Attend the game on August 31st, Pack the Park Night and get $2 off all tickets, $2 Hotdogs, $2 Sodas. Cheap seats are already only $6/pp so it’s possible to get a $4 ticket and $4 meal while having one heckuva good time at the old ball game and get change back from your hard earned $10.

Today Hale Kau Kau is operated primarily by a robust group of hundreds of volunteers aided by a formal kitchen manager and part-time helper.

Mark and Kitty started Cater 2 U after realizing if they had to put in 40 hours at work they may as well work for themselves since the passion they bring to their profession elevates their occupation into satisfying self-expression.

“It’s not work, as to most. It’s an adventure I look forward to everyday”, Brooke states eloquently when asked the question, “What do you love most about your job?”

When you first meet Isabella her good looks stand out, followed quickly by her accent. When inevitably asked if she’s German, she clarifies further…

The evening at Chinois had already been declared a success based on the amazing flavors of the multi-course feast I shared with my two dining companions, but the presence of one of the most famous chefs in history left me struggling to compose myself.

No sooner had we packed away the Christmas lights when we discovered yet another gift under our tree, or make that the giant shade tree near the Sugar Cane Pu`ukoli`i Train Station in Kaanapali.

Besides her obvious skills in the kitchen, her positive outlook, innate sense of hospitality, and practiced Aloha, all add up to keep the award winning Chef in such high demand.

Over 50 wines by the glass for under $10; half-size portions available on many items; a constantly changing menu; six course chef’s tasting menu for $49 (that’s always new and different); 50% off Supper Club menu all night at the bar!!

Maui residents are outrageously fortunate on so many counts, not the least of which is having world- class performers in our midst who, having already achieved fame and glory, now play for the love of it, using their talents to raise money for deserving causes.

Recently, we caught up with Sean Rudesill, Roy’s Hot Bartender. We had a chance to sample a variety of wonderful pupus and desserts, while enjoying the usual quick wit and “Aloha” that Sean always serves up at his bar.