December 28, 2014
3660 On the Rise, Eggs 'n Things, Kahai Street Kitchen
The monthlong holiday festivities have come and gone. (Yes, like every year, I’m suffering from Christmas withdrawals and saying goodbye to my favorite time of year is never easy.) Yet, in place of merry holiday cheer are those good ‘ole…
December 21, 2014
Seoul Garden Yakiniku
When it comes to Korean yakiniku dining, we can all relate to the temptation of those bewitching savory, sweet and spicy aromas that flow into the air from table-top grills sizzling away with fresh meats. One whiff, and you’ve got…
December 21, 2014
Nabeya Maido
Enjoy cooking, but don’t feel like doing the legwork of preparing ingredients or cleaning up? Enter nabe, the traditional Japanese hot pot cuisine, where the dining room becomes the kitchen. Such is the case at Nabeya Maido. The eatery provides…
December 21, 2014
Nice Day Chinese Seafood Restaurant
Growing up, nothing was handed to me. I was the daughter of a military father, and the first rule I learned was that if I wanted something, I worked for it. One of my very first jobs as a teenager…
December 21, 2014
Cajun King
Tucked away in Windward City Shopping Center, Cajun King is quite an unusual catch. You just have to know where to look: It’s right next to Genki Sushi (where Joyful Garden used to be). When you arrive, you’ll be greeted…
December 21, 2014
Sakura Terrace
In celebration of the New Year, Sakura Terrace Japanese Cafe is offering a special Osechi menu, featuring an assortment of traditional foods eaten on New Year’s Day in Japan. Available for lunch and dinner from Jan. 1 to 7, the…
December 21, 2014
Hoku's, Scratch Kitchen & Meatery, Yogurstory
Mornings and I don’t mix. It’s hard enough waking up to my alarm during the week, so when the weekend rolls around, I take full advantage to soak up every last minute of precious sleep. My body clock usually wants…
December 15, 2014
Seafood Village Chinese Cuisine
Waikiki may be known as the tourist mecca of Oahu. But it’s also become “the” place to be when it comes to shopping and dining. With the opening of Urban Outfitters last week, H&M in March, and soon-to-come Saks Fifth…
December 15, 2014
Greens & Vines Raw Vegan Gourmet
Veganism. When you say that word to many, it’s as if you’re speaking another language. Although, I assure you, it is English! I think back to many a conversation, especially in those early days of the vegan revolution, when I…
December 14, 2014
Makino Chaya
Makino Chaya draws in patrons from near and far with its promise of an allyou-can-eat, seemingly endless buffet stocked with seafood. Restaurant president Jo Makino is responsible for concocting many of the delicious buffet items. A chef since he was…