Forget about the salad bars of the past, take a look at what three local chefs are cooking up (or rather not a whole lot of cooking) at their newest healthy-eating restaurant in Kihei. Fork & Salad Serving Up Healthy Meals!! With an incredibly diverse menu and ingredients sourced locally these boys have hit a home run. Sandwiches, Wraps, Soup and Salad are the main fare at this north Kihei hot spot.
Building your own salad is a 3 step process.
First, pick your salad base of kale, arugula, spring mix, spinach, romaine (or other seasonal greens as available)
Second, pick your favorite dressing from the following
cilantro-smoked chili miso-ginger roasted shallot balsamic green goddess meyer lemon-herb creamy ranch blue cheese classic caesar l ilikoi-mango thai lemongrass avocado-lime
OR BASICS olive oil squeeze of lemon & oil balsamic vinegar red wine vinegar
Third, pick 5 ingredients from ‘Build Your Own’ salad ingredients list
apples avocado bacon beets raw beets roasted spicy broccoli carrots chickpeas cilantro and mint corn raw crimini mushroom croutons
cucumber curry golden raisins dried cranberries boiled eggs fried garlic chips fresh hearts of palm green papaya kabocha squash kalamata olives kim chee banana peppers local sprouts papaya
pineapple purple sweet potato purple cabbage red bell pepper red onion radish roasted eggplant brussel sprouts strawberry tomato watermelon
CHEESE, NUTS, SEEDS, & GRAINS blue cheese cheddar shredded feta goat cheese parmesan slivered almonds cashews quinoa health grain mix buckwheat noodle wasabi pea
And Viola! Healthy eating at it’s finest.
As visitors in search of healthy eating and locally sourced foods, we think this one is a real hit. The infinite number of combinations would be cost prohibitive if you were to try and purchase all of them individually and chances are you couldn’t eat what you’ve bought before your departure. This is a great option to get a very diverse salad or sandwich without breaking the bank.
Of course there are also order off the menu salads as well, both options will run you less than $10 and sandwiches slightly more.
Fresh soups are offered as well as healthy grain bowls.
About Fork & Salad
A chef-inspired salad company! “Eat local. Eat healthy!”
Our Mission: to redefine the possibilities of farm-to-table cuisine – as healthy, quick, convenient and affordable, so it can be enjoyed every day by everyone. In doing so, we will effectively support local farmers, ranchers and fishermen, taking us one step closer to a sustainable, edible Maui.
#EatLocalEatHealthy
We feature tasty chef-inspired salads, sandwiches, soups, stews, juices, organic coffee and more. We source as much of our produce locally and organically as possible. Every ingredient has an origin and every recipe is hand-crafted! Our diners will feel awesome eating healthy as they support our partner vendors!
Farm to Table 2.0
Founded by chef-owners Jaron Blosser, Cody Christopher and Travis Morrin in 2016, Fork & Salad is their second restaurant brain child, the first being Three’s Bar and Grill in Kihei, Maui. Their vision is to expand the farm-to-table movement to all parts of Hawai’i and make it accessible to all consumers and boost the local economy.
UPDATE: Fork and Salad has a second location in Kahului, very close to the airport if you want to grab a to-go meal for your flight home or a snack after arrival!
Pu’unene Shopping Center 120 Ho’okele St., Unit 330, Kahului, HI 96732 Kahului — 808-793-3256 Hours: Open Every Day 11AM to 8PM
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Lahaina Heritage Museum In The Old Lahaina Courthouse.
Step Back In Time At the Lahaina Heritage Museum and visit the days of Old Hawai‘i. Lahaina Heritage Museum offers visitors a comprehensive, interactive look at the rich and varied history of Lahaina from pre-contact Hawai‘i to the Monarchy era, including the missionary and whaling period, and from the Plantation era to early tourism.
Visiting the Lahaina Heritage Museum is part of the Lahaina Historical Walking Tour. This self guided tour is a great way to get to know Lahaina Town and it’s rich and amazing history.
65 SIGNIFICANT SITES
Did you know that Lahaina has 65 significant sites, museums and buildings that represent the history and culture of the town over a period of more than 500 years? It’s easy to locate them and learn their stories by viewing the colorful map- brochure and large maps installed in kiosks throughout Lahaina.
Are you dreaming of getting away? Summer vacation is just around the corner and it’s time to start planning and booking your Maui Vacation!
Many don’t know this but most listing sites are now charging you huge BOOKING FEES or ‘Service Fees‘ when you book through their platform. AirBnB set the trend and it wasn’t long before VRBO (and the whole family of HomeAway websites), Trip Advisor and FlipKey followed suit. These corporations are happy to tack on an addition 12% to a whopping 20% just for the “convenience” of booking through their platform.
Imagine you’re paying the following;
With the big booking sites you could be paying a whopping $166 more or worse!
A colleague sent us this actual phone screenshot of a quote from TripAdvisor (not for our rental but another). Note the $500.00 TripAdvisor Fee plus a Booking Fee of $136.30. The fees are more than the rental cost. No, we’re not kidding! Insane right?
The question is WHY?
Imagine what you could spend this $166 on during your vacation. How about a Whale Watching adventure? Or what about a fancy dinner for two at Mama’s Fish House? Maybe you want to rent Kayaks or go Deep Sea Fishing?
The big corporations would have you believe that you’re ‘safer’ booking with their ‘guarantee’. But what if there’s a problem with your accommodations? Is someone in a call center halfway around the world going to help you out? Will they be able to give you inside travel tips about Maui? We think not. Wouldn’t you rather speak to the owner directly, someone who intimately knows the property you’re renting and can actually help solve issues? Yea, us too!
You won’t pay booking fees
You have direct contact with owners
Guaranteed lowest price
Shared local knowledge – We KNOW MAUI!
Payments are SECURE!
That’s why we’re proud to be part of the vacation rental revolution and we ONLY book our guests direct. We manage our calendar, our housekeeping staff, and the condo ourselves. The condo you’re staying in is our home away from home too. We want only the best and don’t want our guests to pay extra! You’re GUARANTEED to pay the lowest price when you book direct.
Word is getting out among savvy travelers, no one wants to pay an online travel agency more money for the same vacation. BOOK DIRECT AND SAVE!
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We know that when it comes to finding a vacation rental in Maui that you have literally thousands of choices. When it comes to finding the right vacation rental in Maui, reading previous guest reviews can help you decide if this condo is a match for your needs. So we’re always grateful to our wonderful guests and even more happy when they leave us kind words on our online reviews or in our Guest Book in the condo – you, our potential guest can see what others loved about choosing our condo.
We strive to have the best vacation condo rental in Kihei! We’re proud of our 5 star reviews! Have a look at what our guests say.
Have a look at why we get 5-Star reviews.
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Traveling to Maui is a dream of many and no one wants to spend more on their vacation than they have to. That’s why we’ve put together our Top 12 Ways To Save Money On Your Maui Vacation. If you’ve dreamed of coming to Maui and you’re ready to pull the trigger then you’ll want to start here with these money saving tips!
1. Travel during low or shoulder seasons
Avoiding peak or high season can offer some real saving advantages. Aside from the bonus fact that the island will be less populated during low or shoulder season allowing you to avoid the crowds, the significant savings will really add up. Airline prices will be lower as well as accommodation rates. Our low season aka Summer Value Season starts in mid April and carries through the end of October, with our ‘shoulder’ or Fall season running November to mid December. Lots of time to plan within to save $$
2. Book a condo for your lodging
If you’re here on our website, then you’ve already discovered the advantage of booking a condo for your Maui vacation. The advantages of having a fully equipped condo is like having a home away from home – chock full of all the amenities you would expect in your own home. With our full kitchen you can cater your meal budget to eating in or dining out or any combination of the two. Depending on the location, condo rates can be vastly cheaper than resort rates. We strive to keep our rates low and yet offer all the comforts of your own home, just in Paradise! We offer free parking and because we’re within walking distance of just about every thing you could need you’ll save gas money on getting around.
3. Book direct
Middlemen always want their financial cut, vendors and suppliers have to increase their rates to cover these expenses. When you book direct you have the added satisfaction of saving middlemen fees. This can be true not only for condo rentals, but for local car rental or local activities. You’ll NEVER pay a booking or ‘convenience’ fee when you book direct with us. Here’s an example of fees charged by vacation rental booking sites
Fellow vacation rental owner Dan O’Connor has written a great blog post on how to save money by avoiding booking fees that truly do not offer any added value to the renter.
4. Eat In
With a full kitchen outfitted with brand new top end appliances and every kitchen gadget we could think of there’s no need to eat out every meal. Shop the local grocery stores and prepare your own budget friendly meals. Attached to the house keys you’ll find our local grocery store discount cards. Present them at check-out at the grocery store for added local’s only savings. We offer a nice sized Igloo cooler so that you can pack your snacks and lunches for the day saving you money by not eating out.
5. Happy Hours
If you do want to eat out, take advantage of happy hour pricing. Most restaurants offer great deals during happy hour for both eats and drinks. For example, right next door at Fred’s Mexican Cafe Happy Hour Tuesday Taco deal along with an order of guacamole and chips is very filling. Plus their gigantic Margaritas are delish and for an added BONUS you can request a table on the patio and watch sunset. We’ve also had some amazing Mai Tai’s and pupus (appetizers) at Monkeypod Kitchen during their Happy Hour when they offer 1/2 off select drinks and appetizers/pizzas. Read more about Monkeypod’s Mai Tai’s here.
Leverage the discounts available from these two discount sites. Pay in advance for your activities or gear rental. You can also search online for discounts. Be sure to call vendors direct to make sure you’re getting the best deals.
7. Free activities
There’s truly no shortage of activities on Maui and many can be done for free or very low cost. When our son was young we loved Geocaching together. Who doesn’t love a treasure hunt! Maui has literally dozens of hidden Geocahces of all sizes. Membership is free and often you’ll only need your Smart Phone to find them.
What a great way to discover the island doing a day of treasure hunting (as with all actives, please play it safe and respect private property and Maui’s ecology). Maui hosts a few wonderful museums as well. Discover all you can about Maui history and culture. Fancy hiking? There are wonderful hikes to discover in Maui from the southern lava fields near La Perouse Bay to the Iao Valley in the West Maui Mountains and every waterfall in between. A list of great hikes can be found in the Maui Guidebook as suggested in a previous post. Of course beach hopping is free and we provide as a courtesy to our guests, all the necessary gear for a day at the beach including snorkel sets, cooler, beach chairs, umbrella and more.
8. Put your membership cards to work
If you’re a member of AAA, AARP, are a student or have a military ID, put your memberships to work and ask for discounts at venues that charge admission. Bring your National Park membership or Senior Pass with you and use it for Haleakala National Park.
9. Travel light
No need to pack a lot and pay for checked luggage. We offer an ensuite washer and dryer for your convenience so you’ll find that you can pack all you need in a carry-on. We’ll cover in a separate post how to pack for Maui but the general rule is that you’ll only ever wear half of what you bring, and ‘take twice as much money and half as much clothing’ is a popular tip given to Maui travelers.
10. Plan in advance
This may seem pretty obvious to most. As a former travel agent I’ve found that many don’t know that there are savings to be had by buying your tickets 14 or 21 days in advance. With an island destination, savings can be had by even booking further out than that. Most of our guests plan months in advance. Booking too far out can cost more and booking too close in can also raise the price. There’s a ‘Goldilocks’ time frame that’s ‘Just Right’ and that leads to our next tip…
11. Sign up for Airline alerts
We’ve signed up to get fare alerts from Virgin (Alaska), Hawaiian Airlines and so on so that we know when they’re running their airfare specials. Signing up for alerts from flight tracking sites such as Skiplagged or Google flights can keep you in the loop of when fares are lower.
12. Car rental on a shoestring
A car isn’t absolutely necessary on Maui and clever and frugal travelers can get by with public transportation, however if you want to get around to more out-of-the-way spots on the island and you have a limited number of days, then a car is a must. Spending a little extra time making some phone calls or internet inquiries will save you some hard earned dollars. Try a few of the local car rental companies and check their prices. Our FAVORITE local car rental company is Kihei Rent A Car. Their value cannot be beat. We’ve also heard good things about Maui Cruisers and Maui Bio Beetle. Other options are Priceline, where you can name your lowest offer price and it might be accepted is the price is right. Pick the smallest car you can to accommodate your family. If you, your family and all of your luggage will fit in a small economy car then you’re sure to get better gas mileage. Gas is much more expensive in Maui than it is on the Mainland.
Splurge On What Matters Most To You, Skimp On The Rest. Make your bucket list and decide what things that you want to do and can afford to do. These are the things that you should splurge on. Plan a few indulgences and use the savings on the items above to allow you to splurge on your one or two big ticket or more memorable items while on Maui like a day at the spa, an upgrade to a convertible or Jeep or a fantastic golf package.
I spent may years packing a tent and camping gear to Maui and sleeping on the sand at Papalua Beach Campground because I was truly on a strict budget. I’m certainly dating myself as this was back in the days that you could still check two bags for free. One day I’ll write another post of our camping adventures on a true shoestring budget!
We’ve put together The Ultimate Maui Farmers Market Guide. Your island guide and a map of Maui Farmers Markets to help you find the freshest, locally grown fruits and vegetables while visiting Maui.
Knowing how to shop like a local will enable you to cook the best island fresh meals made from locally grown and organic produce. And you’ll be supporting the local community and eating the freshest island grown ingredients! Maui is blessed with a year round growing climate and though some fruits and veggies do have seasons, you’ll always find something unique and exciting to try!
One of the reasons our guests stay at a fully equipped condo is to enjoy a few meals in. Our condo is just steps to the two gas BBQ grills available and we’ve just installed a brand new 5-burner gas cooking range and offer every imaginable kitchen gadget to prepare your island style meals.
All Farmers Markets are also listed on our Maui Events Calendar should you wish to see Farmers Markets listed by a particular day of the week.
Located on the north side of Kihei near Sugar Beach. This is an ongoing market open most days and serving up lots of local style fresh produce, baked items, hummus, cheese and more. Most days you can buy a cold, fresh coconut, opened with a machete to order and sip right out of a straw! Best stuff ever! One item not to miss from this and the Lahaina sister farmers market is the Lilikoi Cream Cheese. Lilikoi is passion fruit and supposedly this is the best on the island. Try it on a bagel, fresh banana bread or homemade French Toast!
While you won’t find everything you might find at another Farmers Market, you will find the most diverse selection of fruit at Yee’s Orchard. Yee’s has been selling and growing their own varieties of fruit for over 60 years. Their mango selection can’t be beat! They get my vote for most delicious!
The center courtyard of this central Maui mall is transformed into a local-style farmers market three days a week. You’ll find an array of locally grown fruits and veggies as well as other farmers market fare.
Days: Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday
Times: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: Queen Ka’ahumanu Center 275 West Ka’ahumanu Avenue Kahului, HI 96732
This is the quintessential outdoor Maui market. You’ll find everything here from craft goods to t-shirts to souvenirs and more. Along the back row of vendors you’ll find tons of locally grown food. This is a great market and so much more than a ‘swap meet’.
I haven’t tried this market yet but will soon. From their website they offer the following description; “Packed with energy and freshness – Hale Ku’ai is a training program that prepares members for employment in the retail of food items and produce. Most of the produce is marketed on the day it is delivered; and priced to be affordable to those who would not normally purchase fresh produce. The Open Market is intended to promote wellness. Come check us out…there is something for everyone.”
Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Times: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: 1977 Main Street Wailuku, Hawaii 96793
Kumu Farms
This small store sells a wide variety of local fresh fruits and veggies at reasonable prices.
Days: Most days, Closed Mondays
Times: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Location: 1670 Honoapiilani Hwy., Wailuku, HI 96793
This is another market I’ve not yet tried. From their website; “Our Country store vends locally grown organic produce and hand made gifts to the public providing meaningful work for our participants as it creates social integration within the greater Maui community.
The Country Store offers a bounty of fruits and vegetable to the participants, staff, and the local community.”
From their website; “The Napili Farmers Market offers fresh Maui-grown produce, as well as locally-made, unique products, such as Hawaiian honey, fresh juices, cultured macadamia nut spreads and dressing, along with handmade jewelry, artisan crafted organic kombucha, baked goodies, vegan sushi, hair clips, popsicles, cold pressed juices, essential oils, organic and naturally leavened bread, massage and live Hawaiian music!”
Days: Wednesdays & Saturdays
Times: 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Location: 4900 Honoapiilani Hwy, Lahaina, HI 96761
Nice stop on the way to Lahaina or after a morning of snorkeling at Mile Marker 14 (Oluwalu). Lots of fresh tropical fruit, cold coconut water, smoothies and more.
Days: 7 days
Times: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Location: 820 Oluwalu Village Rd, Lahaina, HI 96761
From the website; “What you will find at our market:“-Fresh locally grown organic produce -Coconut -Macadamia Nuts -Fresh Caught Fish -Tropical Flowers, Plants, & Trees -Maui Grown Coffee -Lilikoi Butter -Raw and Vegan prepared foods -Exotic prepared foods -Thai and Indian, Many new offerings weekly”
Days: Saturday (rain or shine)
Times: 7 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Location: 55 Kiopaa Street (Kulamalu Town Center), Pukalani, HI 96768
“Maui Nui Farm is a 40 acre farm in Kula, Maui on the slopes of Haleakala. The farm grows such crops as lettuce, zucchini, squash, brocolli, bok choy, bananas, papayas, strawberries, gold potatoes, avocadoes, and also flowers such as protea, tuberroses, gardenias, haliconia, water lilies, and orchids. There is always a selection of fresh produce available.“
From their website;“Kula Country Farm Stand is a happy place where our community and visitors alike to the island of Maui may enjoy one of the best views on the island, a little bit of conversation, and some of the freshest produce that will keep everyone coming back again and again. Famous for our Annual Fall Pumpkin Patch and our fresh strawberries picked daily and sold all year long, Kula Country Farm stand offers fruits and vegetables that are only locally grown and harvested fresh then stocked on the shelves daily.”
From their website; “Hana Farms is located on the lush north eastern coast of Maui, Hawaii, on the famous Hana Highway. We grow a large variety of exotic tropical fruits and spices and produce a variety of products made exclusively of local ingredients. We have developed a large local network of small suppliers all growing, harvesting, and processing fruit in our isolated tropical paradise. Our goal is to encourage and support our local agricultural entrepreneurs and the local economy by marketing and exporting locally grown and produced products.”
They are also quite famous for their 6 varieties of Banana Bread.
Hana Fresh Farm Stand From their website; “Freshly picked, certified organic vegetables and fruits from Hāna Fresh Farm are sold at the Farm Stand and are incorporated into our menus. Relax and enjoy your meal in the Farm Stand’s shady picnic area or take it with you to your own special spot.
Your purchases from the Farm Stand support the health and wellness of the Hāna community.”
From their website; “ONO Organic Farms of Maui, Hawaii is a family-owned and operated, certified organic, hand-picked, tropical fruit, coffee and cacao farm located along the world-famous “Road to Hana”, on the southeastern slopes of Haleakala volcano, on the Hawaiian island of Maui.”
Days: 7 Days
Times: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Location: At their roadside market next to the gas station in Hana town.
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What a great way to discover the island doing a day of treasure hunting (as with all actives, please play it safe and respect private property and Maui’s ecology). Maui hosts a few wonderful museums as well. Discover all you can about 
