One of the new IT places to grab a bite to eat on Oahu isn't a restaurant - it's a store that just so happens to make food too. Specifically, they make sandwiches and pizzas using cheeses they make in-house. Recently, I paid my first visit to try the Bocconcino Hawaii Pizzas. … [Read more...] about Bocconcino Hawaii Pizzas
Hawaii food
Review: Upscale Bentos at C4 Table
There's no doubt that the pandemic caused a lot of economic pain, shifts in business strategy, etc. But, we've also seen it create a surge in creativity. One of the best new businesses born of this creativity, in my opinion, is C4 Table by Chef Colin Hazama. … [Read more...] about Review: Upscale Bentos at C4 Table
Na’au Hilo x PAI Honolulu Collab Dinner 2021
Just over a year ago, I got to attend one of the most remarkable culinary experiences I've ever had - the Na'au Hilo x PAI Honolulu collaboration dinner. And this past Sunday, I got to do it again at the Na'au Hilo x PAI Honolulu Collab Dinner 2021. … [Read more...] about Na’au Hilo x PAI Honolulu Collab Dinner 2021
Uncle Mikey’s Dried Fruit is a Tropical Delight
Throughout the pandemic, I've been discovering and trying out as many local producers as I can. And, one of my more recent finds, Uncle Mikey's Dried Fruit, is insanely addictive. … [Read more...] about Uncle Mikey’s Dried Fruit is a Tropical Delight
Tex Drive In – A Lunch + Malasadas Review
For those of you that don't already know, I love malasadas. My favorite before they closed was Champions in Honolulu. So, I had to give the Big Island's best, Tex Drive In, a try too. … [Read more...] about Tex Drive In – A Lunch + Malasadas Review
Country Shave Ice
Last week I reviewed Ululani Shave Ice, which is a pretty famous shave ice company on Maui, making amazing shave ice with largely all-natural syrups. This time, however, I'm going to talk about Country Shave Ice, which is a small, relatively unknown shave ice company on Oahu that makes it own syrups, most of which are organic and all-natural. Located in Kaimuki, a short … [Read more...] about Country Shave Ice