“There are no shortcuts through our fields. Highway 540 is the only access. Lost, needing help, isn’t an enjoyable vacation.” Kauai Coffee’s Twitter account advises potential visitors that there is, in fact, only one way in and out of the farm. But that is somewhat by design. When you drive up the road to the […]
Waikiki can be notoriously expensive when it comes to food. But for those of you looking for a deal, there are a number of delicious options. From musubis to burgers, we found these reasonably priced meals coming in at $15 or less. Here are the spots that should be on your radar. Under $15 The
When former President Obama dined at Alan Wong’s Honolulu, this was the dish he opted for. As served to the Obama—and to other diners in the restaurant—it is topped with gingered shrimp and garnished with additional sauces. The recipes for these can be found in chef Alan Wong’s book, The Blue Tomato. Chef Alan Wong
The Kapahulu staple, Rainbow Drive-In, opened its first new location in Kalihi early last month. The iconic diner, which serves island-style plate lunches, has been around since 1961 at its Kapahulu location, and gained national attention when it was featured on the Food Channel’s “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.” And, according to owner Jim Gusukuma, the
I was on an Upcountry Maui mission. There were specific places I wanted—no, needed—to stop on a whirlwind day exploring the island’s Kula district. I craved fresh cream puffs from Komoda Bakery in the cowboy town of Makawao. I had plans to stroll the fields of Alii Kula Lavender Farm, high up on the mist-kissed
In a city where the dining options are so plentiful and varied, these nine restaurants and popular dishes should be at the top of your list—and you don’t even have to leave Waikiki to find them. M.A.C. 24/7 Smoky and savory, this dish will win the heart of any eggs Benedict lover. Photo courtesy: M.A.C.
How does Hawaii like its mochi? Let us count the ways. No matter which culture these tasty tidbits are from, they’re made from sugar, rice and everything nice, and we’re into that. Here are some places on Oahu to get your local-style, Korean, Chinese, Japanese or Filipino mochi fix. Modern Colorful vegan options from Peace
On a corner in Kapaa, at a comfortable bar that was once Eastside Café, my taste buds are in a state of disbelief. “These are the best empanadas I’ve ever had,” I tell Erin Keller and José Cortez, husband-and-wife co-owners of The Local Kauai. And I’m not lying: Filled with purple Okinawan sweet potatoes, Hawaiian
Presented by: We invite you to experience a multicultural culinary journey that exemplifies the diversity found within the people and mana (spirit) of Hawaii. Our menus reflect the freshest and most indigenous ingredients available throughout the islands. Inspired by the beautiful flower of Oahu, the Pua Ilima, and the pure rain waters of the Koolau
Presented by: We invite you to experience a multicultural culinary journey that exemplifies the diversity found within the people and mana (spirit) of Hawaii. Our menus reflect the freshest and most indigenous ingredients available throughout the islands. Inspired by the beautiful flower of Oahu, the Pua Ilima, and the pure rain waters of the Koolau
If it’s 4 a.m. on a Friday morning, there’s a good chance chef Jeremy Solyn is hard at work in his kitchen. Not the one inside his house, but the one at nyloS restaurant—the intimate dining experience he founded on Maui’s north shore. The entire restaurant is a chef’s table dinner; there isn’t a
Duke’s mai tai is a visitor favorite, and now you can make the recipe at home. In this video, Duke’s Waikiki bartender Matthew Kamahele shows how to make the signature drink. The Duke’s Mai Tai recipe: .4 ounce orgeat syrup 1/2 ounce orange curacao 1/2 ounce gold rum 3 ounces fresh PPOG (pineapple, passion orange, guava) juice 1
