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IN THE KITCHEN . . . As usual, The Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui did a stellar job on the Noble Chef benefit for Maui Culinary Academy. About 330 people enjoyed the elaborate Italian party.
MCA’s Chris Speere says that, “Noble Chef owes its success to industry and community partners, local chefs and wine merchants.” whose generous contributions make it possible to transpire. A case in point is that MCA student Bernadette Bautista received $5,000 and the Tylun Pang Aspiring Chef Scholarship named after Fairmont’s famous executive chef and cookbook author.
Speaking of winners, Chef Joey Macadangdang of Roy’s Kaanapali came on strong for a three-peat win at the Master P-Noy Chef Contest at the Maui Fil-Am Heritage Festival on Saturday at Maui Mall.
Three-peat means he’s won the event three times over a three-year period. Kudos also go to chefs Riko Bartolome of Montage Kapalua Bay and Isaac Bancaco of Ka’ana Kitchen for doing a stellar job.
In regards to things “three,” I hear that Three’s Bar & Grill in Kihei is ready to book your holiday parties. You may stage your large party in the restaurant’s Surf Lounge for up to 80 people for cocktails and pupu stations; and up to 60 people for a sit-down affair.
“We offer discounts, if you book before Dec. 1,” says Kelly Cater, catering event coordinator. “We can whip up traditional holiday fare, sushi, raw bar items, whatever you want.” To book, call 268-1063.
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BITS AND PIECES . . . Pegged “vegan royalty,” Anne Dinshah is the daughter of H. Jay Dinshah, the founder of America’s modern vegan movement. Coauthor of “Powerful Vegan Messages” she will speak at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, on “Will Veganism Bring You Health, Wealth and Wisdom?” at the Cameron Center in Wailuku. Hosted by the Vegetarian Society of Hawaii, it will be an eye opener.
Situated oceanfront in Kihei, the state-of-the-art Sugar Beach Events facility known for full-service weddings and other private functions, will soon open its doors for some fun, upcoming events.
Moonlit Movies on Sugar Beach will kick things off at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 15 with the showing of the 1963 classic “Charade” film as a benefit for Imua Family Services. Enjoy a sunset reception, three-course picnic dinner, cotton candy and fresh popcorn. Cost is $50 plus cash bar for those 21 and older.
In addition, on Nov. 20, Lee Anderson will present an Interactive Chef’s Dinner Series with autumn wines by Johnson Bros. On Dec. 13, sign up for Cookies & Canapes with wine, champagne, heavy pupu, ‘smores under the stars and holiday cookie making with Sugar Beach’s Pastry Chef Natalie O’Brien. For more details, visit the website at www.sugarbeacheventshawaii.com.
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NOD TO THE PAST . . . Thousands of residents and visitors enjoyed fun, food and nostalgia at this year’s Lahaina Plantation Days.
More than 17 restaurants dished up food each of the two nights. Booth winners included Kahana Sands (“Best of Show” and “Best Meat”), Sangrita Grill & Cantina (“Best Salad”), Ka’anapali Beach Hotel (“Best Appetizer”), Leilani’s on the Beach (“Best Seafood”), Roselani Ice Cream (“Best Dessert”) and Royal Lahaina Resort (“Judges Award”). Sangrita also won “Best Decorated Booth” the first night and Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. impressed judges on the second night.
“This event is very close to our hearts as each year it offers a wonderful opportunity for residents to connect with their plantation roots,” says Theo Morrison, executive director of Lahaina Restoration Foundation. “Whether its finding your own photo among the pictures displayed in the Plantation Life Tent or helping to update the West Maui plantation camp maps – the interest in our community’s plantation era remains strong.”