July 16, 2017
Il Lupino
Earlier this year, Heela Mottus, general manager of Il Lupino Trattoria & Wine Bar in Waikiki, enjoyed a rare adventure: an oenophile’s tour of Spain’s vineyards. The spectacular trip included visits to vineyards in Rias Baixas, Rioja, Andalusia and Malaga.…
July 16, 2017
J-shop
Step into J-Shop and it’s like you’ve landed in Japan and walked into a mini-mart stocked with Japanese stationary, magazines, gift items, beauty products and groceries — including snacks, fresh fruits and vegetables, meat and even a fish market. The…
July 16, 2017
Sakura Terrace, Uncle's Fish Market & Grill
When we think of sushi, images of classic nigiri with pristine slices of raw fish resting over precise mounds of vinegar-infused rice come to mind, as do thoughts of perfectly crafted maki rolls. In actuality, though, sushi comes in many…
July 9, 2017
Ramen Manichi
A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: MANICHI SPECIAL ORIGINAL RAMEN ($13.25) AND MANICHI GYOZA ($5.50 REGULAR, 50-PERCENT-OFF WITH COUPON UNTIL JULY 23) The kitchen wall at Ramen Manichi on Kona Street across from Ala Moana Center reads, “One…
July 9, 2017
The Mandalay
With little in the way of added garnishing or seasoning, Hakka-style Chinese cuisine seems deceptively simple at first glance. But with this particular culinary style, the focus is on texture enhancement and the development of savory flavors. One of the…
July 9, 2017
Sweet Home Cafe
The phrase “home-sweet-home” typically is associated with a place that has a special soft-spot in one’s heart. At Sweet Home Cafe, diners will feel exactly that after feasting on the restaurant’s heart-warming hot pot, which releases irresistible smells throughout the…
July 9, 2017
Seoul Garden Yakiniku
For authentic Korean fare that’s good for the “Seoul,” Seoul Garden is the perfect place to satisfy every member of the party. The restaurant is conveniently located on Kapiolani Boulevard, surrounded by Honolulu Convention Center, Ala Moana Center, Ala Moana…
July 9, 2017
100 Sails Restaurant & Bar
As part of Prince Waikiki hotel’s extensive renovations, the refreshed Muliwai Deck has been enhanced with the addition of Hinana Bar, as well as other amenities on the spacious gathering place, which is open to the public. This stunning space…
July 9, 2017
Stage Restaurant
In celebration of Bastille Day (a.k.a. French National Day), Stage Restaurant at Honolulu Design Center has prepared a special Bastille Day menu for Friday, July 14, featuring a three-course French-inspired dinner ($75) and supplemental wine pairing ($45). The event starts…
July 9, 2017
New Shilawon Korean Restaurant
New Shilawon Korean Restaurant is no doubt a hot spot for customers craving all-you-can-eat yakiniku. So patrons will be happy to hear that the restaurant recently launched a weekend special to offer its most-popular selection of meats at a lower…
