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Side Orders • March 3, 2016

IN WEST MAUI . . . It was recently announced that Troon Golf Courses/TY Management is buying Pineapple Grill Restaurant at its Bay Course clubhouse location from David and Lesley Cohn of Cohn Restaurant Group on Maui and Southern California.Pineapple Grill will remain open as ownership transitions in the following months. Staff will be retained and continue to provide the exceptional service and experience it is known for, according to a press release."It's been a wonderful 11 years," says Cohn, who will continue with Plantation House in Kapalua and his newest venture, the Castaway Cafe ...

Side Orders • February 25, 2016

LEAP OF FAITH . . . Those born on Leap Day can only celebrate their official birthdays once every four years. So on Monday, Hard Rock Cafe in Lahaina will let all of you "leaplings" enjoy a free meal from a special eat-free menu of hickory-smoked pulled-pork sliders; twisted mac, chicken and cheese; and certified Angus beef burgers with a golden onion ring topping, according to Maui sales manager Ryan Beenken.Sad to report that the owner of Maui Pasta Company in Waikapu is now in Islands Hospice Home in Kahului due to a recent diagnosis of metastic melanoma to the brain, skin and lungs. ...

Side Orders • February 18, 2016

WINE NOT? . . . Hot from the lips of those in the wine industry: Today is National Drink Wine Day. Yes, it's true. Vino has its very own bacchanal-iday.I also hear that Victoria's Secret will open soon at Queen Ka'ahumanu Center and wonder - is there a connection? But before I insert foot into mouth, I'll talk about a sexy Spanish wine event that will be uncorked from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 25 in Spago Maui at Four Seasons Resort Maui in Wailea.The event is priced right at $50 per person and includes passed appetizers by Executive Chef Cameron Lewark and a variety of Spanish wines ...

Side Orders • February 11, 2016

AMOROUS EATS . . . Want to get in the mood for food? Then come to the new Oceanside Restaurant at the Maalaea Harbor Shops tonight for a tango class, followed by a chocolate feast that pays homage to cacao by chef Gary King with desserts by Mitzi Toro, the Maui Cookie Lady, and Desiree Parada of Madame Donut all made of locally sourced beans."Be sure to check out this new restaurant in Maalaea at the former Saltimbocca location," says Fotis Tassopoulos of Better Brands, who dined there recently with fiance Karen Christenson of Mama's Fish House. "Its young chef puts out absolutely ...

Side Orders • February 4, 2016

MONKEYING AROUND . . . As I grab a banana, peel it and swing into eating it, I see that the Year of the Monkey is coming up fast in conjunction with Chinese New Year on Monday.The Maui News will run its annual Chinese New Year special section in Friday's paper, but here are a few things to whet your appetite.Mike's Hong Kong Bistro in Wailuku will impress with authentic Cantonese cuisine specials Friday through Feb. 12 in addition to its regular menu. Jai, or monk's food, and gau, the Chinese rice cake with coconut and brown sugar, will be ready for takeout or dine-in. You may also ...

Side Orders • January 28, 2016

WORLD OF CHEFS . . . Traveling to the Windy City this week with Maui Visitors and Convention Bureau Chef Exchange are three of our island's talented chefs Michael Lofaro of Grand Wailea; Kyle Kawakami of Maui Fresh Streatery; and Jojo Vasquez of The Plantation House in Kapalua."The chefs are cooking for Chicago's top travel agents and media contacts, as they will meet consumers at cooking demos planned during the big 'Travel Adventure Show,' " says spokeswoman Charlene Ka'uhane."It's all about showcasing Maui as a culinary destination, sharing our cuisine, food culture, hospitality and ...