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…
I don’t know how Liliha Bakery coco puffs managed to elude me until my fifth visit to Oahu and my second visit to this bakery. When I visit Oahu, they…
It’s time to harvest up another crop of vacation news nuggets. * The Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel has a great value offer of $119 per night through June. In addition…
When I announced that I had planned another trip to Oahu back in January, James asked if I would take a picture of my breakfast at Cinnamon’s Restaurant in Kailua.…
From my experience, anytime I’ve mentioned the restaurant Zippy’s to any Hawaii resident, their eyes light up. At Zippy’s, you’ll find the authentic local fare as opposed to the normal…
It’s 2:45pm and time for Hawaii’s delightful shave ice! Well, anytime is a good time for shave ice, right? If you’ve never had a shave ice in Hawaii, you’re in…
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…
On my recent visit to Oahu, I had the opportunity to have dinner at the brand new Jimmy Buffett’s at the Beachcomber in Waikiki. This family-friendly restaurant and adjacent Honolulu…
Tons o’news today, folks…. Kona Village Resort bungalow and Hawaii’s only all-inclusive style resort is back on sale! (I wrote about a similar deal back in December and I’m somewhat…
On our last trip to Oahu we had the pleasure of dining with friends at the award winning Chai Island Bistro. For several years running, this restaurant has been named…
Go Visit Hawaii readers know that one of the best ways to save money on their Hawaii vacation is to skip the hotel’s fancy breakfast buffet and find a good…
*** January 2011 Update — The Hanohano Room has been replaced by a private club that’s now called the Leahi Club. If you’re going to Waikiki, I suggest that a…
If you are looking for a luau on Oahu, you have a new option. The Hilton Hawaiian has just added a luaus on Sundays and Wednesday evenings. It’s called Waikiki…
From the Oahu restaurant guide article, I promised a list of top Oahu restaurants from a local resident’s perspective. I’m so excited and pleased to present the list of Dave…