September 13, 2015
3660 On the Rise, Stage Restaurant
There is only one way to get through a summer as hot and muggy as this one and still have a morsel of vitality left. I’ll give you a hint: It’s even better than air conditioning and involves frozen desserts…
September 6, 2015
Paradise Seafood Market & Restaurant
Football season has officially kicked off, and I’m taking that as my cue to huddle up and map out the most important play for any game viewer: the tailgating spread! Throughout the years, I’ve come to the conclusion that if…
August 30, 2015
Gokoku Sushi, Miyako Restaurant
When we go out for a traditional meal — be it for a special occasion or otherwise — we’re doing much more than merely satisfying hunger pangs. There’s an intangible, but very special, nourishment that comes from connecting with time-honored…
August 23, 2015
At the very first sign of rain, one of the things I instantly love to do is get ahold of my favorite warm and snuggly foods that I can curl up with on the couch and savor with a good…
August 18, 2015
Azure Restaurant, Happy Days Chinese Restaurant
If you’ve ever seen an abalone shell, you know it is absolutely gorgeous. Often called opal of the sea, with iridescent shades of blue, purple and green, the shells are reminiscent of mother of pearl and are treasured both spiritually…
August 9, 2015
Fresco Italian, Japengo
Synonymous with comfort, loco mocos are invaluable ingredients in the recipe that makes up our melting pot of local favorites. With ohso-filling piles of rice topped with those consoling hamburger patties, rich brown gravy and a fabulous fried egg, has…
August 2, 2015
Mamaya, Rijo Restaurant
Every once in a while, our ordinary dining routines need a nice, big jolt of excitement to keep our taste buds interested. If you’re ready to spice things up at the dinner table, I’ve got just the dish for you.…
July 26, 2015
Mac 24/7 Bar & Restaurant, Wolfgang's Steakhouse
Cheerio, Ono readers! In the past few days, we’ve had a full-blown British invasion here at Dining Out. One of the greatest comfort foods of all time has made its way across the pond and into our tummies, and as…
July 19, 2015
Shiro's Saimin Haven, Yogurstory
As a food writer, I chat with restaurant owners, chefs and fellow foodies quite a bit. I often hear them describing those special comfort foods we all love to wolf down here in the Aloha State as “local-style” dishes. Earlier…
July 12, 2015
Fendu Boulangerie, Restaurant Epic
In a state that doesn’t define its seasons by snowfall and leaves that change colors, Hawaii’s dwellers turn to other signals to mark each time of year. Winter brings with it boisterous and barreling waves on the North Shore, while…
