I’ve been working with the Chart House (@ChartHouseHI) for a while now, and found that their Facebook fans are a little different from other restaurant fans. Yes, they love the food, drinks, live music, and the view, but nothing —…
New e-book helps consolidate resources
A grand waterfall is one of the unique features
As you know, I went to the new pop-up, Miso & Ale (@MisoAndAle), a couple of weeks ago and loved it. I see these guys around town, planning for their events, and was so impressed, I wanted to know more…
This classic beachfront home comes with options
Here’s another contest that local folks can adhere their support to: Kelvin Abe and Kailie Grinder are the among the top 10 national finalists and only Hawaii entrants in the Ohio-based Duck Brand “Stuck At Prom” contest. These are the…
Home sales and prices jump
With Lawson General Manager Ray ToshinagaJapanophiles around Hawaii let out a collective squeal of “OMG, that’s my favorite!” as the first Lawson Station opened in the United States today, right here in Hawaii. The famous convenience store (also known as…
Ka Makana at Hoakalei to unveil three new home styles
Expansive beachfront mansion
There’s been a lot of buzz about the new pop-up gastropub, Miso & Ale, but I never got the chance to go until this past weekend. Now that I’ve had a taste, I can’t wait to go back.The business is…
Immaculate Royal Capitol Plaza unit
Haiku Knolls home overlooking a natural pond
Social media, when used well, can be beneficial for people across all industries. I have a lot of attorney friends who are skeptical of the purpose, ethics, and advantages of social media for their profession, but if you look around,…
This Hawaii Kai home’s price and location are a big draw
I got a frantic call from restaurateur Jason Kim on Sunday, with so much urgency that you’d think the cast of “Hawaii Five-0” was ordering boneless short ribs again. Well, it was close — there’s a Hollywood connection. Turns out his…
Ah, the wonders of Twitter. I’ve met so many new and different people through social media — especially Twitter — over the last four years, and not just in Hawaii. One of those people is Jay Terauchi (@Chef_Jay), who has…
Mayor Carlisle, City directors, Coca Cola and Junior Lifeguards at yesterday's presentationUpdate: July 6 ~ We are currently in ninth place! For a tally of points and to see the leader board, click here.******************************************Hawaii, it’s time again to show your…
Large perimeter lot home offers privacy
Doris Milotta’s Haiku Plantations home for sale
When did you have your first Leonard’s Bakery malasada? I think I had my first bite at about 8 years old. I don’t know where the malasadas came from or why we had them, but I remember eating the classic,…
Explore community parks, beaches and more from your desk
If you’re not too hung over from the International Sushi Day celebrations, you may want to mosey over to Arancino di Mare in the Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort for breakfast. That’s right, the Waikiki restaurant known for its uniquely Italian…
About 400 people attended the annual Hawaii Bowl Foundation “Flavors” fundraiser, which featured a large variety of international wines. Some new labels (to Hawaii) were also introduced to oenophiles. Party pics: Flavors ◄ Back Next ► Picture 1 of 23…
Ahoy! An ocean view and a nautical pool call to you
Amazing value on the ridge
It’s summer — for Hawaii folks, the season is often celebrated by attending a bon dance at a Buddhist temple each weekend, and there will be one for you in your neighborhood at some point. As many of you know,…
An enchanting Hawaii Kai home with a saltwater pool
Dinner at Cactus ◄ Back Next ► Picture 1 of 17 Kailua residents have been delighted to see innovative new restaurants popping up on their side of the Pali, like Prima and The Grove. Judging from the crowds that spill…
I promise not to drag out my stop in Los Angeles — I was only there for three days, and pretty much just ate my way through, 12 hours a day. As with San Francisco, I used Airbnb.com to find…
I promise, here’s my last San Francisco blog for this trip!I love visiting my classmate Deb Aoki (@DebAoki) — she’s fun, a foodie, and knows all the cute places to eat and shop in the Bay Area. I BART’ed out…
As seen in the original Hawaii Five-0 series
Real estate prices rise, condo sales numbers up
Simply Organized (@SimplyOrganize, no “d”) recently opened at Kahala Mall, much to the delight of townies who love (or need) to clean, but weren’t too keen on driving out to Kapolei to shop for cool organization products.As my OCD friends,…
A basic home gets a glamorous makeover
I’m still trying to catch up on my blogs, so here’s one of the last ones for San Francisco. They’re worth the wait, I promise!If you are looking for a brunch spot, people will probably steer you to Brenda’s French…
Painter and illustrator Pancho Abalos (@PanchoAbalos) is showcasing his latest work and 13 guest artists from Waianae, Nanakuli, Kapolei, Waipahu and James Campbell high schools in an exhibit called “Tributes” at ING Direct Cafe in Waikiki. He opened the four-week exhibit…
The Surf Lanai in the Royal Hawaiian Hotel recently launched a special Sunday brunch buffet for summer, so I checked it out last Sunday with my neighbor, Stacy (@_mdoridori, whom you may remember from a past Hawaii IRL episode). We…
Kalama Valley home a good value
First-time homebuyers get education and a tour
