Local Flavors... featuring
Maui is known for it's stunning beaches, challenging golf courses, and lush tropical climate, but perhaps its most heavenly treasures are the world class restaurants and inventive cuisine you'll find in every little town across the island. It is my hope to bring to you a variety of recipes courtesy of some of the best chefs on the island.
I'O, the swanky sister restaurant to neighboring pacific'O is located on a charming stretch of white sand beach. Award winning chef James MacDonald's creative take on traditional and local dishes alike makes this one of Maui's most popular dinner spots.
When dining with friends, we usually start with any number of inventive appetizers (the Thai Curry Asparagus Soup was featured in 'Bon Appetit'), then the "Totally Buff" (I'O's take on the caprese salad), and on to the fresh fish (available in a dazzling array of preparations). When I asked a friend who's a fantastic cook, what her favorite desert is on the island, she immediately responded, without hesitation, "the chocolate martini at I'O!"
We are fortunate to have Chef James McDonald share their delectable Chocolate Martini recipe with us:
INGREDIENTS
1 1/2 oz. Godiva White
1 1/2 oz. Godiva Black
1 oz. Vodka (of your choice)
Oreo Cookie
Chocolate syrup
METHOD
Crush cookie. Rim Glass with chocolate syrup and decorate as desired. Shake and pour into Oreo-rimmed glass with chocolate syrup swirled inside the glass.
Vanilla Vodka may also be substituted.
The I'O Chocolate Martini recipe is courtesy of I'O
www.iomaui.com
808-661-8422 • 505 Front Street • Lahaina • Hawaii