‘Bowl’ in One
Whether it’s fruit-filled acai bowls or fresh poke bowls, Ruka Bowls has you covered Read more
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‘Nacho’ Average Pupu
A popular snack prevalent at sports events and theaters, nachos are officially celebrated on Nov. 6 Read more
An Iconic Oasis
“Where exactly are we going?” my husband asked, about 30 minutes into the car ride Read more
The best is yet to ‘crumb’
“Don’t fill up on bread!” Oh, but when there’s taro rolls, focaccia, garlic knots or butter rolls before a meal, the struggle is real. These bread baskets are sure to satisfy: Read more
Something crispy
Nothing satisfies quite like a super crispy katsu. Whether you prefer chicken, pork or fish, here are some must-tries: Read more
Riding that ‘sugar high’
Dipped strawberries, stuffed apples, churro cheesecake … oh my! You’ll find these delectable goodies and more at Sugar HI Hawaii, an online business that pops up at the Plenty of Aloha farmers market at Windward Mall on Wednesdays and Sundays. Read more
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No ‘egg’-scuses
National Deviled Egg Day is coming up on Nov. 2. Here are some ‘egg’-cellent ways to celebrate: Read more
Authentic Burmese Cuisine
If you’re searching for a unique dining option, look no further than Aloha Burma, which offers authentic Burmese cuisine Read more
Revisiting an Epicurian Dream
Sitting just steps away from Waikiki Beach with scenic views of Diamond Head while at Azure Restaurant, I could almost pretend I was on vacation at The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort. Read more
This ‘n’ That
While several restaurants have expanded their locations, others have expanded their menus. Check out these options: Read more
Supreme Nachos
Lately I’ve been craving nachos — specifically, poke nachos. Here are some you have to try: Read more
A world of flavor
It seems like more eateries serving Indian cuisine have popped up around town — I’ve been to two different ones in the past week. Check out these flavorful options: Read more
A Quick Fix(e)
Prix-fixe menus are becoming more popular — and it’s easy to see why. They take the guesswork out of ordering, and you can try some of the eatery’s bestselling dishes. Check out these selections: Read more
‘Egg’-cellent options
Fun fact: World Egg Day is coming up Oct. 11, which coincides nicely with these egg dishes I’ve been recently craving. Don’t worry, these are available all year long. Read more
Have a ‘slice’ day
Whether you prefer cheese, pepperoni or anything in between, October is National Pizza Month, so these savory pies reign supreme: Read more
A taste of Morocco
Hats off to the servers at Leila Kaimuki for really knowing their stuff. I had no experience with Moroccan food prior to my dinner at this recently opened restaurant, but the staff recited the dishes’ descriptions numerous times and answered all of my questions without any hesitation. Read more
Late-night comfort food
If it’s after 9 p.m. and you’ve got the late-night munchies, not to worry — MOPS Central has you covered. The biz, which originated in 2020, has always been an evening food truck, according to owner Roger Bacla-an. Read more
Absolutely spec-taco-lar
National Taco Day used to be Oct. 4, but was recently changed to the first Tuesday of the month (to honor Taco Tuesday, of course). Looking to get your taco fix? Check out these flavorful options: Read more
Hawaii kine grindz
During a brief media trip to the Big Island, I stopped in both Hilo and Kona. Here are some highlights: Read more
Get a ‘pizza’ this
Inferno’s Pizza has been serving the late-night crowd since 2010. The biz, which caters to hungry customers after 10 p.m., is known for its Neapolitan-style pizzas. Read more
Buffet Your Way
Looking for all-you-can-eat deals — especially ones featuring crab? Check out these mouthwatering buffets: Read more
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