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If you are ever looking to have a truly special meal that will likely take its place on your "best ever" top 5 list, I can almost guarantee that you will find it at Maui Bees. One of our local friends suggested that we all make a reservation for the Friday night farm-to-table dinner experience during our trip. It was easy to book on the website and note any dietary limitations during the reservation process. Prior to our visit, we received a call from Beau to confirm, who also noted that he would be our waiter for the evening. He said the farm is BYOB, so we picked up a few bottles of sparkling apple cider from the grocery store to enjoy with our meal. We arrived shortly before 4:00 and parked in the lot. I checked in at the gift shop, and Beau came out to meet us. He took us on a lovely tour of the "bee museum" where we learned more about bee behavior and searched for the queen in the wall panel hive. (We found her!) We also strolled through the sections of the farm to hear more about the sustainable cultivation process and got to say hello to two goats! When the tour had concluded, Beau brought us to a gorgeous long table to begin the meal. (He said he made the cute flower arrangements on the table, too!) Since it was just the six of us, we had a truly personalized experience. (I believe only 12 can book the dinners each Friday night, so even if others are there, it will still be very intimate.) At each place were menu cards so we knew what to expect for each of the mouthwatering 7 courses. Chef Katarina Tualemoso warmly welcomed all of us before the meal. It wasn't long until Chef Katarina and Beau brought the first course to the table: a crostini with apples, goat cheese, toasted mac nuts, Tahitian gooseberries, and summer honey. I know many places will say that their food is fresh, but these ingredients were clearly newly harvested and prepared shortly before arriving to our plates. This crostini was epically tasty, and we knew we were in for an amazing meal. Beau provided excellent service throughout the dinner, and even treated us to a few surprises along the way. (I'm not going to post any spoilers!) Our other courses were avocado and arugula salad, calabaza bisque, marlin, deconstructed GF gnocchi, venison (I had ahi instead), and mango citrus olive oil cake. I'll post a picture of the full menu for descriptions. Three standouts for me: the dragonfruit with the salad was so fresh. I am ruined for dragonfruit forever, as no dragonfruit will ever be able to come close to that freshness. The marlin was incredible. As a pescatarian for 25 years, I've eaten quite a lot of seafood. This marlin was one of the best fish dishes I've ever eaten. The steaks were so fresh, juicy, and flavorful. Finally, the olive oil cake was such a surprise. I'm usually not a huge olive oil cake fan, but the layers of flavor in this course with the delicate cake provided a perfect end to an amazing meal. Chef Katarina truly knows how to transform these beautiful ingredients into next-level dishes. There are a handful of moments in my life that have become my core snapshots that I return to in my mind to feel joy and peace. The image of looking out to the water and mountains at sunset, surrounded by people I love, while enjoying one of the best meals of my life will now be in my memory for always. I know this is an experience we will reminisce about for decades to come, and I'm so grateful to Maui Bees, Chef Katarina, and Beau for making the evening possible.
Oh my gosh! Our meal was amazing. Our service was amazing Chef Katarina Tualamoso food and presentation is amazing. Bo was our server. He was exceptional. We brought our own sparkling cider to go along with our meal. If you're in Maui, it's a meal of a lifetime. I brought some very dear friends, and they had an exceptional experience as well.
Be All You Can Bee Established in 2009, this Maui upcountry farm stand/apiary/café has been serving the community with their fresh produce, succulent honey, and baked goods. The Good: *Bee Museum on-site, which is free to visit *Gorgeous location with great views *Walk along the path and take a self-guided tour of the farm. *Their honey is amazingly good and so thick like caramel. They even have a summer blend and winter blend that are distinctively different in color and flavor. *The lady (owner?) who gave us a tour of the bee museum was really nice, informative, and stuck around to give us fun facts and answer any questions. *On-site Café (didn't try so can't comment) that serves a rotating mix of seasonal foods (e.g., bowls, tacos, and soup), as well as caffeineted beverages. The Meh: *Parking lot is tiny and a bit suspect. Be careful pulling in and backing out, as depending on the size of your vehicle, it can be tight to navigate. The Ugly: *The two young ladies running the counter were nice enough, but we literally had to stand there and stare at them while they finished their conversation about how Becky** totally hated on Sharon** and that's like a total bummer cuz now they both won't talk to me. Like, omg! TLDR: Nice spot to see some bees, grab some honey and tour the garden. Maybe even grab a drink or snack but that'll have to wait for #NextTimeGadget **Names have been changed to protect the innocent
Love this great Mom and Pop business. Store is easy to find and the honey is absolutely the best! All seasons honeys are lip smacking good. They also have sweets, produce and other tasty treats like focaccia sourdough. Great gifts for family and friends, try the turmeric sauerkraut! Yum! Stop by and enjoy a picnic on the farm and maybe reserve a table for the supreme farm to table dinner. Beautiful spot for photos too and you can see a panoramic view from their farm. Bring all your peeps whether locals or visitors. Fun place and staff are beyond friendly and kind.
My wife and I decided to take the short drive here from the Upcountry Farmers Market and we're glad we did. It's a wonderful place to visit! We were full from the Upcountry Farmers Market so I ordered a unique drink called Golden Hour. It had turmeric powder, steamed milk and honey. It was simple and delicious! We relaxed over the drink in a very relaxing shaded area with tables and chairs. Afterwards, we took a look at the very interesting and small bee museum which has an active hive within it. We saw the the beautiful garden at the back of the shop, flowers in bloom, and people going to and from the beehives out back wearing those sort of space age looking protective suits. The woman who made my drink was incredibly friendly as were all the people there. From the garden in the back you get an amazing view of Maui and islands in the distance. This is a wonderful place to visit!
This is a great spot upcountry to learn about bees, enjoy the garden, and get delicious honey. I come here whenever in Maui to get their winter and summer honey - delicious!
Lovely place for lunch or bee tour. I enjoy coming here for lunch and a hot tea with their fresh honey. I have had their quinoa bowl and their jasmine rice bowls and they are both delicious. My most recent bowl was the quinoa bowl that had a 6 minute egg, beets, carrots, sauerkraut and shoyu sauce. Delicious! After lunch I took a short self guided tour around their vegetable garden. In addition to bowls they often have delicious dessert on display such as pumpkin muffins or banana caramel pie. The staff here is friendly and helpful. Overall a lovely experience the two times I have been here.
I love this quaint honey farm- We had the best baked treats here- the hubby had an amazing latte and a chocolate chip cookie- I had an expresso and rosemary shortbread cookie-it was savory and I could have many more! This is definitely a stop if you are nearby. The honey is delicious too!
Take this tour! It was amazingly informational, beautifully situated in the kula farmland and oh yeah, honey!!!!! This was something off the beaten path but a real favorite for us adults and the kids.
We made the trek to Kula to see the bees, taste the honey, and have some delicious, healthy lunch; which included sweet potato and black bean tacos on homemade corn tortillas, served with a beautiful green side salad. We arrived shortly before 1 pm, which is when the kitchen closes. At about 1:00 we asked about ordering and Chef Ryan came out and said no problem with serving us - even at the last minute! What a guy! What a team! The honeys we sampled were amazing! I now see what all the buzz is about.... (Sorry for the corny joke). The variety that is produced strictly on site is almost like eating pure caramel. The other varieties (summer and winter) are produced in several properties, all on Maui within a short distance of the main site. They serve several different flavours of jun, which is like kombucha, but made with green tea and honey, rather than black tea and sugar. An acquired taste I think... I learned a lot and left with some really awesome honey!!! This is a great place to visit for a change of pace; in the hills instead of on the beach. Definitely worth the trip for us!
Stumbled upon this farm and I'm glad we did! We got some matcha latte with coconut milk and kombucha! The vibe and ambiance were lovely. They have a little bee museum and Rosie showed us the observation hive and talked to us about bees-- super cool! I'd love to do a tour when I come back to Maui! Definitely recommend to friends and family :)
We just visited and und unfortunately if we didn't just eat breakfast and didn't have a whole day planned in upcountry we would have eaten and bought some goods here. My review is based on the gorgeous view this place has and the vibe. We were warmly welcomed. Everything looked fresh! The menu that day looked like super tasty stuff we definitely would have ordered. Sadly we didn't have another day to head back that way otherwise I would have eaten and bought some goods there. Super cute place!! I'd recommend a visit!
Farm to table in the yummiest sense Started our visit at Maui Bees with a view of hives and an education of how the farm came to be, what plants they were harvesting that week.....they rotate crops and leverage all the best soils, compost & all organic to boot Then comes a 7-course dinner showcasing everything the gardens have to offer. The dishes were inspired & creative. The flavors were soul-warming & the sunset views couldn't be beat We'll be enjoying our summer honey & remembering our lovely visit
This quaint little place is up a side road in upcountry. They sell local honey, delicious homemade pastries, sauerkraut, some fresh produce. They have a menu also. The gentleman behind the counter came from Truckee California. We had a little in common since we live approx 50 min from Truckee. Nice little spot to stop at and enjoy a treat! read more
1 year ago
If you are ever looking to have a truly special meal that will likely take its place on your "best ever" top 5 list, I can almost guarantee that you will find it at Maui Bees. One of our local friends suggested that we all make a reservation for the Friday night farm-to-table dinner experience during our trip. It was easy to book on the website and note any dietary limitations during the reservation process. Prior to our visit, we received a call from Beau to confirm, who also noted that he would be our waiter for the evening. He said the farm is BYOB, so we picked up a few bottles of sparkling apple cider from the grocery store to enjoy with our meal. We arrived shortly before 4:00 and parked in the lot. I checked in at the gift shop, and Beau came out to meet us. He took us on a lovely tour of the "bee museum" where we learned more about bee behavior and searched for the queen in the wall panel hive. (We found her!) We also strolled through the sections of the farm to hear more about the sustainable cultivation process and got to say hello to two goats! When the tour had concluded, Beau brought us to a gorgeous long table to begin the meal. (He said he made the cute flower arrangements on the table, too!) Since it was just the six of us, we had a truly personalized experience. (I believe only 12 can book the dinners each Friday night, so even if others are there, it will still be very intimate.) At each place were menu cards so we knew what to expect for each of the mouthwatering 7 courses. Chef Katarina Tualemoso warmly welcomed all of us before the meal. It wasn't long until Chef Katarina and Beau brought the first course to the table: a crostini with apples, goat cheese, toasted mac nuts, Tahitian gooseberries, and summer honey. I know many places will say that their food is fresh, but these ingredients were clearly newly harvested and prepared shortly before arriving to our plates. This crostini was epically tasty, and we knew we were in for an amazing meal. Beau provided excellent service throughout the dinner, and even treated us to a few surprises along the way. (I'm not going to post any spoilers!) Our other courses were avocado and arugula salad, calabaza bisque, marlin, deconstructed GF gnocchi, venison (I had ahi instead), and mango citrus olive oil cake. I'll post a picture of the full menu for descriptions. Three standouts for me: the dragonfruit with the salad was so fresh. I am ruined for dragonfruit forever, as no dragonfruit will ever be able to come close to that freshness. The marlin was incredible. As a pescatarian for 25 years, I've eaten quite a lot of seafood. This marlin was one of the best fish dishes I've ever eaten. The steaks were so fresh, juicy, and flavorful. Finally, the olive oil cake was such a surprise. I'm usually not a huge olive oil cake fan, but the layers of flavor in this course with the delicate cake provided a perfect end to an amazing meal. Chef Katarina truly knows how to transform these beautiful ingredients into next-level dishes. There are a handful of moments in my life that have become my core snapshots that I return to in my mind to feel joy and peace. The image of looking out to the water and mountains at sunset, surrounded by people I love, while enjoying one of the best meals of my life will now be in my memory for always. I know this is an experience we will reminisce about for decades to come, and I'm so grateful to Maui Bees, Chef Katarina, and Beau for making the evening possible. read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
Oh my gosh! Our meal was amazing. Our service was amazing Chef Katarina Tualamoso food and presentation is amazing. Bo was our server. He was exceptional. We brought our own sparkling cider to go along with our meal. If you're in Maui, it's a meal of a lifetime. I brought some very dear friends, and they had an exceptional experience as well. read more
Be All You Can Bee Established in 2009, this Maui upcountry farm stand/apiary/café has been serving the community with their fresh produce, succulent honey, and baked goods. The Good: *Bee Museum on-site, which is free to visit *Gorgeous location with great views *Walk along the path and take a self-guided tour of the farm. *Their honey is amazingly good and so thick like caramel. They even have a summer blend and winter blend that are distinctively different in color and flavor. *The lady (owner?) who gave us a tour of the bee museum was really nice, informative, and stuck around to give us fun facts and answer any questions. *On-site Café (didn't try so can't comment) that serves a rotating mix of seasonal foods (e.g., bowls, tacos, and soup), as well as caffeineted beverages. The Meh: *Parking lot is tiny and a bit suspect. Be careful pulling in and backing out, as depending on the size of your vehicle, it can be tight to navigate. The Ugly: *The two young ladies running the counter were nice enough, but we literally had to stand there and stare at them while they finished their conversation about how Becky** totally hated on Sharon** and that's like a total bummer cuz now they both won't talk to me. Like, omg! TLDR: Nice spot to see some bees, grab some honey and tour the garden. Maybe even grab a drink or snack but that'll have to wait for #NextTimeGadget **Names have been changed to protect the innocent read more
Love this great Mom and Pop business. Store is easy to find and the honey is absolutely the best! All seasons honeys are lip smacking good. They also have sweets, produce and other tasty treats like focaccia sourdough. Great gifts for family and friends, try the turmeric sauerkraut! Yum! Stop by and enjoy a picnic on the farm and maybe reserve a table for the supreme farm to table dinner. Beautiful spot for photos too and you can see a panoramic view from their farm. Bring all your peeps whether locals or visitors. Fun place and staff are beyond friendly and kind. read more
2 years ago
My wife and I decided to take the short drive here from the Upcountry Farmers Market and we're glad we did. It's a wonderful place to visit! We were full from the Upcountry Farmers Market so I ordered a unique drink called Golden Hour. It had turmeric powder, steamed milk and honey. It was simple and delicious! We relaxed over the drink in a very relaxing shaded area with tables and chairs. Afterwards, we took a look at the very interesting and small bee museum which has an active hive within it. We saw the the beautiful garden at the back of the shop, flowers in bloom, and people going to and from the beehives out back wearing those sort of space age looking protective suits. The woman who made my drink was incredibly friendly as were all the people there. From the garden in the back you get an amazing view of Maui and islands in the distance. This is a wonderful place to visit! read more
2 years ago
This is a great spot upcountry to learn about bees, enjoy the garden, and get delicious honey. I come here whenever in Maui to get their winter and summer honey - delicious! read more
1 year ago
Lovely place for lunch or bee tour. I enjoy coming here for lunch and a hot tea with their fresh honey. I have had their quinoa bowl and their jasmine rice bowls and they are both delicious. My most recent bowl was the quinoa bowl that had a 6 minute egg, beets, carrots, sauerkraut and shoyu sauce. Delicious! After lunch I took a short self guided tour around their vegetable garden. In addition to bowls they often have delicious dessert on display such as pumpkin muffins or banana caramel pie. The staff here is friendly and helpful. Overall a lovely experience the two times I have been here. read more
3 years ago
I love this quaint honey farm- We had the best baked treats here- the hubby had an amazing latte and a chocolate chip cookie- I had an expresso and rosemary shortbread cookie-it was savory and I could have many more! This is definitely a stop if you are nearby. The honey is delicious too! read more
We made the trek to Kula to see the bees, taste the honey, and have some delicious, healthy lunch; which included sweet potato and black bean tacos on homemade corn tortillas, served with a beautiful green side salad. We arrived shortly before 1 pm, which is when the kitchen closes. At about 1:00 we asked about ordering and Chef Ryan came out and said no problem with serving us - even at the last minute! What a guy! What a team! The honeys we sampled were amazing! I now see what all the buzz is about.... (Sorry for the corny joke). The variety that is produced strictly on site is almost like eating pure caramel. The other varieties (summer and winter) are produced in several properties, all on Maui within a short distance of the main site. They serve several different flavours of jun, which is like kombucha, but made with green tea and honey, rather than black tea and sugar. An acquired taste I think... I learned a lot and left with some really awesome honey!!! This is a great place to visit for a change of pace; in the hills instead of on the beach. Definitely worth the trip for us! read more
3 years ago
Stumbled upon this farm and I'm glad we did! We got some matcha latte with coconut milk and kombucha! The vibe and ambiance were lovely. They have a little bee museum and Rosie showed us the observation hive and talked to us about bees-- super cool! I'd love to do a tour when I come back to Maui! Definitely recommend to friends and family :) read more
5 years ago
We just visited and und unfortunately if we didn't just eat breakfast and didn't have a whole day planned in upcountry we would have eaten and bought some goods here. My review is based on the gorgeous view this place has and the vibe. We were warmly welcomed. Everything looked fresh! The menu that day looked like super tasty stuff we definitely would have ordered. Sadly we didn't have another day to head back that way otherwise I would have eaten and bought some goods there. Super cute place!! I'd recommend a visit! read more
4 years ago
Farm to table in the yummiest sense Started our visit at Maui Bees with a view of hives and an education of how the farm came to be, what plants they were harvesting that week.....they rotate crops and leverage all the best soils, compost & all organic to boot Then comes a 7-course dinner showcasing everything the gardens have to offer. The dishes were inspired & creative. The flavors were soul-warming & the sunset views couldn't be beat We'll be enjoying our summer honey & remembering our lovely visit read more
2 years ago
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3 years ago
This is a review of the Maui Bees farm-to-table "Chef's Menu" dinner, and not the store that sells honey. If you're the type of diner that sits by their computer/phone at 8am on the 1st on the month so that you can book a dinner at a Michelin star restaurant, then the next time you're in Maui, you need to visit Maui Bees for their Chef's Menu dinner while you can still make a reservation just a few days in advance (before word spreads about what they're offering up here). It's not cheap ($215pp when we went 7/1/23), but it's an "event meal" and worth the splurge. The evening starts out with a quick tour of their bee museum and farm, and then you're seated for dinner. They don't have a beer/wine license, so if you enjoy wine with your dinner, be sure to bring your own wine (no corkage fees). We've been to many "farm-to-table" dinners before, but we've never sat for dinner a mere 5 feet from the farm where all of the vegetables were picked that morning. The food was great, and everything would have been considered a very nice meal. But (SPOILERS AHEAD), after the 4th course, we moved from the back area near the farm to a large patio overlooking one of the most stunning views on Maui! We enjoyed our remaining 3 courses, along with a sampling of 4 different honeys, while enjoying a majestic sunset. This second half of the meal clearly pushed the dinner from a nice farm-to-table Chef's Menu dinner to a meal that we'll be talking about years from now. I hope my pictures do justice to the view that we enjoyed while finishing up our meal. The entire staff is friendly and great at what they do. Do yourself a favor and treat yourself to the Chef's Menu dinner at Maui Bees (I think it's only offered Thur-Sat nights). read more
This honey is INSANE! Sweeten your tea or enjoy as is, this honey is perfectly crystallized goodness. I could eat this honey straight from the jar one spoon at a time. Ok, in all truthfulness, I have eaten this honey straight from the jar. IT'S THAT GOOD! Until we meet again, Maui Bees! read more
3 years ago
Where the best Upcountry bees hang out. Check out the hives, honey and the flowering gardens on the slopes of Haleakala. Great place for kids to learn about the important role bees play in the environment. read more
3 years ago
Lovely farmstead cafe. Their coffee is delicious (and I'm a coffee snob), the ambiance is friendly, and they carry a bunch of products from produce to sauerkraut, juices, and kombucha. The view from there is gorgeous. You can see down to the beach on the north side of the island. Behind the cafe is a small farm around which you can walk. Beautiful rows of veggies, fruit, herbs, and flowers. It is a slice of heaven. If I was staying closer to it, I'd have been there every day. read more
3 years ago
2 years ago
A hidden gem! Off the beaten path upcountry. Worth the adventure. The honey is wonderful. Ayla very helpful and welcoming. Stop in the museum and find the queen bee. Check out the events and programs they offer. read more
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Great Coffee and service. Toured the farm- great area to take a break! We enjoyed our time here. read more
6 years ago
Sweet breeze, beautiful view, organic treats and ultimate Grass Roots vibe. Everything they serve is within the 4 acres they call home; from candles to their tallow and salad, it's all harvested here. I'm presently enjoying their beet salad with manchego espuma and Mac nuts ($10) while sipping on delicious Jun ($7). Their peanut butter energy bar is silly good and as well as their produce and specialty products like tallow and maca chocolates read more
3 years ago
Super pleasant place! Great coffee with a lush view. It's off the beaten path and totally worth a stop. read more
4 years ago
Super cute farm with delicious honey and coffee drinks! My sister got a fantastic lavender latte that really tasted like there was fresh lavender in it. It's cool to walk around the beautiful farm and see all the fresh vegetables growing. They also have a little museum that was fun to go in and learn about the bees and how the farm works. I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a unique experience and a coffee drink while supporting a local farm! read more
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