Opening of the Huihui Restaurant, as part of the $ 75 million upgrade to the Kā’anapali Beach Hotel

A new signature beachfront restaurant, Huihui, officially opened this week at Kā’anapali Beach Hotel. The completion is part of the first phase of the $ 75 million hotel property improvement project.

With an all-new menu designed by Executive Chef Tom Muromoto, a KBH veteran for over 20 years, Huihui offers unique Hawaiian dishes using fresh regional ingredients, emblematic of the island’s diversity across land and sea. , from micro-greens and ‘ulu to wild game, chicken and fish. At Huihui, Chef Muromoto presents a fresh take on traditional Hawaiian cuisine and cooking methods.

Huihui, meaning ‘constellation of stars’ or ‘join, mingle, mingle,’ the 5,000 square foot culinary venue serves as a gathering place for hotel guests and residents alike, providing a culinary experience relaxed with stunning ocean views.

The culinary venue also serves as a Travel Academy for guests and local students, paying homage to Hawaiian traditions, including classic island cuisine and cooking methods, and the long tradition of Hawaiian orientation.

“As a diver and fisherman, I like to spend as much time as possible outdoors and along the beaches. My cuisine, and therefore Huihui’s menu, will reflect the enduring Hawaiian connection between land and sea, ”said Chef Muromoto. “We look forward to nourishing our guests, body and soul, with our modern fusion cuisine and lively Hawaiian hospitality. “

The Huihui focuses on regional Hawaiian cuisine, offering modern versions of classic island dishes for all three meal periods. From micro-veg and Ê»ulu to venison, chicken and deep-sea fish, Huihui’s menu is representative of Hawaiian cuisine across land and sea and symbolizes the height of what the islands have to offer.

A special ‘Ê»lelo noÊ»eau’ will be written above each menu – unique for breakfast, lunch and dinner – introducing the inspiration and cohesion of this individual collection of dishes, setting the tone for the dining experience. to come up.

In the morning, you can enjoy a cup of Huihui’s signature coffee blend, specially designed by neighboring artisan roaster Maui ‘Oma Coffee, while enjoying signature dishes such as Poi French toast and Hikina (sunrise) bowl with cocoa and chia pudding, niu (coconut) mai’a (banana), macadamia nut with additional seasonal fruits and berries, or Huihui breakfast, chef’s twist on avocado toast with avocado Makawao, kāmano lomi (salted salmon with onion and tomato), marinated ogo (seaweed) and red onion with nÄ«oi (Hawaiian pepper) sauce, all accompanied by a collection of breads and pastries freshly made on site.

At lunchtime, dishes like the MolokaÊ»i Venison Burger and a Poke Holokai, a sailor’s poke with fresh ʻōpelu (mackerel), papaÊ»i (crab) and tobiko (fish roe), take center stage. stage, complemented by Short Rib Bao and Pepeiao (wood ear mushroom) fusion entrees and pork dumplings.

As the sun begins to set, Huihui will feature Pau Hana in the lounge, with a selection of light snacks served alongside the restaurant’s fascinating collection of locally inspired cocktails, such as Māmaki Old Fashioned, Liliko’i Mojito and Smoked Li Hing Margarita, and a food-friendly wine list, which includes menu suggestions for each bottle.

Dinner will feature traditional Hawaiian cooking methods such as New York steak and chicken kō’ala (barbecue) preparations, fresh catch of the day using the lāwalu method (wrapped in ti leaves and grilled) and Laulau Chef Muromoto’s signature with steamed pork, chicken and cod. lÅ«’au (taro leaf).

For dessert, diners can choose between Poi Malasadas with homemade macadamia nut ice cream or a Banana Bread Ice Cream Sandwich.

“As we seek to revitalize the Kā’anapali Beach Hotel while retaining its warm and enduring soul, Huihui is emblematic of our dedication to our Hawaiian roots,” said General Manager Mike White. “We look forward to welcoming travelers and locals alike to enjoy an authentically Hawaiian dining experience with compelling local cuisine, stunning views of Kā’anapali Beach, and design inspired by the long tradition of guidance. We believe Huihui will further solidify our place as Hawaii’s most Hawaiian hotel.

Huihui is open daily from 6.30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Its casual addition by the Welowelo pool is also open to the public.

Hōloi i ka Pōʻino o ka ʻĀina Blessing

The Kā’anapali Beach Hotel held a pre-inauguration blessing of the land where Huihui now stands. Entitled “Hōloi i ka Pōʻino o ka ʻĀina” which translates to “Cleanse the misfortune of the earth”, the spiritual ceremony was conducted by Kumu KaponoÊ»ai Molitau, with the aim of cleaning the earth of any negative energy that might be exposed before construction. .