About Us
Our Story...
What’s in a name?
For Chris and Tarah, everything.
In January 2024, their long-held dream of opening a thoughtful, high-quality eatery on Maui came to life with Spoon & Key Market. Formerly known as The Market Maui, this reimagined space is the culmination of two chefs' passion for food, hospitality, and the memories we carry with us.
Chris and Tarah are both classically trained chefs with deep roots in fine dining and a shared love for thoughtful, ingredient-driven cuisine. Their combined experience spans coast to coast, but their vision found a home here in the middle of the Pacific: to create a space where elevated food and genuine hospitality meet.
The name Spoon & Key has its own story. On one of their first trips together through Italy, Chris and Tarah began collecting spoons and keys from each stop—a playful tradition that turned into a heartfelt memory (Chef Tarah came out on top, of course!). Over the years, those keepsakes became family treasures, especially once their daughter was born. Each holiday season, they hang those tiny tokens on their Christmas tree, turning memories into heirlooms.
Spoon & Key is a tribute to that spirit—of exploration, intention, and family. It’s a place where every detail tells a story, and every plate reflects the craft and care behind it.