November 4, 2012
JJ's Bistro & French Pastry
A fusion of French and Laotian cuisine is intertwined into succulent works of art at JJ Bistro & French Pastry in the heart of Kaimuki on Waialae Avenue. Owner and chef JJ Luangkhot first opened the restaurant in Aiea in…
November 4, 2012
zPizza
Having emerged from its Southern California roots in Laguna Beach, Zpizza made Hawaii its home nearly four years ago. The first location made a name for itself at Ward Centers in 2008 with a second location popping up in Kailua…
November 4, 2012
Hoku's, Tropics Bar & Grill
Beef, it’s what’s for dinner! Yet, a carnivore’s biggest let down is a deceiving slab of onolicious meat that is, oh, so … tough. We’re talking a degree of toughness where your knife can’t even cut through it, and you…
October 28, 2012
Loco Moco Drive Inn
Moanalua Shopping Center is home to Loco Moco Drive Inn, the place to be for all of your local favorites — yes, this includes loco moco, of course. Owned and operated by Sheng Zhu, this most sought-after eatery opened its…
October 28, 2012
La Palme D'or
The countdown is on: three days to Halloween, 25 days to Thanksgiving and one patisserie to sweeten up the holiday season. Enter Patisserie La Palme D’or. Owner Hiromi Tanaka brought this Japanese pastry concept from Mie, Japan, to Ala Moana…
October 28, 2012
Asahi Grill, Kit n Kitchen, Shiro's Saimin Haven
It could be because I was born in the Year of the Ox, but I just can’t get enough of oxtail — oxtail soup, oxtail stew, oxtail saimin, you name it, I’m all over it. As a local culinary standby,…
October 21, 2012
3660 On the Rise
The exquisite sounds of jazz intermixed with the alluring flavors of Pacific Rim cuisine create the perfect marriage. So, let’s do the math: World-renowned saxophonist Michael Paulo plus one of Hawaii’s premier restaurants, 3660 on the Rise, equates to this…
October 21, 2012
Beach Bar
Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa has been the prime example of Hawaiian hospitality since it opened its doors in 1901. Regarded as “First Lady of Waikiki,” this historic landmark welcomes visitors and kamaaina alike back to yesteryear with…
October 21, 2012
Bali Steak & Seafood, Ocean House, Sam Choy's Breakfast Lunch & Crab
Nothing is richer than life’s sweet blessings! And being the dessert enthusiast that I am, when we’re talking about “sweet blessings,” we obviously mean bread pudding, of course! This dessert of all desserts utilizes the most modest ingredient ever —…
October 14, 2012
Osaka Ramen
Osaka Ramen, located in Pearl Kai Shopping Center in Aiea, is making a splash with its hearty ramen dishes, combination plates and more — all priced at great values that won’t break your pocketbook. Owners Michelle Huang and Zhen Wei…
