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Honolulu Magazine’s 2011 Best Hawaii Restaurant Award Winners

Sheila Beal
June 5, 2013

Each year, HONOLULU Magazine recognizes Hawaii’s top restaurants through their prestigious Hale Aina Awards. The 2011 award winners have just been announced and will be featured in their January issue.…

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Kona Village (Big Island) Luau Review

Sheila Beal
August 20, 2011

UPDATE: Unfortunately, Kona Village Resort closed in Spring 2011 due to tsunami damage. It is my understanding that all operations at Kona Village Resort are closed, including this luau. I…

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Notes From Our Big Island Visit

Sheila Beal
June 20, 2011

As I mentioned last week, I have so many ideas, suggestions and experiences to share with you that I hardly know where to start. I’m conscious that some readers may…

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Update: Hawaii’s Big Island Luaus

Sheila Beal
January 3, 2010

Just over two years ago, I compiled the complete list of Big Island Luaus along with their prices, schedule, and links to reviews. Since then a few more luaus have…

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Dear Sansei, We miss you so much!

Sheila Beal
September 17, 2009

Would you please consider opening a restaurant near us? Love, Andy & Sheila One of our favorite restaurants in Hawaii is Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar. We first fell…

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Hawaii Vacation Deals & News Roundup: August 12, 2009

Sheila Beal
August 12, 2009

Here’s a look at at the Hawaii vacation news that’s recently caught my eye: * Waikoloa Beach Marriott on Hawaii’s Big Island is offering a super deal of 50% off…

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Defining Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Sheila Beal
March 5, 2024

You may have seen the phrase Hawaii regional cuisine, but have wondered what is it? Award-winning chef Alan Wong is one of several Hawaii restauranteurs credited with creating the concept…

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The “Restaurant” With the Best Sunset View in Hawaii

Sheila Beal
March 18, 2009

Pssst! Hey you! Shh! Here’s a secret for ya: Hawaii beaches are practically deserted near sunset. Can you believe it? We took this photo from Waikiki Beach near sunset. Notice…

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Island Fish & Chips – Good place for lunch and dinner on the Kohala Coast

Sheila Beal
June 4, 2008

On a recent visit to the Big Island, we were repeat customers to the Island Fish & Chips Shop. What we look for in a restaurant is good food, fair…

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Best Vacation Restaurants on the Big Island of Hawaii

Sheila Beal
April 26, 2024

When we first started visiting Hawaii, the Big Island in 2004, we had a hard time finding great restaurants. Since then, the number of restaurants and the overall quality has…

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Coconut Fruitsicles — A Honokaa Sweet Treat

Sheila Beal
August 18, 2011

If you are on your way to see the Waipio Valley on the Big Island, may I recommend a stop that’s along the way. Check out the quaint Hamakua Fudge…

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Sansei Seafood Restaurant and Sushi Bar Review

Sheila Beal
April 19, 2008

Sansei Restaurant is the Big Islands hottest new restaurant. Though the restaurant only debuted in February, it already draws in crowds of both locals and visitors. In addition to traditional…

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Big Island Restaurants

Honolulu Magazine’s 2011 Best Hawaii Restaurant Award Winners

Kona Village (Big Island) Luau Review

Notes From Our Big Island Visit

Update: Hawaii’s Big Island Luaus

Dear Sansei, We miss you so much!

Hawaii Vacation Deals & News Roundup: August 12, 2009

Defining Hawaii Regional Cuisine

The “Restaurant” With the Best Sunset View in Hawaii

Island Fish & Chips – Good place for lunch and dinner on the Kohala Coast

Best Vacation Restaurants on the Big Island of Hawaii

Coconut Fruitsicles — A Honokaa Sweet Treat

Sansei Seafood Restaurant and Sushi Bar Review

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