Ezogiku When you search for Ezogiku on Google Maps,  the restaurant is described as a "No frills Japanese noodle house".  Although a perfect description, many locals don't know about the long history behind this ramen restaurant.   Ezogiku Noodle Ramen 1980s Japan Originally opened in ...

Matsumoto Shave Ice As an iconic Oahu institution,  Matsumoto Shave Ice needs no introduction.   Originally opened in 1951 by Mamoru Matsumoto, the store serves up Hawaiian style "shave" ice with a variety of home made flavors and toppings to choose from. Prior to the pandemic, the line of ...

Alejandro's Mexican Food For as much culinary diversity as we have here in Hawaii, good Mexican food is still hard to find.  Sometimes you've had one too many plate lunches and just want some tacos.    Immigration into the islands has traditionally been from the Asian and Pacific Island ...