Flapjacks.  Griddle cakes.  Hotcakes.  There are a number of words that refer to the popular breakfast confection. And while there may be discerning nuances, in Hawaii, you will pretty much find pancakes and hotcakes.  While the term is loosely interchangeable in the islands, people’s preferences ...

A total of 13 new restaurants, including expansions of popular spots such as Banan, Mala Market, and Aloha Bake Shop. August 2023 New Restaurants and Cafes in Hawaii   Scratch Xpress Scratch Xpress is now located in STIX ASIA, located on the lower level of the Waikiki Shopping Plaza! ...

Beer quenches on a hot summer day.  It is affordable enough so that we may enjoy more than just one.  There are alcohol-free versions and lite versions that enable us to possibly drink twice as much.  It’s the quintessential everyday drink, so it seems odd that there is National Beer Lovers Day ...

Another three-day weekend is almost upon us.  While going to the beach, picnicking at a nearby park, or leisurely shopping at the mall are more of the common activities, here are a few alternative ideas that will help you make the most of your holiday weekend.   Lani Lea Flight School & ...

July 2023 New Restaurants and Cafes in Hawaii     Monkeypod Waikiki   Famed Hawaii Regional Cuisine Chef Peter Merriman opened his Monkeypod Kitchen concept on the first floor of Outrigger Reef in Waikiki. The 13,000 square foot restaurant seats approximately 500. With locations ...

The wild Hawaiian chicken, which has a population base that could make it a strong contender as the next state bird, has a rich history in the islands.  Also known as moa, chickens are a symbol of resilience and adaptation as they have managed for centuries to survive predators, weather, and ...

Large sushi and sashimi platters were stacked up inside Domo Café, as the casual eatery’s dine-in area was temporarily converted into a makeshift extension of its take away counter—a typical operational shift during major holidays as Mother’s Day, The Fourth of July, Christmas, and other ...

With summer feeling like it’s getting hotter each year, icy desserts provide a soothing reprieve.  Whether it be something more elaborate and decadent as a composed halo halo dessert or a simple, possibly healthy smoothie, here are a few places to duck into to escape the scorching sun.   ...

Going out to a steak dinner is almost like a landmark event.  For most of us, it designates a special occasion, because the price points usually dictate the frequency of these occurrences.  So, when heading out to an institution honoring the sacrosanct steak, ordering something different within the ...

June 2023 New Restaurants and Cafes in Hawaii     La Bettola Waikiki  La Bettola Waikiki, the Italian restaurant by a Japanese celebrity chef, finally soft-opened on the first floor of the Alohilani Hotel in front of the large aquarium.  One of Japan’s leading chefs who pioneered ...

The Fourth of July is an opportune time to have a picnic, barbecue, or party with friends and family.  If that can be done within the viewing vicinity of a spectacular fireworks show, then it is all the better.  Throw in a concert, and it is just about the perfect way to spend the all-American ...

May 2023 New Restaurants and Cafes in Hawaii     The Pupu House/ Kiki's Tiki Bar   The Pupu House, the sister restaurant to Kapahulu's popular Uncle Bo’s, is now open on Lewers Street in Waikiki in the former Moose McGillycuddy's space. Featuring a traditional Hawaiian ambiance, ...