I struggled with how to name this post. Honolulu has a lot of excellent bakeries but in this post I wanted to highlight some of the smaller shops that are thriving in farmer's markets, parking lots, and small brick & mortar shops. These shops are creating...
Updated: January 2025 I have many fond memories of going to dim sum - many with my popo, who managed to order everything as we walked to our table. I've also used my rudimentary Chinese to faking my way into ordering for friends enjoying dim sum for the first time....
I recently took a day trip to Hilo on the Big Island of Hawaii for work and managed to sneak in a few things between meetings because ... a girl's gotta eat. The last time I was in Hilo I was a child so there was no comparing what was there before to what it's like...
Located at the base of Diamond Head, the Saturday morning farmer's market at Kapiolani Community College is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike. Farm fresh produce, locally made products, and delicious prepared foods are all found within the market....
Running from the Waikiki Zoo on one end, to the H-1 Freeway on the other, this one mile stretch of Kapahulu Avenue is chocked full of local plate lunch spots, restaurants, bakeries, and breakfast eateries. It's very likely that if you're in the mood for something, you...
Updated May 2024 In one of the older neighborhoods in Honolulu, there is an area I call Upper Kaimuki Town. Comprised of not more than a few blocks, the area is bordered by Koko Head Avenue to the East, 11th Avenue to the West, Waialae Avenue to the North, and Harding...
A neighborhood gem, and new favorite, in Kaimuki, Hawaii To my dismay, due to the pandemic and other factors, my favorite restaurant in Boston, Craigie on Main, and my favorite restaurant in Hawaii, 3660 on the Rise, both closed. I enjoyed many fine meals and...
We have been eating so much delicious food, we just had to share with you our latest discoveries... New to me... Chubbies Burgers I first tried Chubbies just before they closed their food truck at the Ohana Marketplace. I was pleased to discover they opened a...
This is a continuation of the Hawaii Feasting lunch edition post from last fall. It highlights more lunch spots that are accessible if you are working in or visiting the downtown Honolulu area. 'ili 'ili Cash & Carry The shop's name hides the fact that...
In my time back in Hawaii there has been no shortage of new and delicious places to eat. I recently shared some of the lunch places my co-workers have introduced to me (and there are more to come). This post is a bit of a catchall of more new-to-me places -...
Update 2022: Sadly, 'Ōlena closed its doors on December 24, 2021. It's been just over two years since I moved home to Hawaii. I was fortunate to find a job early last year, just before things shut down due to the pandemic. I am grateful for this blessing every day. I...
It's been a little while since I've shared some of my favorite places in Hawaii so here's my 2018 edition. A couple of the places like Big City Diner and Tanaka Saimin are family favorites. I've mentioned them in previous posts but wanted to share a bit more about...
Update 2021: Sadly Snow Factory is no longer in business. I recently returned from Hawaii, spending a week with family and friends and enjoying a much needed vacation. As usual there were lots of opportunities to enjoy the local foods I can't get in Boston. But on...
Update August 2024: Star Noodle, a former victim of the Lahaina wildfires reopened this month. Update 2024: Unrelated to the Lahaina fires, Home Maid Bakery has closed its doors. It's so sad to see these local favorites closing shop. Update 2021: Sadly Da Kitchen...
Update 2021: Sadly both Ming's Chinese Restaurant and Raging Crab are no longer in business. I can't believe it's nearly the end of January and this is my first post of the year. I got back from my holiday vacations at home in Hawaii and got thrown into the thick of...
Update 2022: Sadly, my favorite restaurant 3660 on the Rise closed. Update 2021: Sadly, Li'l Soul Cafe is no longer in business. I'm back in Hawaii, my one and only true home. After recent events it's great to be in a place where I can hug the ones I love whenever I...