Soojung “Soo” Heu was always involved in the food and beverage industry. Growing up in Korea, she worked at her parent’s grocery store, which grew into a popular restaurant. When her parents were ready to retire, they took ownership of…
We have all seen the devastation that took place on Maui. So many people want to help but do not know what the best and most effective way to show support is. Chef Chai Chaowasaree reached out to leaders in…
La Mer at Halekulani Hotel is a place where people can have a one-of-a-kind, exquisite dining experience in Hawaii. Executive chef Alexandre Trancher brings a refreshing approach to French cuisine and implements lighter profiles, yet keeps that traditional French influence…
In 1939, Violet Kam, a special education teacher, created a program to help people recover from tuberculosis. Now, 84 years later, Lanakila Pacific has evolved into a resource that helps thousands of seniors and individuals with disabilities. It runs the…
For one exclusive night, The Kahala Hotel & Resort’s executive chef Jonathan Mizukami’s Huakai Chef Series ($295) returns to Hoku’s featuring one-starred Michelin chef/owner Rodney Wages of Avery in San Francisco. In Hawaiian, huakai means “to travel, voyage.” Chef Jonathan’s…
Anne Lee speaks with The Social Honolulu owner HUCK “ALPHA” KIM | Huck “Alpha” Kim is the food maker, owner, jet setter and janitor at The Social Honolulu. In 2012, he collaborated with a few other partners to open the…
ANNE LEE speaks with Malama Meals Oahu and Hideaway Café HI owner LAUREN SCHULTZ At the end of a long day, families and professionals wish a tasty, healthy meal would just magically appear. That’s exactly what Lauren Schultz envisioned when…
ANNE LEE speaks with Taqueria el Gallo Rosa owner/chef FAUSTO ANTONIO GARCIA Fausto Antonio Garcia has been passionate about cooking since he was a child. When the opportunity was presented to him, he took the leap of faith to move…
ANNE LEE with Podmore chef/owner ANTHONY RUSH Hawaii has many restaurants and bars near beautiful beaches. But where do you go when you want a non-tropical experience similar to one you would have in a major metropolitan city? You head…
ANNE LEE speaks with Mad Bene owners JIN HONG AND HENRY YOON Those from the East Coast know the word “mad” is commonly used to describe something that is “very” or “extreme” — and not in a negative way. The…