December 8, 2013
Kit n Kitchen
Kit Yiu’s foray into the culinary world started tearfully — while cutting onions. Working as a server in an Italian-Japanese restaurant 22 years ago, Kit made friends with the chef who brought Kit into the kitchen and immersed him in…
December 1, 2013
Canton Seafood Restaurant
With plates mounded high with mouthwatering favorites that arrive almost instantly at the table, it’s obvious how Chinese food lends itself to sharing and enjoying. No matter how handy you are with a pair of chopsticks, you and your lunch…
November 24, 2013
Kau Kau Grill
Ho’omakaukau — are you ready — for some finger-licking backyard-barbecue style grinds? Conveniently located right on Kapiolani Boulevard, Kau Kau Grill’s food truck is the spot to fire up your appetite for lunch. The sweet smoky smells of barbecue are…
November 17, 2013
Jade Dynasty Seafood Restaurant
Jade Dynasty Seafood Restaurant’s elegant, embellished interior and friendly, personalized service will remain the same — what’s on the menu will not. Of course, classic Chinese dishes have their place, but plates of the ubiquitous “same ole” just aren’t served.…
November 10, 2013
Asian Mix
Lately in the culinary-sphere, fusion foods have been forefront. Chefs are surfing the wave of trendy food mash-ups. Often their creations stand up (Hello, cronut!), but sometimes they wipe out — the results of which can be bewildering. However, we…
November 4, 2013
Camellia Buffet
For an empty stomach, a buffet is a welcome sight. An all-you-can-eat buffet is even better. What about an all-you-can-eat Korean yakiniku buffet? Well, like Camellia Buffet manager Kelly Park says, “If you like meat, this is meat heaven.” Camellia…
October 27, 2013
Brasserie Du Vin
Duck in from the bustle of Honolulu and tuck into French and Mediterranean flavors at Brasserie Du Vin, even if you only have a half hour. While the bistro’s menu is wine-friendly, a glass is not necessary come lunch time.…
October 20, 2013
Seafood Village Chinese Cuisine
“Do you like Chinese food?” asks Andy Ancog, executive general manager at Seafood Village. “It’s one of my favorites.” Try a few of the Chinese eatery’s classic lunchtime favorites, and you’ll soon be a fan too. Share these dishes among…
October 13, 2013
Panda Cuisine
Panda Cuisine’s morsels of dim sum will take you on a journey. The bite-sized stepping stones of flavor transport you to the various regions of China and beyond. Here are four types that will get you well on your way.…
October 6, 2013
Il Lupino
Dining alfresco at Il Lupino is a tranquil time to savor dolce far niente, named by Italians for the sweet act of doing nothing. Take a deep breath, listen to the chirping birds and watch the international mix of passersby…
