Posts tagged with: food

Even though we stay in South Kihei, we try to get to West Maui for at least one night a trip. One of our favorite West Maui traditions is an evening at Whaler’s Village, an outdoor mall in Ka’anapali.... Read More

Flights from my hometown arrive at lunch time, which is a few hours before most condos allow you to check in. By the time we get our luggage and car, we usually still have about two hours to kill. I know you are anxious to see the beach, but while in Kahului, it’s a good...... Read More

I know I’m on vacation when I am enjoying a cold adult beverage at lunch with a beautiful view on the beach. In Maui, it is illegal to drink alcohol on the beach, so if you aren’t staying at a hotel and want to feel a cold bottle in your hand or drink a fruity...... Read More

For the best sweet (banana cream) and savory (pot) pies on the island, stop at Leoda’s on the way to West Maui.... Read More

For affordable, delicious local food be sure to hit up Da Kitchen after you land in Kahului or Da Kitchen Express after a day at the beach in Kihei. The name Da Kitchen translates from Hawaiian slang/pidgin to “The Kitchen”. This casual, walk-up restaurant is very popular and a good way to familiarize yourself with...... Read More

If you ask someone who has been to Maui what their favorite fine dining restaurant is, they will most likely answer Mama’s Fish House. I’d give you the same answer. We’ve been every year for the past 15 years and have never been disappointed. It’s a bit of a drive from most resort areas and...... Read More

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Last weekend, my son’s school hosted a pancake breakfast. Unfortunately, I’m in the middle of a 30 day healthy eating cleanse, so I had to pass on the pancakes. Since then I’ve been thinking about Maui banana macadamia nut pancakes with coconut syrup on top…a lot. So I decided that I would share my favorite...... Read More

When I think of relaxing or watching a sunset in Maui, I automatically think of Mai Tais. The Mai Tai is an alcoholic cocktail based on rum, Curaçao liqueur, orgeat syrup, and lime juice. This easy to drink, fruity rum beverage can be found on just about every Hawaiian Happy Hour menu and always makes...... Read More