Pizza chain, Round Table Pizza, has officially rolled out a new location on Maui, at the Maui Mall Village in Kahului.

The chain was launched in partnership with franchisee, Dave Mello, who is relocating from his long-time presence in Kīhei on Piʻikea Avenue at the Piʻilani Village Shopping Center. The Kīhei location has since closed.

The new Round Table Pizza is located across from the County of Maui Business Resource Center, and near IHOP in the spot that was previously occupied by another pizza chain.

Round Table Pizza was founded in 1959, and is known for its homemade dough, signature three-cheese blend, and ingredients topped to the edge. In addition to signature handmade pizzas, the chain also offers salads, “baked-to-perfection” Garlic Parmesan Twists, classic and boneless wings and more.

“Our legacy of time-honored recipes and gold-standard ingredients means guests can count on a consistent, superior dining experience each time they visit,” said Mello, franchisee of the new Kahului location.

“Maui Mall Village is pleased to welcome Round Table Pizza to the ʻohana,” said Maui Mall Village Property Manager James Cashman. “Round Table will offer yet another great family-friendly dining option for our community. It will be an excellent complement to our already diverse portfolio of dining experiences, and we invite everyone to visit the center to see what makes this storied franchise so special.”

The business is currently hiring for all positions—both full and part time. Applicants can send resumes to jubemello@yahoo.com. Starting pay is $15/hr plus tips. Drivers can make more than $30/hr with tips, according to a flyer posted in the restaurant window.

This is Maui’s second Round Table Pizza location. There’s also another in Lahaina, located at 2580 Kekaʻa Dr., Suite 105, which is also run by Mello.

The new Maui Round Table Pizza is located at 70 East Kaʻahumanu Avenue in Kahului, and is open Sunday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

For more information, visit www.roundtablepizza.com.

Fairmont Kea Lani, an all-suite and villa luxury resort on Maui, brings an elevated dinner experience to their current oceanfront restaurant, AMA Bar & Grill.

AMA draws inspiration from the traditional Hawaiian outrigger canoe and the lifestyle it embodies: quality time with ʻohana, exploration and innovation through the sea, and the nourishment with the ocean’s freshest seafood. 

Each evening, as the sun sets, AMA Bar & Grill transforms from a poolside eatery into a sea-to-table culinary experience, offering freshly caught seafood selections along with vibrant cocktails and elevated wines by the glass and bottle.

From a decadent raw bar and lavish seafood platters to locally inspired platesfeaturing Kauaʻi spicy garlic prawns, miso-marinated cod and steamed clams with sake, shiso and Korean chili flakes, AMA’s new dinner menu highlights the Pacific Ocean’s finest offerings – along with island-sourced veggie dishes and select chicken and steak shared plates.

“We’re thrilled to share AMA’s new ocean-inspired evening concept with our community,” said Tom Houston, Director of Food & Beverage at Fairmont Kea Lani.  “Our intention is to provide a relaxed atmosphere fit for unwinding with friends and family, where both resort guests and local residents can enjoy carefully crafted cocktails, thoughtful wine selections, and freshly caught, elevated fare… all while taking in spectacular views provided by this special place we are privileged to call home.”

AMA’s new evening concept, serving casual elegance paired with exceptional cuisine, debuted on July 14, 2023. This comes following the recent transformation of the resort’s 413 one-bedroom suites and 37 two- and three-bedroom villas. Resort executives say the redesign resulted in artfully accommodations “that evoke stories of the island’s rich cultural heritage and accentuate the natural beauty of Hawaiʻi.”

AMA’s debut also marks the commencement of the second phase of the resort’s Hoʻomaka Hou Transformation Project, in which Fairmont Kea Lani’s lobby will be completely reimagined, resulting in an elevated arrival experience, the creation of an expansive Hawaiian cultural center and the addition of a premier oceanfront lounge and restaurant.

AMA Bar & Grill is open daily for lunch 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and nightly for dinner 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Both the interior bar and swim-up bar are open 10:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Kamaʻāina discounts (25% off) are available with a valid Hawaiʻi ID. Walk-ins welcome, reservations are encouraged through OpenTable or learn more at fairmont-kea-lani.com

Tables and tickets are now available for the annual Maui Calls, Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s signature fundraising gala, and food & wine tasting event, which will take place on Aug. 12, from 6-10 p.m.

This year’s ‘Celebrating the Navigator’ theme provides a special, uniquely Hawaiian personality to the evening, a Maui Calls tradition. The event celebrates a coming together of the community in the spirit of goodwill and in support of the MACC.

Tables and individual ticket sales are available now online only at mauiarts.ejoinme.org/MauiCalls.

Featured throughout the evening are gourmet pūpū created by Maui’s award-winning chefs, fine wines from around the world, live entertainment, and a wide and diverse selection of items in the event’s signature silent and live auctions. All attendees must be 21+ with valid ID. The event will be emceed by Deidre Tegarden and Kainoa Horcajo.

Maui Calls is a much-anticipated annual event for residents as well as visitors, as the savvy event-goer knows they will find the best selection of silent and live auction items on the island: exciting Hawai‘i staycations, restaurant fine dining experiences, original works of art, music instruments autographed by celebrities who have performed on MACC stages, and more.

The Maui Calls evening starts with a fresh flower lei greeting and Hawaiian music by local favorites. And, the group Asian Blend will wrap up the evening with dance music favorites under the roof of the Yokouchi Pavilion.

The 2023 Maui Calls features an array of wines from around the world, with a selection orchestrated by ʻOhana Beverage Company. Participating wineries to date include August Wine Group, Brazos Wine, De Maison Selections, East West Wine Trading, Evening Land, German Wine Collection, Indigenous Selections, LIOCO, Massanois Imports, North Berkeley, Scale Wine Group, Two Mountain, and Vocal Vineyards. (list subject to change)

Maui Calls guests will enjoy a culinary adventure. Participating restaurants and caterers so far include Buzz Cakes by Sweet Bean Maui, DUO Steak & Seafood Four Seasons Maui, Leilani’s on the Beach, Lima Restaurant, Maui Breadfruit, Maui Cookie Lab, NS | Nicole Scharer, Sugar Beach Events, and Tommy Bahama Restaurant. (list subject to change)

Reserving a table is a desirable option for those who would like to be seated with their family, friends, or business associates. There are numerous premium benefits for table attendees, depending on table tier: reserved seating, preferred parking, table-side service for dinner and beverages, special thank-you gifts, pre-event private reception and opportunity to preview and bid on auction items.

Individual tickets for Maui Calls are $195 for a ‘cruiser’ pass; $225, $300 or $500 for table seating. Tables for 10 are $2,250; $3,000; $5,000; and $10,000. All tickets allow the Maui Calls guest access to the many creations of Maui’s participating restaurants and chefs and the chance to sample a variety of both new wines and old favorites; the table tickets offer table seating and service, and special gifts (depending on level).

Table sponsorship levels and inclusions are detailed on the Maui Calls page at MauiArts.org or at mauiarts.ejoinme.org/MauiCalls. Tables and individual ticket sales are on sale now and placing silent auction bids starts Aug. 7 and all are only available online at mauiarts.ejoinme.org/MauiCalls or via the MACC’s Development department. Guests can register in advance to bid via their smartphone or mobile device on the same website and bidding volunteers will be on site at the event to assist.

Table sales and individual ticket purchases are not available through the MACC Box Office. Table reservations may also be coordinated via email or phone to Naoko Wagner: Naoko@MauiArts.org / 808-243-4225.

Maui Calls is the annual fundraiser for the Maui Arts & Cultural Center and provides a significant percentage of the income necessary for the MACC to provide ongoing FREE programs for the community such as Starry Night Cinema, ArT=Mixx, the annual Ki Ho‘alu and ‘Ukulele Festivals, and performances for Maui County schoolchildren, including students on Moloka‘i and Lānaʻi.

The Maui Country Club announced the hire of new Executive Chef Doug DeMarco.

Chef DeMarco describes his cooking style as Contemporary American. He joins the Maui Country Club from his most recent position as the Executive Chef at Ruby 360 in Nevada, one of the oldest helicopter ski resorts in the country.

Early on in Chef DeMarco’s working experience, one of his mentors convinced him that he should become a chef. Taking this advice, he attended and graduated from the California Culinary Academy.

From there, Chef DeMarco had the opportunity to travel the country, giving him the chance to experience a variety of cuisine and work with world renown chefs, most notably: Chef Roland Passot – La Folie; Chef George Marrone – Aqua and One Market; Chef Giovanni Perticone – Splendidos; and Chef Bradley Ogden – The Lark Creek Inn.

In addition to his culinary experience, Chef DeMarco also has had the opportunity to cook for many celebrities.

Born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area, Chef DeMarco’s love for the sea, and all it has to offer, fueled his long time goal of moving to Hawaiʻi. He enjoys spending his free time outdoors— hiking, biking or scuba diving.

Chef DeMarco said he looks forward to carrying on the legacy at the Maui Country Club, and is excited about getting to know and cook for all its members.

Maui Country Club‘s is a private golf club on the north shore, located at 48 Nonohe Place in Pāʻia. 

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In recognition of its 29^th anniversary, Hula Grill Kāʻanapali will make a donation to a local hālau hula, and relaunch its popular bar menu. 

“We are so incredibly grateful and excited to be celebrating 29 years of service to the people of Maui,” said Hula Grill Kāʻanapali General Manager Amber Compton. “As we prepare for our big 30th anniversary, we wanted to give back to the community and expand our offerings to say mahalo for dining with us since our opening in 1994. Guests can now choose some fun and casual selections from our Barefoot Bar menu or more elevated dishes—like fresh fish, steaks and seafood—from the dining room menu.”

The Hula Grill Kāʻanapali marked its anniversary with a $1,500 donation to Hālau Kekuaokalā‘au‘ala‘iliahi, led by Kumu Hula ‘Iliahi and Haunani Paredes. Students, leaders and parents from the group were invited to a special anniversary event at Hula Grill, where they enjoyed food and drinks including Maui-made Roselani ice cream and cocktails crafted by Koloa Rum and Ocean Vodka. 

Hālau Kekuaokalā‘au‘ala‘iliahi has performed for spectators from near and far, participated in the annual Merrie Monarch Festival and helped to nurture the next generation of hula dancers. Funds from the donation will be used to support the hālau as they head to upcoming keiki hula competitions, ensuring the tradition of hula can be passed on by many generations to come.

In addition to the donation, the popular Barefoot Bar menu has returned and is available every day from 4-9:30 p.m. Guests are invited to enjoy longtime favorites like Surfing Goat Cheese or Thai Chicken Flatbread, the Hula Cheeseburger, Fish Tacos and more.

Mana Up and Hawaiian Airlines announces Season 3 of a live-streamed Meet the Makers series, bringing six new experiences highlighting Hawaiʻi-based companies and their unique products. The series kicks off with an episode highlighting Duke Kahanamoku, plus an episode featuring Maui Nui Venison and award-winning Chef Chris Kajioka. 

Starting June 22, interactive and live-streamed episodes will become available. The episodes are free to view and are offered through October, leading up to Mana Up’s live-broadcast Showcase in November.

Entrepreneurs will share their inspiration for the products and viewers will learn more about Duke’s influence on Hawaiʻi. The series will also include a sneak peek into the Made in Hawaiʻi Festival, which returns to the Hawaiʻi Convention Center in August.

Episodes also include Mana Up alumni companies: Maui Nui Venison, Vitalitea Hawai’i, Kaua‘i Sweet Shoppe, and Sweet Land Farm.

From grilling Hawai‘i-style to healthy pau hana mixology, the series offers a glimpse into Hawai‘i’s culture and thriving product industry.

Meet the Makers Season 3 Live-stream Schedule:
All episodes will stream live at 5 p.m. HST.

• Thursday, June 22 – Making Waves: Honoring Duke Kahanamoku introduces viewers to four local companies part of the first-ever Mana Up x Duke Kahanamoku product collaboration celebrating the Olympic swimmer and legendary surfer, and the stories behind them.
• Thursday, July 13 – Summer BBQ: Hawai‘i Style will highlight Maui Nui Venison, a company offering locally sourced venison products. Viewers will learn to grill up healthy local-style recipes using Maui Nui Venison products perfect for a summer time BBQ or pāʻina.
• Thursday, Aug/ 17 – Made in Hawai‘i Festival Sneak Peek will take viewers behind-the-scenes to get a first look at one of Oʻahu’s largest marketplace events of the year! Meet the local makers and artisans at this year’s festival held at the Honolulu Convention Center.
• Thursday, Sept. 7 – Healthy Hawai‘i Pau Hana is an episode highlighting Maui-based company Vitalitea Hawai‘i. Viewers will get to shake up healthy mocktails using Vitalitea Hawai‘i kombucha products.

• Thursday, Oct. 5 – Fall Entertaining in the Islands brings viewers to Sweet Land Farm on the North Shore of Oʻahu. Founders, Eric and Emma will offer a live-streamed tour of their goat farm, plus they’ll share how to make the ultimate entertaining spread using their goat dairy products from cheeses to caramel.
• Thursday, Oct. 19 – Hawaiian Holiday Baking is the finale episode of season three featuring Kaua‘i Sweet Shoppe. Viewers will learn to bake sweet treats with founder and baker, Chloe Blake using their Hawaiian caramels and other confectioneries made with locally sourced ingredients.

The livestream audience can bring the virtual experience to life by purchasing special featured products including new releases and limited-edition sets, available for purchase at www.houseofmanaup.com/meet-the-makers.

Cardmembers are encouraged to use their Hawaiian Airlines® Bank of Hawaii World Elite Mastercard® to earn five additional bonus HawaiianMiles per $1 spent on all purchases made at House of Mana Up – online or in store – until the Sunday following each episode’s livestream date – only available during season three.

During each episode, viewers will have the opportunity to enter to win one of two prizes: a special gift set from the featured maker and 15,000 HawaiianMiles.

The Grand Wailea, a Waldorf Astoria Resort, debuts its newly reimagined dining concept, Olivine, today. This comes following the recent refresh of four additional onsite culinary venues, and a property-wide revamp of the resort’s rooms, suites and exclusive Napua private lounge.

The opening of Olivine spurs the next phase of the refresh, including a full renovation of the resort’s flagship Humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa dining venue, followed by the debut of Grand Wailea’s reimagined spa in the coming year.

Olivine specializes in coastal Italian cuisine prepared with local ingredients, as well as craft cocktails and an expansive wine list.

“We are incredibly excited to share this new dining experience with our guests,” said JP Oliver, managing director, Grand Wailea, a Waldorf Astoria Resort. “The resort’s property-wide refresh has given us the opportunity to reimagine the Grand Wailea experience, and Olivine is a perfect example of how that will manifest in our food and beverage programming. We’ve been highly meticulous during this process to ensure that every change we implement aligns with our commitment to a retreat grounded in harmony, and we couldn’t be happier to see it come to life for our guests.”

Olivine is located in the oceanfront venue that formerly housed Bistro Molokini. The space has a new look inspired by its namesake mineral, which is shaped by the steady flow of lava. The reimagined space is the work of Tihany Design.

“We’re thrilled to welcome guests to Olivine, and look forward to sharing the hard work that’s gone into creating this one-of-a-kind experience at Grand Wailea,” said Executive Chef Ryan Urig, Grand Wailea, a Waldorf Astoria Resort. “The new concept brings the best of Maui ingredients to the art of Italian cuisine, and the result is a menu that beautifully showcases our island’s sustainably sourced seafood, while evoking a sense of place. We can’t wait for guests to experience the best of Maui and beyond at this new concept.”

The Italian menu features handmade pastas by Chef Michele di Bari of Sale Pepe, and authentic dishes incorporating local produce and seafood sourced from Hawaiʻi-based, sustainable aquaculture operation Blue Ocean Mariculture.

To highlight the array of herbs grown on property by the resort’s Head Landscaper Jim Heid, the menu includes a seasonal initiative that infuses them into menu items, olive oils, cocktails and more to reflect the bounty provided by the resort’s lush vegetation.

Signature menu items include Molokaʻi sweet potato ravioli with lemon almond pesto, cacio e pepe prepared with tonnarelli, Parmigiano Reggiano, pepper and caviar, Hawaiian Kanpachi crudo plated with aged pancetta, smoky Romanesco, candied kumquats and ogo, and a selection of woodfired pizzas topped with seasonal ingredients.

Olivine shifts from a vibrant, airy daytime eatery to an atmospheric, sultry dining spot in the evening. By day, guests savor signature dishes such as housemade pizzas and ‘ahi salad, while night brings Blue Ocean seafood dishes and fresh pastas. A selection of dinner-specific craft cocktails and a sommelier-curated master wine list become available with the setting sun, enabling guests to experience menus that are tailored to the time of day.

Olivine opens to the public on June 20, 2023, and is available for lunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., intermezzo 3 to 5 p.m. and dinner from 5 to 9 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome; however, reservations are encouraged online.

A unique and special Chef’s Dinner, featuring the renowned culinary talents of award-winning Executive Chef, Riko Bartolome will benefit the Whale Trust. 

Chef Bartolome is known for his signature Asian-fusion style, and brings over 30 years of experience to this exclusive event that features food, wine, and philanthropy – all in support of Whale Trust’s mission to conduct, support, and promote scientific research and education programs on whales and the ocean planet.

The gourmet five-course Chef’s Dinner will take place on Saturday, June 17 in the open-air pavilion at Maui Kuʻia Estate Chocolate in Lahaina. This intimate gathering is limited to 25 guests.

“We are thrilled to collaborate with Chef Riko Bartolome and Maui Kuʻia Estate Chocolate for this intimate and special evening,” said Dr. Meagan Jones, Executive Director at Whale Trust. “The Benefit Chef’s Dinner offers a fantastic opportunity for culinary enthusiasts to indulge in a one-of-a-kind experience while supporting and learning more about the latest research projects of Whale Trust.”

To register for this event, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/whale-trust-benefit-chefs-dinner-tickets-643474558727?aff=oddtdtcreator or contact Whale Trust at 808-572-5700.

Yoshikazu Kizu will oversee all culinary operations of the resort’s signature restaurants including menu development and culinary team management of Hale Mo‘olelo, Mahele Market & Eatery, Hale ‘Ā, and more. With more than 20 years of experience, Kizu will elevate the dining experience for Westin Maui guests, by reimagining menus with a focus on incorporating techniques and flavors from Japan. 

Kizu previously worked at The Ritz-Carlton Okinawa in Japan as executive sous chef. During his time there, he oversaw seven dining outlets, including Kise Teppanyaki, Chura-Nuhji Italian restaurant, Gusuku, and more. His leadership led to increased food quality and Associate Engagement Scores. Prior to this, Kizu served as executive pastry chef at The Ritz-Carlton Kapalua in Maui for five years. 

Kizu was educated at Japan Culinary School and holds a culinary hygiene master’s degree. He has also won 24 awards throughout his career, including the coveted Annual Five Star Leader Award for 2022.

April Matsumoto has been appointed executive sous chef. In this role she will support day-to-day operations of the kitchen staff across the resort’s restaurants including managing food preparation and inventory, and supporting executive chef Kizu with menu development. 

Prior to joining the Westin Maui, she served as a specialty chef at The Ritz-Carlton Kapalua on Maui. Prior to her role on Maui, Matsumoto served as senior chef de partie at the London Marriot Hotel. 

Matsumoto completed the American Culinary Federation Apprenticeship Program at Ivy Tech State College as a certified culinarian. She was also certified as an executive chef at the American Culinary Federation in New York. Matsumoto was awarded the 5-Star Employee award at The Ritz-Carlton Kapalua in 2009. 

As the resort’s newly appointed executive director of food & beverage, Neleah Sarmiento will oversee all of Westin Maui’s dining operations including onsite restaurants, bars, and groups and catering. With more than 26 years of experience, Sarmiento will work to ensure profitability with a focus on increasing guest satisfaction.

Prior to this role Sarmiento was the resort’s director of housekeeping since 2010. In that role she oversaw a staff of more than 170 and managed all hiring, training, and development. She has held numerous other hospitality leadership positions including property operations project manager and executive steward at the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa.

In 2019, Sarmiento participated in the Marriott Emerging Leader Program and in the past was named Manager of the Year and Leader of The Year, among other accolades. 

“We’re grateful to have Neleah, Yoshikazu and April in these key roles within our F&B department,” said Tim Anderson, director of marketing at Westin Maui. “We’re confident that their leadership will allow our culinary teams to thrive, and their diverse backgrounds and creativity will lead to even more spectacular dining experiences for our guests.”

The Grand Tasting Gala returns to this year’s 42nd Annual Kapalua Wine & Food Festival. It’s the first year since 2019 that the event will host the popular Grand Tasting, which takes place at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua.

The Grand Tasting Gala will highlight the Kapalua Resort’s family of restaurants. Culinary artists will showcase their creativity with tastings of some of their most popular dishes in a walk-around format. 

Participating Kapalua Resort Restaurants include:

• Banyan Tree
• Cane & Canoe
• Honolua Store
• Hua Momona Farms
• Merriman’s 
• The Plantation House
• Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar
• Taverna

Also featured will be special guest participants and friends including:

• TV’s famed “Top Chef” Guest Chefs: Edward Lee, Kelsey Barnard Clark and Sheldon Simeon
• Master Sushi Chef Tsukasa Okino from Oʻahu’s Maru Sushi
• University of Hawaiʻi Maui College Culinary Arts Program students and alumni Chefs Gary Johnson and Maui’s Chef of the Year Taylor Ponte

Specialty Food Purveyors:

• Petrossian Caviar and a selection of their world-famous caviars from France’s House of Petrossian
• Oysters Hawaiʻi’s “Shucking Good Time” featuring high quality oysters and an array of locally sourced condiments
• Maui Cookie Lab‘s mobile cookie cart with freshly baked goodies
• Maui Gold Pineapple Company sweetest pineapple samplings

In addition to premium wines from around the globe guests can enjoy:

• Handcrafted cocktails by House of Suntory, Makers Mark and OTR
• A selection of Kona Brewing Company’s favorites
• Non-alcoholic “Mocktails” by Seedlip

Sponsor Wineries Justin Vineyards and Champagne Louis Roederer are showcased along with featured winery partners Bernardus Vineyards, Bonny Doon Vineyards, Far Niente, Hertelendy, S.R. Tonella Cellars and The Vineyard house.

The event is set against the backdrop of The Aloha Garden Pavilion’s ‘Canoe Hale’ ambiance. The evening will be capped off by the entertainment of local favorite Nuff Sedd.

In addition to the Grand Tasting Gala, a series of interactive experiences will be held over Festival weekend June 8–11, including wine tasting seminars, brunches/lunches and intimate and exclusive winemaker dinners at resort restaurants. A full schedule can be found HERE.

Major sponsors for the 2023 event include Maui Visitors Bureau, Southwest Airlines, Kapalua Resort Association, Host Hotel The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua, Kapalua Golf, Tonnellerie Ô, Beam/House of Suntory, FIJI and Kona Brewing Company.

Limited tickets are available for this more intimate and exclusive evening. For additional event information or to purchase tickets please visit kapaluawineandfoodfestival.com