Aside from checking out Waicoco, my other restaurant goal for our Maui trip was to finally try Sale Pepe Maui. Hailed as one of the best restaurants in the islands by many of Hawaii's top chefs, Sale Pepe has long been on my to-try list. And I'm glad we finally got here. … [Read more...] about Outstanding Italian Food at Sale Pepe Maui
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Bar Maze Omakase Dinner
One of Honolulu's newer restaurants is Bar Maze in the trendy Kakaako neighborhood. The brainchild of Bar Leather Apron co-owner/head bartender Justin Park, the Bar Maze Omakase Dinner is a unique experience that takes food and drink pairings to a whole new level. … [Read more...] about Bar Maze Omakase Dinner
Paradise Dynasty Costa Mesa
Shortly before we arrived in SoCal, a hot, new dim spot opened at South Coast Plaza. Being the dim sum lovers that we are, Mrs. Island Miler and I decided to check out Paradise Dynasty Costa Mesa on our second and final night in Irvine. … [Read more...] about Paradise Dynasty Costa Mesa
Pizzeria Mozza Newport Beach
I've long been a fan of Nancy Silverton. Her eponymous La Brea Bakery was my go-to before quality, artisan bread became available here on Oahu. So when we went to Costa Mesa last September, I made it a point to give Pizzeria Mozza Newport Beach a try. … [Read more...] about Pizzeria Mozza Newport Beach
Taco Maria – Incredible Alta California Cuisine!
At the time of our visit, Taco Maria was the only Michelin-starred restaurant in Orange County, California. But they're so much more than just a starred restaurant - it's a delicious homage to a family, culture, and location. And they're now one of my favorite restaurants anywhere. … [Read more...] about Taco Maria – Incredible Alta California Cuisine!
Review: SixtyTwo MarcKet Wailuku Brunch
Knowing that our room wouldn't be ready for a while, I made brunch reservations for our day of arrival on Maui. Wanting to try something new this time, I chose SixtyTwo MarcKet in Wailuku for our first meal on-island. … [Read more...] about Review: SixtyTwo MarcKet Wailuku Brunch
Review: e by Jose Andres
My primary dining goal for our recent Las Vegas trip was to finally try e by Jose Andres. It was a reservation I was barely able to get in 2020, and the cancelation that stung the most. So it was sweet redemption when we finally made it there. … [Read more...] about Review: e by Jose Andres
Review: Sakana All-You-Can-Eat Sushi
On our third night in Vegas, our entire family had dinner at Sakana All-You-Can-Eat Sushi. Not only is the sushi all you can eat, but it's also a really inexpensive spot that's popular with both locals and visitors alike. … [Read more...] about Review: Sakana All-You-Can-Eat Sushi
Review: Mott 32 Las Vegas
There were two places I really wanted to get to in Vegas this year. These two places have long been on my list of places to try and were places we were going to visit in 2020. Those two places were, of course, e! by Jose Andres and Mott 32 Las Vegas. Fortunately, we made it to both, with Mott 32 being the first. … [Read more...] about Review: Mott 32 Las Vegas
Review: HeiHo House
This year, for Mrs. Island Miler's birthday, I decided to book us dinner at one of Honolulu's newest and quirkiest restaurants - HeiHo House. They bill themselves as a gastropub, which is still fairly unique for Hawaii and is one of our favorite types of concepts. Gladly, they didn't disappoint! … [Read more...] about Review: HeiHo House