Dim Sum And Then Some
Some people love the variety dim sum offers. For me, the beauty of dim sum is the rhythm, and Tim Ho Wan exceeded expectations. Read more
Nic’s Picks
Get fired up for lunch
I’m always on the lookout for great lunch deals since it’s hard to be out and about after 7 p.m. with a toddler in tow. I like places that give hearty helpings without skimping on quality or service, and Japanese-style yakiniku joint Han no Daidokoro did not disappoint. Read more
Ramen your way, Izakaya all day
My life consists of myriad dining daydreams. When new restaurants open, I add them to my mental list of places to eat, but excuses pile up: life is busy, the hype needs to die down first, I should give them time to train their servers and perfect the menu. Read more
‘Bo’-rn To Be Wild
My finger hovered over Boca-Rota ($27.95) on the Uncle Bo’s Pupu Bar & Grill menu. This appetizer has been a favorite of mine since my college days, when friends and I would have a girls night out at Uncle Bo’s on Kapahulu. Read more
Food, Fun For Everyone
Fall is arguably the best time of year. Not because of pumpkin spice but because football, baseball and basketball (and hockey, but I don’t indulge) converge into a trifecta of sports perfection. Read more
Spread a little bit of Aloha
Normally, my columns start with a brief intro, then work their way through the featured restaurant’s menu (apps, mains, desserts), and conclude with something witty or funny (hopefully). Read more
Want good Korean food? We ‘Gochu’
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
From Sushi to Szechuan Chicken
My favorite foodie, Crave editor Kelli Shiroma Braiotta, recently went to a media preview at Moonga Asian Bistro and shared some of her sushi haul with me — thank you, Kelli! Read more
Above the salt
“This looks like a Filipino person’s house,” my husband whispered as we ascended the stairs to Mana + Pua at SALT At Our Kakaako. Read more
Don't miss out on what's happening!
Stay in touch with top news, as it happens, conveniently in your email inbox. It's FREE!
By clicking to sign up, you agree to Star-Advertiser's and Google's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. This form is protected by reCAPTCHA.
Plum perfect
At just 15 months old, my daughter has already developed quite the palate — solely because my husband and I are too lazy to prep and puree separate meals and instead give her whatever we’re eating. Read more
Top of the pyramid
Tiny Pyramid Bistro + Pastry Bar at Na Lama Kukui is quite the hidden gem. Read more
This road house is the real deal
On a recent weekend, my family and I ventured to check out my old (but also new) college stomping grounds. Read more
Toast of the town
The food court on H Mart Kakaako’s second level is a dangerous game. Read more
Satisfying cravings in Kapolei
Whether at our Waterfront Plaza office or our Kapolei printing plant, there are no shortages of good eateries where I work. This means it’s pretty rare that I frequent the same place again and again. Read more
An itch you can scratch
Scratch Kitchen is known for its local-style take on Southern comfort food, and fans of the Kakaako location will be happy to know that some of those dishes made their way to its new brick-and-mortar in Kapolei. Read more
A family-friendly hall at the mall
Ah, the good, old days. I remember when Beer Lab HI was my go-to place for unique brews in the University area and at its now-closed Waipio location. Read more
A craving for Korean cuisine
The Korean Wave has been crashing on the shores of Hawaii for years now, and while the term normally refers to pop culture, I believe it’s transcended to include cuisine. Read more
Get a pizza this
There’s something about tomato sauce that I adore, so much so that it’s a staple in my family’s weekly meal prep: lasagna and pasta Read more
Coming Up AYCEs
I’m changing things up a bit this week by starting off with a question. When it comes to buffet, how do you pronounce it? My husband says “buh-fay” but I say “boo-fay” — like Phoebe Buffay from Friends. Read more
In Da Club
Dining at golf course restaurants is a rare occurrence for me. I tend to feel out of place. Read more
Fabulous Filipino fare
It’s taken me nearly a year to visit PESO, and I’m sorry I haven’t gone sooner Read more
Having trouble finding what you need? Try using our search feature.
Subscriber Favorites
Hawaii residents getting COVID vaccines are now the minority
Alert level, aviation code eased after Kilauea eruption stabilizes
Landon McNamara says Eddie’s presence guided him in winning surf title
Former President Bill Clinton hospitalized with fever
‘The Eddie’ surf competition stokes North Shore’s economy
Most Recent Stories
Topa Financial Center is sold to a Honolulu-based developer
Suspect charged in fatal burning of woman on subway
Former President Bill Clinton hospitalized with fever
Mangione pleads not guilty in New York state court appearance
Honolulu police setting up sobriety checkpoints
