April 5, 2015
Cake Works, Scratch Kitchen & Meatery
Happy Easter! No matter how you choose to spend this special day, it’s definitely a sign that spring has sprung! For the avid food enthusiasts who have been saving their appetites for Easter brunch, today is the day to splurge.…
March 29, 2015
Fendu Boulangerie
In the heart of Manoa Valley, Fendu Boulangerie is a neighborhood bakery that’s become a gathering place for those craving everything from European-style confections, including pastries, oven-baked pizzas, sandwiches and soups. The bake shop opened its doors for business in…
March 29, 2015
Seafood Village Chinese Cuisine
Situated on the lower level of Hyatt Regency Waikiki Resort and Spa is a hidden gem, boasting extravagant Hong Kong-style fare. Seafood Village Chinese Cuisine is an entity all its own, beckoning patrons from near and far, including many noteworthy…
March 29, 2015
Beachhouse at the Moana, Il Lupino
Few things tempt me more than a luscious slice of heaven: cheese-cake. Hands down, this sinful dessert always sends surges of goodness to my palate. The crust must be of perfect consistency, texture and taste (crumbly, but still intact), and…
March 23, 2015
Rijo Restaurant
There’s a new contemporary Japanese restaurant that’s popped up in the Islands, and it has been generating quite a buzz among Oahu’s dining culture. Rijo Restaurant opened Feb. 28 in the former Palomino space on the third floor of Harbor…
March 23, 2015
Ahi & Vegetable, Big City Diner
I’m on a poke binge. Just the mere thought of Hawaiian-seasoned raw tuna makes my mouth water. And since I’ve grown up with this stuff, it’s safe to say that poke is my go-to food memory that always brings me…
March 15, 2015
Sarento's Waikiki
Next time you’re in Waikiki, have your sights set on Sarento’s at the Top of the Ilikai, a fine-dining restaurant emanating casual elegance and charm. The restaurant, located on the 30th floor, opened in The Ilikai Hotel in 1994, with…
March 15, 2015
Little Village Noodle House, Pho My Lien
Let me dish to you, my OYK readers, about one food in particular: one that I rely on in times of sickness and health, times of ultimate hunger, and when in need of comfort and warmth. Right now, I have…
March 8, 2015
Jade Dynasty Seafood Restaurant
Take a seat at the King’s table at Jade Dynasty Seafood Restaurant, where the 8,000-square-foot dining area resembles one straight from a castle. Its mahogany walls, ornate crystal chandeliers and Chinese-style embellishments evoke dignified flair. And the culinary samplings? Well,…
March 8, 2015
Canton Seafood Restaurant, Stage Restaurant
Lately I’ve been in a bit of a rut. Every now and then, I fall into a vicious cycle of keeping myself extremely busy and not wanting to sleep (even though it’s clear that I need to). Practically having hit…
