June 16, 2019
Located on the shoreline of Chesapeake Bay, an Atlantic estuary renowned for its dense blue crab population, Baltimore is a crucial city for crab commerce. When in Baltimore, it’s essential to partake in a longstanding food-centric tradition: eating crab. Steamed…
May 26, 2019
The delicious foods of the islands undoubtedly draw influence from cultures around the world. The sushi of Lahaina, inspired by Japan’s distinct sushi authority in Hawaii, is plated up fresh, skillfully, and with a local twist. Foodies can rejoice over…
May 12, 2019
Cafe Asia
A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: ALL YOU CAN EAT HOT POT (AYCE) If you’re looking for fun variety of eats, bring the gang down to Cafe Asia for tasty, filling eats and a good time. The must-try,…
May 5, 2019
Rokkaku Hamakatsu
A traditional Japanese restaurant, Rokkaku Hamakatsu specializes in Tonkatsu as well as various seasonal dishes. Ringer Hut, a Japanese corporation with more than 900 restaurants in Japan and Southeast Asia, owns the establishment. “Our concept is taking seasonal ingredients from…
May 5, 2019
Uncle's Fish Market & Grill
ANNE LEE speaks with founder BRUCE JOHNSON If you haven’t noticed yet, Pearl-ridge Center has been undergoing quite a few changes recently. Among one of the mall’s exciting revamps is a delicious addition to its Downtown phase, Uncle’s Fish Market…
March 31, 2019
Kozo Sushi
In 1972, Kozo Sushi opened its first store in Osaka, Japan. The fledgling sushi establishment filled a niche in the market, between an okazuya and a high-priced sushi bar. This innovative company soon expanded with locations throughout The Land of…
March 31, 2019
Stage Restaurant
ANNE LEE Speaks with executive chef RON DE GUZMAN Since 2007, Stage Restaurant has brought a one-of-a-kind dining experience to kamaaina and visitors to revel in. Situated on the second floor of the Honolulu Design Center, it is only fitting…
March 10, 2019
Fendu Boulangerie
A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: KIAWE SMOKED CHICKEN ($13.75) Niel Koep, owner of the charming Fendu Boulangerie bakery in quaint Manoa, began his culinary work in Manhattan baking for gourmet shops. He then moved to Hawaii in…
February 24, 2019
Waiolu Ocean Cuisine
Shoji Namatame, executive chef of Waiolu Ocean Cuisine at Trump International Hotel Waikiki, invites the public to feast on his wondrous culinary creations. Originally from Japan, Namatame has been with Waiolu Ocean Cuisine for the past 10 years. He has…
February 24, 2019
Akasaka
Yuko Akasaka has owned and managed the aptly named Akasaka restaurant throughout its four decades of serving Hawaii, and in addition to garnering praise from local diners and visitors alike, she has also earned worldwide notoriety by hosting dignitaries including…
