Aside from checking out Waicoco, my other restaurant goal for our Maui trip was to finally try Sale Pepe Maui. Hailed as one of the best restaurants in the islands by many of Hawaii's top chefs, Sale Pepe has long been on my to-try list. And I'm glad we finally got here. … [Read more...] about Outstanding Italian Food at Sale Pepe Maui
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Breakfast at Waicoco Maui
Long before we arrived on the island, I decided that we'd have both our West Maui breakfasts at the hotel. So, as soon as I could do so, I booked reservations for breakfast at Waicoco Maui for our two mornings at the Westin Maui. … [Read more...] about Breakfast at Waicoco Maui
Maui Sugar Cane Train is For Sale
While I theorized that the Lahaina, Kaanapali, and Pacific Railroad was done for last year, the fact that the Maui Sugar Cane Train is for sale now all but confirms my theory. And, no, this isn't a sale of the railroad as a going concern, as the listing all but confirms its demise. … [Read more...] about Maui Sugar Cane Train is For Sale
Dining Review: Star Noodle
If you've been following along with my Valentines weekend trip to Maui, you'll know that we stayed on the Wailea side of the island. Unfortunately we weren't able to make it into the Lahaina/Kaanapali area this time around. However, the previous two time we were on island we did make it a point to get out to Maui's west side. We weren't staying out that side, but I made it a … [Read more...] about Dining Review: Star Noodle
Ululani Shave Ice
Shave ice is one of Hawaii's most iconic foods, and while not as renown as Matsumoto's Shave Ice on Oahu's North Shore, Ululani Shave Ice is one of the most iconic shave ice vendors in the State. Available only on Maui, Ululani Shave Ice is quite different from the likes of Matsumoto's and most other famous shops on Oahu. Why? Because Ululani has an enormous menu of … [Read more...] about Ululani Shave Ice
What to Eat in Hawaii: Maui Dining Guide
Note from Jeff - we arrived in Maui last night and I'm looking forward to trying many of Kyle's suggestions while we are on this gorgeous island. Maybe Kyle will even join us along the way! Aloha, Kyle here again. If you've been keeping up with my guest posts, last week I went over what to do on Maui, and today I'll be going over Maui's dining scene. … [Read more...] about What to Eat in Hawaii: Maui Dining Guide
Haleakala National Park, Ali’i Kula Lavender and Nakalele Blowhole: Things to do in Maui
Aloha, Kyle again. In preparation of Jeff's big Hawaiian adventure, I've been writing guest posts going over what to do and what to eat in Hawaii. So far we've covered Oahu Activities and Oahu Dining, so today, we'll be moving on to Jeff's primary "residence" in the islands... Maui. … [Read more...] about Haleakala National Park, Ali’i Kula Lavender and Nakalele Blowhole: Things to do in Maui