December 2, 2012
Royal Garden Chinese Restaurant
If there’s one thing that can send vegetarians into a tizzy when dining out, it’s a simple little condiment called oyster sauce. There’s a bit of confusion, and many people, even in restaurants, actually believe there are no oysters used…
December 2, 2012
La Palme D'or
Patisserie La Palme D’or defines sweet decadence. Conveniently situated in Ala Moana Center, Patisserie La Palme D’or is best known for its Japanese pastry concept, which owner Hiromi Tanaka brought over from Mie, Japan. Tanaka hired Akiko Kimura as head…
December 2, 2012
Golden Palace Seafood Restaurant
Located in the heart of Chinatown, Golden Palace Seafood Restaurant serves traditional, authentic Hong Kong-style cuisine. Manager Gary Lam credits his father Howard Lam, owner and founder of Golden Palace, as the one who is behind much of the culinary…
December 2, 2012
Kenny's Restaurant
Let me just tell you, Kenny’s Restaurant has a salad option that goes way beyond lettuce and few veggie sprinklings. Kenny’s Chinese Chicken Salad ($11.45) is chock-full of tasty ingredients. As a top-seller of the 46 year-old Honolulu dining establishment,…
December 2, 2012
Wailana Coffee House
As of last week, 29,933 runners have signed up for this year’s Honolulu Marathon Dec. 9. But before they meet up for that grueling 26.2-mile run, runners often carbo-load in the days leading up to the race. Many of the…
December 2, 2012
M Nightclub
Dan Punch, general manager at M Nightlclub, wants people to know that the bright and modern night spot serves food as good as its martinis. If diners don’t know it yet, they will. The food, produced by executive chef Kawika…
December 2, 2012
The Mandalay
Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes at your favorite restaurant? Well, much credit goes to the many chefs, owners and managers who work diligently day in and day out to make sure Hawaii’s diners have a top-notch dining…
December 2, 2012
3660 On the Rise
There’s a little sweet tooth in all of us, and 3660 on the Rise has the perfect sweet ending to any meal, whether you’re a bread pudding purist or an ice cream fanatic. Chef de cuisine Lydell Leong shares three…
December 2, 2012
Hoku's, Panya Bistro & Bakery, Top of Waikiki
Happy Sunday, Ono readers! Get your sweet tooth ready because I’ve cracked the code on desserts! Yup! And you can bet your bottom dollar that panna cotta is one of the most exquisite, visually appealing, yet adaptable delights to ever…
