June 26, 2016
Fendu Boulangerie, Hoku's
In the world of carnivores, the latest craze is wagyu beef, one of the hottest imported items around that has been appearing in upscale yakiniku restaurants and top-notch steak houses here in the Islands. Wagyu translates to “Japanese cow,” and…
June 19, 2016
Pagoda Floating Restaurant, Sakura Terrace
To most folks, the mere mention of macadamia nuts evokes images of chocolate-covered treasures that are perfect for snacking on at home or throwing into a care package to send to loved ones and friends on the mainland. But to…
June 12, 2016
Bakery & Table, Hy's Steak House
When the silky, creamy texture of oysters comes together with butter, herbs and sauces, we all have something to be thankful for — and that’s exactly why I’m all fired up about Oysters Rockefeller. This baked treasure certainly is the…
June 5, 2016
Scratch Kitchen & Meatery, Shiro's Saimin Haven
If there’s one thing that brings food-enthusiasts together in the whole wide wondrous world of devilishly delicious foodie obsessions, it would have to be a shared love for crispy, fatty, salty strips of bacon — on anything and everything. Like…
May 29, 2016
Jade Dynasty Seafood Restaurant, Stage Restaurant
I recently had friends in town from the mainland who were surprised to see duck on the menu at so many of the local spots I took them to, seeing as they don’t have many eateries that feature the hearty…
May 22, 2016
Max's of Manila, Royal Garden Chinese Restaurant
Happy Sunday, Ono readers! I give you permission to call me the Nutty Professor this week, but it’s not because I’ll be doing wacky experiments like Eddie Murphy did in the movie. Instead, I’m going nuts with good eats —…
May 15, 2016
3660 On the Rise, JJ's Bistro & French Pastry
We all know what happens when any baby enters the room: Everyone gathers around the newborn with googly eyes, singing praises in their best baby voice and gushing over the little one’s cuteness. Well, I love adorable wee ones as…
May 8, 2016
Izakaya Restaurant Ko, Mac 24/7 Bar & Restaurant
Travelling is one of the best forms of inspiration, and I’m currently full of foodie flair from a trip I just took with my mom to visit my grandfather in London. While hopping over the pond, we were lucky enough…
May 1, 2016
Il Lupino, Orchids At Halekulani
For a dish as ubiquitous as eggs Benedict, not many people know the story behind this ultimate brunch specialty. Haven’t you ever wondered, who in the world is Benedict? I set out to find the answer to that food-history question,…
April 17, 2016
Far East Chop Suey, Sekiya's Restaurant
A huge component of living a healthy lifestyle is eating well, and today’s health-conscious foodies are always looking for the latest and greatest ways to go green. Kale has been all the rage for a while now, so I think…
