If you've been lucky enough to visit Maui and haven't taken the time to explore the many intriguing features of Maui Tropical Plantation - coffee roastery, zipline course, farm-to-table restaurant, plantation tour, souvenir shop and more - go ahead and save yourself the guilt and book a trip back. With plenty to do and see, our favorite activity at this tropical oasis is sitting - and sipping - a handcrafted cocktail with a view of the West Maui ... read more
Take 5: Jeff Scheer of The Mill House at Maui Tropical Plantation
Here at Maui Craft Tours, we're always looking for new insight, inspiration and information concerning our favorite topic: craft food, craft drinks and local ingredients on Maui. This time around, we present our fourth Take 5 Interview with Executive Chef Jeff Scheer, the culinary genius behind The Mill House at Maui Tropical Plantation, a gorgeous local dining space focusing on innovative, farm-driven dining and handcrafted cocktails. Get an ... read more
Take 5: Mark of Hali’imaile Distilling Company
If there's one thing we're proud to be a part of, it's our Maui craft community. With creations that range from farm-to-mug coffee to locally brewed beer and handcrafted goat cheeses, our craft ohana are continually kicking coconuts and taking names, and inspiring each other to continue doing what they do best: create. This month, we are proud to present our third Take 5 Interview with the oh so talented Mark Nigbur, Master Distiller at Maui's ... read more
Take 5: Paula of MauiWine
It's no secret that we hold our Maui craft community in high regard, not only for their noteworthy accomplishments both locally and afar, but for their commitment to creativity and unparalleled dedication within their respective crafts. Whether it's brewing that perfect cup of locally roasted coffee, finding new ways to incorporate forward-thinking energy resources in a local brewery, or pushing the limits of what tropically-inspired wine ... read more
Take 5: Garrett of Maui Brewing Co.
One of the reasons we started Maui Craft Tours was to share our admiration and appreciation for the people behind the scenes of Maui's local craft industry. Over the last few years, the owners, managers and employees of Maui's winery, brewery, distilleries and craft restaurants have become more than friends, and we couldn't be prouder to call them ohana. In an effort to introduce our readers to the brains behind these local operations, we're ... read more