While Hawaii may do its fair share of importing ingredients from far away places, the archipelago state does boast an impressive flavor profile of its own. Unique, tropical fruits and exotic ingredients are widespread, from high-end to hole-in-the-wall restaurants. So,…
The “M word” strikes again. Moderation: The avoidance of extremes. For a food enthusiast who wants to eat anything and everything, is that the answer to all of life’s daunting questions? If so, then that pesky “M word” is easier…
If you tell me that discipline and ultimate resistance are a “piece of cake,” then you’re telling the wrong person. Paying no attention to anything sugar-coated is almost impossible for my sweet tooth (duh!), but tempt me with cake —…
When you think about it, cup-cakes are the perfect dessert. Each individually sized treat is just enough to give in to your sweet tooth without having to be rolled out of the bakery, Violet Beauregarde style. Specializing in masterfully crafted…
By 4 a.m. each day, the bakers at Hokulani Bake Shop are already up and working — rolling dough, decorating sugar cookies by hand and whipping up their award-winning cupcakes. “We adhere to a strict quality of freshness,” explains Tushar…
TAKE A LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: PASSION AND GUAVA MARBLE WITH ORANGE CREAM CHEESE CUPCAKE ($3.50) Partake in the sweeter things in life at Hokulani Bake Shop, a leader in the island’s confectionary scene even before its win…
Whether it’s a special occasion or simply “just because,” you can always count on cup-cakes from Hokulani Bake Shop to bring a smile to your face. Since opening its first shop in Restaurant Row (Waterfront Plaza) in December 2005, owners…
Valentine’s Day is one of my favorite holidays. Not because I expect it to be saturated with any romantic moments, but because it begs to be celebrated with decadent sweets. As we head into the second month of the new…
With the holiday spirit in abundance, Hokulani Bake Shop has an array of festively decorated treats to fit the mood. Pumpkin Spice ($3.50) cupcakes are topped with cinnamon cream cheese frosting and colorful sprinkles. “This one was based off of…
Approximately seven years ago, Hokulani Bake Shop opened its doors and introduced to the public a delightful collection of handmade cupcakes made from only the purest ingredients. Since then, Hokulani has quickly grown to become one of the island’s top-rated…
