LAHAINA WINE FIELD GUIDE
Sunset BBQ with Jack Arnold: Burgers, Mahi Mahi and Kapalua Sunsets on the Beach House Lawn
A 3.5-hour beachside barbecue hosted by Jack Arnold and The Ritz-Carlton Maui team featuring smoky grilled meats, island sides, and curated beverages—this guide explains what to expect and how the evening flows.
Sunset BBQ with Jack Arnold: Burgers, Mahi Mahi and Kapalua Sunsets on the Beach House Lawn.
Fire up the good vibes on the Beach House Lawn as Jack Arnold joins The Ritz-Carlton Maui’s Executive Sous Chef Joshua Werksman to close out the Kapalua Wine & Food Festival. The Sunset BBQ blends sizzling burgers, ribeye and skirt steak, Mahi Mahi, island sides and desserts with premium beverages and live music, all framed by sunset views from D.T. Fleming Beach.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Beach House Lawn at D.T. Fleming Beach
The event is staged on the Beach House Lawn with sunset views toward D.T. Fleming Beach, allowing guests to watch the sun drop while music and drinks accompany the evening.
Big-flavored BBQ and Signature Burgers
Expect a menu built around smoky grilled meats and island flavors: ribeye with a Maui coffee rub, skirt steak, Mahi Mahi with chermoula, a smashed burger with blue cheese and caramelized onions, plus salads, sides and stone-fruit desserts.
Premium Beverages and Festival Finish
Beverage offerings include Peroni, a selection of Stags’ Leap wines (Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Petite Sirah, Cabernet Sauvignon) and soft drinks—served alongside music as the festival draws to a close.
What the day feels like
What the evening feels like
Over roughly three and a half hours, the Sunset BBQ unfolds on the Beach House Lawn: arrival drinks and cornbread give way to composed salads and warm sides, then to an array of grilled mains—ribeye, skirt steak, Mahi Mahi and smashed burgers—finished with BBQ stone fruits and ice cream, all while guests sip beer, wine or soft drinks and watch the sky shift into night.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this evening suits—and what the supplied details do and do not state.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The Sunset BBQ runs for approximately 3.5 hours.
Gather on the Beach House Lawn for the event start.
Menus include starters, salads, warm sides, a lineup of BBQ mains (ribeye, skirt steak, Mahi Mahi, smashed burger), desserts, Peroni, Stags’ Leap wines and soft drinks.
No specific gear requirements were supplied; plan for a seaside evening—sun protection earlier, a light layer for after sunset, and any personal dietary notes to share with the operator.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the Sunset BBQ last?
The event duration is approximately 3.5 hours.
Where do guests meet for the event?
The meeting location is the Beach House Lawn.
Who is hosting the Sunset BBQ?
The Sunset BBQ features Jack Arnold alongside The Ritz-Carlton Maui’s Executive Sous Chef Joshua Werksman as part of the Kapalua Wine & Food Festival.
What is on the menu?
The menu includes arrival Piña Colada Mimosas and cornbread; salads such as crisp cabbage slaw, peach & heirloom tomato, and watermelon & feta; sides like jacket potatoes, roasted corn and fire-roasted Brussels sprouts; BBQ mains including ribeye, skirt steak, Mahi Mahi and a smashed burger; and BBQ stone-fruit dessert with mānuka honey ice cream.
Are beverages included and what are the drink options?
Beverage options listed include Peroni Nastro Azzurro, several Stags’ Leap wines (2024 Sauvignon Blanc, 2023 Chardonnay, 2022 Petite Sirah, 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon) and soft drinks.