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Remembering an Old Fav Dining Spot Hula Grill August 2026
I asked a family member to review our experience! Hula Grill was extremely crowded with people, with tables packed into every nook and cranny. Waiter didn’t seem too concerned with providing a lasting experience, despite prices suggesting maybe he should. View was spectacular, food was good, drinks not so much. They really seem to be favoring quantity over quality these days. The Hula Grill that I remember as a kid had atmosphere, character, and wasn’t concerned with turning

Diane Snoey Appler
Aug 292 min read


Now I feel stupid....August Update 2026
Friends raved about the meals, the ahi appetizer and lamb, especially, at this restaurant. This was John's meal, I of course had some..... The friends have been patrons for over 15 years, they know the staff and servers by name, all of them, (Chivas was our server). Us? Never tried it. On Maui. And we have lived here for over 10 years. Where is this place? Far Away? Hard to get to? Could not be closer or easier.....or more delightful. Nick's Fishmarket. at the Fairmont K

Diane Snoey Appler
Jan 31 min read


Wailea Village Dining - August 2026 Update
If you stay in the Ekahi (Ekahi: means one), Elua (Elua: means two), and Ekolu (Ekolu: means three ) condos, (named by the order they were built, FYI) there are some great dining spots nearby in Wailea Village without going to the resorts. Of course, my favorite happy hour (5-6 PM) is still at "Humble Market Kitchin" a Roy Yamaguchi Restaurant at the Wailea Beach Resort. But we all like a little change of pace now and again. Here's a quick run down and I have tried each a

Diane Snoey Appler
Oct 19, 20253 min read


April Noshing
I've been in my usual routine, cooking, tennis, painting, etc. But the most fun was having friends visit from the mainland! We dine out and I can give you a tour! Fun on Maui always includes a lunch at the Burger Shack in Kapalua at DT Fleming Beach. (This view was the inspiration behind https://www.dianeappler.com/product-page/burger-shack-view-kapalua-dt-fleming-beach ) This was the day and always a delight. The view and breeze makes this a great spot for a burger. Burge

Diane Snoey Appler
Apr 19, 20253 min read


New Dining Experiences - Maui South Side- UPDATED 3/7/2025
NEW! KOAST: Dined here twice and loved the food. It's moderately expensive but the quality of the local food, creativity of the menu, and service are excellent. I love pizza. My past fav was Penny’s Pizza and Pasta, it’s closed - I hope not for good - Latest new try is Black Rock Pizza on S. Kihei Road, near the Library and Movie theaters. Gluten free crust, my option, lots of great combos offered, and pick all your own toppings. BYOB. A plus. Inside and outside dining. Not

Diane Snoey Appler
Oct 30, 20244 min read


Every Other Month on Maui....August 2026 Update - CLOSED
...I think I'll write about Maui food and drink. I do love to cook but a happy hour snack is all I usually need and a place to relax after a day at my art show. I bet you do, too, after all your Maui excursions. Kihei "Triangle" is legendary after dark for lively bars, dive bars, BBQ, and in the middle of it is "Dog and Duck", an Irish bar. It's not much to look at, and you might not want to go in at first take, but we did. This is the sign you'll see when you go in. OK, I l

Diane Snoey Appler
May 14, 20243 min read
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