Category: Hawaii Accommodations & Dining

Most Hawaii hikes take adventurers high up into the mountains, where a panoramic view awaits – satiating their optical cravings for a tropical Paradise. After the much needed visual refuel, you should consider filling your tummies before the long downhill trek. Apple bananas are common finds for Hawaiian hikes. It’s most likely that you have […]

Poke, poke, poke! For the first time this weekend, we’ll find out what qualifies as the best poke in the islands. Amateurs and professional chefs will slice, dice and spice the favorite Hawaii food for the first annual Keauhou Poke Contest this Sunday. You’ll probably see a dish similar to this poke variation on Sunday. […]

OOSHA OOSHA OOSHA Ahh, the sounds of mochi getting pounded to a sticky ricey-dough pulp. And even more exciting than hearing the OOSHA OOSHA OOSHA’s is watching them OOSHA OOSHA OOSHA! Mochi-tsuki (mochi pounding) is a traditional Japanese activity that made its way to Hawaii and is believed to bring in good fortune for the […]

Just minutes from Ala Moana Shopping Center, a stretch of more shops and eateries can be found on Keeaumoku Street. You’ll see tourists and locals crowding both sides of the busy straightaway at almost all hours of the day. Although they’re up to their elbows with shopping bags, it’s obvious they follow the mantra, “Shop […]

Leonard’s Bakery could arguably qualify as the malasada capitol of the islands for its wonderfully delicious, delightfully fluffy, sugar-coated puff of pure doughy goodness. They sell them daily by the dozens, with a long line beginning to form outside the store before the sun’s even up. And you know they’re finally open when the big […]

In Hawaii, we are blessed with warm sunny weather year round. When some places in the world are three feet under snow, we’re slathering on the sunscreen for a hot, bright beach day. However, occasionally in the winter months, the temperature in Honolulu can dip into the 60s- freezing by local standards! Laugh you may, […]

If you happen to go for a hike while visiting Hawaii, chances are you will come across a strawberry guava (psidium cattleianum) tree. Its bright red berries are a juicy treat and can be eaten straight from the tree or made into jam. When trees are producing heavily, you can smell the aroma of the […]

If the Japanese had invented pizza, then I’m guessing it’d probably be something similar to okonomiyaki (oh-KOH-no-me-YUH-key) – a pan-fried dish with a pancake-like “crust,” topped with various ingredients. Instead of tomato sauce, it’s drizzled with a savory okonomiyaki sauce. A personal pan “pizza” of okonomiyaki – stuffed with noodles, cabbage, pork and more. Okonomi […]

Hawaii’s got a very mixed bag when it comes to the types of snacks we love, thanks to the many cultures that have made the islands their home over several centuries. The colors, sounds and flavors of their mother countries traveled with them to Hawaii, becoming a part of the local culture that’s still enjoyed […]

With our calm beaches and kid-friendly attractions (like the new elephant exhibit at the Honolulu Zoo!), Hawaii is the perfect family vacation getaway. Parents, however, can always use a little getaway for themselves, finding it difficult to have those much needed date nights when on vacation. Here’s some good news…Sound the trumpets…Aloha Sitters is here […]

It’s the oh-so famous Brazilian berry that packs a punch as a modern-day superfood. Acai (ah-sigh-EE) is known for the dark purple colors it leaves on your tongue and teeth, and of course, the just as colorful health benefits for your body. Loaded with antioxidants and fibers, the tiny berry-like fruit may help with weight […]

*DING* “Aloha, Ladies and Gentlemen, on behalf of your flight crews, we want to welcome you to Maui. We hope you enjoy your stay!” (STOMACH GROWLS) “Grrrrr knew I should have packed something from Los Angeles BEFORE boarding…I’M STARVING!!!” Welcome to Maui! Now what’s there to eat around here? OK, you just landed in Maui. […]