Thursday, December 6, 2012

Nom Nom: Happy Hour!

 This week I got to go to Happy Hour for some much needed catch up with some friends. Sure makes the work day go by quickly when you have something delicious to look forward to!

First up: Panya Bistro
Let me just say that parking is getting a little crazy at Ala Moana because of the holidays coming up. But this is so worth the wait for a parking space! I only managed to take a few shots of what we had with my phone, but Happy Hour is Monday-Saturday 3-6pm and 9pm-closing AND Sunday from 3-6pm. With $5 pupus...it's a great deal!

crab salad and curry chicken salad crostini
Tofu Salad. Although not on the happy hour menu, the tofu melts in your mouth! Divine!

And for dessert, I picked up a gingerbread cookie. Supa kawaii!
 Panya Bistro
1450 Ala Moana Blvd
Ala Moana Center next to Victorias Secret 
946-6388


I also got to try out Restaurant Epic in Downtown. Best to go right after work before the crowd comes...and watch out, many offices are now having their company holiday parties here too, so it can get busy, but it does make for very interesting people watching!
 Happy hour is Monday to Friday, 4:30 to 6:30pm.

Braised Beef Short Rib Ravioli. Not your ordinary ravioli.

Pocho Mac N' Cheese Balls, a very popular dish

Kalua Pork Spring Rolls

Sweet potato fries...i probably would pass on this next time.

And my favorite of the night, BACON WRAPPED CHEESEBURGER SLIDERS! YUM! 


Restaurant Epic
1131 Nuuanu Ave
587-7877

Note: if you can't find street parking...the best deal in downtown is to park at the Municipal lots, and it's best to go in a group when leaving the restaurant at night, it can get a little sketchy in this part of downtown!
 


Friday, November 16, 2012

Insider: HELLO kitty

Just in case you forgot...


I die. holy moly amazeballs. 

Get it before it's gone!

Nom Nom: Hiroshi Eurasian Tapas

It's Restaurant Week here in Hawaii, and that just means a good excuse to go out and try something new! 
Kelli and I each had a list of restaurants we wanted to try, but we somehow finally managed to narrow it down to Hiroshi. 
Located in Restaurant Row, this restaurant features exquisite contemporary Japanese Cuisine and wine pairings by Master Sommelier Chuck Furuya.

We were definitely in for a treat...four course meal for $42! 

silver cranes in the lobby area

lanterns glowing in the dining area

complimentary puff rice crackers with wasabi aioli...actually quite addicting!

Asian Cajun Seared Ahi
capellini pasta, Shintaku haricot verts & beurre blanc

Steamed Shinsato Farm Pork Belly
torched brie cheese, julienned Big Island ginger, shiso & adobo sauce

Mrs. Cheng’s Tofu Salad  
garlic & ginger chips, takana, yamagobo, Nalo micro greens, homemade takuwan & sesame soy dressing

Contemporary Caesar Salad
Kula baby romaine, anchovy dressing foam, chili flakes & parmesan reggiano

Bacon Wrapped Sous Vide of Kauhiwi Filet Mignon
seasonal vegetables, mashed potato & foie gras ponzu demi

Green Tea “Tiramisu”
Ulupalakua strawberry-azuki mousse

fresh fruits & green tea ice cream  
no wine for me, but I had to try their strawberry lemon drop! Yuummm!




Hiroshi Eurasian Tapas

Restaurant Row
500 Ala Moana Boulevard
808-533-4476