November 9, 2014
Greens & Vines Raw Vegan Gourmet, GRYLT
I’ve always loved the holidays! The magnetic energy, festive cheer, warmth and love provoke the best kind of happiness this time of year. Yet, with the holidays come the biggest temptation, and somehow I believe I can eat everything in…
November 2, 2014
Kai Market
Overlooking a gorgeous infinity edge pool, with the glistening waters of Waikiki just beyond, the stunning view at Kai Market truly takes your breath (but thankfully not your appetite) away. Here, executive chef Darren Demaya creates dishes so divine, that…
November 2, 2014
Royal Palace Restaurant
Nestled within Stadium Mall right next to Ice Palace and across the street from Aloha Stadium, Royal Palace Restaurant stands out as an oasis of mouth-watering Chinese fare for kamaaina diners. While the eatery is not new to the area,…
November 2, 2014
Happy Days Chinese Restaurant
It’s no wonder people come from all over the island to feast at Happy Days Chinese Restaurant. Though the interior is spacious, what’s contained inside the Kaimuki eatery’s walls is a cozy retreat filled with smiling customers, chopsticks in hand,…
November 2, 2014
Eggs 'n Things
Known for its pancakes, crepes, and, of course, its eggs, Eggs ‘n Things has been pleasing palates since 1974. Even with such a legacy, the restaurant has hit its stride in the last few months. In March, it opened a…
November 2, 2014
Hung Won Seafood Restaurant, Ruth's Chris Steak House
Now that it’s November, the countdown to the holidays officially has begun. Are we feeling festive yet? ‘Tis the season for casseroles. There’s something so delightful about baking assorted ingredients together in a dish. As the oven’s heat works its…
October 26, 2014
Sanji Ramen
Mention the promise of free food and some people will do anything to get it, even if there is a catch. In the case of Sanji Ramen’s Hellfire Ramen Challenge, the catch is a very spicy one. Where does Hellfire…
October 26, 2014
Zia's Caffe
Since its opening in 2001, Zia’s Caffe in Kaneohe has been our go-to place for many special occasions. Conveniently located around the corner from our old office, we often celebrated co-workers’ birthdays there, or walked over as a group for…
October 26, 2014
New Eagle Cafe
Behold, the beautiful and versatile salad. From farm-fresh mixed greens to those of fancy fruits, and ones with noodles to those laden with creams — even some with Southern-style fried things — salads are a rare breed of cuisine quite…
October 26, 2014
Chukaya Sea Dragon Table
Ten years ago, Atsushi Fukuda moved to Hawaii from Tokyo, Japan, and began serving both traditional and local-style okazu and bentos out of his popular Usagiya booth at Shirokiya’s food court. While he has loved living in the Islands, over…