Batter Up

• By Kelli Shiroma Braiotta
• Dec. 3, 2024

National Cookie Day is Dec. 4. Whether you prefer chocolate delicacies or sugar cookies, check out these options: Read more

Brunch under the banyan tree

• By Kelli Shiroma Braiotta
• Dec. 3, 2024

As much as I love breakfast, I usually eat my first meal of the day at home. Going out for brunch is a luxury. Read more

The ultimate feast

• By Kelli Shiroma Braiotta
• Nov. 27, 2024
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As the holidays approach, so do Friendsgiving, Friendsmas and many foodie-themed festivities. What are you bringing to the table? Read more

Keeping it fresh

• By Kelli Shiroma Braiotta
• Nov. 27, 2024

In Hawaii, we’re lucky that seafood restaurants abound. If you’re craving fresh fish, check out the following options. Read more

The pie’s the limit

• By Kelli Shiroma Braiotta
• Nov. 19, 2024
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Looking for the perfect end to your Thanksgiving feast? Whether you want pumpkin or pecan, check out these “pie”-fect desserts. Read more

Ono onigiri

• By Kelli Shiroma Braiotta
• Nov. 19, 2024

Whether it’s breakfast on the go or a quick snack, nothing satisfies like a musubi. Check out these gourmet options: Read more

Lucha spirit

• By Kelli Shiroma Braiotta
• Nov. 19, 2024

Resilient, flavorful and proudly local — those words accurately describe Kauai-based Taco Libre. The business’s name was inspired by lucha libre, according to owners Aaleiyah and Christian Martinez. Read more

‘Tis the (pumpkin) season

• By Kelli Shiroma Braiotta
• Nov. 19, 2024

Pumpkin treats are all the rage. Get into the fall spirit with these seasonal desserts: Read more

Even more to graze on

• By Kelli Shiroma Braiotta
• Nov. 19, 2024

When it comes to brunch, Fig & Ginger Honolulu is one of my favorite spots. The cafe, known for its gorgeous charcuterie boards, is aesthetically pleasing — think modern tropical vibes and a laid-back setting. Read more

Breakfast of champions

• By Kelli Shiroma Braiotta
• Nov. 14, 2024

Hungry for a delicious breakfast spot? Check out the following: Read more

A quick Kauai adventure

• By Kelli Shiroma Braiotta
• Nov. 14, 2024
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During a brief media trip to Kauai’s south shore, we got to check out several new spots, along with popular destinations: Read more

Hidden Gems

• By Kelli Shiroma Braiotta
• Nov. 7, 2024

When it comes to these places, there’s more than meets the eye. Read more

‘Bowl’ in One

• By Kelli Shiroma Braiotta
• Nov. 7, 2024

Whether it’s fruit-filled acai bowls or fresh poke bowls, Ruka Bowls has you covered Read more

‘Nacho’ Average Pupu

• By Kellli Shiroma Braiotta
• Nov. 7, 2024

A popular snack prevalent at sports events and theaters, nachos are officially celebrated on Nov. 6 Read more

An Iconic Oasis

• By Kelli Shiroma Braiotta
• Nov. 7, 2024

“Where exactly are we going?” my husband asked, about 30 minutes into the car ride Read more

The best is yet to ‘crumb’

• By Kelli Shiroma Braiotta
• Oct. 30, 2024

“Don’t fill up on bread!” Oh, but when there’s taro rolls, focaccia, garlic knots or butter rolls before a meal, the struggle is real. These bread baskets are sure to satisfy: Read more

Something crispy

• By Kelli Shiroma Braiotta
• Oct. 30, 2024

Nothing satisfies quite like a super crispy katsu. Whether you prefer chicken, pork or fish, here are some must-tries: Read more

Riding that ‘sugar high’

• By Kelli Shiroma Braiotta
• Oct. 30, 2024

Dipped strawberries, stuffed apples, churro cheesecake … oh my! You’ll find these delectable goodies and more at Sugar HI Hawaii, an online business that pops up at the Plenty of Aloha farmers market at Windward Mall on Wednesdays and Sundays. Read more

No ‘egg’-scuses

• By Kelli Shiroma Braiotta
• Oct. 30, 2024

National Deviled Egg Day is coming up on Nov. 2. Here are some ‘egg’-cellent ways to celebrate: Read more

Authentic Burmese Cuisine

• By Kelli Shiroma Braiotta
• Oct. 24, 2024

If you’re searching for a unique dining option, look no further than Aloha Burma, which offers authentic Burmese cuisine Read more

Revisiting an Epicurian Dream

• By Kelli Shiroma Braiotta
• Oct. 24, 2024

Sitting just steps away from Waikiki Beach with scenic views of Diamond Head while at Azure Restaurant, I could almost pretend I was on vacation at The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort. Read more