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Hawaii: In Real Life ~ Aloha Harmony Tea House
Urban Mix Plate by Melissa Chang
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Kani Ka Pila Grille’s new menu
Eating in Waikiki? Check out Kani Ka Pila Grill’s new menu, as we did
New(ish) eats: Red House
We checked out the ever-evolving, Korean-fusion eatery, Red House, on Keeaumoku
Hawaii: In Real Life ~ Angelo Pietro
We visited Angelo Pietro’s chef Ted Tokunaga to talk about their nine new menu items
Maui: A peek at the Honua Kai Resort
Honua Kai is not just a luxury resort, it’s an example of sustainable Hawaii living
Maui eats: RB Black Angus Steakhouse
Pau hana on Maui? Eat and drink as the locals do at RB Steak House in Kahana
Hawaii: In Real Life ~ Naked Cow Dairy
What’s so good about fresh butter and how can we help sustain this business in Hawaii? Monique of Naked Cow Dairy tells us how
Maui Eats: Leoda’s Kitchen & Pie Shop
When in Maui, try Leoda’s Kitchen & Pie Shop on your way to Kaanapali
Hawaii: In Real Life ~ Sweet Dash of Aloha
We went back to Ed Morita’s alma mater — KCC — to test-drive a couple of healthy dessert recipes from a new, local cookbook
Did this: Buy Back The Beach
The Hawaiian Island Land Trust had their big fundraising event this past weekend, and we were there to cover it
Hawaii: In Real Life ~ Ukulele Picnic 2012
The fourth annual Ukulele Picnic is a day of free performances by international ukulele stars. Pali Kaaihue tells us all about it
Eight things for Chinese New Year
Eight is a lucky Chinese number, so I’ll help you count down to the next lunar new year
Let’s Buy Back the Beach
This big fundraiser is happening on Maui next weekend — and you can be a part of it, thanks to technology
One last quick guide to Chinatown
The last of the Chinese New Year festivities starts today. Here’s a quick look at some fun things to eat, do, or buy
Hawaii: In Real Life ~ Eki Cyclery
We visited this 101-year-old Hawaii business to see what their secret of success is. Lucky for them, bike trends go in cycles
Facebooking the EO holiday party
The local Entrepreneurs Organization had their holiday party at chef Ronnie Nasuti’s home, with a guest speaker from Facebook
Hawaii: In Real Life ~ Chinese New Year at Panya
The Year of the Dragon starts on January 23. The ladies at Panya show us their contemporary take on traditional Chinese New Year treats
Vegas: The Wicked Spoon Buffet
For a mellow buffet experience with good selection, check out The Wicked Spoon buffet in the Cosmopolitan
Hawaii: In Real Life ~ a Nonstop year in review
We sat with our editor, Diane Seo, to look back on our highlights of 2011 and talk about the year ahead
Vegas: The Downtown Cocktail Room
Take a break from cheesy Vegas and have a handcrafted drink at the Downtown Cocktail Room
Vegas eats: Island Sushi & Hawaiian Grill
Island Sushi & Hawaiian Grill recently opened in downtown Las Vegas, offering all the flavors of home
Hawaii: In Real Life ~ Fresh on the Rocks
Shambhala bracelets are all the rage with mainland celebrities, but you can get them custom-made locally
Merry Christmas from the secret Chinese Dinner Society
The secret Chinese Dinner Society’s last banquet of the year
Hawaii: In Real Life extra ~ Lani Misalucha
Lani Misalucha launched her new show in the Waikiki Beachcomber last night. We talked to her about her performance style, Vegas, and of course, eating at Zippy’s
Christmas every week: Kula Fields
CSA boxes are a great way to sample local produce, and Kula Fields makes it easy for you
Hawaii: In Real Life ~ Eat The Street
A quirky look at some of the people and the food behind the trucks at Eat The Street
Planning Chef Mavro’s winter menu
Chef Mavro launches his winter menu tomorrow, and we got to take a peek behind the scenes in selecting the wine pairing
Hawaii: In Real Life ~ Wanko Wanko
The hot fashion accessory this season: scarves made from recycled T-shirts! Intrigued? You should be. See why
Dinner at Morio’s
Morio’s Sushi Bistro is now on King Street, so we went to check it out. It’s not just dinner, it’s a dining experience




