We humans can be funny when it comes to food. Sometimes we know exactly what we’re craving, other times we revel in a variety of choices. Either way, Ho Ho Chinese Cuisine in Kapolei can make you happy. We’re talking…
There’s a certain warmth that accompanies a visit to an okazuya, or Japanese deli. It comes from the uncomplicated flavors that epitomize “home style” cooking. If you grew up in Hawaii, each selection and bite transports you back to some…
Lately in the culinary-sphere, fusion foods have been forefront. Chefs are surfing the wave of trendy food mash-ups. Often their creations stand up (Hello, cronut!), but sometimes they wipe out — the results of which can be bewildering. However, we…
By Serena Valdez A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: EGGS BENEDICT WITH SMOKED SALMON AND SPINACH ($13) For nearly 15 years, Zia’s Caffe has been serving delicious Italian cuisine to Kaneohe residents. Recently, owner Don Diamond created a…
One typically doesn’t think about carefully created cuisine coming out of a beach concession stand. Burgers, fries and plate lunches loaded with starch and gravy are what we have come to expect. That’s no longer the case. Barefoot Beach Cafe…
Upon entering Fendu Boulangerie, a specialty European-style bakery tucked in the heart of Manoa Marketplace, the doorbell jingle jangles cheerily, welcoming me into owner Niel Koep’s inner sanctum of sweets and savories. There is something happening here — you can…
Tucked away in the heart of Chinatown sits HASR Bistro, an establishment that vamps up traditional comfort food into cuisine that truly is astounding. From Seasonal Farm Greens to Grilled Australian Lamb Rack, HASR Bistro has it all, and what…
People are always surprised at how much my skinny, petite mother can eat. She loves buffets, and almost always I’ll catch people staring as she walks from the buffet line to our table with her heaping plates of food. I…
With epic views served up at every table coupled with unsurpassed cuisine and stellar service, The Signature Prime Steak & Seafood provides unforgettable experiences that take the restaurant to new culinary heights. Situated atop Ala Moana Hotel on the 36th…
A giant scoop of kettle corn … glossy strips of candied bacon. Or how about the first bite of a teri burger fresh off the grill? It simply doesn’t get better than sweet and savory food combinations. I can’t explain…