Lite Bites
Saimin, poetry and memories
Shiro’s Saimin Haven honors its founder Franz Shiro “Mistah Saimin” Matsuo with a Founder’s Day special on Tuesday, April 9 – enjoy the Small Saimin with Garnishes for only 94 cents all day long. The dish is normally priced at $3.85, but Shiro, who passed away last May would’ve turned 94 last month, so the…
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It Takes a Village to Raise Big Flavors
From its appetizers, soups and salads to meat, seafood and noodle dishes, every menu item at Little Village Noodle House is a must-try. But before you place your order, be sure to look up at the chalk-board of about a dozen original, limited-time offerings. Among the recently added specials are Salt and Pepper Squid ($12.95),…
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Aki Amazes With Modern Fare
Japanese Restaurant Aki, located on the mauka side of the block between Ala Moana Center and Walmart, opened its doors last month offering delicious, modern Japanese cuisine in a welcoming, contemporary setting. As you walk in to the restaurant, to the right there’s a colorful floor-to-ceiling painting by Mirori Imai that brings a cheerful vibe…
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Royal Chinese Fare in Full Bloom
From when I was a little girl to now, Royal Garden Chinese Restaurant in Ala Moana Hotel continues to be one of my favorite Chinese restaurants. Known for its traditional Cantonese-, Hong Kong-style cooking, Royal Garden also has a reputation for serving food that is fresh, delicious, creative and beautifully presented. The restaurant itself is…
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Find “Shelter” in These Creature Comforts
Golden Palace Restaurant in Chinatown introduces three new dishes for a limited time. Known for its Hong Kong-and Southern China-style cuisine, the landmark eatery located next to Bank of Hawaii has been a longtime local favorite. Available for about a month, guests can enjoy Typhoon Shelter Crab ($30), Cucumber with Lup Cheong ($7.95) and Curry…
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Cheers to An Anticipated Bar Menu
53 By The Sea introduces a new bar menu today and celebrates with all-night T’s Lounge happy hour specials starting at 4 p.m. (March 3 only). There also will be live music by Starr Kalahiki and Kit Eberbach from 6 to 9 p.m. and the Mango Season from 9:30 to 11:30 p.m. Located at the…
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Ho Ho Hits the Spot With Dim Sum and Desserts
Whether you’re on your way to work, a family gathering or a potluck with friends, stop by Ho Ho Chinese Cuisine for its convenient, dim sum to-go option. Located in Kapolei, the restaurant has been open for about 10 years serving delicious traditional Cantonese-style food. The dim sum counter is available for take-out only and…
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A Food Truck With Island Flair
Blue Water Shrimp and Seafood Company continues to grow with a new food truck conveniently parked at the corner of Kapahulu and Kaimuki Avenues (across from Crane Park). Known for its fresh fish and seafood plates at affordable prices, the new location will help to meet the needs of a growing following. The menu is…
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Breakfast for Lunch? The Veranda’s Got It
I’m not a morning person at all. So, if there’s ever a chance I can sleep in, maybe on the weekend or even a vacation, you can bet I’m doing just that. But when I’m finally up and going, breakfast menus have been put away and restaurants are serving lunch. So, it was nice to…
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Truly Exquisite Truffle Decadence
Chocolates for your valentine might not be the most original gift idea, but chocolate truffles that you made yourself, now that’s an extra sweet surprise. The Kahala Hotel & Resort presents a Sweet Surrender cooking class Saturday, Feb. 9 offering a hands-on culinary experience including a cooking demonstration by executive pastry chef Michael Moorhouse, who…
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