Last week, my post Seaside Tapas Under Kauai Skies introduced you to Nalu Kai’s new summer menu. The other day, my husband Dan and I got to taste it first hand. It was a lovely evening and the view combined with the service of the St. Regis Princeville Resort, made us feel like we were on vacation. Dan snapped some mouth-watering pictures so we could share them with you. Enjoy! Continue Reading →
Nalu Kai offers poolside dining overlooking Hanalei Bay. Daniel Lane photo
Nalu Kai is a hidden gem that’s only open from June through September. The casual, outdoor restaurant faces Hanalei Bay and is tucked along the pool of the St. Regis Resort. You wouldn’t know it was there unless you went through the hotel, and even then you might miss it. You don’t have to be a guest to enjoy the restaurant or complementary valet parking. Continue Reading →
Makana Terrace offers views of Mount Makana (seen in the upper left) and Hanalei Bay. In fact, all restaurants at the St. Regis Princeville do! Daniel Lane photo
The menus have changed at Makana Terrace, Nalu Kai and Kauai Grill, which are all located in the luxurious St. Regis Princeville. I’m excited to report that Nalu Kai is now offering their tapas menu, which is seasonal. You can learn more about Nalu Kai’s terrific tapas menu, which is enjoyed poolside, overlooking Hanalei Bay, in an article I wrote for MidWeek Kauai. I’ve also written about Makana Terrace and Kauai Grill before. Here are the recent menu changes and upcoming events for the St. Regis Princeville restaurants. If there’s no date, it’s because it’s still in the planning stages and, you know, I’ll share it when you when I get it!
Makana Terrace
Kauai Grill
Hawaiian Regional Cuisine pioneer Jean-Marie Josselin. Daniel Lane photo
On Kauai, Jean Marie Josselin is most remembered for his popular restaurant A Pacific Cafe, which flourished in the 90s, and was located in Kapaa. During that time, chefs of Hawaii were cooking with Asian flavors, European techniques, and sourcing from local farmers, ranchers and fishermen, which was unusual. Twelve chefs are credited with creating Hawaiian Regional Cuisine, and Jean Marie is the only one cooking on Kauai. Continue Reading →
