Chef Sheldon Simeon and his team are inviting the community to celebrate 10 years of Tin Roof in Kahului, Maui. Started by Sheldon and his wife, Janice, Tin Roof has become the go-to plate-lunch spot for locals and visitors alike. Over the past decade, Tin Roof has expanded into dinner service, weathered the pandemic and helped feed the community […]
The Royal Hawaiian Surf Academy returned to Front Street in Lahaina this month, three years after the shop was destroyed in the August 2023 wildfires. The family business received approval to resume operations in Lahaina on Aug. 1. That morning, kahu Greg led a blessing to mark the academy’s homecoming and an exciting new chapter for the Kinimaka
My dad knew trade winds and Kona winds by the direction the smoke was blowing from the sugarcane mill. But to me, the continuous gray clouds blowing from the smokestacks of the Pu‘unēnē Mill had nothing to do with wind and weather. They were just part of Maui’s natural landscape. And it never crossed my
Two scoops white rice, a scoop mac salad and a generous portion of a protein like teriyaki beef, chicken katsu or grilled fish—and you have Hawaiʻi’s quintessential plate lunch. The plate lunch—or mixed plate—is a symbol of the Islands’ plantation era when workers from different backgrounds shared home-cooked meals, resulting in a blend of foods that make up Hawaiʻi’s one-of-a-kind cuisine. Today, the
Approaching three years since the devastating wildfires destroyed many beloved restaurants and businesses in West Maui, Kimo’s Restaurant announced plans to return and rebuild in Lahaina. T S Restaurants, the parent company, signed a letter of intent to develop a new Kimo’s Restaurant on Front Street. It marks a major milestone in the company’s commitment
Surrounded by a sea of inspiration, it’s no surprise that Maui is home to many talented artists, with galleries across the island showcasing not only their captivating works, but those of visiting artists as well. For a glimpse into Maui’s vibrant art scene, spend an afternoon exploring the island’s best art galleries. Here are five
Maui is well known for its golden beaches and crystal-clear waters. Snorkeling off the Valley Isle offers a window into a beautiful underwater world, where you can encounter colorful coral formations and an incredible variety of marine life. Just remember to always observe Hawaiʻi’s wildlife from a respectful distance. Here are the top five snorkeling spots on Maui that HAWAIʻI Magazine
Yes, you can find delicious banana bread across the Islands, but Maui is known for producing some of the best. Usually made with apple bananas that grow abundantly around the island, these buttery, moist loaves just melt in your mouth. Some businesses incorporate other fruits and fillings, such as mango and pineapple, or chocolate chips, coconut and macadamia nuts. READ MORE: 15
Staying at “the Grand,” as we affectionately called it, was like a dream vacation for us kids. With its epic waterslides, lazy river and hidden hot tubs scattered across its pools, the resort was the ultimate destination for families—and it still is. As a 7-year-old, the hours spent in the pool were bliss, and when
On a quiet morning, gray skies cloud Maui’s usually sunny West Side. But those familiar with the area know that clouds never linger long here: The sun always breaks through. By late afternoon, I’m already relishing the sun’s rays at The Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows. Perched on a serene shoreline in Kā‘anapali, the resort
Raised on Maui, Alana Kysar is a down-to-earth recipe developer known for her debut cookbook, “Aloha Kitchen.” Sitting at her dining room table in Upcountry Maui, she recalls her favorite dish growing up was her mom’s mochiko chicken. “That’s what childhood tastes like to me.” As a kid, Kysar sharpened her cooking skills in her family home. “I grew up in the
Mist settles among the eucalyptus trees as I wind up Pi‘iholo Road into the heart of Olinda, bound for Ho‘omana Spa to heal body and soul. Pulling into the driveway of this traditional lomilomi (Hawaiian massage) spa on Maui feels less like arriving at a business and more like visiting a loved one, which is entirely
