News, notes, tidbits and personal observations from the Honolulu Star-Advertiser’s food-writing team provide sustenance for “Chew on This,” a new Honolulu Star-Advertiser blog.

Check in regularly for quick updates on new restaurants, cooking and shopping ideas, and easy everday recipes. “Chew on This” will be fed by staffers Joleen Oshiro, Michelle Ramos, Betty Shimabukuro and Erika Engle.

This is what we’ve been chewing on so far:

Bombay Palace, formerly Monsoon India, in Discovery Bay Center, now features Pakistani specialties as part of its regular menu.

Imran Khan recently bought and rebranded the restaurant, adding dishes from his homeland with the help of chef Gul “Kenny” Khan.

Try this: The Dhaniya Special, served above with huge shrimp, or lamb and chicken versions also are offered.

Uncle Clay’s House of Pure Aloha makes the trek from Aina Haina to Ala Moana Center to set up a pop-op shop at Blue Hawaii Surf from Friday to Sunday.

Try this: “Uncle Clay” Chang’s popular Strawberry Dream will be on the pop-up menu, and Chang will be in the house on Saturday.

His icy treats are known for their naturally flavored syrups and fresh fruit toppings.

Urban Bistro, in the new 808 Center on Sheridan Street, celebrated its grand opening Feb. 12.

The eatery is the first in Hawaii to institute a no-tip policy.

Try this: A perfectly grilled cauliflower steak ($7) served along herb-roasted tomatoes and dressed with a garlicky pesto sauce. The cauliflower is tender with a bit of its bite preserved; the flavorful pesto is nicely balanced with the tart tomatoes.