Looking for kid friendly activities in Hilo, Hawaii, I came across Pana'ewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens. This zoo is run by Hawaii County and has FREE admission! This 12-acre zoo is the only naturally occurring tropical rainforest zoo in the United …
Hidden Gems
My Favorite Spots in Kailua Not in the Guidebooks
It's fast approaching about a year since we made the move to Kailua. It was a drastic move coming from a larger home in the country of Kahaluu to a cozy two bedroom condo in busy Kailua Town. I don't fancy the weekend tourist crowds or the relentless …
Best Bar You’ve Never Been: Surfer The Bar
Townies it's time to make the long drive out to the north shore to Turtle Bay Resort and check out the best bar you've never been to - Surfer The Bar. …
Best Cookies & Bars, Waialua Bakery & Juice Bar
If you're in the Haleiwa area you have to stop at Waialua Bakery and Juice Bar located on 66-200 Kamehameha Hwy next to Malama Market. People have been coming to this family owned and operated bakery for their healthy and tasty sandwiches that are …
The “New” Mitch’s
Recently, Steve and I met some friends at one of our favorite sushi restaurants Mitch's Honolulu Fish Market and Sushi Bar . We were surprised to find that Mitch's had a newly expanded their dining room. …
Home Cooking at Hilo Rice Noodle Soup Restaurant
Hilo Rice Noodle Soup! What a mouth full and what a weird name, right? Steve and I were in Hilo looking for a quick bite to eat, and I stumbled upon this hole in the wall after reading a couple good reviews on Four Square. Hilo Rice Noodle Soup is …
My Weekend in Los Angeles, California
I have a love-hate relationship with Los Angeles, California. I love to visit L.A. because there is so much to do, the food is amazing, there is gorgeous sunny weather, beautiful beaches, great shopping, but I hate L.A. because everything is very …
Garlic Lovers, Next Stop Keeaumoku Supermarket
I am a garlic lover and put fresh garlic in every dish I cook. I recently learned a little garlic secret (well not so secret), PEELED GARLIC!! I was getting my Korean cold noodle fix the other day and afterwards wandered into Keeaumoku Supermarket …
Kualoa Ranch Now Sells Grass-Fed Beef
Lately, I've been buying grass-fed beef when possible and just found out that Kualoa Ranch sells 100% grass-fed beef. This is awesome because Kualoa is only about 10 minutes away from my house, we get to eat a healthier product, and also help …
Review of the Hilton Waikiki Beach Hotel
If you're looking to get off the Waikiki strip and want to save some money, the Hilton Waikiki Beach Hotel , formerly the Waikiki Prince Kuhio is a great 4-star hotel option. The entire hotel has been newly renovated and it's also home to the modern …