On today’s show: We continue our five-part series exploring Kāʻanapali Beach Resort and the Hawaiʻi Food & Wine Festival, celebrating Maui’s beautiful coastline, hospitality, dining and culinary culture. Joining us are Fernando Melendez, Vice President of Food & Beverage at Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows; Phil Akeo, Director of Operations at Aqualani; Blake Moore, Vice President and General Manager of Teralani Sailing Charters; and Meghan Lee, Resort Manager at OUTRIGGER Kāʻanapali Beach Resort. They’ll share the flavors, ocean adventures and resort experiences that make Kāʻanapali a special destination. Plus, we’ll preview the 16th annual Hawaiʻi Food & Wine Festival, taking place October 23–25, 2026, featuring world-class chefs, wine and local ingredients that showcase the flavors of Hawaiʻi.
Visit KaanapaliResort.com for destination information and HawaiiFoodAndWineFestival.com for festival events and tickets.