Sakura Restaurant

A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: Sashimi Donburi ($19) Fare with flair is what you’ll find at Sakura Restaurant on Waialae Avenue, where brothers and co-owners Jun and Ryo Tsuchiya treat their guests like family and present traditional…

Grab-‘n-go delights that are dynamite

A classic withstands the test of time. The traditional Japanese bento is one such example; it’s still relevant in our day and age with its perfect blend of flavors and convenience. Mamaya understands the value of the bento, in fact,…

Fresh, lean & fit

More and more of us are getting into some kind of a fitness routine these days striving to get in shape and stay that way. And that’s a good thing. But while exercise is vital to your health and longevity,…

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…

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…

Go Bananas!

I love having the opportunity to dine out numerous times per week as a part of my job. You know, it’s a tough task to make room in your belly time and time again for new food adventures, but someone’s…

Issue April 7 – 13, 2013