Kapalua to Ka¯‘anapali PREVIEWS

from MENU Magazine Winter Spring 2023

“Modern Cuisine inspired by Childhood Memories at Japengo” at

SEA HOUSE RESTAURANT www.seahousemaui.com see ad page 31

Celebrating over 55 years on the Bay. From sunrise to sunset the Sea House Restaurant is oceanfront dining at its best. Situated on scenic Napili Bay, guests will find a wide variety of local ocean and land selections crafted with a flare of Costal Cuisine preparations. The Sea House features award—winning cuisine by renowned Chef Alex Stanislaw. Experience a menu with the freshest ingredients for breakfast, lunch and dinner. A kama’aina (local) and visitor tip is to check out the “not to be missed” Happy Hour from 2:00pm – 4:30pm on the Sea House Terrace which features a special afternoon cocktail and inexpensive pupu (light fare) menu. Reservations for dinner are recommended.

Napili Kai Beach Resort | 808.669.1500 | Breakfast 7:00am–2:00pm Lunch 9:00am 2:00pm | Happy Hour 2:00pm 4:30pm | Dinner 5:30pm–9:00pm

‘AINA GOURMET MARKET

Aina Gourmet Market is in the lobby of Honua Kai Resort & Spa on beautiful Kaanapali Beach, Maui. We’re the place to get whatever you need for the perfect day in paradise. We serve 100% Maui coffee and specialty hand crafted espresso creations. Our Coffee is fresh roasted in micro batches at our own O’o Farm in upcountry Kula. And at O’o Farm, you can experience a Coffee Farm Tour and Gourmet Breakfast. Offered daily, M-F. Aina in Hawaiian means “the land" where our commitment is giving you a taste of the real Maui. Our gourmet market features many unique items made on Maui and surrounding Hawaiian Islands. Whether you’re looking for a healthy bite, snacks and drinks at the beach or a great start of the day, we’ll give it to you with Aloha.

Honua Kai, Honokowai | 808.662.2832 | Daily 6:30am–6:00pm

MAUKA MAKAI Join us at Mauka Makai, our award winning oceanfront breakfast restaurant. Enjoy island-inspired a la carte breakfast selections, including our Hawaiian Sweet Bread French Toast, Farm Fresh Omelette, Smoked Salmon, and much more. Satisfy your cravings at the Sunday Brunch buffet with something for everyone including breakfast classics, Crab Legs, Poke, Prime Rib, a variety of fresh salads, and sweet endings! Complimentary valet parking.

Ka¯‘anapali | 808.662.6400 | Breakfast daily 6:30am–10:30am | Dinner daily 5:30pm–9:00pm Friday Night Pa‘ina Dinner 5:30 –9:00pm | Sunday Brunch Buffet 10:00am–2:00pm www.westinnanea.com/ maukamakai see pages 28, 29

DRUMS OF THE PACIFIC LU‘AU

Experience an unforgettable evening immersed in Polynesian culture at Maui's most exciting lu'au, located at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa. Enjoy an captivating drums demonstration using uncommon native implements, and dances from the islands of the South Pacific, including hula from Hawaii, hip-shaking dances of Tahiti, warrior dances of the Maori people, the thrilling three-man Samoan fire-knife dance and much more! Feast on a three-course dinner featuring Hawaiian Style Potato Mac Salad, Kalua Pork, straight from the underground imu oven, Island Fresh Catch Fish, Desserts, Open Bar and more. Free self-parking is available with validation.

Ka¯‘anapali | Sunset Terrace, at Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa | 808.667.4727 | Days of Operation: Open Daily

The Restaurant

At the oceanside, dining jewel of the Westin Resort and Spa’s recent renovation, each moment at Waicoco is a celebration for the senses. In an undeniably chic atmosphere, guests will delight in exceptional food and drinks inspired by Modern Hawaiian Cuisine, and brought to you by their Michelin star Chef-Owners

Signature dishes such as freshly baked Malasadas and Bananas Foster French toast highlight our Aipono Award winning breakfast, while our Salmon Belly Bake and Kimchi Fried Rice showcase the impeccable execution of our Pacific Rim focused dinner menu. Waicoco blends exceptional service with exquisite dining, all with spectacular sunset views of the Pacific.

The Location

A stunning scenic eatery nestled right off the boardwalk on the beach side of the Kaanapali Resort and Spa, and adjacent to Whaler’s Village, Waicoco is a perfectly placed dining retreat. Sweeping views of L na'i, Moloka’i and the rolling surf of Ka’anapali beach greet diners on our expansive outdoor deck, while a light and airy, yet sophisticated interior welcomes you further in. Once inside green marble and tropical tile line the interior, leading you back to our private dining room dripping with floral wallpaper and tinged with gold bookshelves.

The Chefs

Waicoco was founded by two powerhouse, world-renowned chefs

- Chris Kajioka and Mourad Lahlou. Chris Kajioka is a James Beard Nominee and Honolulu native who received his formal training from the prestigious Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY. After working in top restaurants across the U.S., he returned to Oahu opened several of his own restaurants, including Miro Kaimuki.

Mourad Lahlou is also a James Beard Nominee, winner of Iron Chef and the founder of both San Francisco Michelin Star restaurants,

Aziza and Mourad. Lahlou has been recognized as one of the most dynamic and creative chefs in the country. Together they have created Waicoco, which showcases their interpretation of Modern Hawaiian Cuisine, touched with flavors from around the world.

The Food

Waicoco takes great pride in the ingredients they serve and the farmers + fisherman they source them from. Behind Chef Kajioka and Lahlou’s vision, Waicoco’s kitchen is led by a truly homegrown Maui chef team who are proud to share local dishes in a sustainable way.

Both Executive Sous Chef AJ Decambra and Pastry Chef Rose Henna Hatch grew up on Maui surrounded by local ingredients, and attended the Maui Culinary Arts Academy. From our award winning breakfast, to Chef AJ’s flavorful Salmon Belly Bake and Golden Beet Poke, or Chef Rose’s famous house made Hawaiian rolls, every dish is served to perfection with touches that scream memorable and authentic.

In the morning, stop by Waicoco TOGO for a freshly baked malasada, and Hawaiian harvested coffee. Whether you like your malasadas coated with sugar, glazed or stuffed, pastry chef Rose has you covered with the most ‘ono malasadas on the West Side.

The Bar

Waicoco’s bar brings the best of the craft cocktail to Kaanapali beach: Exceptionally made drinks; quality spirits and ingredients; knowledgeable and friendly bartenders.

Enjoy our celebration of the classic Mai Tai, using artisanal orgeat and a custom blend of rums, or one of our signature cocktails like the BasilCoco, with coconut, aloe liqueur and fennel pollen, and Ono Old Fashioned with rye, macadamia nut syrup, and chocolate bitters, or a perfectly executed classic cocktail, all alongside our delicious Pacific Rim Menu.

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