For some reason after the pandemic, business close early.  People don’t stay out to shop, nor eat late.  Most businesses are dark around 8:30 p.m., leaving just a few options for those who get off work at that time.  If you enjoy dining late, here are a few places you may want to remember. Sam’s ...

Mother’s Day is certainly a special day to make moms feel appreciated. It can be a day of atonement for people who were difficult as children, or a day just to remind that special woman how much she continues to mean to us. If you’re planning to take her out this Sunday, these are a few spots that ...

On Monday, May 6, take a pause from your diet if you wish to celebrate International No Diet Day. That could mean one day of no intermittent fasting, no keto meals, no paleo options, or whatever it is that makes you hesitate from gorging down a double cheeseburger, supreme pizza with extra cheese, ...

Sunday brunch is always a nice way to round out the weekend.  Some brunches may be as simple as a plate of breakfast items, while others feature buffets that will make you forgo dinner that night.  The extended breakfast represents a time to enjoy the company of your loved ones while indulging in ...

Hawaii’s weather makes picnics possible all year round.  Whether it be a planned event with prepared sandwiches, pies, and other refreshments or a spontaneous plate lunch at a park bench, enjoying a meal outdoors just about any day of the year is a luxury we often take for granted.  Even if you ...

The gamut of flavors in Asia is boundless, and Hawaii is the perfect gateway to access a number of distinct cuisines.  Hawaii’s diverse culinary landscape includes cuisines of Asian immigrant cultures spanning back from the mid-1800s through the plantation era.  However, beyond Chinese, Japanese, ...

Comfort flavors expressing a local flair best characterize the cuisine at Leʻahi Bar & Grill, a casual eatery on Waikiki’s east end. The gathering spot attracts residents and visitors alike with its high-quality ingredients, generous portions, and reasonable prices with most dishes ...

Betty’s Burger Just across the street from the DFS Waikiki, Betty's Burger is a new counter inside the Royal Hawaiian Dining Plaza. Known for their mouthwatering smash burgers, Betty's Burger is a popular local spot near the University of Hawaii at Manoa.  Like its original location, the ...

Something about the gooey nature of melted cheese will transform something pedestrian into a seductive series of bites.  Whether it be a drooping slice of Jarlsberg in a supporting role, or an unctuous Brillat Savarin as the main star, a well-played fromage will help elevate humble slices of bread ...

National Beer Day is coming up on April 7, and what better way to celebrate the weekend than with beer?  Admittedly, we don’t necessarily need a national day for beer to entice us with the frothy brew, but we thought we would share a few places that offer some great flavors that can only be ...

New restaurants and cafes continue to open all over the island.  With avid diners vying to try new spots, these eateries are already experiencing high customer volumes.    February 2024 New Restaurants and Cafes in Hawaii     Waikiki Shokudo   Waikiki Shokudo, a sister ...

Great food and a little bit of alcohol can leave someone feeling happy, but Hawaii offers a number of other activities that will leave you feeling fulfilled and content.  Depending on your lifestyle, there are quite a few roads to happiness.   Paradise Watersports If working out is your ...