Category: Hawaii Accommodations & Dining

There are three things I really like about Lu Lu’s Waikiki. 1- You can walk in with sand on your feet and salt in your hair. 2- The amazing view of surfers, catamarans and Diamond Head all in one sitting. 3- It appeals to all appetites and ages. This retro-surf themed restaurant is located upstairs, […]

Mocha Java Cafe is one of many places to get some grub in the Kakaako area near Ward Theatres. Despite the name, the small eatery offers more than just a cup of joe. In fact, it has all of its bases covered – including breakfast, brunch and lunch. A newcomer would easily get overwhelmed by […]

The Molokai bakery famous for “hot bread” has since cleaned up its act and is back at it again, selling fresh-baked breads to swarms of people at the Made in Hawaii Festival. Kanemitsu Bakery appeared well-stocked and ready with a support team consisting of both young and old. You could tell they were exhausted after […]

Are you considering eating at Kalapaki Joe’s on Kauai? We’ve got the scoop on this Hawaii sports bar, so read on to learn more. All About This Kauai Sports Bar Kalapaki Joe’s is definitely the sports bar of the Poipu area on Kauai. With more than 20 flatscreen TVs mounted all over the restaurant, die-hard […]

The word “plate lunch” often brings on a negative connotation for the health-conscious consumer. That’s because a typical one is usually packed with high-caloric foods, like chicken katsu, mac salad and loco moco with gravy all over. However, there’s a place in Honolulu that puts a healthier spin on plate lunches called Kakaako Kitchen. The […]

Keoki’s Pardise reminds me of Duke’s in Waikiki. It’s got a very tropical vibe with breezy outdoor seating and a menu of popular local dishes and specialty drinks. While Keoki’s doesn’t overlook a beach, like Duke’s does, this restaurant has a very secluded feel surrounded by live plants and a waterfall-pond. We usually come here […]

Along with the chocolate-covered mac nuts and Kona coffee that visitors might bring back as Hawaiian souvenirs, it is very likely they will be taking home poi, too. The mashed-up taro paste can be a tricky thing to travel with because – while it comes in a bag – it is neither a liquid nor […]

Sadly, my favorite Italian restaurant went from Bella Marvelous to Bella Missing in what seemed like a matter of months. We returned to the cute Kaimuki eatery after a short hiatus, only to find that the lights off and door closed. A sign on the gate said that the restaurant was for sale. Bummed and […]

Poi has always received reactions as mixed as the very bag it’s sold in. Some swear by this Hawaiian staple, while others swear to never put poi in their mouths. That’s likely the reason why poi has quickly become the darkhorse in a nationwide contest for America’s most iconic regional foods. 10best.com, part of USA […]

Kauai’s coffee shop scene is quite the opposite of Oahu, where there’s a Starbucks or Coffee Bean on every other block. Instead, Kauai strays away from corporate coffees and stays true to its roots with local coffee shops, like Kalaheo Cafe & Coffee Company. This is one of my favorite spots to get a caffeine […]

Despite the name, Lanikai Juice can be found in two other areas of Oahu. There’s one on the North Shore, as well as another in Kahala. Both are a spin off of the original Lanikai Juice, located right in the heart of Kailua. That means, if you’re craving a smoothie or an acai bowl, you […]

Lanikai Juice has always been our go-to spot after spending the day in the sun, sand and surf. Just minutes from Lanikai Beach, the shop is known for its high-quality smoothies and fresh acai bowls. They’ve gotten so popular that, at almost any time of day, the small shop will be packed with thirsty customers. […]