Play It Up With Pesto!

Mention that one glorious word, pesto, and my mouth already begins to water. Perhaps, I have an affinity for this special sauce as I am part Italian, but there’s just something about this green stuff that’s just so saucy! Douse…

Issue March 24 – 30, 2013

Sushi King Continues to Reign Supreme

For more than two decades, Sushi King has occupied its throne as the go-to place for traditional, authentic Japanese cuisine — whether it’s for lunch, dinner or late-night cravings. Since opening its doors in 1992 at the convenient South King…

Tantalize Your Taste Buds at Monsoon India

BY MICHELLE LEE As the international food market continues to thrive in Hawaii, the world becomes smaller and smaller with thousands of different appetites intermingling on a daily basis. Recently, a cluster of Indian restaurants by the name of Monsoon…

Bask in Breakfast at Il Lupino

BY RACHEL BREIT We all know that Hawaii is a melting pot of different cultures, so it’s no wonder that Italian restaurant Il Lupino decided to take a famous local breakfast classic and put an Italian spin on it. While…

Dim Sum Delights That Touch the Heart

With so many great dining options that surround us daily, it’s easy to eat more than your stomach can handle. And this often means there’s no room left for dessert. But Jade Dynasty in Ala Moana Shopping Center offers Chinese-inspired…

Pagoda Floating Restaurant

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…

There’s More to Korean Food Than “Meats” the Eye

BY MICHELLE LEE Bring up the topic of Korean food among friends and fellow foodies and more times than not, what immediately comes to mind are the smells and sounds of sizzling, barbecued beef and pork atop a yakiniku grill.…

Warming Up With Sekiya’s

If there’s one word to describe what Sekiya’s Restaurant & Delicatessen is all about, it would have to be comfort. From the friendliness each staff member exudes to the coziness of a dish that feels like a home-cooked meal, it’s…

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…