destroy my yard. While I appreciate their unflagging appetite for cockroaches and centipedes, I dislike their methodology, which is basically to dig a number of sloppy, chicken-sized holes in search of snacks. No amount of shooing, chasing or spraying with the hose can dissuade them from this pursuit, and whether it’s spectacular stupidity or persistence, they always return in less than an hour. This regular chicken traffic means I have become very familiar with their chatter, especially that of the roosters, who are arguably the most garrulous. According to my observations, there are two distinct chicken squadrons across the way, and possibly on all of Maui: the Neil Sedakas and the Spigurkeys. I divined this fact by listening repeatedly to their crowing (and at all hours of the day or night — because roosters cannot tell time), which is either, Neil-Se-DAHH-Ka! or SpiGURRR-key! (Listen for yourself; I guarantee you will hear one or the other.) Humans may be incensed by this repeated announcement of their allegiance, but when the roosters come a-crowing, the hens come a-running. Successful Spigurkeys and Neil Sedakas strut about with their chests puffed out, each orbited by a sycophantic solar system of hens whom they boss about relentlessly. As the hens toil in the dirt, roosters of both camps emit a throaty Buckbuck-blahhh every few minutes, which loosely translates as, Dig faster, Marge, I’m starving! As soon as Marge turns up a bug, the rooster swoops in to gobble it up, then continues with the buckbuck-blahhh, sometimes for hours on end unless something comes to interrupt his bossy feasting — a passing car, a curious dog,

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or worst of all, a human. The appearance of a human triggers an automatic increase in volume and a new syllabic emphasis, BuckbuckBAWWWKbuckbuckBAWWWK! that likely means, PeoplepeopleRUN-peoplepeopleRUN! And run they do, their squawking fading Doppler-style into the kiawe as they retreat (temporarily). What happens between Spigurkeys, Neil Sedakas and their hens behind clumps of kiawe is left to the imagination, but every so often, a hen makes a guttural sound that builds in volume and intensity, and that is surely the direct result of some hanky-panky: crucrucru-cruuuuuuuUUUUUUUUUAAAKK! While it has no direct translation, this primal noise is similar to that of a human giving birth, and continues until the hen passes an enormous orb (or 12) out of her behind.

A few weeks later, the hen emerges from the woods surrounded by dozens of egg-shaped fuzzballs with feet, their cheeping analogous to saying mommommommommommom relentlessly as they bash into one another or into the curb or into their mother. Amidst the whirling, swirling, cheeping horde, the hen systematically intones chuck…chuck…chuck… chuck... over and over, like a sleep-deprived mother on autopilot saying, come here…stop that…come here…be quiet…come here... While the hens are thusly occupied, the Spigurkeys and Neil Sedakas roam about solo until the chicks grow up (or are eaten by feral cats or flattened by cars), and they are once again entertained as members of the family, free to continue the cycle and reassure their position as the most successful species in Hawai‘i.

AARON LYNTON

Story by Lara McGlashan

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