June 1, 2014
Restaurant Epic, Romano's Macaroni Grill, Zia's Caffe
Trips to the East Coast result in a blur of excitement, as well as more than enough food comas that could easily lead to a month-long period of hibernation. This is what happens each time I reunite with my Dad’s…
May 25, 2014
Hung Won Seafood Restaurant
TAKE A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: HONG KONG-STYLE ROAST DUCK ($24 FOR WHOLE, $12 FOR HALF) Hung Won Seafood Restaurant is one of the newest eateries to pop up in Kaimuki. With a drive to succeed and…
May 25, 2014
Chef Chai
The spaciously modern dining area at Chef Chai offers a contemporary look and feel. Light and glass accents of Swarovski crystal pendants, glass bubbles and chandeliers complement the casual elegance of this 4,100-square-foot establishment. Interior designer Sukamorn Chuen Yee also…
May 18, 2014
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
TAKE A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: RAMEN BURGER ($5.95) This eye-catching creation utilizes ramen noodles produced here in the Islands. A special cooking technique allows the noodles to remain soft enough to bite into, while still retaining…
May 18, 2014
Hy's Steak House
The defining element in Hawaii’s dining scene is its magnificent expansion of variety, where chefs are determined to succeed and new restaurants are eager to lure patrons in an instant. While the variety is enticing, however, dining enthusiasts more often…
May 18, 2014
Japengo, Ocean House
Looking back on my last few days spent in New York City, I just want to relive my dining experiences over and over again. Everything was amazing, from the enormous mile-high corned beef and pastrami sandwich at Carnegie Deli on…
May 11, 2014
Kau Kau Grill
TAKE A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: BARBECUE BABY BACK RIBS ($12 REGULAR, $8 MINI) It’s almost impossible to not notice Kau Kau Grill, the food truck with a very loyal following. After all, notes of endearment from…
May 11, 2014
Genki Sushi
Genki Sushi has always been a mecca of sorts for sushi purists. Aside from accentuating the flavor of the fish in its selections, the restaurant chain has also kept pace with the postmodern flair of innovative sushi concepts, as evidenced…
