Pork with kale and dates, a perfect match
A fat and juicy pork chop will always shine on a dinner plate, and these are especially star-worthy. Read more
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This angry chicken will make you smile
Arrabbiata literally translates to “angry” in Italian. Don’t worry — the goal of this angry chicken is to make you just the opposite. Read more
Miso nice, you’ll eat this pork roast twice
This pork roast tastes and smells like the holidays, savory with the scent of rosemary, cozy with a caramelized crust and warming with black pepper. Read more
A glass for auld lang syne
Actress Maggie Smith once said, “The time onstage is easier than the rest of one’s existence. Read more
Don’t judge this book by its cover
I’ve loved books for as long as I can remember. Read more
A delicious dessert
I apologize from the start that this isn’t the typical easy recipe Read more
Step into 2025 as your best self
If you’re manifesting a healthier you in 2025, it starts with the right food to nourish and fuel your body. These businesses offer healthy options for you to enjoy without compromising taste. Read more
Let’s get this party started!
If you want everyone to love you at the party, here’s what you need to bring Read more
Bean there, done that
National bean day was on Jan 6. With so many different types of beans, you’ll never be short of options. Read more
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A pea-ceful salad
Black-eyed peas, eaten throughout the southern United States, especially around the new year, are not peas but members of the legume family. Read more
‘Ohana-style cooking
What started as small pop-up events in 2021 off Liliha Street in downtown Honolulu has blossomed into a thriving food truck in Kapolei. Read more
Raising the steaks
There’s something for the meat lovers out there to look forward to: Empire Steak House (1777 Ala Moana Blvd.) is opening a location in Waikiki on Jan. 11. Diners will find USDA prime steaks, fresh seafood, a world-class selection of wine and scotch, and warm hospitality. Read more
Go nuts for this pistachio martini
In Boston’s North End, the pistachio martini is a common menu item, made with pistachio liqueur and vanilla vodka and then garnished with chopped pistachios. Read more
Mochi Magic
Searching for a bit of good luck to get a jumpstart on the new year? Bite into the magic of mochi, a chewy rice cake traditionally eaten at the beginning of every year. These businesses offer more than one way to enjoy this treat. Read more
Taste the Stack
Occasionally I want to ditch the utensils and plates and enjoy my meal all in one hand. Read more
Baby corn, big taste
Baby corn usually plays a supporting role in stir-frys and salads, but it’s worth elevating it to a showcase spot. Read more
In full bloom
Pua Blooms has been flourishing since it opened in 2019. Read more
Who is the teacher you remember the most?
Back when my restaurant was open, I would ask a series of questions in meetings with the managers. Questions like: Who won last year’s World Series? Who won last year’s Nobel Peace Prize? Read more
A New Year coffee deal
Kai Coffee Hawaii has a special New Year’s Day treat for caffeine lovers: Coffee-themed fukubukuro, or lucky bags, will be available Jan. 1 at the café’s Waikiki Shopping Plaza location. Read more
Don’t be fooled, it’s okay to have a Favorite Son
“I hope you have some boy names ready!” That’s what the OB-GYN exclaimed in the delivery room as my mother was 10 centimeters dilated with me. Read more
Tofu-tally delicious green beans
This is a vegetarian recipe that even carnivores will love. It is a traditional Japanese side dish that uses common ingredients. The tofu sauce is tasty, and can be a great seasoning sauce for other greens such as spinach or chrysanthemum leaves. Read more
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