June 11, 2023
Island Sausage
Island Sausage is holding a hero’s feast for 2023’s high school graduates in the form of the Graduation Catering Package. For $300, Hawaii schools’ most recent alumni will be treated to orders of pupu-style sausages, teriyaki beef, Korean fried chicken…
June 11, 2023
Luna’s Tequila Bar
ANNE LEE speaks with area food and beverage director for Highgate Hawaii CHASE HEU What is a pop-up restaurant? We see them from time to time and I wanted to get perspective from my friend Chase Heu, who is the…
June 4, 2023
Aloha Awamori
In 2011, Randy Kuba visited the villages of Okinawa and brought awamori — a traditional alcoholic beverage — from various distillers to Hawaii. He was able to create a relationship with Taikoku Shuzo Awamori Distillery, and in 2013 Kuba Awamori…
June 4, 2023
Kapa Hale
Blending the best international culinary techniques with fresh local flavors, Kapa Hale “brings something a little different to Hawaii,” says executive chef Keaka Lee. Whether dining for a special occasion or brunch, lunch or dinner, the Kahala eatery promises to…
June 4, 2023
Plumeria Beach House
Known for its delicious spices and beautiful coloring, curry is a culinary favorite around the world. Now, Plumeria Beach House at The Kahala Hotel & Resort is paying homage to this Indian dish with its Hurry Curry Buffet. “The best…
June 4, 2023
Makana Lani
ANNE LEE speaks with Makana Lani’s owner LIZ HATA-WATANABE and executive chef ERWIN MANZANO One of the questions I often get asked is, “Where can I find a restaurant that offers really good food with ambience without breaking the bank?’…
May 28, 2023
Big City Diner
Big City Diner would like to help all 2023 graduates celebrate their momentous academic achievements with its Graduation Family Meal Deal Pack. “Big City Diner would like to congratulate the Class of 2023 and wish them the best of luck…
May 28, 2023
Stage Restaurant
Escape to another world with wonderful glasses of wine at Stage Restaurant’s Tasting Thursday ($90). Every second Thursday of the month, a master sommelier selects sophisticated wines, which are then purposefully paired with tapas by Stage’s chef. On Thursday, June…
May 28, 2023
Obento Rinka
Aiming to provide authentic Japanese bentos to the people of Hawaii, Obento Rinka provides a variety of grab-and-go-style bentos. Experienced kappo chefs from Japan take special care in curating the menu, ingredients and even the containers, putting in the extra…
May 28, 2023
The Cutlery
ANNE LEE speaks with The Cutlery’s executive chef RICKY MURAKAMI I was very curious how a barber shop and a steakhouse became one. It’s simple:You have an owner who needs a weekly haircut, another owner who has an affinity for…
