One of our favorite wineries, Grgich Hills, will be pouring their magical elixir aboard the gorgeous Hula Girl Catamaran, August 24, 201, 4:30 – 7 pm.

Take date-night to new heights with the Son`z and Stars promotion, one of the most romantic of Hyatt’s many dinner/show packages.

Pulehu, an Italian Grill at the Westin Kaanapali Ocean Villas, recently won the `Aipono Award for “Best Kept Secret” in Maui. Now that the secret is out, expect this hidden gem to garner even more awards next year.

They make it look easy, this business of running a successful restaurant. Chef Ryan Luckey’s creations are top-notch and manager Chris Kiawi never fails to make everyone feel at home.

Thought we’d focus back on our original intent for a moment or two, i.e., What’s Cooking Maui’s dedication to keeping our readers advised of notable deals and good values on the Maui dining scene at some of Maui’s best restaurants!

There is no doubt it’s full-fledged summer here in Maui as the island glows with glorious multi-colored blooms and heavenly sunsets. This weekend the visually stunning Maui Film Festival is also lighting up the scene with delights for all the senses.

Now you have yet one more reason to order dinner from Star Noodle (as if the great food wasn’t enough!) With a $30 order you net a free Star Noodle carryout bag. Return the logo bag and get 10% your take out order. What will you order?

Dive master Richard stumbled into Diamonds after a round of golf at Elliare the other day and tells us the food is terrific. Diamond’s claim to fame is Happy Hour All Day, so they enjoy a loyal following of local patrons as well as some tourists who seem to be catching on to the place gradually.

The Best Breakfast Maui list for Lahaina, Kaanapali and the West Side.

Tijuana’s Beach Cantina is a hip-hoppening place these days with all sorts of specials including magical family nights, Paco Taco night, happy hour in the upstairs lounge (yeah!!) $4.50 margarita’s (yippee-ai-ey) and 20% donations on Wednesday night food tabs to Maui schools.

Attention KAMA’AINA, mark your calendar for the 20th of the month, every month! Starting April 20, and the 20th of each month through December, Lahaina Grill is offering 50% off entrees all night to Hawaii residents (please bring Hawaii State ID) + make your reservations now to celebrate !