During our stay at the Ritz-Carlton Residence Waikiki Beach, things weren't quite the same because of the pandemic. So, for breakfast, we headed over to the hotel's Italian restaurant - Quiora Waikiki - for breakfast. … [Read more...] about Restaurant Review: Quiora Waikiki
Meals
Restaurant Review: Craft PDX at the Hi-Lo Hotel
Our very last meal in Portland aside from dinner at the wedding we attended was brunch at our hotel's only restaurant, Craft PDX. Sort of. The restaurant was in the process of being rebranded at the time. … [Read more...] about Restaurant Review: Craft PDX at the Hi-Lo Hotel
Restaurant Review: La Vie Waikiki
While we were staying at the Ritz-Carlton Residence Waikiki Beach, I made it a point to finally give La Vie Waikiki a try. After all, they are one of the most exciting recent additions to Honolulu's dynamic restaurant scene. And, I'm glad to say that the experience pleasantly surprised me! … [Read more...] about Restaurant Review: La Vie Waikiki
Restaurant Review: Papa Kurt’s
2020 has been a really tough year for restaurants. But, it hasn't been all doom and gloom here on Oahu. In fact, we've seen several new restaurants pop up throughout the pandemic. One of these new restaurants, and the one that excited me the most is Papa Kurt's. … [Read more...] about Restaurant Review: Papa Kurt’s
Restaurant Review: Delores PDX
For our last dinner outing in Portland last year, we decided to check out Delores PDX. The specialty here is Polish food, which is something that's nearly impossible to find out here in Hawaii. … [Read more...] about Restaurant Review: Delores PDX
Sushi Sho Waikiki – The World’s Most Unique Sushi
Sushi is pervasive today. But, as you might imagine, all sushi isn't created equally. Much like pizza, you have utility-grade sushi to artisan-grade. Sushi Sho Waikiki is of the artisan variety but is SO much more. … [Read more...] about Sushi Sho Waikiki – The World’s Most Unique Sushi
Restaurant Review – Le Pigeon PDX
There's no doubt that Portland is a foodie town. And while much of that focus is on more casual fare, Portland is home to standout higher-end restaurants too. One of those is the iconic Le Pigeon. … [Read more...] about Restaurant Review – Le Pigeon PDX
Review: Izakaya Uosan (Honolulu)
This past Valentine's Day, you know, the last normal holiday we had eons ago, I decided to have a non-traditional Valentine's dinner at a Japanese restaurant. So, I made us reservations at Honolulu's Izakaya Uosan. … [Read more...] about Review: Izakaya Uosan (Honolulu)
Review: Etta’s by Tom Douglas (Seattle)
On our last full day in the PNW, we had about half the day available to explore more. So, after checking into our hotel, we booked it back into the city and started by grabbing some lunch at Etta's by Tom Douglas. … [Read more...] about Review: Etta’s by Tom Douglas (Seattle)
Review: Akira Japanese Restaurant
Mrs. Island Miler loves sushi. So last November, I took her to Honolulu's Akira Japanese restaurant for her birthday, as they feature quite a few uni dishes on their menu - uni being one of her favorites. … [Read more...] about Review: Akira Japanese Restaurant
