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Living the “Hy” Life
IN TIMES OF UNCERTAINTY, ESPECIALLY IN THIS DAY AND AGE, SOCIETY GRAVITATES TO FAMILIARITY, SOMETHING THAT EXEMPLIFIES A TRACE OF “THE GOOD LIFE.” SO, JUST WHAT BREEDS COMFORT AND CONTINUITY WITH A TOUCH OF MAGNETIC APPEAL AND CHARM? HY’S STEAK HOUSE, OF COURSE. Situated within Waikiki Park Heights Hotel, guests are greeted by managers and…
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It Takes a Village to Feed a Family
WHEN NOTEWORTHY GUESTS, SUCH AS PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA AND FIRST LADY MICHELLE OBAMA, AS WELL AS THE LATE KING OF POP, MICHAEL JACKSON, HAVE DINED AT SEAFOOD VILLAGE CHINESE CUISINE — AND ARE FANS OF THIS LEGENDARY RESTAURANT — YOU KNOW IT HAS TO BE GOOD. PHOTOS NEAR THE ENTRANCE OF THE RESTAURANT COMMEMORATE THESE…
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Dainty Pastries Positively Pleasing
A pastry from Patisserie La Palme D’or isn’t just an indulgence for your taste buds. Each item is intricately and uniquely crafted. The mere act of sitting down at the table and looking at it — with your camera, if you are an avid fan of photographing memorable food experiences — becomes an act of…
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Tropics’ Revamped Menu Shoots to Thrill
Situated just a fork’s throw away from the picturesque golden sand and glittering waters of Waikiki Beach, Tropics Bar & Grill brings together extraordinary culinary inspirations with a relaxing open-air atmosphere and impeccable service. Located on the ground level of Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort’s Alii Tower, Tropics Bar & Grill serves up panoramic…
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Times They are A-Changin’ at Todai
Toru Makino is a legend in the dining scene, both here at home and across the globe. He opened Todai Restaurant, an upscale international sushi and seafood buffet establishment, in December 1999 in Waikiki and later ended up selling the eatery. Most recently, Makino reclaimed ownership of Todai, along with his business partner Han Kim,…
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An Amazing Journey, A Lasting Legacy
It all started back in December 1992 in a small hole-in-the-wall eatery on North School Street with savory morsels of garlic chicken cooking in a wok and a simple breakfast special, which nearly 20 years later catapulted Mitsu-Ken Okazu & Catering to the thriving local hot spot it is today. Best described by long-time patrons…
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A Contemporary Edge to Authentic Yakiniku Dining
Sizzling hot, 678 Hawaii brings a new dimension to the traditional Korean yakiniku-style of dining. With more than 250 locations in Korea, this contemporary and chic barbecue franchise has expanded to the U.S. and recently made its mark in the Islands last November. Since then, 678 Hawaii has been enticing patrons with its dedication to…
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A Gathering Place for Chinese Comfort Food
It’s 8 a.m. at Nice Day Chinese Seafood Restaurant in Liliha Square Shopping Plaza and loyal patrons have already formed a line at the pick-up window outside the restaurant, all to get their hands on the restaurant’s impressive selection of dim sum dishes that are available for takeout daily. Fast-forward to noon, and the buzz…
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Relish a World of Endless Possibilities
When you’re hungry, access to an all-you-can-eat buffet is phenomenal, then add a reasonable price to the equation, and you’re ready to stuff yourself to your heart’s content. Makino Chaya in Aiea’s Westridge Shopping Center dominates, as this renowned Japanese Seafood establishment boasts more than 100 items to feast on at the buffet line or…
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Celebrating 14 Years of Exceptional Fare, JJ Style
For JJ Luangkhot, owner and chef of JJ Bistro & French Pastry, his award-winning culinary practices are based on blending the exotic flavors of Laotian and French cuisine, all while impressing guests with the aesthetic appeal of exquisite presentation. Born and raised in Laos, Luangkhot creates each and every dish through inspiration and experimentation with…
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