Everything I Ate in Maui - Part 2
Part 2 of everything I ate in Maui, Food Review
🍞 Cinnamon Role French Toast - 10/10
This wasn’t too sweet and was large enough for four of us to share. It was soft and flavorful. I really enjoyed the portuguése bread and the blubbery compote. @
🍩 Ube Mochi Malasadas - 10/10
This was my favorite thing I had in Maui honestly lol. We ate about six orders of these over the week because they were the perfect donut like snack and not too sweet. Super convenient and cheap.
🍔The Luna Burger - 9/10
I enjoyed how this patty was cooked and the sauce they added on it, but it was a little messy. The size was pretty decent as well
🍗 Satay chicken plate - 8/10
Thai mee up was our favorite food truck, by far. This dish was great as an appetizer but it could have used just a tad bit more salt.
🍪 Hula Cookies - 7/10
Another great pickup from the ABC store. They weren’t hot and fresh, but tasted pretty good for a pre packaged cookie that was convenient.
🧋 Iced ube latte - 7/10
Ube is a popular ingredient on this island and I tried it in solid forms, so why not in liquid form too? The flavor was good, but there was way too much ice so it was a bit watery towards the end
🍖 Huli Huli rib plate - 5/10
Ribs were seasoned with Lawrys so they were a bit salty but had some flavor. They were also pretty tough and should have been brined/ or brined longer to make them tender. The rice and veggies were bland.
🌭Alaskan Reindeer Sausage Sandwhich and Une. Chips - 5/10
I only took a taste of this sausage and it just wasn’t for me. Too greasy.
During my trip to Maui, I found that the local cuisine offers a rich variety of flavors, especially with popular island ingredients such as ube and Portuguese bread. One of my top picks was the Ube Mochi Malasadas, a perfect blend of chewy texture and subtle sweetness, making it an addictive snack for anyone visiting the island. These delightful treats showcase how Hawaiian food culture embraces traditional sweets with a twist. The Cinnamon Roll French Toast stood out by combining the softness of Portuguese bread with a slightly tangy blueberry compote, balancing sweetness and tartness beautifully. It was the perfect breakfast share for a group looking to start the day with something comforting yet unique to Maui. Maui’s food trucks are another treasure. The Satay chicken plate from Thai Mee Up was a flavorful appetizer, offering authentic Thai-inspired tastes with fresh ingredients. Food trucks in Maui are often where you find the heart of local flavors in casual, affordable servings, making them an essential part of any culinary adventure here. However, not all dishes struck a chord with me. The Huli Huli rib plate, although rich in flavor due to Lawry's seasoning, felt a bit too salty and the meat was tougher than expected, hinting it might have benefited from longer marination or brining. Similarly, the Alaskan Reindeer Sausage Sandwich was a bit too greasy for my liking, showing that not every fusion or imported flavor meshes perfectly with island tastes. Trying the iced ube latte was an interesting experience, as ube’s vibrant purple hue and subtly sweet taste made for an inviting beverage. Though the drink was a little watered down from too much ice, it added a refreshing complement to the heavier meals. While exploring Maui, don’t miss browsing the local ABC stores for convenient snack options like Hula Cookies, which might not be fresh out of the oven but still deliver a sweet treat for a quick bite. Overall, my culinary journey on Maui demonstrated how the island’s food highlights both fresh, local ingredients and diverse cultural influences, making every meal an adventure. Whether you’re indulging in comfort food classics or trendy snacks like ube mochi malasadas, Maui’s dishes tell a delicious story of its vibrant food scene.