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26 » Adventure

GONE WITH THE WIND Conceptually, kiteboarding is simple. As this novice is about to learn, simple isn’t always easy. Story by Lehia Apana

34 » Hawaiian Soul

41 » Health & Wellness

NEW & NOVEL SPA ESCAPES Who says there’s nothing new under the sun? Maui’s spas are introducing enticing, innovative treatments. Story by Lehia Apana, John Giordani, RIta Goldman, & Shannon Wianecki

52 » Island Business

A JOB WELL DONE Ka Lima O Maui has been changing lives since 1955—and they’re just getting started. Story by Sarah Ruppenthal

62 » At Home

SENSATIONAL SEASIDE HOME A Kapalua estate proves that luxury and nature don’t have to be mutually exclusive. Story by Sarah Ruppenthal

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HIDDEN IN THE NAMES Hawaiian place names often carry rich cultural and historical knowledge, but even the experts don’t always agree on what those names really mean. Story by Jill Engledow

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14 Contributors

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

16 Publisher’s Note

by Diane Haynes Woodburn

18 Talk Story

Fresh off the coconut wireless ~ by Kathy Collins, Shannon Wianecki, & Paul Wood

110 Calendar

What’s happening where, when, and with whom

113 Who’s Who

Seen making the scene on Maui

114 A Perfect Day on Maui

ROYAL TREATMENT Ready to spend a day in a posh seaside enclave? Here’s your itinerary. Story by Lehia Apana

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Stories by Becky Speere

82 Dining Feature

LUXE DINING ON THE SOUTH SHORE Fine wine and stellar cuisine served alfresco: Nick’s is love at first bite.

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MANE EVENT Wo Hing Temple’s lion dancers perform during Chinese New Year festivities. See them at MauiMagazine.net/lion-dance.

THEY DO KNOW JACK Catch clips of Maui chefs taking a whack at harvesting jackfruit from our dining editor’s tree, and get the recipe for Halo Halo Popsicles at MauiMagazine.net/jackfruit.

KA LIMA MEANS “HAND.” We’d like to point out the good work Ka Lima O Maui does for our community. See a video at MauiMagazine.net/Ka-Lima-campaign.

ORANGE YOU GOING TO TRY IT? Nick’s Fishmarket shares an Old Fashioned recipe bright with citrus at MauiMagazine.net/old-fashioned-cocktail. LISTEN TO THIS Watch (and hear) a spa sound experience at MauiMagazine.net/Maui-day-spas.

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SAINTS PRESERVE US! Who preserves them? Art restorer Kim Mosley. The after shots are on page 20. See the befores at Maui Magazine.net/Kim-Mosley. INDULGENCES Follow Lehia Apana on a day of perfect luxury on the sunny side of the isle at Maui Magazine.net/Wailea-luxury.

86 Becky’s Backyard

JACKFRUIT OF ALL TRADES This huge, ungainly fruit hides a wealth of delicious possibilities under its green, bumpy skin.

90 Chef ’s Kitchen

KILLIN’ IT Chef Alvin Savella treats his “Kitchen Assassin Squad” to a picnic feast with a recipe to die for.

94 Mixology

APPEALING COCKTAILS Do try these recipes at home!

96 Dining Guide

A short list of our favorite places to eat all over the island

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Seared scallops and pork adobo cozy up on a bed of creamy risotto and sautéed pak choy at Nick’s Fishmarket Restaurant in the Fairmont Kea Lani. Story on page 82.

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There’s a saying known throughout the Islands: Maui nō ka ‘oi, Hawaiian for “Maui is the best.” We hope you think so, too.

What did it take, behind the scenes, for you to get story?

PUBLISHER Diane Haynes Woodburn CREATIVE DIRECTOR John Giordani SENIOR EDITOR Rita Goldman MANAGING EDITOR Lehia Apana DINING EDITOR Becky Speere HOME & GARDEN EDITOR Sarah Ruppenthal WEBSITE MANAGER Adelle Lennox ASSISTANT DESIGNER Shelby Lynch GREAT FINDS EDITOR Marluy Andrade EVENT PHOTOGRAPHER Mieko Horikoshi

For several weeks, we had been keeping an eye on the weather forecasts and waiting for the perfect conditions for a kiteboarding lesson. The day we chose turned out to be bright blue skies and perfect trade winds—the reason so many kiteboarders flock to Maui! There’s nothing more humbling than working with Mother Nature as your office. She always makes the call! Respect is essential.—Tracy Leboe, “Gone with the Wind,” page 26

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As the author of several books on local history, I’m excited by the work scholars are doing to translate old Hawaiian-language newspapers and stories nearly lost after western contact. I especially felt that excitement while researching Hawaiian place names and the historical and cultural knowledge behind them— whose meanings not every expert agrees on. The best part of this assignment was having long conversations with nearly half-a-dozen of those experts. The most challenging part was condensing the trove of information they so generously shared.—Jill Engledow, “Hidden in the Names,” page 34

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CONTROLLER & OFFICE MANAGER As MNKO’s creative director, I’m tasked with hiring the photographers for each issue’s story. Now that I’ve been on the other side of the camera as a writer, I’m acutely aware that spa stories can be more than a little revealing. Hearing the click of a censorious shutter is a bit unnerving when nought but a kerchief covers your posterior. Luckily, I am friends with talented photographer Mieko Horikoshi—who now has incriminating photos of me on the massage table. My special thanks to past spa-story writers for being good sports in allowing a photographer into the room. Your sotto voce cursing of the creative director is well deserved.—John Giordani, “Ahhh, the Spa!” page 41

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Sheldon Simeon is a moving target: one day in L.A. filming a holiday show, the next day in Disney World Florida with his family of six, then off to New York for a restaurant consultation. Throw in the opening of his new Lineage Restaurant at The Shops of Wailea, plus media/cooking expeditions to Basalt Restaurant in Waikīkī, and you get . . . Sheldon. Watching him playing the silly, wonky jackfruit catcher in our video—with Lineage chef de cuisine Rob Ramshur in tow—I truly worried about Sheldon’s safety. But I don’t think he cared if he got taken out by the thirty-five-pound jackfruit—he was so blitzed from his schedule, it would have been a blessing to be laid out in bed with his family surrounding him. Ha!—Becky Speere, “Jackfruit of All Trades,” page 86

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Yin Brown Pig— Happy New Year! By the time you read this, we will be well into the New Year, with a big kiss goodbye to 2018 and opened arms to 2019. Wide open—it’s Year of the Pig. In Hawai‘i, we are blessed with many cultures, including Chinese. And there is no time more festive in the Islands than Chinese New Year (February 5, 2019). Dancing lions, drums, gongs, and fireworks will bring in Year of the Yin Brown Earth Pig with a bang. (See how you can join the festivities on page 18.) Yin means the year is feminine. And although a female porcine figure may sound less than auspicious to a western ear, Year of the Pig promises to be filled with benevolence, love, and generosity. My kind of girl. The Chinese lunar calendar is organized by cycles of twelve years, a zodiac sign for each year. Pig is the last, completing a full rotation of the zodiac cycle. That makes Year of the Pig a time for calm reflection of the past 11 years. And, according to ChineseFortuneCalendar.com, it is a period of joy and relaxation when tensions and conflicts lose momentum . . . perhaps even disappear. If less tension is one of your goals, you’ve opened up the right issue of Maui Nō Ka ‘Oi. Our annual Luxury Issue will guide you to the most wonderful spas on Maui (perhaps in the world) celebrating new and innovative methods to pamper and restore you. No need to wait for a sign, we’ll lead you right to it. Or, explore the sensation of total luxury in our featured home, a Kapalua seaside estate boasting 270 degrees of coastal view, complete with its own lighthouse. The south side more your style? Follow Lehia Apana on her “Perfect Day” luxuriating in Wailea, and end with dining editor Becky Speere’s recommendation for a deliciously romantic dinner at Nick’s. Definitely a recipe for relaxation. Of course, luxury, like beauty, is in the eye of the beholder. In honor of Brown Pig’s message of benevolence, it’s my pleasure to introduce you to “A Job Well Done” by Sarah Ruppenthal. Sarah takes us inside Ka Lima O Maui, a nonprofit organization that helps men and women with disabilities find training and employment. For clients at Ka Lima, luxury is the joy of a job well done, and the independence that comes with it. Learn how you can help, starting on page 52. My favorite story of the issue is also the smallest, and celebrates the fine art of survival, perhaps the truest luxury of all. Shannon Wianecki writes poetically about ‘aki‘aki, an indigenous grass that clings to Maui shores, running and lacing its long, green fingers into the soft sand, effectively holding it tight against the oncoming wind and sea that threaten daily to steal it away. Holding tight against the tide is something many of us have had to face and endure. Many others still fight to make a living wage, support their families, and provide a better life for their children. Last night, my husband and I had the privilege of serving Thanksgiving dinner at a homeless shelter on Maui. It may have been the best Thanksgiving ever, as we shared the evening cooking with friends, and sharing a true feast with more than 100 smiling faces—a luxury I will never forget. None of us can see into the future. But if we follow the advice of the Chinese calendar and use this year to reflect on our last eleven years, my heartfelt response is . . . mahalo. Thank you for allowing us to share the stories we treasure with you. Wishing you a new year filled with benevolence, love and generosity. With appreciation,

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“Feeding” a Chinese dragon lai see (red money envelopes) is said to bring good fortune. We’re betting the kids are more interested in a close encounter with the friendly beast. Below: Where do dragons come from? Lahaina’s Wo Hing Temple, open daily, with extended hours and free activities during Chinese New Year.

In Hawai‘i, Chinese New Year is celebrated with nearly as much enthusiasm as in China, although we don’t get a whole week off from work. But in the days surrounding February 5, 2019, the start of the Year of the Pig, many local Chinese will observe the holiday in the same fashion as their ancestors have for nearly 4,000 years. The first Chinese in Hawai‘i arrived in 1788 as crewmen aboard trading ships. In the mid-1850s, sugar-plantation owners recruited thousands of Chinese field laborers, and by 1882, the Chinese made up half of the industry’s workforce. Today, less than 5 percent of the state’s population is Chinese, but the tight-knit community staunchly and proudly maintains its cultural traditions. Most Chinese New Year customs trace back to the legend of the monster Nian, whose name also means “year.” Every New Year’s Eve, Nian would emerge from the

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ocean to terrorize seaside villages, devouring livestock and children. One year, a mysterious old man appeared and declared he would face Nian alone while the villagers fled to the mountains. Knowing that the monster feared the color red, the old man dressed himself in crimson clothing and pasted red paper on the doors of the village homes. Then he burned bamboo sticks, which popped and cracked loudly, further frightening the monster. When the villagers returned to find their homes intact and their livestock unharmed, they resolved to follow the old man’s example every New Year. Nian never showed up again. Similarly, the traditional lion dance stems from a fourteenth-century tale about villagers vanquishing an evil beast. The people of Foshan, Guangdong Province, fashioned lions out of bamboo, painting them in vivid colors. When the monster appeared, they

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rushed at him with their lions, dancing furiously and beating drums and gongs until the beast ran away. Ever since, the lion dance has symbolized the exorcism of evil spirits. On February 8, the annual celebration will begin at Wo Hing Museum (858 Front St.) with a New Year’s blessing and Chinese cultural activities for the whole family. The crackle of firecrackers will punctuate the drums, gongs, and cymbals accompanying the colorful lions as they dance down Front Street, stopping at shops and restaurants to help ensure a happy and prosperous year. Be sure to bring a few dollars to feed the lions for good luck. And don’t forget to wear red. For more information and a schedule of activities, visit LahainaRestoration.org/ Chinese-new-year. WEB EXCLUSIVE Watch a short clip of the festival here: Mauimagazine.net/lion-dance

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Working Miracles NAME Kim Mosely | OCCUPATION Artist & Art Restorer HEALING THE AFFLICTED St. Theresa was going to pieces. The lifesize statue, made of concrete and paint, had been standing at the entrance to her eponymous North Kīhei church since 1966. Anyone who stands outdoors in Kīhei for fifty years, even a saint, is likely to feel weather-beaten. By the time the church asked artist Kim Mosley to restore the statue, the divine artifact had lost several fingers. Her crucifix had crumbled, her wimple had chipped, and her roses needed resurrection. Kim stripped off the old paint, repaired the broken parts—“I had to literally build the fingers,” she says—primed and repainted the figure. The new face, still lovingly sorrowful, has a subtle blush of pep to it. FULL PALETTE Art restoration isn’t Kim’s main focus. She teaches painting at the Grand Wailea Resort, putting to good use her fineart degree in painting and her post-doc study at Gadjah Mada University in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Sculpture is her other passion. In Pietrasanta, Italy, she learned to carve marble in the classical manner.

(If you’re on UH–Maui’s campus, look for the monk seal mother and pup Kim carved from a three-ton block of white New Zealand marble.) There’s something gender-bending about this five-foot-tall woman relishing her trove of chisels, air hammers, grinders and ZEC pads—and the sculptures she hauls to exhibit at the Four Seasons’ Friday Meet the Artists’ night. Kim credits her classical training and eclectic experience (she once worked in a foundry, learning to make her own patinas) for enabling her to restore art in all kinds of media. She has revived Herb Kane bronzes at the Grand Wailea, and Anthony Quinn sculptures for Harte International Galleries. A HIGHER CALLING After repairing St. Theresa’s effigy, Kim restored the towering mural that greets churchgoers as they arrive. Á la Leonardo da Vinci, she had to use scaffolding—the mural’s bottom edge is even with the top of her head, and the painted tiles rise to twice that height. Working in the North Kīhei sun and wind was exhausting, Kim recalls, but people would stop by while she worked, thank her, and tell her stories of how St. Theresa had saved their lives. “I was humbled,” she says. TO FRAME IT ANOTHER WAY . . . A recurring theme in Kim’s conversation is what an honor it is to restore works by other artists; you can tell by her tone that she means it. “I learn from what they’ve done,” she explains. “Anthony Quinn’s work is abstracted; I’m fascinated with his choices. Herb Kane’s sculptures have a powerful realism. Realism is more difficult, but learning about figurative sculpture makes me develop my artist’s eye—and makes me a better teacher. I tell my students, ‘You never stop learning.’” WEB EXCLUSIVE See before & after pics at MauiMagazine.net/kim-mosely

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During the winter months, heavy surf pounds Maui’s coastline. Beaches change shape and even temporarily disappear. The booming clatter of rocks turning in the tide can be heard far from shore. Surfers wear perma-grins and call in late to work, if at all. In the midst of all this action, a humble grass is doing heroic work: clinging to the dunes and preventing coastal erosion. ‘Aki‘aki, also known as seashore rush grass, is an indigenous ground cover that thrives in salty, sun-blasted environments. Stiff and shiny, the pistachio-colored grass can be seen fringing beaches across the Hawaiian archipelago and the Pacific. When it blooms, golden seed heads rise up between the green blades. The hardy plant drops its seeds into sandy substrates and sends runners out in every direction, forming delicate mats of rhizomes that effectively hold on to the wave-battered shore. The attractive grass is especially thick at Kanahā Beach Park, where it blankets the small, sloping dunes alongside the road. By trapping sand and moisture within its root system, ‘aki‘aki creates habitat for other species, including the rare and endangered ‘ōhai, a silvery, vinelike shrub with arresting scarlet-orange blossoms. Along the coast at Kapalua, native seabirds build nests in dunes capped with ‘aki‘aki. Hawaiians were adept at recognizing patterns in nature and often used the same name for different species bearing similar traits. ‘Aki‘aki also refers to a limu (seaweed) that grows in the intertidal zone. Both species—the land and the sea plant—are coarse and bristly. To further confuse matters, ‘aki‘aki is just one of many names for the widespread coastal grass; another is mahiki. The word mahiki means “to cast out spirits, exorcise.” In times past, Hawaiians used mahiki grass in ceremonies meant to purge evil spirits. To this day, the grass may be incorporated during ho‘oponopono (conflict resolution) therapy to “mahiki ana i nā mea ‘ino,” treat the deep troubles.

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Join Maui Stargazing for a science-based sunset and stargazing tour at Haleakalā Summit. View deep space objects through Maui’s largest portable telescope to see the visible planets, nebulae and star clusters of the Milky Way and galaxies beyond!

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GONE with Just beyond Central Maui’s industrial district and a stone’s throw from Kahului Airport lies one of the world’s greatest kitesurfing destinations— Kanahā Beach.

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Along Kanahā Beach, the morning sun is rising into a clear blue autumn sky, but at the moment, I couldn’t care less. Against my will, I’m rising, too—my feet kicking the empty air as I’m pulled into the sky! How could this be happening? “Nobody learns how to kiteboard in a day,” Kristin Boese Solbach had assured me earlier, as we cruised along Maui’s north shore, her car crowded with gear and my stomach clenched with nerves. I take her word as gospel. A nine-time women’s kiteboarding world champion, Kristin holds the Guinness World Record for the most world championships won by a woman. She grew up behind the Iron Curtain, where excelling in athletics was considered patriotic. “[East Germany] wanted to show that we’re just this tiny country, but we are a force in the sports world. From the time I was little I wanted to be a professional athlete.” She learned the sport in 2001, and by the following year, she had captured the title of German Kitesurf Champion and climbed to twelfth place in the Professional Kiteboard Riders Association world ranking. That was just the start of her trajectory. Before retiring in 2013, Kristin not only dominated her sport, but also proved one of its

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greatest ambassadors. She joined the International Kiteboarding Association’s campaign to add the sport to the Olympic games, alongside entrepreneur and avid kiteboarder Richard Branson; and former windsurfing champion and Olympic medalist Mike Gebhardt. (Look for the first Olympic kiteboarders at the Paris 2024 Games!) In 2009, she launched the nonprofit KB4girls Foundation to connect and empower women through kiteboarding. In 2014, she moved to Maui and married fellow former professional kiteboarder Sky Solbach. Would all of that experience be enough to teach this newcomer how to glide across the water using wind power alone? It’s time to find out. We arrive at the stretch of sand along Kanahā Beach nicknamed “Kite Beach.” It’s about 9:30 a.m., and the beach is all ours—for now, anyway. The sky is as radiant as the ocean below it, as clouds the shape of cotton balls form a crown atop West Maui’s peaks. From this vantage, the intersection of ocean, land, and sky unfolds like a painting, a perfect cobalt gradient in the middle of the Pacific. An empty coast on a day like this is rare, but Kristin tells me that here at Kite Beach, the crowds start rolling in closer to 11 a.m. That’s when riders are allowed to launch their kites, she says. It’s just one of many rules—whether law or unofficial code of conduct—that determine where, when and how kiteboarders move and act within their aquatic playground.

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Conceptually, kiteboarding is simple. As I’m about to learn, simple isn’t always easy.

Some of those orders come from the Federal Aviation Administration, which has set a buffer zone from neighboring Kahului Airport; the Maui Kiteboarding Association has dubbed some coastlines off limits to riders; and there’s right-of-way etiquette that every kiteboarder should follow. We plunk backpacks nearly bursting with gear onto the sand and drop our boards—class is now in session. Compared to other wind sports, kiteboarding requires very little equipment. The light and portable boards can slide into a backseat or trunk, while essentials such as an inflatable kite, air pump, lines, and a control bar fill a single backpack. Conceptually, kiteboarding is simple:

Opposite: The appropriately nicknamed “Kite Beach” sits on the western end of Kanahā Beach, and is a magnet for kiteboarders of all levels—including our writer Lehia Apana (right) and her instructor, champion kiteboarder Kristin Solbach. Top: Lehia learns how to position her arms to adjust the kite’s power. Above, left to right: Preparing for launch includes inflating the kite, combing the lines, then attaching them to the kite.

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Kristin observes as Lehia launches the kite from the safety of the beach.

Attach the board to your feet and a kite to your waist, then let the wind’s power pull you across the water. As I’m about to learn, simple isn’t always easy. I scan the sea for a moment and imagine sliding atop the water in zig-zag formation, tracing my salty signature in the wake. If that’s going to happen one day, I better learn to fly the kite on dry land. Kristin pulls me back to reality to talk safety, including how to depower the kite by releasing the control bar, or triggering the quick release to detach from the gear completely if the kite gets out of control. She straps the harness around my torso and we pump air into the kite’s leading edge, giving the device its curved shape. We shovel fistfuls of sand onto the sail to keep it from launching prematurely, then head across the beach, unfurling four lines that will eventually connect me to the kite. Kristin has one more lesson for me before we launch the kite for the first time. She motions me over to a flat spot at the water’s edge, then uses the sand like a chalkboard, tracing a 180-degree half dome to illustrate the so-called “wind window.” “If you know how this works, you’ll have an easier time on the water,” says Kristin. I’m all ears. The dome represents the zone where the kite can fly, and the wind’s pull acts differently depending on kite placement. As a

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novice, I make note of the important stuff: the edges where the kite is least powerful, and the space directly above me where I can remain neutral. Still on dry land, Kristin clips the kite onto my harness, and almost immediately I’m yanked forward by the wind power. I plant one heel in the sand behind me, bend my knees, and grip the handlebar. This is not like flying a kite in the park. These high-performance wind-catchers can be terrifyingly powerful, as I discover when this one propels my entire 110-pound frame into the sky. With my feet spinning in the air, you’d think it would be intuitive to depower the kite by pushing the control bar away. Instead, I inadvertently gain even more power by pulling it towards me, the words “hold on for dear life” taking on a whole new meaning. Kristin hollers, “Push the bar away!”—which of course immediately solves my aerial dilemma. I hit the sand with about as much grace as a fish out of water. I apologize to Kristin for the scare, and admit that, while I remember her earlier instructions about pushing the control bar away in that situation, my body went into panic mode. This is one lesson I learned the hard way. Next is the ominous-sounding “body dragging” portion of the lesson. My mission is to direct the kite as it drags me through the shallows. It’s about as dignified as it sounds, and I’m already worried that while my body goes this way, my swim trunks will go that way.

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Any attempt at learning this sport begins with understanding the “wind window.” This half dome represents the area where a kite can fly, and the kite’s placement within this area determines its pull and position.

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Above: Lehia practices “body dragging” through the shallows to gain confidence flying the kite in the ocean—before adding the complications of a board. Left to right: The pair practice a water start from the safety of dry land. Kristin mimics the wind’s pull as Lehia practices getting into a standing position.

Potential wardrobe malfunctions aside, my body-dragging experience doesn’t start well. Kristin floats behind me and grasps my harness; from here she’ll hitch a ride as I practice maneuvering through the tide. With the kite fluttering in neutral position directly overhead, she coaches me. “Take it to 2 o’clock,” she says, using the clock numbering system as a guide. As the kite lowers into position, we’re pulled towards the deep blue. “Okay, now 10 o’clock,” she instructs. The kite shifts towards the beach . . . 11 o’clock . . . 10 o’clock . . . 9 o’clock . . . wham, kite down. It’s a fitting metaphor, I think to myself. Between selfinflicted kite crashes, wind-whipped face plants, and involuntary mouthfuls of saltwater, I long for the safety of the shore. With each go, my internal voice is shouting in fast forward, replaying Kristin’s instructions, scrutinizing my positioning, scanning for dangers. Surprisingly, chaos soon turns into calm, and movements become second nature. With a quiet mind, controlling the kite feels easy, almost intuitive. Once I’m able to maneuver with ease, my kiteboarding ambitions sharpen into focus, and I can imagine the

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next step of adding a board under my feet. I’m surprised at the kite’s responsiveness to even the softest of movements. Instead of changing directions with brute muscle, this wind-powered sport is about mastering kite control with grace—no bulging biceps required. Before we retire for the day, I get a preview of the next step in my kiteboarding journey. From the safety of the beach, Kristin simulates a water start. I sit, strap myself to the board, and grab the control bar connected to the kite lines. As I lean back, Kristin mimics the wind’s power by tugging in the opposite direction, and I use that tension to propel myself into a standing position. I know that replicating this in the ocean will be infinitely more challenging, but I choose to believe that I’m this close to actually kiteboarding. Thinking of kiteboarding as an extreme sport had heightened my initial fears. Sure, top athletes like Kristin are pushing the limits, but for the average person like me, the best way to take the “extreme” out of kiteboarding is to start with a lesson. And while the learning curve is steep, catching thrills is easy.

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While beginning kiteboarders learn on “twin tip” boards that resemble a wakeboard, some advanced riders like Kristin opt for a kitesurf board to play in the waves.

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On the eastern end of Maui, past Hāna, near Kōkī Beach, stands a cinder cone called Kaiwiopele. Long ago, when Pele was still a mortal woman, she left her home in the South Pacific, fleeing the wrath of her older sister, the sea goddess Nāmakaokaha‘i. Reaching the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands, Pele used her magic stick to dig in search of her beloved fiery lava. But the angry sea goddess drowned the flames, forcing Pele to move from one island to the next in search of a home. Nāmakaokaha‘i followed, quenching the fire in each pit Pele dug. Finally, on Maui, Nāmakaokaha‘i caught and defeated her younger sister, tearing her to pieces. But instead of destroying her, Pele’s dismemberment transformed her into Hawai‘i’s volcano goddess. Her spirit rose and traveled to Hawai‘i Island, where she made a home in Halema‘uma‘u Crater. At last, seeing her sister’s spirit above the crater, Nāmakaokaha‘i relented. Although she visits other islands, Pele still lives in the active caldera Halema‘uma‘u. And on Maui, the site where Nāmakaokaha‘i had tossed her remains became known as Kaiwiopele—“the bone of Pele.”

A tale of terrible sibling rivalry gave the name Kaiwiopele to this East Maui landmark, commemorating a supernatural battle between a sea goddess and her lava-loving sister.

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The legend of the battle of the owls has been told about several places in Hawai‘i. In one version, the conflict occurs in ‘Īao Valley on Maui. Perhaps this ancient tale is the origin of the name Wailuku: “water of destruction.” But that’s just one theory of how this place—and the unruly river that runs through it—got its name.

Place names in Hawai‘i often carry rich cultural or historical meaning, but rarely is the origin story as clear and well known as the legend of Kaiwiopele. The mysteries behind many place names cause long-running debates among scholars. For example, Hawaiianlanguage experts agree: Wailuku means water (wai) of destruction (luku). But did battles or floods cause the destruction? That’s where opinions diverge. Kumu hula Hōkūlani Holt and Hawaiian scholar Hōkūao Pellegrino believe the name refers to the flooding of the Wailuku River that has repeatedly wiped out nearby settlements since ancient times. In 1916, one such flood destroyed as many as seventy-five homes and killed thirteen people. Another, in 2017, washed out the road into ‘Īao Valley, damaging property, forcing the emergency evacuation of valley residents, and resulting in a months-long closure of popular Kepaniwai Park. Luku also translates as “massacre,” and some cultural experts think “Wailuku” refers to warfare—possibly the bloody battle of Kepaniwai, whose name means “damming of the water.” In 1790, the warriors of Kamehameha the Great pursued those of King Kahekili into the

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valley; the ensuing conflict choked the river with the bodies of those Maui warriors. But composer/musician Cody Pueo Pata and others believe the name predates that conflict. Pata cites a chant from the 1600s about a battle in Wailuku between pueo (owls) and egg-stealing humans. (The owls won.) Like some other ancient stories, there are several versions of this legend; some place the battle of the owls in Waikīkī or Kona. Such debates are intellectual candy for scholars of Hawaiian history and culture. “With the revival of the language, we can have these educated debates,” says Pellegrino, who has studied the old maps for years. “To even be in [such] a time is great. I love place names, even if we’ve lost the original mana‘o [meaning].” After twenty years, he adds, “I’m just scratching the surface. . . . It’s always like finding new treasure.” Both Holt and composer/musician Keali‘i Reichel say that place names anchor humans to those locations and the elements. The people of old used the names to record their intimate knowledge of the land’s weather and topography, of famous events, beloved ancestors, important chiefs, and the doings of the gods. Combine this

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with a belief that words themselves have power; that Hawaiian is a subtle, complex, and poetic language; and place names become a significant factor in the culture. In this multilayered language, some names are complicated by one or more kaona, a hidden or double meaning. With western contact, knowledge of the Hawaiian language and culture began to disappear, and today many of the ancient names for hills, valleys, ridges, beaches, springs, streams and land divisions have been forgotten. Others are remembered, but not their locations. Where, for instance, is the famous Lahaina surf break of ‘Uo? “We don’t know,” says Holt. Not all are lost, however, and more names are being restored as scholars delve into nineteenth-century Hawaiian-language newspapers, whose printed chants and stories form a database of a million-plus pages that scholars have only just begun to penetrate. Chants are especially important, says Reichel: “If you see something in a chant, I would take that as gold.” One hot topic is the use of “Mauna Kahālāwai” to refer to what is commonly called the West Maui Mountains. (The plural is a misnomer; this geological feature is a single, extinct volcano carved into deep valleys over millennia by wind and rain.) The chief source for the Hawaiian name is the late Inez Ashdown, who valued the indigenous culture when few non-Hawaiians did. Ashdown collected place names for her articles and books, and worked as a historian for Maui County. Now, with more knowledge and resources available, scholars question many of Ashdown’s statements, and that includes calling the mountain Mauna Kahālāwai. “I have not come across any traditional story or chant that uses that term,” says Holt. “Until we do, I won’t use it. People cannot say it’s an old name.” Reichel finds the name “a little bit dubious, since it’s not in the chants and old newspapers.” Pellegrino says in all his years of searching old maps and documents, Ashdown is the only source he’s ever seen for that name. He uses it, but makes it clear that the name

“Pukalani” is sometimes translated as “hole [puka] in the heavens [lani],” perhaps referring to its persistent sunshine when clouds shade surrounding lands. A second translation is “heavenly gate.” Place Names of Hawai‘i offers another possibility, that the original name was Pu‘ukalani, “hill [pu‘u] of the heavens.” Pata has a different story: Long ago, chief Kiha-a-Pi‘ilani fled after a fight with his older brother, Lono-a-Pi‘ilani, and hid near the border of Kula and Makawao. Kiha planted a huge sweet-potato patch to feed the people starved by a famine in the area. Pata says the name recalls that famous patch— that Pukalani is a contraction of pu‘e o ka lani, “sweet potato mounds of the chief.” (Lani can also mean “very high chief.”)

A new project is placing signs around the island to mark the traditional boundaries of Maui ahupua‘a, ancient land divisions within larger sections known as moku. Eventually, the County Office of Economic Development plans to install signs for all twelve moku on the island. The first sign was set up in October 2018, at the edge of Pūlehunui ahupua‘a in the moku of Kula. Each sign has a design based

on the food resources gathered from the sea within the ahupua‘a, says project coordinator Vernon Kalanikau. Most ahupua‘a stretch mauka to makai (mountain to sea) and include shoreline, reefs and the ocean. So, while in recent times Kula is considered “Upcountry,” this sign project reminds us that the makai end, also known as Kīhei or South Maui, is “Kula Kai.”

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may not be traditional. “I give Inez Ashdown the benefit of the doubt. She did speak to kūpuna [elders]” who were alive a century ago. Pata, on the other hand, says two stories he’s heard could explain the name. Kahālāwai means “the meeting,” and one tale describes priests gathering at the sacred top of Pu‘u Kukui (“candlenut hill,” the highest point on West Maui) to consult with the gods. The other involves a conch shell, or pū, that was kept in a cave in Waikapū (“water of the conch”). Because the mountain slopes between Waikapū and ‘Īao Valley were riddled with caves, blowing the conch alerted chiefs living in ‘Īao to travel through underground passages for a gathering. Or did, until a supernatural dog named Puapualenalena grew infatuated with the pū, and stole it. Rather than their dictionary meanings, Holt believes the importance of these names is that they connect people to their places.

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“Because we are an island people, our places are near, and we interact with them often. Traditionally, people stayed for generations in an area. If we know the traditional name for a place, we should use it. I think what’s happened is, we’ve lost traditional place names because of the post office,” which lumped what had been many small, specific places into a single large one. Holt’s use of place names begins with her own address. Rather than simply saying that her home is in Wailuku, she describes where she lives as Kauahea,* in Paukūkalo (taro piece), in Wailuku. She also encourages her family to name their children “after the places that are important to us, so we never forget.” *Here, too, translations vary. According to Holt, Kauahea has “two different meanings, ‘the misty rain,’ and ‘battle cry.’ Our family uses ‘battle cry,’ but others use ‘the misty rain.’ It’s all good.”

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The magical dog Puapualenalena is known for stealing a special pū, a conch shell like those still used to announce an important event. Long ago, this pū resided somewhere in Waikapū, in a cave connected to a long lava tube. When the pū was blown within the cave, its sound echoed through the lava tube. Eventually, the story of this pū reached Kaua‘i, and a prophet from that island traveled to Maui in search of it. But Puapualenalena rescued the shell before the prophet could find it, and carried it to safety. Alas, it was silenced forever. The story dovetails nicely with a tale of how, in ancient times, a conch sent sound reverberating through a system of caves in West Maui’s mountain, calling chiefs to a meeting. If indeed it’s the same conch, did the theft leave the chiefs no way to signal their meetings?

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Good Ref lexes THE TREATMENT: Restorative Volcanic Foot Experience | Willow Stream Spa at Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui | 4100 Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea | 808-875-4100 | Fairmont.com/kea-lani-maui

Clockwise from top left: A volcanic-clay foot mask uses kava, noni and wasabi to ease tired feet and restore vitality. The ultraluxe Knesko face mask is infused with 24K gold nanoparticles. Guests may take home this hand-crafted massage stick made from invasive strawberry guava trees.

WHAT IT INCLUDES: There’s more than

meets the foot in this reflexology massage that treats the entire body. My therapist, Shannon Gabrielson, applies pressure to specific points on my feet that relate to organs and glands in the body. While the upsides of reflexology run the gamut, Shannon informs me that this treatment is especially effective for detoxifying and releasing impurities from the body.

BEST FOR: Since this massage focuses on the feet and neck, it’s especially great for those who would rather keep their clothes

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on, or who don’t have a lot of time to freshen up post treatment. MEMORABLE MOMENT: This entire

treatment is done while facing upwards, so I opt for an added face mask to work in concert with the reflexology massage. Shannon applies a 24K gold-infused mask from luxury skincare brand Knesko, whose “nanogold” particles are engineered to absorb into the skin. Surely the luxurious symbolism of the mask is enough to pique my interest, but my post-mask glow and plumped skin make me a believer.

ADDED PERK: This massage isn’t just

soothing for the body—it’s also good for the land and local youth. Willow Stream Spa is teaming with Lanakila Learning Center in Hilo to source custom massage sticks made from invasive and problematic waiawī (strawberry guava trees). The center applies holistic concepts to teach at-risk youth, and students hike into the forest to harvest, then hand-shape each stick. The sleek implement, which guests may take home, is used to stimulate specific pressure points on the foot.

THE COST: 60 minutes, $199; face mask, $49

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WHY YOU NEED IT: Our feet are unsung heroes in our daily routines—shuttling us from one appointment to the next, anchoring us during a workout, and helping us catch up with the kiddos in our lives. Then there are the fashion choices, like the Hawai‘i-favorite rubber slippers (aka flipflops) that offer little in the way of support. And how many of us ladies will confess to wedging our feet into those high heels that were irresistible when they went on sale, despite being a half-size too small?

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Clockwise: Eastern Seas Therapy includes a scrub made from essential oils and salts from the Dead Sea. The 10,000-square-foot Spa Helani offers thirteen treatment rooms and private ocean-view cabanas. The session begins with selecting from three kinds of essential oils. Unlike treatments that rely on intense pressure or rapid movements, this relaxing massage gently soothes every tension. Ancient Ayurvedic wisdom meets modern knowledge to create the Shankara skincare line used in this treatment.

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WHAT IT INCLUDES: Ancient practices

meet modern luxury during this treatment inspired by Ayurvedic tradition. Now, if you’re thinking, “Ayur . . . what?” you’re not alone. My therapist, Santini Melcone, explains the basic principles of Ayurveda, which is an ancient Indian wellness system rooted in the belief that everyone has a dosha, or energy personality type. “Ayurveda is all about finding balance,” explains Santini, and we begin. She asks me to select from three oils that each represent one of these doshas: vata (air), pitta (fire), and kapha (earth). “Your body is going to be naturally attracted to what you truly need to achieve that balance.” I sniff, and hand my selection to Santini. “Kapha,” she says, flashing a knowing smile. Santini explains that while it takes a detailed analysis to identify one’s doshic fingerprint, a quick glance at a person’s frame can be quite telling. For example, vata is the air element, and vata-dominant people are typically thin with delicate bone structure. “Based on your body type, you’re likely vata dominant,” she explains. “To balance that airiness, you want to bring grounding into your body, which is why I think you were drawn to the kapha oil, which represents earth.” This aromatherapy journey is followed by a scrub using the selected oil and salts from the Dead Sea to detoxify and exfoliate

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the body. The grand finale is an 50-minute massage using that same oil to further eliminate toxins and unravel knotty fascia.

BEST FOR: Suffering from a holiday hangover? On the road to burnout? This massage is ideal for when you’re feeling sluggish or needing a jump-start. Balance is the mainstay of Ayurveda, and Westin’s Eastern Seas Therapy aims for exactly that. THE PERKS: The Ayurvedic approach isn’t

just about treating a person’s symptoms or manipulating muscles. Rather, it works by correcting one’s overall equilibrium, which then treats what ails us by enabling the body to heal itself. Through identifying and addressing one’s imbalances, this holistic philosophy dives into mental and emotional territory, ideally achieving balance that’s much more than skin deep.

MEMORABLE MOMENT: Sure, applying

an exfoliating scrub can be a DIY job, but having a therapist take over feels special. Santini combines the essential oils with salts from the Dead Sea to create a fragrant mixture. Tiny granules caress my skin, kicking sout dead cells and making room for the moisturizing oils that are about to envelop me. She moves from my shoulders to toes, applying the scrub with just enough pressure to awaken my senses ever so gently. I take a quick rinse in the shower just steps away, and emerge looking and feeling positively polished.

THE COST: 80 minutes, $225—Lehia Apana

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Flawless Footwork WHAT IT INCLUDES: Slow and detailed manipulation of myofascial

tissue applied through the skilled feet of a highly trained therapist. My own highly trained therapist, Vicki Sorenson, studied Sarga on O‘ahu with Jivatma Massaguer and Daniel Tsukayama, who developed the technique in 2016. Fabric straps attached to the underside of the massage table provide stability while allowing the therapist to deliver controlled tension and gravitational pressure through her feet for precise musclestress relief. “Myofascial” refers to the connective tissue that is found throughout the human body. It’s what weaves through our muscles and extends to connect to our bones and joints. The combination of those bare feet and the slippery massage lotion on my back conjured precarious scenarios in my mind. But Vicki eased my concern by explaining that the unscented cream—a proprietary mixture of organic coconut oil and Hawaiian beeswax—provides just the right amount of friction through its high viscosity.

BEST FOR: People with large and thick body types, who enjoy deep massage, will find this treatment perfect for easing tension, because feet, which provide greater coverage, and fabric straps that manage the pressure, combine to effectively dig into massive muscle areas. Athletes and other active people will likely welcome the relief of

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this new and innovative deep-tissue technique. After a laborious weekend of yard work, I especially enjoyed the way the treatment felt on the tight muscles in my arms and hands. THE PERKS: The treatment takes place in a small room whose large,

open glass door allows natural light to filter in. The screen door lets the trade winds and natural outdoor sounds contribute to an enveloping sensory experience. A full shoulder and neck massage at the end felt like a bonus after the comprehensive bodywork.

MEMORABLE MOMENT: I’ve had a good number of spa treatments

over the years, including barefoot techniques, but this one is by far the most memorable in terms of muscle activation. The long strokes applied from my shoulder to the back of my knee had my leg muscles tingling as if they were hooked up to one of those electrostimulation machines used in sports therapies. The same sensations pulsed through my forearms until they felt so heavy and relaxed, it was almost as though they weren’t there. At other times, under the pressure of Vicki’s footwork, I found myself breathing in such a forceful yet controlled way that I sounded as though I were in a Lamaze childbirth-training class. It was the first time I could not sit up after a massage treatment, which I can only attribute to my muscle fatigue being erased in a wonderfully relaxed way.

THE COS T: 60 minutes, $160 | 90 minutes, $220 | 120 minutes, $310

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THE TREATMENT: Sarga Bodywork | Lumeria Maui | 1813 Baldwin Avenue, Makawao | 808-579-8877 | LumeriaMaui.com

Clockwise: Lumeria’s massage rooms bring the scents and sounds of nature into a private setting. Stabilized by silk straps that help her control pressure, Vicki employs long, slow strokes from shoulder to knee. Sarga high-viscosity lotion creates a light friction—being stepped on never felt so good.

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I never shut up. So when a good twenty minutes go by without a peep, I realize I’ve dozed off on the table under the warm, emphatic hands of my masseuse, Sarah Gregory. That’s a first. But so is the Essential massage I’ve chosen from ‘Āwili Spa’s menu. The combination of light-, medium- and deep-tissue pressures is designed to release muscle tension, relieve stress, and promote relaxation. Okay, I’ve mainly chosen it because I’m curious about what sets the Essential massage apart: therapeutic cannabis. In 2018, soon after the State of Hawai‘i made it legal, ‘Āwili became the first spa on Maui to incorporate cannabidiol (CBD) in the treatment. This is not your mother’s marijuana trip (nor mine, which last occurred during the Reagan Administration). CBD is a non-psychoactive substance that won’t get you high.

BEST FOR: What CBD will do, scientists think, is relieve aches and pains, arthritis and inflammation. In the treatment room, Sarah offers a small cup of cannabis-infused tea to help me relax from the inside out. (Tastes pretty good, too.) Then I’m on the table on my tummy, Sarah’s comforting hands pressing warm CBD oil into my back, shoulders, arms. “Would you like me to focus on any particular area?” she asks. I direct her to my neck and shoulders (chronically stiff from long hours at the computer) and arthritic thumbs. After a while she’s using her whole forearm to apply deep, slow strokes to my back. I recognize it as lomilomi, traditional Hawaiian massage. THE PERKS: Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., and

From top: A handsomely appointed private shower takes ‘Āwili’s treatment room up a notch or ten. CBD oil massaged into aching muscles deepens the relaxation begun with CBD tea. The salon’s apothecary approach provides the foundation for spa products customblended for each client’s needs.

clients who purchase at least $140 in spa services (along with Andaz guests) are welcome to enjoy the amenities all day. ‘Āwili recommends arriving well before your appointment to enjoy its dry sauna, steam room and heated plunge pool. Do. Before my massage I wrapped up in a thick terry robe and regally ensconced myself on a chaise longue, on my lap a plate of orange and apple slices, dried mango and cookies, the curtain partly closed so no one would see if I spilled crumbs. After the treatment—joints blissfully pain-free—I oozed into the plunge pool, hoping no one would notice if I never left.

massage, when Sarah applied a facial oil of eucalyptus and lavender. The scent was strong, but so delightful that I kept breathing deeply to enjoy every molecule.

TIP: The word ‘āwili is Hawaiian for “blend,” and

‘Āwili’s salon lives up to the name, with oils and fragrances custom blended just for you—and available for purchase.

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experience reached its pinnacle when Christina Felty brought the concert to each person. As she played a Tibetan bowl a few inches above my head, the majestic sound reverberated from my crown to my toes and back again, tuning my entire body to a new and marvelous music. Next she activated my “third eye” with a single drop of water. This sounded a little woo-woo at first—until I was lying still on my mat, suspended in a state of relaxation; with that single touch, my entire being aligned like a laser beam.

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Matt Wanderscheid says his groundskeeping gig is a natural fit: At the age of two, he shocked his parents when he figured out how to start his dad’s push mower—and he’s been tending to his family’s backyard ever since.

Matt Wanderscheid has never had a case of the Mondays. While many of us start the workweek with a groan, he looks forward to it—even on the groggy mornings when his alarm clock rousts him out of bed at 2 a.m. “Yeah, it’s early, but I don’t mind,” Matt says, flashing a smile. “I love my job.” So much, in fact, that his mom, Debbie, had those four words emblazoned on the back of a T-shirt and gave it to her son as a Christmas present. On the front: the logo of Matt’s employer, Ka Lima O Maui, a nonprofit organization that provides job training and employment opportunities to adults with physical and mental disabilities. For Matt, Ka Lima’s motto, “achieving independence through self-reliance,” resonates deeply. “I’m glad I can earn my own money,” he says. “Every day I get to work is a blessing.” Like Matt, Chantal Ratte, Ka Lima’s executive director, has plenty of bright spots in her workday. “Sometimes the clients wait for me in the parking lot so they can open my car door and say ‘good morning,’” she says. “It’s a daily reminder of what we are accomplishing here.” Ka Lima made its debut in 1955 as a vocational rehabilitation program for recovering tuberculosis patients. For the first few years, participants rebuilt their lives—financially and otherwise—making crafts to sell, collating documents for local businesses, and refurbishing airplane passengers’ bulky headsets in a modest house-turned-workshop in Kahului. The organization soon expanded to serve a larger population of Maui residents in need of job training, and added more work projects to its repertoire, including a woodshop, thrift store, and a plant nursery (all three were phased out in the 1980s and early 2000s, when an influx of retailers made it harder to compete). Today, the nonprofit is Maui’s largest employer of individuals with disabilities—people who might not otherwise have had an opportunity to enter the workforce. Ka Lima may be best known for its landscaping and janitorial services program, which has been going strong since the 1960s and now employs more than sixty-five men and women through annual contracts with private businesses and County and Federal governments. In any given week, crews work at more than eighty locations—from parks to beaches to office buildings—islandwide. It may be the most visible operation, but the nonprofit also helps its clients climb other career ladders: Through its job placement and

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retention program, Ka Lima carefully considers the abilities and interests of each new client, matches him or her to a suitable workplace, and checks in regularly to make sure everything is going smoothly. Not every client’s dream has a dream job to match, but Ka Lima can come pretty close. One client said he wanted to be a rock star. With Ka Lima’s help, he’s now in his element working at a music store. Another job seeker said he’d like to be a pilot; today he’s cleaning airplanes at Kahului Airport and relishing the experience. “If they come here with a big dream, we can tap into it,” Chantal says. For clients with developmental disabilities, Ka Lima offers training in basic (and not-so-basic) living skills—which run the gamut from computer literacy to interpersonal communication to cooking classes—as

Over the years, Ka Lima has mirrored its mission of selfreliance, generating its own income. But now it’s asking for the community’s help. part of its Medicaid Waiver program. Matt Wanderscheid signed up for the program not long after moving to Maui from Washington State in 2011, and says it was a game-changer. The best part? “It helped me get my driver’s license,” he grins. Matt joined Ka Lima’s employee roster six years ago and quickly rose through the ranks in the landscaping and janitorial services program; he was named employee of the year in 2013 and promoted to his current position, fill-in supervisor, two years ago. Twice a week, Matt clocks in at 3 a.m. and cleans the TSA screening stations at Kahului Airport (and at six-foot-three, he’s the go-to guy for the loftier tasks). On alternating days, he takes care of the grounds at a

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Wailuku condominium complex, a County beach park, and the J. Walter Cameron Center in Kahului, where Ka Lima is currently headquartered. On most days, instead of making a beeline for home, Matt hangs out with his coworkers after a shift. “There are a lot of nice people here,” he says. “They make me feel like family.” He’s also a member of the Hui Club, a group that socializes outside of work (and Matt says they try not to talk shop when they’re off the clock). As an organization, Ka Lima has mirrored its mission of self-reliance over the years by generating its own income through private fundraising, state purchase of service contracts, and its landscaping and janitorial service contracts. But now it’s asking for the community’s help. In 2018, the nonprofit launched a capital campaign to raise $4.5 million for a long-dreamed-of home of its own. Once constructed, the new facility will sit on a two-acre site a short distance from Ka Lima’s leased space at the Cameron Center, and consolidate the nonprofit’s administrative offices, classrooms, meeting rooms, and equipment storage and maintenance base yard, which are currently spread over several locations. “We’ve outgrown the space we’re in now,” Chantal explains. “The new [campus] will allow us to expand our programs and services by 20 percent in the first year.” And 20 percent is significant. Of Maui’s 160,000 full-time residents, nearly 20,000 have some kind of disability, and finding work can be exceedingly difficult. And for Ka Lima’s clients, a job is more than a source of income. It also gives them a sense of purpose, dignity, and self-worth. The pride is palpable, Chantal says, “when you hand someone a paycheck who didn’t think they’d ever get one. They hold their heads high.” That is why Ka Lima’s mission—to help individuals with disabilities live fully integrated lives—is so important, and why every contribution to the capital campaign will make a difference. Just ask Matt, who will never forget the day he received his first paycheck (he promptly splurged on some new clothes and a few bags of groceries). “It felt really good to know that I did it all on my own,” he says. “And if I can do it, other people can, too.” To learn more about Ka Lima O Maui or to contribute to the capital campaign, visit KaLimaOMaui.org or call 808-244-5502.

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Above: Renderings of Ka Lima’s future home. In 2016, the organization renovated an existing multipurpose building on the two-acre parcel for its Medicaid Waiver program. Once completed, the adjacent two-story facility will house Ka Lima’s employment and training programs, and consolidate the nonprofit’s operations. Left: Matt is a proud graduate of the Medicaid Waiver program, through which he earned his driver’s license.

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If ever there were a home that could give new meaning to the term “beach house,” this is it. Set on a rocky point overlooking Kapalua Bay, Craig Ramsey’s ultra-luxurious residence has eight bedrooms, eight-and-a-half bathrooms, four guest suites with private lānai, caretaker’s quarters, and an infinity pool. And on occasion, it has things that go bump in the night. On a cool winter evening five years ago, Craig was startled awake by thunderous banging. He grabbed a flashlight and dashed outside, following the sound to the edge of the craggy cliff. In the rippling waters below, a humpback whale was giving birth to a calf under the moonlit sky. “It is one of the best memories of my life,” he says. (To his delight, mother and baby lingered offshore for two weeks afterward.)

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Above: The infinity-edge pool creates a natural focal point between the house and the deep blue sea. At night, warm light streaming through the home’s expanse of glass illuminates the grounds. Top right: The great room’s orientation draws the eye to a whale-sized ocean view. Guestready space emphasizes comfort; cozy couches and chairs are made of durable—and wet-swimsuit friendly—outdoor fabrics. Bottom right: The kitchen thrives in its new locale with soffit lighting, sapele-wood cabinetry, backlit onyx walls, and underlit countertops of green onyx and thick-cast glass.

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Clockwise from top: Elevating the master suite’s cedar ceiling several feet gave a greater sense of space and ushered in more light. An illuminated yellow-onyx accent wall is a striking addition to the master bath. Above the luxurious La Cava soaking tub, a polarized glass window transitions from clear to opaque at the touch of a button.

Craig purchased the property in 2000. A San Francisco resident and founder of the cloudsoftware company Vlocity, he had spent fruitless months looking for the right home along Maui’s south shore. Then his realtor took him to see an estate for sale within Kapalua Resort—one of only eight oceanfront properties along this coast, and one of three on a private point there. Its original owner intended the home as a retreat, and took design cues from the Manele Bay Hotel

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Above: A vantage like no other; the property’s high perch offers sweeping views of the Pacific and the neighboring islands of Moloka‘i and Lāna‘i.

views. “It was so much better than anything I’d seen,” he says. He was also charmed by some not-so-run-of-themill features, including a small, solarpowered lighthouse perched on one end of the property. Left behind by a previous owner—the U.S. Coast Guard—it had been moved from its original location to make room for the construction of the home in 1996. Another: earthen burrows dotting the cliffside. Built before changes in zoning, the estate is located within a conservation area that is a nesting habitat for the ‘ua‘u kani, or wedge-tailed shearwater. Craig says he spent ten minutes touring the interior and a few hours wandering the grounds before deciding he’d found “the one.” In the years that followed, he and his family became stewards of the land and the seabird colonies that call it home. Craig has contributed to conservation efforts to protect the pelagic ‘ua’u kani (which come ashore in June to lay eggs in burrows and crev-

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its coastal surroundings. Craig and Sara initially intended “just a little remodel”: a renovation of the oceanfacing wing, christened the “great room.” But once Sara got started, the project took on a life of its own and became a downto-the-studs transformation. She decided to reorganize and update everything—all materials and all building systems—and ultimately transformed 10,000 square feet of the interior, and another 10,000 outside (including the courtyard, covered walkways, outdoor rooms, patios and pool area) into simple, modern spaces. Sara describes the former great room

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as “dark and introverted.” It’s now lofty and light-filled, and at twice its original size accommodates an expanded living and dining space that opens to a covered lānai and the pool deck. The relocated kitchen had been in the mauka (mountainfacing) wing that is now the kids’ bunk-bedoutfitted space. To make the most of the views, Sara had the deep eaves shortened and raised—a subtle but significant change, she says—and doors and windows replaced with floor-to-ceiling Fleetwood sliders. Light and glass are recurring themes throughout. Beyond the circular drive, a glass wall twenty feet long spans the front entrance, its wide pivot doors inviting guests inside. Once-opaque walls and doors are now transparent; clear- and frostedglass enclosures separate showers from elliptical, wood-cradled tubs in the master and guest suites. And there are nods to nature everywhere. Sara kept the original floor, whose textured limestone evokes a sandy beach. The old, worn roof has been reframed; new, sparkling blue-green terra cotta tiles mimic the hues of the ocean. (Sara worked with a professional colorist to pin down the right shade, and at one point, had hundreds of samples stacked in a corner of her office.) The outdated pool has been converted into a heated saline infinity pool lined with iridescent tiles whose colors change in the

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Rack of lamb on a pool of jalapeño-mint vinaigrette is served with creamy goat cheese croquette and Maui pineapple jam.

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It was 1987, and I was on my first fancy dinner date with my then-boyfriend, Chris. We arrived at the hostess stand only to be told Chris didn’t meet the restaurant’s dress code: the requisite dinner jacket. I didn’t know it, but he was going to propose to me that night, and luckily for Chris (and me!), they said, “We have a jacket in the closet for, ahem, The Unprepared.” His 130-pound frame disappeared under the Dijon mustard-colored cloth that was laughably oversized and reached mid-

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Restaurant general manager and sommelier Doug Mossman decants a 2000 Romanée-Conti Burgundy, its neck illuminated by the candle below. (The light helps to reveal the wine sediment.) Aeration is generally reserved for red wines, but certain white wines may also benefit from aeration. Doug will happily advise.

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thigh. I felt bad for his having to sport a coat in eighty-degree temperature, but the food was sublime. Over the years, the dinner jacket has become a personal choice, not a fashion dictate. But at least one Wailea restaurant would certainly be worth the trouble: Nick’s Fishmarket, in the heart of Fairmont Kea Lani Resort. For twenty-one years, Nick’s has set a standard for tour-de-force service, masterful cuisine, and a wine selection second to none. Overlooking winding paths, water-lily gardens, and cabanas that look like miniature Taj Mahals, it’s an oasis made for romance. Sans dinner jacket, we arrive early to relax over cocktails: a fresh-juiced grapefruit Cosmopolitan for Chris, and for me, a blood orange Old Fashioned garnished with my favorite: Luxardo cherries. Nearly all the seats at the bar are taken; we’re not the only patrons eager to enjoy cocktail creations by bartenders Jason Lewis and Dave Save, who have worked a collective twenty-eight years at Nick’s. A few chattering mynah

birds on the lawn fronting the restaurant discuss their day’s catch as we gaze at the sky’s changing colors. The resonant call of a conch signals the start of the torch-lighting ceremony, and as if drawn by a Pied Piper, laughing children follow at the heels of a malo (loincloth)-clad conch blower until he exclaims, “Aloha!” and disappears into the darkening night. We settle in at our table, and a skillfully choreographed performance surrounds us. Head server Greg Holquin presents a basket of cheesy Parmesan-chile lavosh and wholewheat baguette, served with a ramekin of butter sprinkled with pink ‘alaea salt, while Jared fills our glasses with sparkling water. “This lavosh is so good,” I say with a blissful sigh. Chris nods, stops chewing, and replies, “I have to stop before I fill up on it”—then bites into his second butterslathered piece. Restaurant general manager and sommelier Doug Mossman arrives and proposes a chef-led menu, to which Chris and I happily consent. “Yes, no allergies here, so please . . . surprise us!” He returns with a bottle of perfectly chilled CF chardonnay, and as he pours, says, “This semidry wine with citrus notes will go well with the first course of hamachi crudo with pink peppercorn-citrus vinaigrette and kalua pork potstickers in curry sauce.” I take my first bite of the crisp, pan-seared dumpling and tell Chris, “There’s just a whisper of pineapple in the curry. This could be one of my all-time favorite preparations for kalua.” The crudo and wine create an equally perfect pairing, as the wine’s acidity cuts through the fattiness of the hamachi. Our second course is a happy surprise of two temptingly plated dishes. The first, braised adobo pork belly with seared diver scallops, Left: Spicy red tobiko accents hamachi crudo afloat in a bright grapefruit vinaigrette. Right: Nick’s raises the bar with pan-fried kalua-pig pot stickers on a pool of caramelized pineapple curry sauce.

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Left: Chef de cuisine Kau Akina drizzles creamy, triple-blanched garlic sauce over rare ‘ahi on a bed of asparagus and roasted sweet potatoes and root vegetables. Right: Creamy risotto and sautéed pak choy surround seared scallops and pork adobo in a soy-vinegar reduction.

DINING rests on a bed of creamy risotto drizzled with adobo vinaigrette. The second dish, seared monchong with lemon, white wine and caperbutter sauce over ravioli filled with sweet potato and mascarpone, draws sighs from us before we’ve even tasted it. As Doug fills our glasses with a 2016 Lloyd Cellars chardonnay, I ask, “Are you from Maui?” (Mossman is a prominent and familiar name in the island’s judicial system.) His answer surprises us: Born in Honolulu, he’s the son of actor Doug Mossman Sr., who appeared in Magnum PI, and played the part of Detective Frank Kamana in the long-running television series Hawaii Five-0. Sleuthing must run in the family, I think, as Doug reveals what he knows about winemaker Robert Lloyd. “He was with [the notable] Rombauer Vineyards prior to opening his own winery. You’ll love this selection from the Carneros region. It’s a delicious find for us.” Lightly oaked, the wine shines with crispness and a long finish, and we cherish every sip. “Doug knows his wines and food pairings,” Chris deduces. “This is such a good match for these two very different dishes.” Just then we see Aaron Plakourackis, whose Tri-Star Restaurant Group owns three other Maui restaurants as well as Nick’s: Son’z Steakhouse in Kā‘anapali, Sarento’s on the Beach in Kīhei, and Manoli’s Pizza Company in Wailea. (Combined, Tri-Star’s Maui venues have won twenty-nine ‘Aipono Restaurant Awards, an annual readers’ choice competition hosted by Maui Nō Ka ‘Oi.) Aaron is greeting diners tableside, and soon heads over to us. “I’m impressed,” I tell him. “Not many restaurant-group owners visit their properties every night.” With a warm smile, Aaron says, “I’m what they call old school. I feel it’s important to visit [all of my] restaurants, not only to meet the guests, but because of my employees. It conveys that we are in this together. That I care about my customers and how they perceive the service and food.” Then he asks, “How is the food? We have a new chef de cuisine in training.” He tells us that executive chef Geno Sarmiento’s protégé is twenty-six-year-old Kaulani Akina, a graduate of Kamehameha Schools Maui; she’s been a cook with Tri-Star for five years. “Kau has talent and you will enjoy her food.” We nod, extolling Chef Kau for the dishes we’ve already experienced. As Aaron departs, our main entrées arrive. Chef Kau has chosen the New Zealand rack of lamb, served with a crunchy orb of panko-crusted goat cheese on Maui pineapple jam atop a pool of warm, mint-infused vinaigrette. The plating is stunning, while the flavors meld into a savory sweet-tart harmony. The crunch of roasted Moloka‘i sweet potato is punctuated with the fruitiness of pineapple jam and jalapeno-mint vinaigrette. The second entrée, a generous portion of seared ‘ahi cooked rare, is served with a brandy-peppercorn foie gras sauce that transports me back to a classic steak Diane preparation. The ‘ahi becomes the perfect substitute for red meat, and the flavors and side dishes mimic those one would find with its classic counterpart: asparagus spears and new potatoes in a triple-blanched garlic cream sauce. Mossman’s wine pairing choice, a 2014 Frank Family Vineyards cabernet sauvignon, works with the fish and lamb, as a juicy cherry bomb of fruit marries with the soul satisfying meaty flavors. What better way to end such a meal than with fire and a touch of artistry? Strawberries Panzini set aflame with Grand Marnier, served with Devonshire cream, Hawaiian brown sugar and chocolate sauce, and paired with a glass of Far Niente dessert wine, caps the night with an extra-sweet finish. Utterly satisfied, we agree that the true luxury of a dinner such as this is the memories we’ll share long after—no dinner jacket required.

Crunchy fried Maui onions add sweetness and a delicate bite to the luscious seared ‘ahi on brandied foie gras peppercorn sauce. Left: Ikaika Keawekane’s performance is one of confident concentration: After setting a glass of Grand Marnier alight, he pours it into another glass to caramelize the sugars before drizzling the liqueur over a plate of fresh strawberries. Below: Devonshire cream and brown sugar decorated in the shape of a pineapple await the strawberries bathed in Grand Marnier.

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Becky’s Backyard Dressed up in sweet caramelized Maui onions and BBQ sauce, jackfruit can mimic meat and tempt even a carnivore’s palate. Below: Thriving trees can produce twenty- to fortypound jackfruits—enough for an entire neighborhood.

JACKFRUIT OF ALL TRADES STORY BY BECKY SPEERE PHOTOGRAPHY BY TORI SPEERE I bought “Jacklyn,” my jackfruit tree, at the Upcountry Farmer’s Market when she was a one-year-old keiki (child) a mere two feet tall. Who would’ve guessed that Jackie had the elevated aspirations to grow fifty feet in four years! A species of Moraceae, it’s in the same family as mulberry and fig—all relatively short, gangly trees. It’s also kin to ‘ulu, a.k.a. breadfruit. A single jackfruit may top a hundred and twenty pounds, but the fruit on my tree average about forty. What I’ve learned: Don’t try to catch a falling jackfruit. I’ll never forget the horrified screams that dissolved into sidesplitting laughter when Chef Takuya “Tak” Toride followed a technique that I’d found on the Internet for harvesting the prickly fruit. THE SCENE: MiJin KangToride (our stealthy chef-videographer) stands at the ready to document our harvest. Chef Tak perches on a fifteen-foot ladder with a saw blade sickle in hand to sever the stem of the thirty-five-pound jackfruit. Chef Rob Ramshur and I wait below with a sheet stretched between us

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to catch the fruit (or Tak, whichever comes first). “Okay, here it comes!” yells Tak. But on its way down, the fruit hits a branch, and in a split second disappears from our view. That’s when we all scream and run for our lives. Although I didn’t have a splat calculator (yes, they exist) to gauge mass (of jackfruit) X distance (twenty feet), it did make an indentation in the ground, confirming my thought: It is super heavy. Perhaps you have seen jackfruit in Mana Foods or Whole Foods Market, and been put off by its sheer size and dubious appearance. But as locals say, “No be scared! Try ‘em!” In fact, jackfruit is as versatile and delicious as it is odd looking. Wrigley’s used an extract of this tropical fruit with the tutti-frutti smell to flavor its Juicy Fruit gum. I’ve made liqueur and li hing mui from jackfruit; candied and dried it; curried the green, unripe fruit; and used it in BBQ sandwiches. Almost every part is edible, and although its preparation takes time and patience, the rewards are many. You can separate the flesh from the seeds and enjoy it fresh; and boil the seeds until tender for snacking on, or use them to make hummus. WEB EXCLUSIVES: Watch clips of island chefs having a whack at some jackfruit and find a recipe for Halo Halo Popsicles at MauiMagazine.net/jackfruit.

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It’s nine-thirty on a Monday morning at Kahekili Beach Park and Alvin Savella is throwing a mahalo party for The Banyan Tree back-of-the-house staff, whom he lovingly calls his “Kitchen Assassin Squad.” Alvin was named Chef of the Year at the 2018 ‘Aipono Restaurant Awards, sponsored by Maui Nō Ka ‘Oi Magazine. Votes by our readers determine most of the winners. Chef of the Year is different: It’s chosen by culinary professionals. Being given that honor is a big deal in Maui’s restaurant scene, but it doesn’t stop Alvin from spending his day off cooking for his “squad.” He tells me, “These guys are the reason for the restaurant’s success. I couldn’t do it with-

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Clockwise from left: Lechon-style, skin-on pork belly, roasted to a crisp and juicy finish, turns a picnic into a feast. The best soft-shell crab, fried to the perfect savory crunch, makes a delicious mahalo (thank you) for Alvin’s “squad.” Inamona, ogo, Hawaiian salt and Maui onions season this classic ‘ahi poke. And to cap the meal, halo halo dessert with ube ice cream.

Chef Savella’s Lechon Pork Belly Yield: 20–25 servings Prep time: overnight marinating, 2 days drying skin in refrigerator, then 20 minutes prep Cook time: 5 hours

out them.” Then he turns to them and says, “Go eat!” “For sure!” “‘Ono!” “You don’t have to tell me twice!” the eight cooks holler as they dive into the fruits of his labor. Alvin has cooked a small mountain of crispy soft-shell crab lightly crusted with corn flour; tako poke marinated in sesame, soy and mirin; fresh ‘ahi poke tossed with limu and sea salt; and a mini lechon roasted to a caramel-brown finish. It’s cooked so perfectly that juices drip over the edges of the cutting board. As the breezes blow from West Maui’s mountain, I imagine the child named Alvin Savella growing up playing kickball and marbles in Lahaina, and the young man who returned to Maui in 2012 after college and more than ten years in California’s culinary industry. He says, “I attended my first ‘Aipono Gala in 2013. That was the year that Sheldon Simeon [Top Chef favorite and owner of Tin Roof Maui and Lineage restaurants] won his first Chef of the Year award. I was at the event with [Chef ] Wes Holder and the [Westin] Kā‘anapali Ocean Resort chefs. When I saw him on the stage, I thought ‘How can I be as successful in my career? How do I get there?’ The ‘Aipono Awards inspired me to try harder. To give back.” As we wind down our conversation and return to the beach hale, his chefs have wrapped up the leftovers and readied the ice chests to be loaded into his car. Alvin nods towards them. “These guys are my restaurant ‘ohana [family],” he says. “It’s more than just a working environment. I can count on every one of them to be their best. On my day off, I know [the restaurant] is still functioning like I’m there.” The Ritz-Carlton’s Banyan Tree Restaurant is closed for renovations through early January. Meanwhile, Alvin leads the charge at Hook + Knife, located at the hotel’s Ulana Terrace. For reservations, call 665-7089.

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Ingredients 1 skin-on pork belly (12–15 lb.) 5 oz. ginger, peeled and sliced thinly 4 oz. lemongrass, lower white end, smashed and sliced thinly 2 oz. kaffir lime leaves, hard central vein removed, sliced 2 lbs. brown sugar 1 lb. kosher salt Method: Combine ginger, lemongrass, and kaffir lime leaves in a food processor and purée or mince by hand. Fold herb mixture, salt and brown sugar together in a mixing bowl. Rub evenly over the pork belly and refrigerate overnight. Run pork under cold water, rinsing off the cure. Dry well with paper towels. Roll and tie pork into a roulade using butcher’s twine. Place pork on a wire rack and refrigerate, uncovered, for 2 days. This allows the skin to dry so it crisps when roasting. Roast pork in 280° oven for 4½ hours, then raise the temperature to 400° and roast for another 30 minutes. Remove the belly from the oven and let stand for 15 minutes. Remove butcher’s twine and cut lechon into ¼” slices. Serve with Mang Tomas Lechon Sauce.* *Found at Wal-Mart stores.

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(pictured below, right) Courtesy of Nick’s Fishmarket ½ oz. fresh-squeezed lime or calamansi juice 2 oz. Ocean vodka ¼ oz. Cointreau a few drops of lemon juice dash of cranberry juice Method: Place ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake well and strain into a coupe glass.

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(above) Courtesy of Lahaina Grill 1½ oz. Avuá Amburana Cachaça ¾ oz. lime juice ¾ oz. spiced blood orange syrup*

*BLOOD ORANGE SYRUP 2 c. sugar 2 c. blood orange juice zest of 1 orange 1 cinnamon stick 1 tsp. whole allspice ½ tsp. cloves 1 whole nutmeg, roughly crushed Method: Bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer 8–10 minutes. Cool and strain. Refrigerate. Keeps for one week in the refrigerator.

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Method: Shake with ice and pour into a bucket glass. Garnish with a dehydrated orange slice.

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Treat yourself to la dolce vita with Chef Ces Jocson of Taverna as she creates a four-course feast highlighting dishes from some of Italy’s most famous food regions, including Emilia Romagna, Liguria, Umbria and Campania. Chambers & Chambers Wine Merchants showcases wines that will pair wonderfully with this special menu. Chef Ces Jocson was born and raised in the Philippines, and has followed her appetite and good taste around the world. She studied culinary arts in Switzerland, where she also gained experience at Michelin-star restaurant Seerestaurant Belvédère. She furthered her career at Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach, and Honu Seafood and Pizza on Maui before joining the team at Taverna, where she is currently sous chef. “I am still as eager and curious as when I first embarked on this culinary journey,” says Chef Jocson. “Every new dish is as exciting as the last. It is this excitement for food that I want to share with each and every guest that walks into our restaurant.”

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A‘a Roots, 5095 Napilihau St., Suite 3, Napili Plaza, 298-2499. Vegan cuisine made with the freshest Maui produce. Try the açai bowl, soba bowl with peanut sauce, or bagel sandwich with hummus, avo and veggies. International. B, L. $

Cliff Dive Grill, Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, 2605 Kā‘anapali Pkwy., Kā‘anapali, 661-0031. Order Hawaiian-style edamame, a juicy burger, or fish taco to go with your poolside mai tai or Black Rock Lager. Hawai‘i Regional. L, D. $–$$

Alaloa Lounge, Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua, 1 Ritz-Carlton Dr., Kapalua, 669-6200. This stylish bar attracts a cocktail generation as lovely as the views. Sushi. D, N. $

Cool Cat Café, 658 Front St., Lahaina, 6670908. Burgers, chicken, fish and more, all in a fiftiesdiner atmosphere. Kid-friendly. American. L, D. $

Alchemy Maui, 157 Kupuohi St., Lahaina, 7932115. Nutty veggie and white--cheddar burgers, bahn mi bowls with lemongrass chicken, and mojo pork for Cubanos on freshly baked sourdough—all served in this quasi-industrial setting. Don’t forget the Valley Isle Kombucha. International. L. $-$$ Aloha Mixed Plate, 1285 Front St., Lahaina, 661-3322. Plate lunches served up with plenty of aloha. Shoyu chicken, chow fun, and banana lumpia are local favorites. Kid-friendly. Local Mixed Plate. L, D, N. $ Amigo’s, 658 Front St., Lahaina, 661-0210. Authentic Mexican fajitas, tostadas, chile verde, flautas, and Amigo’s famous wet burritos. Huge portions. Kid-friendly. Mexican. B, L, D. $ Auntie’s Kitchen, The Westin Kā‘anapali Ocean Resort Villas, 6 Kai Ala Dr., Kā‘anapali, 667-3200. Saimin, burgers and fresh-fish plate lunches mingle with other local fare. Local Mixed Plate. B, L, D. $–$$ The Banyan Tree, 1 Ritz-Carlton Dr., Kapalua, 665-7096. Hokkaido seared scallops with smoked pork belly. Kula corn and farro risotto with Hāmākua mushroom. Smoked rib-eye steak, Ali‘i mushrooms and cheddar potatoes. Pacific Rim. D. $$–$$$$ Breakwall Shave Ice, The Wharf Cinema Center, 658 Front St., Lahaina, 661-4900. Adult shave ice? You bet! Cool off with one of the best snow cones on Maui, and discover your favorite island flavor. Treats. $ Cane & Canoe, Montage Kapalua Bay, 1 Bay Dr., Kapalua, 662-6681. For breakfast: Surfing Goat Dairy cheese crêpes with Kula strawberries or croque-madame made with Hawaiian sweet bread filled with kālua pork and Gruyère mornay sauce. For dinner: Kaua‘i prawns and Kona kampachi with beet dashi, kabocha squash, or mushroom Bolognese over yaki soba noodles. Kid-friendly. Pacific Rim. B, D. $$$–$$$$ Choice Health Bar, 1087 Limahana Pl., Lahaina, 661-7711. Juices, smoothies, salads, soups and açai bowls are all made with fresh local ingredients. Daily specials, and an epic entrée with forbidden rice and marinated broccoli in red-pepper sesame sauce. Second West Maui location: Whalers Village,

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Down the Hatch, The Wharf Cinema Center, 658 Front St., Lahaina, 661-4900. Mermaid fries with cheese, bacon, ranch dressing and lava sauce; towering shrimp cocktails; fresh island fish; and lots of Southern aloha . . . great shave ice, too! (See Breakwall’s listing.) Hawai‘i Regional. B, L, D, N, RR. $$ Drums of the Pacific, Hyatt Regency Maui, 200 Nohea Kai Dr., Kā‘anapali, 661-1234. Enjoy a traditional imu ceremony and Hawaiian cuisine, plus the dances and music of Polynesia. Kid-friendly. Lū‘au. D, RR. $$$$ Duke’s, Honua Kai Resort & Spa, 130 Kai Malina Pkwy., Kā‘anapali, 662-2900. Imagine Old Hawai‘i at this open-air beach house while dining on crab-andmacadamia-nut wontons or prime rib. Kid-friendly. American/Pacific Rim. B, L, D, RR. $$ Feast at Lele, 505 Front St., Lahaina, 6675353. This classy beachfront lū‘au explores the cultural and culinary world of the Pacific Islands. Open bar. Lū‘au. D, RR. $$$$ Fleetwood’s on Front St., 744 Front St., Lahaina, 669-6425. (Yes, that Fleetwood.) Pacific oysters with a tart apple mignonette, grilled Hawaiian shutome, and a one-pound Harley Davidson Hog Burger. Bar opens 2 p.m. American/British Pub Food. L, D. $$–$$$$ Foodland, 878 Front St., Lahaina, 661-0975. Don’t let the fact that it’s a supermarket fool you. From spicy ‘ahi and sesame-shoyu octopus, to Korean shredded dried ika (squid), these poke choices will boggle your mind. But order up! Folks are waiting in line behind you! Second West Maui location: 345 Keawe St., Lahaina, 662-7088. Poke. $ Frida’s Mexican Beach House, 1287 Front St. Lahaina, 661-1287. Chalupas, fresh aguachile ‘ahi, short-rib tacos, and great mixology are among the reasons this seaside restaurant won the Gold ‘Aipono for Best Mexican Cuisine. Latin-inspired. L, D. $–$$ The Gazebo, Outrigger Nāpili Shores, 5315 L. Honoapi‘ilani Rd., Nāpili, 669-5621. Mac-nut pancakes, French toast and legendary fried rice served with an ocean view. Kid-friendly. American. B, L. $ Honokōwai Okazuya, 3600-D L. Honoapi‘ilani Hwy., Honokōwai, 665-0512. Plate lunches piled

high with two-scoops rice and mac salad fly out the door of this tiny takeout shop. Local Mixed Plate. No credit cards. L. $ Honu Seafood & Pizza, 1295 Front St., Lahaina, 667-9390. Mark Ellman serves bicoastal seafood and killer Neapolitan pizza. Seafood/Pizza. L, D. $$ Hook + Knife @ Ulana Terrace, The Ritz-Carlton, 1 Ritz-Carlton Dr., Kapalua, 665-7089. A curated selection of signature dishes, featuring steakhouse classics, freshly caught local seafood, and sushi for a modern culinary fusion. Pacific Rim. D. $$-$$$ Hula Grill, 2435 Kā‘anapali Pkwy., Kā‘anapali, 667-6636. Dip your toes in the sand at the Barefoot Bar and enjoy crunchy island style poke tacos and Tiki mai tais, homemade ice-cream sandwiches, and live music. Kid-friendly. Hawai‘i Regional. L, D. $$ Japengo, Hyatt Regency, 200 Nohea Kai Dr., Kā‘anapali, 667-4796. Authentic sushi prepared with the finest seafood. Steak, too! Japanese. D, N. $$$ Joey’s Kitchen, Whalers Village, 2435 Kā‘anapali Pkwy., Kā‘anapali, 868-4474. Try the braised short-rib pho on rice noodles, corn and sweet peppers in rich ginger beef broth. Second West Maui location: Nāpili Plaza, 5095 Napilihau St., Nāpili, 214-5590. Pacific Rim. B, L, D. $$ Kā‘anapali Grille & Tap Room, Marriott’s Maui Ocean Club, 100 Nohea Kai Dr., Kā‘anapali, 6677733. From the people who brought Cheeseburger in Paradise to Lahaina comes this venue serving burgers, sandwiches, pizzas and salads. Dinner adds steak, fresh fish and pasta. Thirty wines under $30 a bottle. American. D. $–$$ Lahaina Grill, 127 Lahainaluna, Rd., Lahaina, 667-5117. Treat yourself to a warm, pecan-crusted goat-cheese-and-arugula salad; Maui onion and sesame-crusted ‘ahi steak with vanilla-bean jasmine rice; or the famous Kona coffee roasted rack of lamb with coffee-cabernet demi-glace. Great wine selections and cocktails. American/Pacific Rim. D, RR. $$$$ Leilani’s on the Beach, Whalers Village, 2435 Kā‘anapali Pkwy., Kā‘anapali, 661-4495. Chef Ryan Luckey rocks island flavors with a lemongrass miso salmon and Duros pork ribs with honey BBQ glaze. Free ocean views. Kid-friendly. Steak/Seafood. L, D, N. $$ Leoda’s Kitchen and Pie Shop, 820 Olowalu Village Rd., Olowalu, 662-3600. The house-made pastrami on fresh-baked bread, pineapple coleslaw, and ice-cold beer or just-squeezed lemonade will make you want to dance. After the mac-nut chocolate cream pie, you will boogie! American. B, L, D. $ Local Boys Shave Ice, 624 Front St., Lahaina, 868-3476. This location also serves açai bowls, coffee and bagels. Also see South Shore listing. Treats. $

Longhi’s, 888 Front St., Lahaina, 667-2288. For breakfast at this open-air landmark, try the eggs Benedict on thick toasted French bread. For dinner, use the jalapeño cheese bread to sop up sauce served with the shrimp Longhi. Italian. B, L, D. $$$–$$$$ Māla Ocean Tavern, 1307 Front St., Lahaina, 6679394. Snap peas slathered in ginger and sambal, and fresh ‘ahi atop flaxseed bruschetta satisfy the healthconscious and the hedonistic at this surfside tavern. Turtle sightings nearly guaranteed. Mediterranean. BR (Sat & Sun), L, D. $$

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MauiGrown Coffee Company Store, 277 Lahainaluna Rd., Lahaina, 661-2728. If you’re running low on energy, head to MauiGrown’s plantation-style hale for a boost. Pumpkin bread and other baked goods round out a great cuppa joe. Café. B, L. $ Maui Sugar Shop, 700 Office Rd., Kapalua, 6620033. Delectable gluten-free, paleo and vegan delights like quiches, Belgian waffles, muffins, cakes and more. Bakery/Café. B, L. $ Mauka Makai, Westin Nanea Ocean Villas, 45 Kai Malina Pkwy., Kā‘anapali, 662-6400. Expect the freshest fish, beef and lamb, vegetable sautés, and island-inspired desserts at this restaurant that celebrates the fishing and farming cultures of ancient Hawai‘i. Pacific Rim. B, L, D. $–$$$ Merriman’s Kapalua, 1 Bay Dr., Kapalua, 669-6400. Peter Merriman casts his spell on seafood, local beef and produce to create the most delectable fare. Pacific Rim. Sunday BR, L, D, RR. $$–$$$$ Miso Phat Sushi, 4310 Honoapi‘ilani Hwy., Kahana, 669-9010. See South Side listing. Monkeypod Kitchen, Whalers Village, 2435 Kā‘anapali Pkwy., Kā‘anapali, 878-6763. See South Side listing. Myths of Maui, Royal Lahaina Resort, 2780 Keka‘a Dr., Kā‘anapali, 661-9119. Live music, Polynesian dance, and an island-inspired buffet complete with kālua pig unearthed from the imu. Lū‘au. D, RR. $$$$ Old Lāhaina Lū‘au, 1251 Front St., Lahaina, 667-1998. Lounge on tatami mats and eat lomilomi salmon and haupia (coconut pudding) like a Hawaiian. Reserve this popular, authentic lū‘au far in advance. Open bar. Kid-friendly. Lū‘au. D, RR. $$$$ Pacific’O, 505 Front St., Lahaina, 667-4341. Decadent fish tacos and bahn mi sandwiches are memorable lunch fare. For dinner, try the lobster ravioli or coconut-dusted mahi with Thai lemongrass-peanut sauce on black mochi rice. Spectacular oceanfront dining. Hawai‘i Regional. L, D. $$$$

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ROCKsalt, Sheraton Maui, 2605 Kā‘anapali Pkwy., Kā‘anapali, 808-921-4600. Eclectic, globally inspired share plates combine exotic spices, ingredients and flavor profiles with fresh produce from Hawai‘i farms. An equally fresh cocktail program features Hawai‘iproduced spirits and house-made infusions. Kidfriendly. International. B, D. RR. $$–$$$ Roy’s, 2290 Kā‘anapali Pkwy., Kā‘anapali, 6696999. At lunch, line up for the best burger on Maui. For dinner, dive into Roy’s blackened ‘ahi with soy mustard, ume tsukudani, soy daikon and pickled ginger. Save room for the signature Melting Hot Dark Chocolate Soufflé. Pacific Rim. B, L, D. $$–$$$$ Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Outlets of Maui, 900 Front St., Lahaina, 661-8815. Steaks worthy of devotion, top-flight service and a superb wine list earn the chain loyal fans. This venue doesn’t stray from the flock. Several tables overlook the ocean. American. D, N. $$$$ Sale Pepe, 878 Front St., Lahaina, 667-7667. Brick-oven-fired pizza and flatbreads highlight a menu that changes daily, with items like pancetta and ceci purée on grilled crostini, and house-made strozzapreti pasta like Chef Michele’s mama makes in Italy. Good selection of Italian wines and beer. Italian/Pizza. D. $$

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into Nāpili Bay. On Wednesday, stay for Grammywinner George Kahumoku Jr.’s Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar—one more reason Sea House won 2018’s ‘Aipono Award for Best Happy Hour. Pacific Rim. B, L, D. $$$ Shaka Sushi, 658 Front St., Lahaina, 661-9911. Bet you can’t say “Shaka Sushi” five times fast—not when you’re chowing down on their tasty omelets in the a.m., bentos at lunchtime, or some of the nine specialty sushi rolls served at dinner. Asian. B, L, D. $-$$ Son’z Steakhouse, Hyatt Regency Maui, 200 Nohea Kai Dr., Kā‘anapali, 667-4506. Moroccanspiced blackened ‘ahi with soy-mustard sauce enlivens the evening. Or sink your teeth into filet mignon carpaccio, rib-eye steak, or classically prepared, linecaught mahimahi in lemon-caper butter. Pacific Rim/ Steak. D, N. $$$$ Star Noodle, 286 Kupuohi St., Lahaina, 6675400. Big-city style and local flavors unite. At the communal table, order a Golden Star sparkling jasmine tea. The ramen broth is extra smoky; the Singapore noodles bright and flavorful. Asian. L, D. $$ Tamura’s Fine Wine & Liquors, 226 Kupuohi St., Lahaina, 667-9000. Head to the refrigerated section for a huge selection of fresh ‘ahi poke prepared in Maui’s ethnic flavors of the rainbow: Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Hawaiian, plus poke bowls made to order. Poke. $ Taverna, 2000 Village Rd., Kapalua, 667-2426. House-made pastas, agrodolce-style fish of the day, and Italian desserts that stand up to the grand finale: espresso with grappa. Beginning to end, Taverna is a dining heaven. Great wine, cocktails, and exotic craft beer. Italian. 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. Follow their food truck on Facebook. Kidfriendly. American. L, D. $ Teppan-yaki Dan, Sheraton Maui Resort, 2605 Kā‘anapali Pkwy., Kā‘anapali, 921-4600. Start with Oyster Dan—seared oysters with wasabi and tobiko— then watch your skillful chef transform chunks of lobster and sirloin into a masterpiece on your plate. Japanese/Steak. D, RR. $$$ Thai Chef, 878 Front St., Lahaina, 667-2814. This small, well-loved restaurant keeps fans coming back for more with commendable curries, fresh prawn spring rolls, and beef salads drenched in tangy sauce. Thai. L, D. $ Tiki Terrace Restaurant, 2525 Kā‘anapali Pkwy., Kā‘anapali, 661-0011. Dine in casual comfort with the Tiki Restaurant’s full-service menu, or challenge yourself to try all the offerings at the awardwinning Sunday brunch. Kid-friendly. American/ Pacific Rim. B, BR, L, D. $–$$$ Tiki Tiki Thai Cuisine, Wharf Cinema Center, 658 Front St., Lahaina, 661-1919. Thai food by Thai chefs—100 dishes from spring rolls and pad Thai to yellow curry with seafood. And for dessert? Sticky rice and mango. Yum! Thai. $–$$ Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice, 790 Front St., Lahaina. Homemade tropical-flavored syrups such as liliko‘i and coconut set this shave-ice business apart. Second West Maui location: Hyatt Regency, 200 Nohea Kai Dr., Kā‘anapali. Kid-friendly. Treats. $

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SOUTH SHORE 1054 Togoshi, 95 E. Līpoa St., Kīhei, 868--0307. Chef Manabu’s twenty-five years as a sushi chef—two of them 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. $-$$ Akamai Coffee Company, 1325 S. Kīhei Rd., Unit 100, Kīhei, 868-3251. Coffee and espresso done right with beans from their own farm. Coffee Shop. $ Amigo’s, 1215 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 879-9952. See West Side listing. Bistro Molokini, Grand Wailea Resort, 3850 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, 875-1234. Organic Kurobuta pork, Hāna Bay fish and chips, and grilled mahimahi are made with fresh, local ingredients and served up in this casual, open-air eatery. Kid-friendly. American. L, D. $$$ Botero Bar, Grand Wailea Resort, 3850 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, 875-1234. Named for the Fernando Botero sculptures that surround it, the Botero Bar offers nightly entertainment and Thirsty Thursdays —when a three-cocktail tasting is just $20. L, D, N. $ Caffe Ciao Deli, Fairmont Kea Lani Maui, 4100 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, 875-4100. Healthy vegetarian fare, deli sandwiches and spectacular desserts abound at this take-out/eat-in deli. Espresso drinks, baked goods and house-made gelato, too. Try the new Juice Bar! American/Italian. B, L, D. $$ Coconuts Fish Café, 1279 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 875-9979. Dive into fresh fish tacos, grilled fish burgers or fish and chips. The cabbage slaw with coconut dressing and mango salsa sets this eatery apart. Second South Maui location: Kama‘ole Shopping Center, 2463 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei. American. L, D. $$ Da Kitchen, Rainbow Mall, 2439 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 875-7782. The Hawaiian plate feeds three normal appetites or one sumo-size eater. Plate-lunch favorites like chicken katsu, tempura fish, and Korean mixed plate won’t leave you wanting. Kid-friendly. Local Mixed Plate. L, D. $ Duo, Four Seasons Resort Maui, 3900 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, 874-8000. Duo reinvents the classic “surf-n-turf.” Japanese Kobe tenderloin (the real thing) and dry-aged rib eye are a carnivore’s delight. Choose a strong wine to match your meat’s performance. Steak/Seafood. B, D, RR. $$$$ Fabiani’s Pizzeria & Bakery, 95 E. Līpoa St., Kīhei, 874-0888. Lox and bagels, fresh croissants, Caprese salad with local tomatoes, thin-crust and gluten-free pizza, spaghetti with house-made porksausage meatballs. Italian/Bakery. B, L, D. • Second South Shore location: 34 Wailea Gateway Place, Ste. A101, Wailea, 874-1234 D. $$

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dining guide Fat Daddy’s Smokehouse, 1913 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 879-8711. What happens to pulled pork, beef brisket and pork ribs when they’re smoked for fifteen hours over kiawe? Something amazing. Enjoy sides like cornbread, chili-garlic beans, and cabbage slaws: one sweet-tart, one with blue cheese and apples. American. D. $–$$ Ferraro’s Bar e Ristorante, Four Seasons Resort, 3900 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, 874-8000. For lunch, enjoy veggie quesadillas or grilled tenderloin sandwiches served poolside; for dinner, handcrafted salumi and lobster tagliatelle. Italian. L, D. $$$$ 5 Palms Restaurant, Mana Kai Resort, 2960 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 879-2607. Ocean waves sweeping the shore enhance your dining experience, as Chef Raul Bermudez navigates the culinary rim of the Pacific. Lobster eggs Benedict for breakfast, fish tacos for lunch, and seafood and pastas served with style. Kidfriendly. Pacific Rim. B, L, D. $–$$$ Foodland, 1881 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 879-9350. See West Side listing. Poke. $ Fork & Salad, 1279 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 8793675. 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. International. L, D. $ Second location: 120 Ho‘okele St, Kahului, 793-2356 Four Seasons Lobby Lounge, Four Seasons Resort Maui, 3900 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, 874-8000. Impeccable service, an upscale, locally sourced menu, swank cocktails, and performances by hip, local songwriters. Pacific Rim. D, N, RR. $$$$

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Kō, Fairmont Kea Lani Resort, 4100 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, 875-4100. 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 for searing them to perfection. Pacific Rim. L, D. RR. $$$ Lehua Lounge, Andaz Maui, 3550 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, 573-1234. Cocktails created with locally sourced, seasonal ingredients like lychee, liliko‘i and Hawaiian navel oranges go hand in hand with Ka‘ana Kitchen’s award-winning menu. $ Lineage, 3750 Wailea Alanui Dr., The Shops at Wailea, 879-8800. World-famous “flying saucers,” Simeon family pork and peas, and whimsical ochazuke toasted rice guri-guri. Chef Sheldon Simeon’s playful take on plantation cuisine will keep you coming back for more! Pacific Rim. L, D. $-$$ Local Boys Shave Ice, Kihei Kalama Shopping Center, 1941 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 344-9779. How to chill out in the Islands? 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. $

Kamana Kitchen, 1881 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 8797888. Eye-catching art and Indian relics are prelude to a menu highlighting exotic spices lovingly blended from family recipes. Lunch buffet. Indian. L. D. $–$$

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Nalu’s South Shore Grill, Azeka Shopping Center Makai, 1280 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 891-8650. Generous portions and local ingredients served with aloha. ‘Ahi club with smoked bacon, and fresh fish and chips will have you coming back for more. Burgers? Yes! American/Pacific Rim. B, L, D. $–$$ Nick’s Fishmarket, Fairmont Kea Lani Resort, 4100 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, 875-7224. Classic seafood dishes are served beneath a sky full of stars. Woo your date with plump strawberries that are drenched in Grand Marnier and set aflame. Pacific Rim/Seafood. D, RR. $$$$ See story on page 82. Nutcharee’s Thai Food, Azeka Shopping Center Makai, 1280 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 633-4840. The flavors of Thailand never get boring when Nutcharee is cooking! Start with ‘ahi laab tartare salad, or the popular crispy fish mango salad, then dig into tender braised short ribs smothered in massaman curry. Don’t forget the spring rolls! Thai. L, D. $–$$ Pā‘ia Fish Market, 1913 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 874-8888. The same yummy menu that for years has

hooked surfers and families in Pā‘ia is now in Kīhei, too. See North Shore listing. Piko Café and Restaurant, 1215 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 793-2671. Fried rice or buttermilk pancakes for breakfast, bento lunches for the beach, plus dry mein, waffle dogs, burgers, katsu, killer salads, and a signature dessert: haupia-chia-ube pudding. Hawai‘i Regional. B, L. $ The Pint & Cork, The Shops at Wailea, 3750 Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea, 727-2038. The best mac-andcheese with black truffles, deviled eggs Rockefeller, poke bowls and burgers. If it’s football season, you can score breakfast, too. Touchdown! International. L, D, N. $–$$ Pita Paradise, 34 Wailea Ike Dr., Wailea, 8797177. Start with classic spinach tiropitas with caramelized onion, feta, mozzarella and tatziki wrapped in phyllo dough; then move on to kababs, luscious pastas and gyros. Baklava ice-cream cake, too. Mediterranean. L, D. $–$$$ Pizza Madness, 1455 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 2709888. This family-style restaurant serves Cobb salad, hot and cold deli sandwiches, award-winning pizza, and pasta, too. Italian/Pizza. L, D. $-$$ The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea, 555 Kaukahi St., Wailea, 879-2224. Produce from the hotel’s gardens and fish plucked from island waters provide some of the freshest ingredients you’ll find in any restaurant. Add Chef Zach Sato’s culinary talents and a gorgeous outdoor setting, and you have a night made in heaven. European-inspired. D, N. $$-$$$$ Roasted Chiles, Azeka Shopping Center Makai, 1279 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 868-4357. Ofir and Suki Benitez share family recipes like Mama Benitez’s chicken mole, pozole verde, and langostino enchiladas blanketed with tomatillo cream sauce. Giant margaritas! Mexican. L, D. $–$$ Ruth’s Chris Steak House, The Shops at Wailea, 3750 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, 894-8880. See West Side listing. Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar, 1881 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 879-0004. See West Side listing. Sarento’s on the Beach, 2980 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 875-7555. Inspired entrèes are backed by great wines and a myriad of martini choices. And of course, there’s the romantic location—smack dab on Keawakapu Beach. Italian. B, L, D, RR. $–$$$ Seascape Restaurant, Maui Ocean Center, 192 S. Mā‘alaea Rd., Mā‘alaea, 270-7068. Located next to an award-winning aquarium, Seascape serves up great harbor views with a side of sweet aloha. Mahimahi sandwiches with fresh cabbage slaw, halfpound burgers and veggie selections. Save room for the Maui Mud Pie: coffee ice cream topped with fudge. American. L (daily), D (Sat/Sun only). $$–$$$ Spago, Four Seasons Resort, 3900 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, 874-8000. Wolfgang Puck’s ‘ōpakapaka sashimi and perfectly seared Kobe beef match the trendsetting wine list note for note. Spectacular sunsets may as well be on the menu. Pacific Rim. D, RR. $$$$ Tamura’s Fine Wine & Liquors, 91 E. Līpoa St., Kīhei, 891-2420. See West Side listing. Poke. $ Three’s Bar & Grill, 1945-G S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei, 879-3133. Three’s serves eggs Benedict six ways, Maui Nō Ka ‘Oi Jan–Feb 2019

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like seared ‘ahi, smoked salmon, and prime rib. For lunch, try Peruvian pork tacos or signature ramen; for dinner, truffle-yaki-marinated flatiron steak. Follow their food truck on Facebook. Pacific Rim/ Southwest. B, L, D. $$–$$$

Da Kitchen, Triangle Square, 425 Koloa St., Kahului, 871-7782. See South Shore listing.

Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar, The Shops at Wailea, 3750 Wailea Alanui Dr., Wailea, 8759983. Who’d guess a clothing company could deliver such delish pork sandwiches and Caribbean-inspired libations? Caribbean/Pacific Rim. L, D, N. $–$$

Foodland, 90 Kane St., Kahului, 877-2808. See West Side listing. Additional Central Maui locations: 370 Kehalani Village Dr., Wailuku, 244-4460; Sack N Save, 790 Eha St., Wailuku, 244-0356. Poke. $

Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice, 61 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei. See West Side listing.

Fork & Salad, Puunene Shopping Center, 120 Ho’okele St. Unit 330, Kahului. 793-3256. See South Shore listing.

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Kahili Restaurant, Kahili Golf Course, 2500 Honoapi‘ilani Hwy., Wailuku, 242-6000. Friday dinner buffet and Sunday brunch include poke, snow crab, beef prime rib, and housemade desserts. Live music, too! Breakfast all day, every day, with specialties of the house such as Asian fried rice and locomoco with kālua pork. B, L, D. $-$$$

A Saigon Cafe, 1792 Main St., Wailuku, 2439560. Squeeze into a booth and order a clay pot, the Vietnamese burrito, or lemongrass curry. Vietnamese. L, D. $ Amigo’s, 333 Dairy Rd., Kahului, 872-9525. See West Side listing. Bistro Casanova, 33 Lono Ave., Kahului, 8733650. This downtown bistro branches out from its Upcountry sister, adding paella for two, fresh-cut French fries, and burrata Caprese to the menu. Best pau hana (happy hour) in Kahului. Mediterranean. L, D. $–$$ Café O’Lei, The Dunes at Maui Lani, 1333 Maui Lani Pkwy., Kahului, 877-0073. Mac-nut-crusted chicken, tiger shrimp linguine and other favorites,

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Las Piñatas, 395 Dairy Rd., Kahului, 877-8707. Home of the famous Kitchen Sink burrito, plus tacos, enchiladas, quesadillas, and a self-serve salsa bar. Ole! Kid-friendly. Mexican. B, L, D. $ Poi by the Pound, 430 Kele St., Kahului, 283-9381. Eat like a local. So ‘ono! Hawaiian. B, L, D. $ Sam Sato’s, 1750 Wili Pa Loop, Wailuku, 2447124. This beloved Maui restaurant sets the standard for dry mein, saimin and chow fun. Asian. B, L. $ Tamura’s Fine Wine & Liquors, 199 Dairy Rd., Kahului, 873-8000. See West Side listing. Second Central Maui location: Tamura’s Express, 841 Alua St., Wailuku, 242-0957. Poke. $ Thai Mee Up, Plate Lunch Marketplace, 591 Haleakalā Hwy., Kahului, 214-3369. Addictive fried pork ribs and luscious pad Thai noodles. Curry, too! Thai, Food Truck. L, D. $ Tiki Tiki Thai Cuisine, 395 Dairy Rd., Kahului, 893-0026. See West Side listing.

Maui Fresh Streatery, 344-7929. Chef Kyle Kawakami rocks the street-food scene 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. $

Tin Roof Maui, 360 Papa Pl., Kahului, 868-0753. Sheldon Simeon of Top Chef fame builds memorable kau kau bowls filled with his savory offerings: furikakecrusted seared salmon; Kaua‘i prawns in garlic butter; and a killer spicy fried chicken sandwich. Pacific Rim. L. $

The Mill House at Maui Tropical Plantation, 1670 Honoapi‘ilani Hwy., Waikapū, 270-0333. Dine at the coffee shop, restaurant, or weekend chef’s table, and discover some of Maui’s most creative culinary fare, from creamy coconut jook with Kula Farm green beans, to beef ragu gnocchi with thyme curd. American/Hawai‘i Regional. B, L, D. $–$$$

TJ’s Warehouse, 875 Alua St., Wailuku, 2447311. Located in Wailuku Industrial Park, TJ’s serves plate lunch to go: chicken katsu, fried saba (mackerel), and a hot line of daily specials, like potato croquettes, nishime and poke, too. Asian. B, L. $

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Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice, 333 Dairy Rd., Kahului. See West Side listing. Second Central Maui location: 58 Maui Lani Pkwy., Wailuku. UMI maui, 1951 Vineyard St., Wailuku, 2691802. Winner of the Silver ‘Aipono for best new restaurant, this ramen/sushi bar brings creative presentations to old Wailuku Town. Japanese. L, D. $–$$ Wailuku Coffee Company, 28 N. Market St., Wailuku, 495-0259. Ice cream, sandwiches and espresso served in a relaxed setting. Coffee Shop. B, L. $ Zing, Main Street Promenade, 2050 Main St., Wailuku, 244-3707. Soups and sandwiches served with fresh local greens, but a favorite with diners is the portobello mushroom and bacon burger . . . need we say more? American. B, L. $

UPCOUNTRY Casanova Italian Restaurant & Deli, 1188 Makawao Ave., Makawao, 572-0220. Order a tartufo pizza or carbonara pasta at this Upcountry institution. Kid-friendly. Italian/Pizza. B, L, D. $$ Farmacy Health Bar, Pukalani Terrace Center, 55 Pukalani St., Pukalani, 868-0443. See Central listing. Foodland, 55 Pukalani St., Pukalani, 5720674. See West Side listing. Poke. $ Grandma’s Coffee House, 9232 Kula Hwy., Kēōkea, 878-2140. The eggs Benedict and made-fromscratch baked goods are worth the trek. For lunch,

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dining guide Polli’s Mexican Restaurant, 1202 Makawao Ave., Makawao, 572-7808. The sign outside says, “Come in and eat, or we’ll both starve!” Follow that advice to find entrées like kitchen-sink burritos and grilled carne asada plates with refried beans and Spanish rice. Mexican. L, D. $ Ulupalakua Ranch Store & Grill, 14800 Pi‘ilani Hwy., ‘Ulupalakua, 878-2561. Across the road from MauiWine, find great deli fare, and hot-off-the-grill lamb burger with tzatziki, grass-fed elk, venison or beef burgers. Plus homestyle chili and rice, or kāluapork plate lunch. American. L, D. $

NORTH SHORE Café Des Amis, 42 Baldwin Ave., Pā‘ia, 5796323. Savory crêpes are served with wild greens and sour cream. Lightly spiced curries come with chutney and raita, Indian yogurt sauce. Dine indoors or out. Kid-friendly. Mediterranean. B, L, D. $ Colleen’s at the Cannery, 810 Kokomo Rd., Ha‘ikū, 575-9211. Sink into a comfy booth and enjoy a roasted eggplant sandwich on homemade bread. The pizza is a well-loved standard. Kid-friendly. American/Pizza. B, L, D. $–$$ Flatbread Company, 89 Hāna Hwy., Pā‘ia, 579-8989. Big booths, charity nights, a snazzy bar scene, and organic flatbreads laden with maplefennel sausage and roasted veggies make this a North Shore institution. Kid-friendly. Pizza. L, D, N. $$ Jaws Country Store, 4320 Hāna Hwy., Ha‘ikū, 419-6887. Dig into a poached egg on sourdough toast with tomato, caramelized onions and pesto; or try a poke bowl with mac nuts, avo and Maui onions. Pacific Rim. B, L, D. $ Mama’s Fish House, 799 Poho Pl., Kū‘au, 5798488. Mama’s is famous for its heart-stirring windward setting and Polynesian-inspired cuisine. Each detail evokes old-time island hospitality; in 2018, this Maui institution became a James Beard nominee for Best Restaurant. Hawaiian/Seafood. L, D, RR. $$–$$$$ Nuka, 780 Ha‘ikū Rd., Ha‘ikū, 575-2939. Izakaya food with flavor and style. Start with paper-thin fried gobo chips, then ‘ahi tataki with ponzu sauce. Tempura shrimp udon is light and crispy. Save room for blacksesame or green-tea ice cream. Japanese. D. $$–$$$ nyloS, 115 Baldwin Ave., Pā‘ia, 579-3354. Fresh out of the gate, this fine-dining restaurant has been garnering rave reviews on the coconut wireless for its menu and casual ambiance. International. D, RR. $$$ Paia Bay Coffee and Bar, 115 Hāna Hwy. Unit G, Pā‘ia, 579-3111. On the backside of San Lorenzo Clothing Company in Pā‘ia is one of Maui’s hidden jewels. Crowds line up and order fresh croissants and breakfast sandwiches. Espresso drinks and mimosas, too. Going on a hike? Order a sandwich to-go! B, L, D. $-$$ Pā‘ia Fish Market, 100 Hāna Hwy., Pā‘ia, 5798030. Huge slabs of fish served with coleslaw on burger buns explain the line out the door. Order your ‘ahi burger rare and squeeze in beside surfers and families. Kid-friendly. Seafood. L, D. $ Paia Inn Café, 93 Hāna Hwy., Pā‘ia, 579-6004. Strawberry-papaya parfaits, ‘ahi eggs Benedict, and a delicious (and photo-worthy) cheese platter served with honeycomb to sweeten the deal. Originality shines at the Inn. International. B, BR. $–$$

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Native Plant Guided Tour Maui Nui Botanical Gardens Brochures for self-guided walking tours included with the price of admission; audio tour wands available to rent; and docent-led group tours are $10 per person (by appointment only). All tours cover the natural history and ancient uses of native Hawaiian and Polynesian-introduced plants. 150 Kanaloa Ave., Kahului; 249-2798; mnbg.org

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Reaching Out Viewpoints Gallery An exhibit by George Allan, Cudra Clover, Terry Lopez and more. 3620 Baldwin Ave., Makawao; 572-5979; ViewpointsGalleryMaui.com

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Surfing Hawai‘i Schaefer International Gallery, MACC Surfboard collections, ephemera, video, and contemporary works by artists Carol Bennett, Mark Cunningham, Pete Cabrinha, Peter Shepard Cole, Carlie Lyon, Wayne Levin, and Noble Richardson. Observe & Play Family Day Jan. 12. Jan. 27, Hawaiian immersion educator Pūlama Collier shares her knowledge about spirituality, sport, and legends. Author/historian DeSoto Brown shows rare historic

FRIDAY TOWN PARTIES Each week, a different Maui town hosts music, artists’ demos, children’s activities and culinary wizards from 6 to 9 p.m. It’s a block party for residents and visitors alike. Parking and other info: MauiFridays.com

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illustrations, and discusses how surfing appeared in advertising. One Cameron Way, Kahului; 2427469; MauiArts.org

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Sentry Tournament of Champions Plantation Golf Course, Kapalua Come root (shh—quietly) for this exclusive field of champions—each a 2018 PGA Tour winner. GolfAt Kapalua.com

Straight No Chaser Castle Theater, MACC The all-male ensemble is known for its upbeat repertoire, including pop tunes and cheeky performances. 7:30 p.m. One Cameron Way, Kahului; 242-7469; MauiArts.org

Judy Collins Castle Theater, MACC This folk-music icon continues to inspire audiences with sublime vocals and songwriting, and a firm commitment to social activism. 7:30 p.m. One Cameron Way, Kahului; 242-7469; MauiArts.org

JP Sears Historic ‘Īao Theater You might recognize this comedian from his YouTube channel, AwakenWithJP, where he encourages healing and growth through his humorous videos, including his hit series Ultra Spiritual . 7:30 p.m. 68 N. Market St., Wailuku; MauiOnstage.com

Jan 4, Feb 1 First Friday Wailuku Jan 11, Feb 8 Second Friday Lahaina Jan 18, Feb 15 Third Friday Makawao Jan 25, Feb 22 Fourth Friday Kīhei

Willie K & Friends: Bluesfest A&B Amphitheater/Yokouchi Pavilion, MACC Willie K continues to push the envelope with his diverse range of musical genres, first and foremost as a blues guitarist. 6 p.m. One Cameron Way, Kahului; 242-7469; MauiArts.org

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Maui Yoga Festival Royal Lahaina Resort Experience sixty-plus yoga classes, meditation and breathing workshops, and more. 2780 Keka‘a Drive, Kā‘anapali; MauiYogaFestival.org

The Essence Castle Theater, MACC This film celebrates the joy and mystery of surfing through legends like George Downing, Buzzy Trent, Gerry Lopez and Duke Kahanamoku. Post-film discussion with Kai Lenny and Paige Alms. 7 p.m. One Cameron Way, Kahului; 242-7469; MauiArts.org

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Annual Juried Exhibition Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center This multimedia exhibit features works by local and mainland artists. Opening reception Jan. 11; Gallery open daily, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 2841 Baldwin Ave., Makawao; 572-6560; HuiNoeau.com

Blayne Asing McCoy Studio Theater, MACC This singer/songwriter performs his own songs and those of Hawaiian music legends. 7:30 p.m. One Cameron Way, Kahului; 242-7469; MauiArts.org

Broadway Pops Castle Theater, MACC Scarlett Strallen and Hugh Panaro join the Maui Pops in songs from My Fair Lady, The Wizard of Oz, Phantom of the Opera, and more. 3 p.m. One Cameron Way, Kahului; 242-7469; MauiArts.org

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Slightly Stoopid Events Lawn, MACC Coming off their sold-out U.S. amphitheater tour, San Diego’s reggae rock fusion band Slightly Stoopid returns to Maui for their biggest show yet. Special guests include Hawai‘i’s Rebel Souljahz and Fortunate Youth. 6 p.m. One Cameron Way, Kahului; 242-7469; MauiArts.org

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Anjelah Johnson Castle Theater, MACC Johnson became an internet sensation with her viral video, “Nail Salon.” Since then, she has recorded specials for Comedy Central, NUVOtv and Netflix, including “Mahalo & Goodnight,” which was filmed in Honolulu. 7:30 p.m. One Cameron Way, Kahului; 242-7469; MauiArts.org

David Sedaris Castle Theater, MACC Sedaris mines poignant comedy from his peculiar childhood in North Carolina, his bizarre career path, and a move with his lover to France. Join him for an evening of readings and recollections. 7:30 p.m. One Cameron Way, Kahului; 242-7469; MauiArts.org

John Craigie Charley’s Restaurant & Saloon Hailed as a “modern-day troubadour” in the style of Woody Guthrie and Ramblin’ Jack Elliott, Craigie has been traveling continuously for most of the past decade throughout the United States, Canada and Europe. Ages 21 and older welcome. Doors open at 8 p.m. 142 Hāna Hwy., Pā‘ia; BampProject.com

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Buy Back the Beach Old Lāhaina Lū‘au Join Hawaiian Islands Land Trust for its annual fundraiser at Maui’s most award-winning lū‘au. Proceeds protect Hawai‘i’s endangered places. 5-8:30 p.m. 1251 Front St., Lahaina; 244-5263; hilt.org

Derek Gripper McCoy Studio Theater, MACC A celebrated musical explorer known for founding genre-mashing ensembles, South African guitarist Derek Gripper has taken his well-traveled instrument into previously unimagined realms. 7:30 p.m. One Cameron Way, Kahului; 242-7469; MauiArts.org

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ArT=Mixx Yokouchi Pavilion /Schaefer International Gallery, MACC This free event features performing and visual art and interactive activities relating to the current gallery exhibit, Surfing Hawai‘i. Costumes encouraged; ages 21 and older welcome. 7-11 p.m. One Cameron Way, Kahului; 242-7469; MauiArts.org

Run & Walk for the Whales Mā‘alaea Harbor Shops Join Pacific Whale Foundation and choose from the 1-mile, 5K, 10K, or 10-mile races. 300 Mā‘alaea Rd., Mā‘alaea; 856-8362; MauiWhaleFestival.org

The Big Game Castle Theater/Yokouchi Pavilion & Courtyard, MACC Watch the Super Bowl indoors on the big screen Maui Nō Ka ‘Oi Jan–Feb 2019

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Pražák and Zemlinsky Quartets McCoy Studio Theater, MACC Both quartets are eminent in the world’s classical-music performing halls. This special concert brings them together for a collaborative musical experience. 7:30 p.m. One Cameron Way, Kahului; 242-7469; MauiArts.org

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Tomáš Kubínek Castle Studio Theater, MACC From an early age, Kubínek has been passionate about clowns, circus, theater, and magic. In this exuberant one-man show, he performs with equal parts comic brilliance, virtuosic vaudeville, and irresistible charm. 7:30 p.m. One Cameron Way, Kahului; 242-7469; MauiArts.org

The Green Room: Richard Powers McCoy Studio Theater, MACC The Merwin Conservancy hosts an intimate evening with Richard Powers, National Book Awardwinning author of The Overstory. An environmental and literary salon, The Green Room fosters a reverence for language, nature, and imagination. Reception and book-signing follow. 7 p.m. One Cameron Way, Kahului; 242-7469; MauiArts.org

Christ the King Bazaar Christ the King Church Food, games, entertainment and more round out this annual fundraiser. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 20 W. Wakea Ave., Kahului; 877-6098

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Whale Tales The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua Hosted by Whale Trust Maui, this annual fundraiser is an international gathering of scientists and conservationists who share their insights about Maui’s humpback whales. Activities include presentations, parties and a whale-watching cruise. Whale Tales supports whale research on Maui and across the Pacific. 1 Ritz Carlton Drive, Kapalua. 572-5700; WhaleTrust.org

UB40 A&B Amphitheater, MACC Three original members of UB40—Ali Campbell, Astro and Mickey Virtue—perform a mix of new songs and reggae-style covers of classics. 5:30 p.m. One Cameron Way, Kahului; 242-7469; MauiArts.org

George Lopez Castle Theater, MACC Comic Lopez examines race and ethnic relations, including Mexican-American culture. His credits include HBO’s Real Women Have Curves, a selftitled ABC sitcom, hosting the Latin Grammys, and films including The Spy Next Door with Jackie Chan. 7:30 p.m. One Cameron Way, Kahului; 2427469; MauiArts.org

Winter Pops Castle Theater, MACC This annual Maui Pops concert will feature guest violinist and conductor Lawrence Golan, backed by the fifty-plus-member Maui Pops Orchestra. 3 p.m. One Cameron Way, Kahului; 242-7469; MauiArts.org

Hawai‘i Youth Symphony Castle Theater, MACC One hundred young musicians perform favorite classical, pop and Hawaiian selections in this

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Maui Plein Air Painting Invitational Various locations More than 25 plein-air painters from Hawai‘i and the mainland spend the week capturing Maui on canvas. Come watch! There are workshops, paint-offs, and opportunities to view and purchase artwork. CelebrateArtOn Maui.org

‘Aipono Wine Dinner Taverna Chef Ces Jocson creates a special Italian menu paired with wine selections from Chambers & Chambers Wine Merchants. $25 from each dinner benefits the University of Hawai‘i Maui College’s Culinary Arts Program. 6:00 p.m. 2000 Village Road, Kapalua. $125 per person. Reservations: 667-2426

free concert that’s open to the public. 4 p.m. One Cameron Way, Kahului; 242-7469; MauiArts.org

Kainani Kahaunaele McCoy Studio Theater, MACC Winner of five Nā Hōkū Hanohano awards, Kainani is a sought-after performer whose original compositions have appeared in films, documentaries, and TV shows. 7:30 p.m. One Cameron Way, Kahului; 242-7469; MauiArts.org

Jacob Jonas The Company Castle Theater, MACC This dance company has gained an international profile for honest storytelling, visceral performances, and visual content creation in a unique mix of contemporary ballet, breakdance, and acrobatic movement. 7:30 p.m. One Cameron Way, Kahului; 242-7469; MauiArts.org

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Wine & Food Classic Four Seasons Maui Join world-class vintners, sommeliers and top chefs on Maui to celebrate the high life. With events curated in partnership with famed “wine therapist to the stars” Christian Navarro, principal of Wally’s Wine & Spirits, the resort will present an intimate three-day luxury wine and food event not to be missed. 3900 Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea; 874.8000; fourseasons.com/maui Email your event to Calendar@Maui Magazine.net, or submit it online at MauiMagazine.net/maui-events. Listings for MNKO’s March-April 2019 print edition must be received by January 13. Photos for print must be 300 dpi. Listings are free, subject to editing, and used as space permits.

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MĀLAMA WAO AKUA OPENING RECEPTION | Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center | September 14, 2018 | Benefit for East Maui Watershed Partnership and Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center

L to R: Judy McCorkle & Tom Reed | Hōaka Delos Reyes | Carey & Ben Yashon | Anita Laviola & Matthew Olbert | Allison & Barry Borell

GRAND “FRIENDS & FAMILY” OPENING | Lineage at The Shops at Wailea | October 13, 2018

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L to R: Scarlet & Jon Garn | Erin & Ian Wade | David Ramshur, Vickie Maksim | Kresta & Buck Knight | Jeanelle Salvador, Messiah Manalili

L to R: Eliza & Jojo Vasquez | Ed & Diane Lane, Christy Doherty (center) | Chef Rob Ramshur, Monica Bogar, Sherry McGann | Lorraine & Declan McCarthy

NOBLE CHEF | Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa | November 10, 2018 | Benefit for University of Hawaiʻi Maui College Culinary Arts Program

L to R: Alton & Carolyn Nakagawa | Stephanie & Gary Nagai | Shannah Milstead, Tammy Taylor | Maui Nō Ka ‘Oi Magazine publisher Diane Haynes Woodburn (left) presents donation check to UH Maui College Culinary Arts Program’s chef instructor Teresa Shurilla (right)

L to R: Chris & Ann Morrison | Linda & Robert Santos | Lisa Liu, Brooke Tadena | Krishna & Sherrie Narayan | Corinne & Allen Arquero

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7 a.m. Hotel Wailea is decidedly one of a kind. Maui’s sole adults-only resort is also the only hotel in Hawai‘i to gain membership in the prestigious Relais & Château, an association of exceptional hotels around the globe. And while most Wailea resorts hug the coastline, Hotel Wailea’s fifteenacre property sits literally above the rest, high on a slope overlooking the Pacific. Spend the night and awake to sweeping ocean views and a bevy of indulgent possibilities. Tip: Shop for fresh produce and locally crafted food items at Island Gourmet Market in The Shops at Wailea nearby. Hotel Wailea’s well-stocked kitchenettes make it easy to prepare a light breakfast. Not into the DIY thing? Room service, please! 555 Kaukahi St., Wailea; 874-0500; HotelWailea.com

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8 a.m. The million-dollar view at Hotel Wailea’s wellness studio is reason enough to get out of bed and into your activewear. Find your flow at a traditional yoga class, or elevate your session with an aerial version. 10:30 a.m. Ready to explore Wailea? Hop inside one of the hotel’s Tesla vehicles and be chauffeured in style. Meet a Hotel

Wailea beach valet who will get you set with beach chairs, umbrellas, and other amenities along Wailea Beach. Active types can choose from a medley of watersports gear, including paddleboards and kayaks. A serpentine beachfront path leads past Wailea’s major hotels, which makes exploring the area a breeze. For lunch, visit the oceanfront Four Seasons Resort Maui’s Ferraro’s Bar e Ristorante and fuel up on a gourmet poke bowl or a stone-baked pizza topped with Hamakua Mushrooms and truffles. Fashionistas will find high style tucked inside resort boutiques, including Cabana and 22 Knots at Four Seasons, Na Hoku at Grand Wailea, and Le Surf at Fairmont Kea Lani. Of course, no luxury itinerary is complete without a visit to a spa—and Wailea has some of the finest on Maui. (See our spa story on page 41 for ideas.) When you’re ready, call for your Tesla shuttle, return to Hotel Wailea and prepare for the day’s grand finale.

5 p.m. Slip into an apron and imagine you’re the next Top Chef at the Flavors of Hawai‘i hands-on experience at Hotel Wailea. Chef Krista Garcia leads an intimate group through a multicourse dinner, sharing cooking tips and culinary anecdotes along the way. Wine pairings, plus ingredients such as fresh-caught kampachi, local venison, and edible flowers plucked straight from Chef Garcia’s garden elevate the evening.

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