Maui Food & Dining

Local chefs took home the awards, but the real winner at this year’s Grand Taste at Maui AgFest & 4-H Livestock Fair was the local Maui culinary scene. With a sell-out crowd, enthusiastic judges and talented participants, Grand Taste illustrated yet again the high level of excellence created by local chefs paired with local ingredients.

Dads can relax, kick back and enjoy a tropical escape at Four Seasons Resort Lānaʻi, where guests can enjoy special events and activities on the secluded island.

The University of Hawaiʻi Maui College’s award-winning Culinary Arts Program is offering another series of five “Just for Fun,” hands-on cooking classes featuring “perfect-for-summer” recipes, beginning on Saturday, June 6, 2026.

“Migrations,” a curated dining experience featuring live music, immersive storytelling and multicultural dances, returns May 29 to Seascape at Maui Ocean Center.

Maui chefs know the secret to any winning recipe: start by using only island-grown produce and fresh local meat and fish. Building on this tried-and-true standard, 12 Maui chefs will create 12 original recipes and compete for top honors in Grand Taste at Maui AgFest on Saturday, May 30.

Pilina at Fairmont Kea Lani in Wailea has become the first bar in Hawaiʻi to receive recognition from The Pinnacle Guide, earning a Two Pin distinction from the global cocktail bar rating system that honored just 46 establishments worldwide in 2026. The accolade places Pilina among an elite tier of bars recognized internationally for exceptional cocktail […]

Dang Dang Noodles has opened at Nāpili Plaza, adding a new locally owned dining concept to the shopping center’s growing mix of food and beverage offerings in West Maui. The announcement was made by Alexander & Baldwin.

Despite a delay caused by recent heavy rains, Spoon & Key Market has officially launched its spring dinner menu, showcasing a lineup built around what’s growing and thriving on Maui right now.

The Westin Maui Resort & Spa is offering a special Mother’s Day brunch experience in an alfresco setting with live music and a vibrant atmosphere.

Guests and residents alike are invited to gather in the Haleakalā Gardens for a multi-course Mother’s Day brunch buffet that will feature a chef-inspired menu of fresh favorites, with highlights including a raw seafood bar and carving station. End the day at Kilolani Spa, and indulge in the Mother’s Day Escape package, with 2.5 hours of treatments accompanied by a glass of champagne.

The Kapalua Wine & Food Festival is proud to announce its return for a milestone 45th annual celebration, taking place June 25-28, 2026. As one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious culinary events, the festival is the ultimate destination for oenophiles and culinary enthusiasts to share world-class cuisine and premium global wines.

As part of Point Break’s Community Partnership Program, Pacific Whale Foundation will be the featured nonprofit throughout May. The collaboration will include two special Event Days on May 1 and May 8, during which 10% of all daily sales will be donated directly to Pacific Whale Foundation.

For the first time since the Lahaina fires, Cinco de Mayo celebrations are returning to the Front Street area—bringing a sense of joy, culture and community back to West Maui. Lahaina Cannery is proud to partner with Sergio’s Cantina to host a vibrant, all-day Cinco de Mayo celebration on Tuesday, May 5, 2026.

Four Seasons Resort Lānaʻi will mark the arrival of May with a slate of cultural programming and dining events tied to local traditions and seasonal themes of renewal. The culinary centerpiece of the weekend is a set of events featuring Chef Nancy Silverton, the James Beard Award-winning chef behind Osteria Mozza in Hollywood, Calif.

The Maui Chocolate Tour at Ku‘ia Estates announced the launch of its new Farm and Feast Experience, combining an immersive cacao farm tour with a delightful dining experience at Sale Pepe Pizzeria e Cucina. This unique journey offers guests an opportunity to explore the rich agricultural heritage of Maui while indulging in delicious, locally-crafted chocolate and Italian-inspired cuisine.

The Queen’s Challenge competition, which honors Queen Emma and highlights the skills and pride of kalo (taro) farmers across Maui, will take place once again at the 2026 East Maui Taro Festival on April 18 at the Hāna Ballpark.

In honor of Earth Day on April 22, 2026, Kō Restaurant at Fairmont Kea Lani invites guests to an intimate evening of world-class cuisine and sustainably produced wines with “Kō & Vine,” a five-course dinner celebrating mindful stewardship of land, vineyard, and table. The exclusive event, limited to 30 seats, will pair the culinary artistry of Executive Chef Matt Dela Cruz with a curated selection of wines from Jackson Family Wines, guided by Master Sommelier Michael Jordan.

The Office of Hawaiian Affairs is now accepting applications for its Kūlana ʻĀina Business Development Program, designed to support Native Hawaiian food entrepreneurs ready to grow and expand their businesses across Hawaiʻi’s food economy.

With Easter just around the corner, The Restaurant at Hāna-Maui Resort offers a thoughtfully curated, locally inspired (and designed for sharing) brunch on Sunday, April 5, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua’s Easter Sunday Brunch takes place on April 5, 2026. The resort invites  guests and the local community to the Ulana Terrace to celebrate with an inspired ocean-view brunch experience featuring elevated cuisine, chef stations, and festive activities for all ages.