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What better way to celebrate National Coffee Day (Sept. 29) than by enjoying a tasty immersive experience? Whether you prefer lattes, espressos, frappes or cold brews, here are a few places around Oahu where you can see what goes on behind the scenes to make this “brew”-tiful beverage. Read more
Looking for all-you-can-eat deals — especially ones featuring crab? Check out these mouthwatering buffets: Read more
When it comes to flavorful pasteles, Grandma’s Pasteles offers a version stemming from a family recipe. Read more
The weather’s been warm, considering it’s almost October. Here are some chilled treats to help you stay cool: Read more
International Coffee Day is Oct. 1 and Kai Coffee Hawaii is offering a special deal exclusively at its roastery on Kapahulu Avenue. Read more
When it comes to gatherings in Hawaii, the food table beats all other potlucks I’ve experienced in quantity and quality. Read more
I’m finally writing about sake. Why did it take me so long to write about wine made from rice? Although sake is referred to as “rice wine,” its brewing style more closely resembles beer. Read more
Lemongrass is an herb that grows well in tropical climates and is popular in Asian cuisines. Read more
When it comes to Stage Restaurant, the first thing I think of are the impeccable desserts, which look like works of art. Read more
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Fluffy, soft butter cake and fresh peaches are a match made in heaven. This butter cake is made using the reverse-creaming method (the dry ingredients are coated in fat before the wet ingredients are added), which makes for a supertender, melt-in-your-mouth cake. Read more
In addition to celebrating the star, sardines, these open-faced sandwiches should be a celebration of good bread and butter. Read more
The taste and appearance of corn grilled directly over a charcoal flame is unparalleled. The kernels become bright yellow, firm and plump, both smoky and sweet, speckled black, with bits of char. Read more
Late-summer plums, especially the small dark purple, yellow-fleshed ones called Italian prunes, are a delight. They are handy for cakes and tarts, but here, they are baked with an almond-scented, streusel-like topping. Read more
National Great American Potpie Day is Sept. 23, and these local eateries put their own spin on this classic dish. Whether you want a classic chicken protein or something more unique like scallops, we’ve got you covered with this week’s roundup. Read more
It might be hard to pronounce, but charcuterie (shar-koo-tree) boards are easy to assemble and delicious. Check out these gorgeous platters. Read more
East Honolulu attorney Fred Hu loves to cook for his wife, Marie, their three grown children and his large family. One of his favorite dishes is char siu chow funn (Chinese rice noodles with marinated pork). Read more
Serving authentic Peruvian cuisine with a touch of island flavor, El Gallo Food Truck has a notable logo of a rooster standing atop a mountain surrounded by blue waves. Read more
After a long day work (or as a pregame to dinner), enjoy these great happy hour spots. Read more
Negroni Week 2024 takes place until Sept. 22, and TableOne Hospitality’s award-winning Hawaii flagships, MARA Restaurant & Bar and Izakya 855-ALOHA, and Lahaina Noon at Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows are joining in on the action. Read more
On my list of favorite cuisines, Korean comes second only to Japanese (because if I don’t rank the food of my people as No. 1 what kind of Japanese would I be?). Read more
Istanbul Hawaii is not just a restaurant; it’s a heartfelt story of resilience, family and the transformative power of food. Read more
