June 20, 2021
Hau Tree
ANNE LEE speaks with Private Label Collection founder JONATHAN MCMANUS The iconic 58-year-old Kaimana Beach Hotel was renovated during the pandemic by Jonathan McManus and his team. One of the magical touches of this hotel is the welcoming ocean breeze,…
June 13, 2021
The Other Side Diner, VEDGEco
ANNE LEE speaks with VEDGEco founder and CEO TREVOR HITCH and The Other Side Diner owner MARTY SIMJIAN The Other Side Diner is known for vegan-friendly options. With the amount of plant-based products owner Marty Simjian orders from VEDGEco, it…
June 6, 2021
Hau Tree Lanai, Purvé Donut Stop, Thrills Soft Serve
ANNE LEE speaks with Hawaii Health & Harm Reduction Center executive director HEATHER LUSK and Hau Tree beverage director JEN ACKRILL Hawaii Health & Harm Reduction Center has been around for more than 35 years. Carrying the torch of Life…
May 30, 2021
Duke’s Waikiki
ANNE LEE speaks with Duke’s Waikiki general manager KELI‘I GOUVEIA Tucked away under the iconic Duke’s Waikiki, you will find The Sandbar Beach Snacks. An extension of restaurant’s dining offerings, the concept was created to offer the convenience of grab-and-go…
May 23, 2021
FEAST by Jon Matsubara
ANNE LEE speaks with FEAST by Jon Matsubara chef/owner JON MATSUBARA FEAST by Jon Matsubara is tucked away in quaint Manoa, and is different than his other eateries, bringing fast-casual dining to fruition in the most delicious way. This week,…
May 16, 2021
Pizza Mamo
ANNE LEE speaks with Pizza Mamo partners MATTHEW RESICH, JONNY VASQUEZ AND DANNY KAAIALII Pizza Mamo sits in the previous Brick Fire Tavern location in historic Chinatown. Partners and pizza-lovers Matthew Resich, Danny Kaaialii and Jonny Vasquez wanted to build…
May 9, 2021
The Veranda
ANNE LEE speaks with Honolulu Mayor RICK BLANGIARDI AL: You selected The Veranda at The Kahala Hotel & Resort. Why did you choose this location? RB: This place has held wonderful memories for me. I used to come here when…
May 2, 2021
Vino Italian Tapas & Wine Bar
ANNE LEE speaks with master sommelier CHUCK FURUYA I had a chance to enjoy hand-selected wines that master sommelier Chuck Furuya paired with a great meal at Vino Italian Tapas & Wine Bar. In 1988, he became the 10th person…
April 25, 2021
Chicken In A Barrel BBQ
ANNE LEE speaks with Chicken In A Barrel BBQ general manager JACOB LOW Chicken In A Barrel BBQ in Wahiawa is a true family affair. Jacob Low serves as general manager, while parents Patrick and Jamie serve as owners of…
April 18, 2021
Vino Italian Tapas & Wine Bar
ANNE LEE speaks with owner/chef of DK Restaurants DK KODAMA DK Kodama of DK Restaurants shares with Dining Out readers the numerous fabulous menu items at his eateries, including some fresh seafood dishes and pasta plates at Vino Italian Tapas…
