Maryland tops Hawaii for millionaires

By Star-Advertiser staff
Article from: Star-Advertiser

You’re slightly more likely to meet a millionaire in Maryland than Hawaii, according to Phoenix Marketing International, a global marketing services firm.

The company issued its annual Global Wealth Monitor report that tracks affluent and high net worth households in the U.S., Canada and Europe.

The reports shows that about 7.22 percent of Maryland’s households are millionaires, compared to Hawaii’s 7.21 percent. Hawaii had led the rankings since 2008. Phoenix defines a millionaire household as one with $1 million or more in investable or liquid assets (excluding sponsored retirement plans and real estate).

Rounding out the top ten states in millionaires per population are New Jersey (7.19 percent), Connecticut (7.13 percent), Massachusetts (6.41 percent), Alaska (6.39 percent), Virginia (6.26 percent), New Hampshire (6.06 percent), California (6.01 percent), and the District of Columbia (5.88 percent).

“A few things are noteworthy from this year’s millionaire rankings,” said David Thompson, Managing Director of the Phoenix Global Wealth Monitor said in a news release. “First, this is the closest it’s ever been between the top two states. Second, all of the top ten states increased their millionaire ratios during the past year, which underscores that the richest states keep getting richer.”

Phoenix computes its data on the size of affluent and high net worth U.S. households on a mid-year to mid-year basis. As of the end of June, 2011, Phoenix estimates that the number of millionaires in the U.S. grew by 6.9 percent from the previous year, numbering some 5.9 million households.

Restaurant Week Wailea Returns

November 6 – 12, 2011

Back by popular demand, Wailea Resort is proud to announce the return of its very successful dinner promotion, “Restaurant Week Wailea”. This celebration of Wailea’s finest cuisine will take place at 16 participating resort restaurants throughout Wailea starting Sunday, November 6th, through Saturday, November 12th.

Wailea Resort has long been known for its award winning culinary talent, delectable restaurants and celebrity chefs; and have once again created some remarkable three course, pre-fixe menus for just $29*, $39* or $49* per person (*depending on the restaurant – beverages, tax and gratuity not included). Some restaurants have enhanced this promotion, by creating wine pairings to enjoy with your meal, at a very special price

“Restaurant Week Wailea continues to be a popular promotion for the restaurants and diners”, said Bud Pikrone, General Manager, Wailea Community Association. “Earlier this year in May, over $4,800 was raised from Restaurant Week Wailea for the Maui Food Bank and having it again this November is perfect timing to raise more money for the Maui Food Bank as the Holidays approach” said Pikrone.

Each participating restaurant has agreed to make a contribution to the Maui Food Bank for every pre-fixe entrée sold during Restaurant Week Wailea, as part of the resorts community giving.

This pre-fixe menu is not valid with any other discount, coupons or promotion being offered at participating restaurants. Diners may contact each restaurant direct for reservations, as advance reservations are strongly recommended or visit http://www.opentable.com for select restaurants* which offer online dinner reservations.

No tickets, passes or coupons needed ~ simply make your reservations and enjoy!

16 Wailea Resort restaurants are participating:

Capische?* (Hotel Wailea) (808) 879-2224
DUO Steak and Seafood (Four Seasons) (808) 874-8000
Gannon’s (Wailea Gold & Emerald Course) (808) 875-8080
Humuhumunukunukuapua’a (Grand Wailea) (808) 875-1234
Joe’s in Wailea (Wailea Tennis Club) (808) 875-7767
KAI Wailea (808) 875-1955
Kō* (Fairmont Kea Lani) (808) 875-4100
Longhi’s* (The Shops at Wailea) (808) 891-8883
Mala Wailea* (Wailea Marriott) (808) 875-9394
Matteo’s (808) 874-1234
Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman (808) 891-2322
Mulligan’s on the Blue (Wailea Blue Course) (808) 874-1131
Nick’s Fishmarket Maui* (Fairmont Kea Lani) (808) 879-7224
Pita Paradise Bistro Wailea (808) 879-7177
Ruth’s Chris Steak House* (The Shops at Wailea) (808) 874-8880
Tommy Bahamas* (The Shops at Wailea) (808) 875-9983

OR visit http://www.opentable.com to book reservations with participating restaurants*

* Participating restaurant offers online reservations through OpenTable.com. Reservations are free and confirmed instantly 24 hours a day. No phone calls, no waiting.

***Information courtesy of the Wailea Community Association

Maui Condo Council Annual Meeting, Building Trade Show

By Sonia Isotov
Article from: Mauinow.com

On November 10th, condominium managers, unit owners, property management firms, and building and construction professionals will all gather for the 4th Annual Seminar and Trade Show of the Condominium Council of Maui (CCM).

The theme of this year’s meeting is “Old Buildings-New Solutions: What Associations Need to Know” and the seminar portion of the meeting will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the King Kamehameha Golf Club above Waikapu.

Alongside the seminar, a vendor’s trade show will run from 8:10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch is provided.

Guest speakers include: Colin Murphy, Trinity; Rick Tanner, The Whaler at Kaanapali, Robert Barrett, Coastal Windows; and Christian Porter, Esq. and CCM Moderator, and others.

Seminar topics will include: engineering, architectural, plumbing, windows, insurance, finance, and more. Attendees will hear about some of the pit-falls of local association renovation projects, and how to protect, preserve and enhance property assets now. A question and answer period will be made available.

For more information, go to the Maui Condominium Council website.

Wailea Food & Wine Celebration
Annual Hui No‘eau benefit for arts education

Article from: The Maui Weekly

Join the Maui arts community and honorary chairs Jack and Carolyn Schaefer Gray for Hui No’eau Visual Arts Center’s fifth annual Wailea benefit in support of community arts education.

Upcountry-based Hui No’eau welcomes your participation in this year’s Wailea Food & Wine Celebration, a relaxing evening featuring Maui’s top chefs and vintners, a fine art and fine dining auction, entertainment, and the joyful company of artists and friends. The event, Li’ula i Wailea – Twilight at Wailea, will take place on Friday, Nov. 18, at Hotel Wailea, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Held in the hotel’s elegant Anuhea Room overlooking the koi pond and beautiful hotel grounds, guests will sample exceptional wines provided by Chambers & Chambers Wine Merchants and taste the best in Maui cuisine from the finest local restaurants and chefs. Enjoy great company and a relaxed atmosphere for a worthy cause.

Returning vintners from Grgich Hills Estate, Jordan Winery, Justin Vineyards & Winery and Shafer Vineyards will be joined by this year’s participating vintners from Peter Michael Winery, Pahlmeyer, Paul Hobbs Winery, Ramey Wine Cellars, Bergstrom Winery, Turley Wine Cellars and many more!

More than a beverage, wine is a work of art, capable of ever-changing complexity and beauty.

According to this esteemed group of vintners, wine tasting requires patience, awareness and practice. The act of “tasting” wine calls upon a range of considerations including sweetness, acid, tannin, body, flavor and finish. When paired with the incredible culinary creations of participating master chefs, the experience of tasting becomes an art form-and you’re the artist.

A veritable playground for foodies, this premier epicurean event will feature culinary creations from Maui’s top restaurants and chefs, each serving up a more ambitious dish than the next out of their makeshift booth-side kitchens.

With chefs from Capische?, five Palms Restaurant, MCC Culinary Academy and Spago Maui, Cuatro, Three’s Bar & Grill, Maui Culinary Academy and more, this year’s event promises food and wine of the highest caliber.

Guests will also have the opportunity to bid on fine art and fine-dining auction items, as well as tickets to an elegant four-course dinner catered by executive chef Jennifer Evetushick of Hali’imaile General Store and wine pairing by Chambers & Chambers for 18 at the hui’s historic Kaluanui Estate.

“This is the time to experiment and really come in with an open palate,” said Charles Fredy, advanced sommelier and certified specialist of wine at Chambers & Chambers Wine Merchants. “If you don’t like it, move on. Ask lots of questions and take advantage of the experts. Tell them what you’re about to eat and ask what they might pair it with. You will be so surprised with what you come away with.”

Tickets are $150, ($100 of which is tax deductible). Purchase tickets by Friday, Nov. 4, for a chance to win Ripeness Begins Corrupting Every Tree by Brad Brown, valued at $500.

Visit http://www.huinoeau.com to purchase tickets or call 572-6560

Halloween Round-Up: Saturday Through Monday

By Madeline Ziecker
Excerpt of Article from: Mauinow.com

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29

Paia

Maui Pranksters Costume Ball at Charley’s Restaurant. The ball starts at 10 p.m. Entrance is $5 with a costume and $10 without. Best his and hers costume will win $100 each.

Kihei

Devil’s Night Party at Ambrosia Martini Lounge. Starts 10 p.m. No cover for those in costume with music by DJ Decka, $2 off of all tequila and costume prizes.

Kahului

3-Night Halloween Party: Glo & GOREfest Costume Contest at Kahului Ale House. Starts 10 p.m, no cover. Glow sticks and glow-in-the-dark clothing encouraged. Scary movies will play on 30 TVs as fog layers the floor. Winner of the Kahului Best Costume Contest will collect $400. Halloween drink specials include $7 Glowing Ghost drinks, $5 Graveyard shots, $4 Candy Corn shots, $3 Freddy Krueger shots and $2 Trick-or-treat shots.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30

Kihei

Wild + Wicked Art Show & Costume Party at the Tiki Lounge. Starts 8 p.m. Art pieces will be sold in support of Plant A Wish Foundation.

Kahului

3-Night Halloween Party: Anythig GLOWS Masquerade Party at Kahului Ale House. Starts 10 p.m. $10 cover after 10 p.m. Featuring DJ Jamn J and DJ Blinky. Free body painting from 9-11 p.m. Halloween drink specials include $7 GHOSTinis, $5 Fried Brain shots, $4 Candy Corn shots, $3 Freddy Krueger shots and $2 Trick-or-Treat shots.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 31 – HALLOWEEN NIGHT

Paia

The New Mastersounds, Freeradicals Projekt, and DJ Boomshot at Charley’s Restaurant & Saloon. Starts 9 p.m. Sell-Out Expected – Buy Tickets In Advance.

Howl 1031 at Moana Bakery & Cafe. Starts 9 p.m. $20 cover. Costume and all-night DJ dance party. Cash prizes will be offered to the best dressed.
Kihei

Sexy & Scary at Ambrosia. Starts 10 p.m. DJ CIA, $4 “brain hemorrhage shots” and “spooky juice drinks” in house.

Halloween Night With DJ Slackin’ at the Tiki Lounge. Starts 10 p.m. will drink specials all night.

Halloween With MOTHxp at Three’s Bar & Grill. Starts 8 p.m. for all ages and at 10 p.m. for 21 & over.

Lahaina

Halloween “Back on Front” Keiki Costume Parade on Front St. Parade starts at 4:30 p.m. with Maui’s keiki in their best costumes.