tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54175537264551532002024-03-13T15:02:00.561-10:00Aaron's Food Adventures | Food Reviews | Spicy Food Challenges | Food Restaurant CriticTaking on spicy food challenges and continuing to search for the quintessential food establishment.Aaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09615946940409283733noreply@blogger.comBlogger1721125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417553726455153200.post-56249731349927036372023-11-06T00:00:00.091-10:002023-11-06T00:00:00.146-10:00Pinolo GelatoPinolo Gelato is located on SE Division Street in Portland, Oregon.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyOiZLFg_2WDos2GIeiqKvkRCmvVWtM20teaeVpKwn9Fvu16LbZ0PldINRHuBNBaMt5k1gnGWYFVno0CFw3oQ-HbzkL6kuhOMhaguuKzH57fbO2f_qko3OuhEKl3t0vQalnNHz53EIh9G65YQmOP5g5sl9iX4EfUartNc1mDUBxcBfNIGWTR6swbN2LyG6/s700/20230918_170409.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyOiZLFg_2WDos2GIeiqKvkRCmvVWtM20teaeVpKwn9Fvu16LbZ0PldINRHuBNBaMt5k1gnGWYFVno0CFw3oQ-HbzkL6kuhOMhaguuKzH57fbO2f_qko3OuhEKl3t0vQalnNHz53EIh9G65YQmOP5g5sl9iX4EfUartNc1mDUBxcBfNIGWTR6swbN2LyG6/s320/20230918_170409.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><div><br /></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div>As I wound down my last full day in Oregon, I wanted one last sweet adventure. Since my Mom wanted to go to a craft place nearby, Pinolo Gelato was an ideal stop.</div><div><br /></div><div>Pinolo (meaning "pine nut" in Italian) opened in 2015, but this was admittedly my first stop here. Hey, it's hard to keep up with so many places....</div><div><br /></div><div>Their small cart has a spot on the left side of the building.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgleRcpgsLWMzeNY8HuvkeoE0Llg5OGnpLZop5USvDe-lugHuIHqzCcuLgEsOHPOSHWOIhewiVzjhwX0jcDvDt1CJIndhyvoNMWC8P6DYDYylwlux65loieBFVchZ1At-eXnl1fnf3NddtcwH3KjgfZe_T5KRx8QdARnlVIwc3iEU2Cb3FgvUx-hhYHygAO/s700/20230918_171037.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgleRcpgsLWMzeNY8HuvkeoE0Llg5OGnpLZop5USvDe-lugHuIHqzCcuLgEsOHPOSHWOIhewiVzjhwX0jcDvDt1CJIndhyvoNMWC8P6DYDYylwlux65loieBFVchZ1At-eXnl1fnf3NddtcwH3KjgfZe_T5KRx8QdARnlVIwc3iEU2Cb3FgvUx-hhYHygAO/s320/20230918_171037.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>There's roughly 10 flavors on the menu at all times.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYjhbdsUG7-NAu9---MAzueT4KgKebT9M6DJcjMN6a3sou7ltgWm_iV9aYDC-JJsryTuQ82pBKTc1QY04zeymDkyh5w2Qc88fDkZ56c3-rKs96R1YnkqvHF3cj4x-SqwQ3-znIRj9IsWxbb2stiLgQ1OBIopODShHpPalw5VAE9BqmgUE_r7oOozaWnFQ_/s700/20230918_170420.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYjhbdsUG7-NAu9---MAzueT4KgKebT9M6DJcjMN6a3sou7ltgWm_iV9aYDC-JJsryTuQ82pBKTc1QY04zeymDkyh5w2Qc88fDkZ56c3-rKs96R1YnkqvHF3cj4x-SqwQ3-znIRj9IsWxbb2stiLgQ1OBIopODShHpPalw5VAE9BqmgUE_r7oOozaWnFQ_/s320/20230918_170420.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7OezSaSl9Fe1UWa5yxy4x7deurSKUbwO_L_D8PcKxvAAfudAF62pSvTOxBGgLA-8FivlKvudmqExTvlPR_IoJ_gtF-3K1GORBf0NuRGKPxoYvaDhUMzBokP7c-kTs6aVUTcUWK_KsqC15l1BRc_e9eK6VFrW6mSgmMSVZMy1eZSVgm7WuQcpPpaedXqrR/s700/20230918_170436.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7OezSaSl9Fe1UWa5yxy4x7deurSKUbwO_L_D8PcKxvAAfudAF62pSvTOxBGgLA-8FivlKvudmqExTvlPR_IoJ_gtF-3K1GORBf0NuRGKPxoYvaDhUMzBokP7c-kTs6aVUTcUWK_KsqC15l1BRc_e9eK6VFrW6mSgmMSVZMy1eZSVgm7WuQcpPpaedXqrR/s320/20230918_170436.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Basically , gelato is served at warmer temperatures than ice cream. Gelato also has less fat and sugar. With less air whipped in, it also feels lighter.</div><div><br /></div><div>The small is about $5.25 and still should provide a good-sized portion for most people.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilU22Az-hzBOR24S-APPW33PJnoFz_czPFCxiQoSR1bmM8LWUGl-qM5t6JRGzEcdU6GPrsktFFNooFJDb89Y57Wm_U5EYycTOZPwUteZvTP89HWUF3eRh4daZLGVfs11OJvRbvvDLudecieTzn2mJn068x_DvVZ8xo5skQkhtY06UGlNixyyELmxia3VTB/s700/20230918_170848.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilU22Az-hzBOR24S-APPW33PJnoFz_czPFCxiQoSR1bmM8LWUGl-qM5t6JRGzEcdU6GPrsktFFNooFJDb89Y57Wm_U5EYycTOZPwUteZvTP89HWUF3eRh4daZLGVfs11OJvRbvvDLudecieTzn2mJn068x_DvVZ8xo5skQkhtY06UGlNixyyELmxia3VTB/s320/20230918_170848.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHCxsCwlzgepbCJ9EfG2dACB2xFlUrBWOgMI_s-JFvQfHWIrW6opx-3PMUoAcPrzeljZgLpH2gAlvdyVgtTmYSTu9Gz7JolGcKP1XXtwHRZ-FtaJweK3-ctgXwrXg2lsd_Qx3aoZhcbAWMlL9VQ6zlnszJh9vHU9eiguuoc-4OmXHRgKdlGrGVAgNad3qj/s700/20230918_170919.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHCxsCwlzgepbCJ9EfG2dACB2xFlUrBWOgMI_s-JFvQfHWIrW6opx-3PMUoAcPrzeljZgLpH2gAlvdyVgtTmYSTu9Gz7JolGcKP1XXtwHRZ-FtaJweK3-ctgXwrXg2lsd_Qx3aoZhcbAWMlL9VQ6zlnszJh9vHU9eiguuoc-4OmXHRgKdlGrGVAgNad3qj/s320/20230918_170919.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>After contemplating getting the Pistachio or Tiramisu, I opted for the more regionally connected Hazelnut. Named "Nocciola" on the menu, the hazelnut is assertive, with amazing, creamy texture. But make no mistake, I could have easily gotten any of the flavors on the menu. All expertly made.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBQ14IhhjDoYvvl-p7pRqRoto6al11OLGgFm44IgkWZgqdQo9Fd141MZ5tWumYuO2eVAIJuybdIpiYXvprhOTxxG6sGUvzxkvMfYmFd9yZ68vekYDccFkQAuhgrRyXz4xETDLpVBlrDPOSERlu-GnwgoGjGn8vYcKMnUkKOg4TUFALr3GCPXzVSArAZDCr/s700/20230918_170859.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBQ14IhhjDoYvvl-p7pRqRoto6al11OLGgFm44IgkWZgqdQo9Fd141MZ5tWumYuO2eVAIJuybdIpiYXvprhOTxxG6sGUvzxkvMfYmFd9yZ68vekYDccFkQAuhgrRyXz4xETDLpVBlrDPOSERlu-GnwgoGjGn8vYcKMnUkKOg4TUFALr3GCPXzVSArAZDCr/s320/20230918_170859.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtLQQbe-3g7K9OIdeUZxdLnt_ptBZgkImDXgJPcnB_S_DNANyuMm451ccToDqdL6KTLufSA6Ce_71T8_e2Jy7L2zsU8BvQUMj4HKWqb_4NB3X9gfIJH1ubdMyBxLr5zJUgqEv2iFV_lnLGaC_HhUXd5f5F1PtS1Pyp4pZ2nk0xvNdtYjiTQUxiMu6YHONb/s700/20230918_171142.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtLQQbe-3g7K9OIdeUZxdLnt_ptBZgkImDXgJPcnB_S_DNANyuMm451ccToDqdL6KTLufSA6Ce_71T8_e2Jy7L2zsU8BvQUMj4HKWqb_4NB3X9gfIJH1ubdMyBxLr5zJUgqEv2iFV_lnLGaC_HhUXd5f5F1PtS1Pyp4pZ2nk0xvNdtYjiTQUxiMu6YHONb/s320/20230918_171142.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>My Mom got the Cioccolato (chocolate). Again, incredibly balanced bittersweet chocolate, but not too sweet. Same creamy texture.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjriD1_zqbTx17lkrlA698e3JEtoFcj3klfhCK7vPD4x6ODUEewgiWH4sSQtKsfcO_DPdjSAwivx1yW5rdA_LKzpLGDRRdyNux1GOIYZtGDm8J0UFeWI92yisDJ5koTnbZhcmGlBOuHQhV7OrLks494mJlGvP7eFZothUP6JMb0e_EYiJ4CpnONWE6iPvyk/s700/20230918_171205.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjriD1_zqbTx17lkrlA698e3JEtoFcj3klfhCK7vPD4x6ODUEewgiWH4sSQtKsfcO_DPdjSAwivx1yW5rdA_LKzpLGDRRdyNux1GOIYZtGDm8J0UFeWI92yisDJ5koTnbZhcmGlBOuHQhV7OrLks494mJlGvP7eFZothUP6JMb0e_EYiJ4CpnONWE6iPvyk/s320/20230918_171205.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsXekgx_bnopcE_uIeaz17ca9PHzG2CZSo1oDXtXdo6ViA4tzoi3gOLynguEiQ1BDMpjaWGic0fvFbLe7yKvMtI0JKC1YN0ePm4Un65e9eRk5DKV29Hl3SRg_4eH8uxMFu-CYzPJBdGgwYNb49pEbzqWHZNEYqUSlC6c6O6Db2q4-D3i7fKVuIFo_QYPTC/s700/20230918_170303.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsXekgx_bnopcE_uIeaz17ca9PHzG2CZSo1oDXtXdo6ViA4tzoi3gOLynguEiQ1BDMpjaWGic0fvFbLe7yKvMtI0JKC1YN0ePm4Un65e9eRk5DKV29Hl3SRg_4eH8uxMFu-CYzPJBdGgwYNb49pEbzqWHZNEYqUSlC6c6O6Db2q4-D3i7fKVuIFo_QYPTC/s320/20230918_170303.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRCkNnTxEWl0DPSmmeA23yVLx1W0GkmouhWrGQGo1d2CgLEGrK09rCJMTUuAPScz8nAETHaSb5wV05hOZE5WnyIlP9XSk_Jd2qTiLHJhEpHOgVh_04lQjCFLxhJqaado_49CTPjdsN_n1LkXiC919JISGkUS7WCN_yxVjDGRl4FrEsKeiIYMIAmjciokpT/s700/20230918_170454.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRCkNnTxEWl0DPSmmeA23yVLx1W0GkmouhWrGQGo1d2CgLEGrK09rCJMTUuAPScz8nAETHaSb5wV05hOZE5WnyIlP9XSk_Jd2qTiLHJhEpHOgVh_04lQjCFLxhJqaado_49CTPjdsN_n1LkXiC919JISGkUS7WCN_yxVjDGRl4FrEsKeiIYMIAmjciokpT/s320/20230918_170454.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>One of my friends is Italian - from Italy - and speaks very highly of Pinolo. I can see why.</div><div><br /></div><div>The gelato speaks for itself. With a bunch of street parking in the adjacent residential neighborhood, Pinolo needs to be on everyone's bucket list when visiting Portland. <b><span style="color: red;">9.5/10</span></b></div></div>Aaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09615946940409283733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417553726455153200.post-33401918734791006992023-10-30T00:00:00.085-10:002023-10-30T00:00:00.147-10:00The Bier SteinThe Bier Stein is located on Willamette Street in downtown Eugene, Oregon.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhB_g5z8x0f6VDSutBMZ2Ves-YXlsZF145TmJSA5oOGGG7fWurBc2i4FB3oy7W9k6vetwqXmrmJgZSjPq_4-xjNoC1LYWpIjK7mofk2JhVONEnPZykc0L2WHIZETI7Za9ggQmINtIgwtgN5u6N2qlZ9fWz5awMMTwBUH0iIT0cJUm0xnkJDciUlrlFIgQFu/s700/20230916_144945.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhB_g5z8x0f6VDSutBMZ2Ves-YXlsZF145TmJSA5oOGGG7fWurBc2i4FB3oy7W9k6vetwqXmrmJgZSjPq_4-xjNoC1LYWpIjK7mofk2JhVONEnPZykc0L2WHIZETI7Za9ggQmINtIgwtgN5u6N2qlZ9fWz5awMMTwBUH0iIT0cJUm0xnkJDciUlrlFIgQFu/s320/20230916_144945.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div><br /><div><br /></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div>As part of my September trip to Oregon, I took some time away to see the University of Hawaii football team play nationally ranked Oregon. I knew Hawaii would get destroyed, so it's only logical to take in some good food and beer before the game.</div><div><br /></div><div>My friends suggested this spot because it had a good food selection and tons of beers to choose from. There's over 25 beers on draft, plus hundreds more in the fridges near the cash register. If you go there the first time, there's a good chance you'll be overwhelmed on choices. If you want a soda or something non-alcoholic, there's a small section of the fridge with sodas.</div><div><br /></div><div>Especially when there's a Ducks home game, the line can get a little long, even if just a couple hours before kickoff.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJH_OtkM8AmGTF2Y7cKmkG3RybWFdZCAigu4HGnV5CisG3iWPFTPHkGRd6rQvOLOknXrHJeoGOhJWGMEtXEjpdGba0wUa6m3uw9MeABoltRI6WhOuf4iGRuwbk75agm2OiL6Cs9WQ0bM7dZRIuuesobGEzgwzRuP0h109W2J7kLRPXgrWlXZbnqb17IYVW/s700/20230916_145108.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJH_OtkM8AmGTF2Y7cKmkG3RybWFdZCAigu4HGnV5CisG3iWPFTPHkGRd6rQvOLOknXrHJeoGOhJWGMEtXEjpdGba0wUa6m3uw9MeABoltRI6WhOuf4iGRuwbk75agm2OiL6Cs9WQ0bM7dZRIuuesobGEzgwzRuP0h109W2J7kLRPXgrWlXZbnqb17IYVW/s320/20230916_145108.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDASknVWIBi3aCeJUOeebzsBada3UboxwBrMxppCZpW3YCoOr7Jt-npWJe6s6O7kYhJuXtbuSWWAx0hcmorhWAxira_uTGN0Ozh0uKYfSJIWGxNQVB3QCIcoIhhG3XaAeBYHFrgqAZzt0dtP88m7bIztepfE2aBkSGt8FaXsJimX2RTVy8qHLWjo-zVt8H/s700/20230916_145556.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDASknVWIBi3aCeJUOeebzsBada3UboxwBrMxppCZpW3YCoOr7Jt-npWJe6s6O7kYhJuXtbuSWWAx0hcmorhWAxira_uTGN0Ozh0uKYfSJIWGxNQVB3QCIcoIhhG3XaAeBYHFrgqAZzt0dtP88m7bIztepfE2aBkSGt8FaXsJimX2RTVy8qHLWjo-zVt8H/s320/20230916_145556.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>When I saw that all proceeds for people ordering the Ahi Poke Bowl special ($18.95) would go to Friends of Hawaii, I was sold. A bed of jasmine rice topped with delicious, fresh ahi, followed by peppers, scallions, cabbage, greens, wasabi mayo, avocado, sesame seeds, and nori seaweed strips.</div><div><br /></div><div>Hands down, one of the best meals of the trip. I thought the star was the wasabi mayo, bringing everything together. A perfect portion size.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggaF6snkCfxt1tT6fGyWXTMp8h19dhcP7tM-YBBFyjIYYozB7_QNVEQqqI1TsekxZWCqnthBUN7A7wFWTB6jyIsuz94CMxtGizw1mAKEQ7QCn4sjo21Q813IXvRjILr23MM0rYZ7OXHCWW6mdRSTuPRKpz7bKqTDIVtnsLWLCmNMf-ci8dMe-IO_D5IarZ/s700/20230916_145523.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggaF6snkCfxt1tT6fGyWXTMp8h19dhcP7tM-YBBFyjIYYozB7_QNVEQqqI1TsekxZWCqnthBUN7A7wFWTB6jyIsuz94CMxtGizw1mAKEQ7QCn4sjo21Q813IXvRjILr23MM0rYZ7OXHCWW6mdRSTuPRKpz7bKqTDIVtnsLWLCmNMf-ci8dMe-IO_D5IarZ/s320/20230916_145523.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1knkt8Qmhq5RST8xjpeLDvKn45r1qM_gVT580an6N7jGuVryqSB9YwLXdGQRicXN8EBTk1iieLhk4OfVV4O8_j76BfreIO4zzja9Xsgz2T4AJyxnAx9I0Wmx8YDOhb2REOZ_t4pPaaBKxNFkO4Y-XIybCgCXXQwT14UZpt2eFaoiNxrR6aHNNJVDPO5in/s700/20230916_151708.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1knkt8Qmhq5RST8xjpeLDvKn45r1qM_gVT580an6N7jGuVryqSB9YwLXdGQRicXN8EBTk1iieLhk4OfVV4O8_j76BfreIO4zzja9Xsgz2T4AJyxnAx9I0Wmx8YDOhb2REOZ_t4pPaaBKxNFkO4Y-XIybCgCXXQwT14UZpt2eFaoiNxrR6aHNNJVDPO5in/s320/20230916_151708.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Popular menu items otherwise include the Signature Bier Cheese Soup ($5.95 cup, $7.95 bowl); Jägerschnitzel ($18.95); and Stein Nachos featuring house-made tortilla chips ($17.95).</div><div><br /></div><div>As for beer, I got the Sediments of Memory Fresh Hop Hazy IPA, a collaboration between Ruse Brewing and Fort George Beer. Gotta support local when in the area, and August-September is always fresh hop season. This one had fresh hop Strata, Citra, and Simcoe hops.</div><div><br /></div><div>One of the best beers of the trip right here. Fruity, dank, delicious.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo2tX9zGlpnTLaXaH4oLj3qfDg1PArjeWD8PUpep3pA6uQAdQQ3SpU4h0VoZP0h7hNJON0Di_tuh6f-_z8K0rjapVei5PeFgO9UoD66B20rbRTMMnrhWlOQkPxr7oIUkjJv7Ok0biSD3auk354bcqYKrcmkt3yjhba7qB1UPtCrSblChZ9vaD2JxbANrj5/s700/20230916_IMG_8210.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo2tX9zGlpnTLaXaH4oLj3qfDg1PArjeWD8PUpep3pA6uQAdQQ3SpU4h0VoZP0h7hNJON0Di_tuh6f-_z8K0rjapVei5PeFgO9UoD66B20rbRTMMnrhWlOQkPxr7oIUkjJv7Ok0biSD3auk354bcqYKrcmkt3yjhba7qB1UPtCrSblChZ9vaD2JxbANrj5/s320/20230916_IMG_8210.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKeO5dChezXiVP8quMedT5cNGmX2Bm1-GrC76ne29US47X0c0WdTLlXaczgbJuc8ZbD_dyRx1DST1LMkakS5b0z4bMEquguowQD6v8lRuZ-GuKXy71a8W0Cm6_kLWUpiCVlaKv2FNLUVYE-UrElDeoh4nMfQG0-zwRobNMMs9uppeN6BfgiRwJryaONFMw/s900/20230916_151342.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="900" data-original-width="451" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKeO5dChezXiVP8quMedT5cNGmX2Bm1-GrC76ne29US47X0c0WdTLlXaczgbJuc8ZbD_dyRx1DST1LMkakS5b0z4bMEquguowQD6v8lRuZ-GuKXy71a8W0Cm6_kLWUpiCVlaKv2FNLUVYE-UrElDeoh4nMfQG0-zwRobNMMs9uppeN6BfgiRwJryaONFMw/s320/20230916_151342.jpg" width="160" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmhkV0JDpNNrwtK2Y46jjNz29qG0lT0H1k3MHRJMGBogQXrvmOyVQaqsNd1Dwmf_YsCtt66aKnD8sDrtXGUS9qdcFsR-AjRMCuZa3QIpvCRpbOiVUj40gwE_Lid4Gj1luZryMA3L1nxj2TSAta6BD62iD4t44faXiPx65Jh4LGk0s02YBk1K7j0YAe6dRR/s700/20230916_150329.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmhkV0JDpNNrwtK2Y46jjNz29qG0lT0H1k3MHRJMGBogQXrvmOyVQaqsNd1Dwmf_YsCtt66aKnD8sDrtXGUS9qdcFsR-AjRMCuZa3QIpvCRpbOiVUj40gwE_Lid4Gj1luZryMA3L1nxj2TSAta6BD62iD4t44faXiPx65Jh4LGk0s02YBk1K7j0YAe6dRR/s320/20230916_150329.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>While I wish I coulda stayed to drink more, different beers, we had a game to head to. Hopefully I'll be able to get back here, but this is clearly a popular spot with the locals - and for anyone else heading to a Ducks game. <b><span style="color: red;">9/10</span></b></div></div>Aaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09615946940409283733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417553726455153200.post-42266545634864497552023-10-23T00:00:00.098-10:002023-10-23T00:00:00.136-10:00La Vida CatrinaLa Vida Catrina is located on Broadway St NE in Salem, Oregon.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGyap6geuKMTbI6M_NDOpClPCIeJSqbIHV2Za0UTARl6F5VGrU7HOEDV9JKzBGdmnCf4ZdGtr-DGO48LqwztZOjjE2nDG1xnjgzn3klCKHQfSG721wge8Sm6eJ6M4OGOp0o97HCIbPCsqv2oGFLBdzzc3T1anq5cwj5_IFOcmM8hDCDzhhqkkyU7CYH8It/s700/20230915_172946.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGyap6geuKMTbI6M_NDOpClPCIeJSqbIHV2Za0UTARl6F5VGrU7HOEDV9JKzBGdmnCf4ZdGtr-DGO48LqwztZOjjE2nDG1xnjgzn3klCKHQfSG721wge8Sm6eJ6M4OGOp0o97HCIbPCsqv2oGFLBdzzc3T1anq5cwj5_IFOcmM8hDCDzhhqkkyU7CYH8It/s320/20230915_172946.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div><br /><div><br /></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div>Went back to my old stomping grounds of Salem for a couple days and met up with even more friends down there. One suggested La Vida Catrina for dinner, as she had gone there several times and enjoyed the food and drinks every time.</div><div><br /></div><div>Although Broadway is a busy street, there's parking in the back of the building, where you can enter via a side street and/or alleyway. Also, there's street parking on the side roads which will be free by the evening.</div><div><br /></div><div>Lots of different drinks here, especially various margaritas. The Mentirosa Margarita ($14) had chopped mango, home-cooked agave, fresh lime juice, Gran gala liqueur, and Milagro tequila. Sriracha is on the rim of the glass for added spice. Interesting and actually works pretty nicely.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-KiOjylDw7cf4YstTDgrmJk0pTCwHG0g-P2xKUkfp7XHZpybOS8iaC4NrBG06FyCi8yDn42mYkBg2cQLOrQjQvPHpFP26ONO6xJAdsI95Z6M_hglN9CyXWQWzQJ9Emb29qlrWCgPZibS4oQXkZ-KqxOsdpha9o29G3z1aDlP0FH9b0nY8246xBb3949HO/s700/20230915_173711.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-KiOjylDw7cf4YstTDgrmJk0pTCwHG0g-P2xKUkfp7XHZpybOS8iaC4NrBG06FyCi8yDn42mYkBg2cQLOrQjQvPHpFP26ONO6xJAdsI95Z6M_hglN9CyXWQWzQJ9Emb29qlrWCgPZibS4oQXkZ-KqxOsdpha9o29G3z1aDlP0FH9b0nY8246xBb3949HO/s320/20230915_173711.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTEBz3FMrNAtgb3jzjJxtnSlrne3tHoZBOQ6YTKwDSMdmX6Yz01isc9jpcaY8iN65Ca9DSROP2uG3fymT3kl5lSryf7UHLI3Puw0d9hOXH1geDszorr2ycS4SpYeTDR4bxsFrjyY14A7QtZ-ZbTtl42qCTaN4AJDyS-Qh3pIIp0v9w4S6KbzilbPPwsxwQ/s700/20230915_175646.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTEBz3FMrNAtgb3jzjJxtnSlrne3tHoZBOQ6YTKwDSMdmX6Yz01isc9jpcaY8iN65Ca9DSROP2uG3fymT3kl5lSryf7UHLI3Puw0d9hOXH1geDszorr2ycS4SpYeTDR4bxsFrjyY14A7QtZ-ZbTtl42qCTaN4AJDyS-Qh3pIIp0v9w4S6KbzilbPPwsxwQ/s320/20230915_175646.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Since there were four of us, we had to get a platter of guacamole ($15) to go with our salsa and chips. Some serrano chiles in the guacamole for added kick. My friend noted that may have been papaya, mango, or some other tropical fruit on the side of the guacamole.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvIgZzyJQtuIYuctFtmLmprLHDjf2Lsm7ZGGGGDy3wlG_6fOmTjFGkQWwRv42Ktxv43m3PqkIsiTKBp5P7n7d-vbB-BC4VRZuBREDZGAp64VD8OERttxdyVTo9MGxxvM3SWOx9dFDzJhgXC2b8q-1pW3C0pAqmpG8NN2w_IN6QNIH_WQdZJJwZzQydxTAL/s700/20230915_180148.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvIgZzyJQtuIYuctFtmLmprLHDjf2Lsm7ZGGGGDy3wlG_6fOmTjFGkQWwRv42Ktxv43m3PqkIsiTKBp5P7n7d-vbB-BC4VRZuBREDZGAp64VD8OERttxdyVTo9MGxxvM3SWOx9dFDzJhgXC2b8q-1pW3C0pAqmpG8NN2w_IN6QNIH_WQdZJJwZzQydxTAL/s320/20230915_180148.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>The Halibut Tacos ($24) included pan-seared halibut, pico de gallo, cabbage, avocado, cilantro aioli, and cheese, with white rice and black beans on the side. Wonderfully cooked halibut/ The pico and the crunchy cabbage helped liven up the dish. Still, the entree was a small portion for the price, but it at least allowed us to fill up more with guacamole and tortilla chips.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggsKP4W4g5gyRaIQPHTxljgnwmJsWF0Mo0ONqgbUslOqSRnkpudgzKVgTmo6ZNSqNW35T-BoAAJgl0znq14arILpdXs1hi9wHSEyMdMww-apgrltmqXpcI0TLQR44Mw-jQYXgxDatrC__NGOHBpdRPSuS1i8PVN8iBP9JwmYCG9NEWxdeNlGQd2KE7jz8P/s700/20230915_175214.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="472" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggsKP4W4g5gyRaIQPHTxljgnwmJsWF0Mo0ONqgbUslOqSRnkpudgzKVgTmo6ZNSqNW35T-BoAAJgl0znq14arILpdXs1hi9wHSEyMdMww-apgrltmqXpcI0TLQR44Mw-jQYXgxDatrC__NGOHBpdRPSuS1i8PVN8iBP9JwmYCG9NEWxdeNlGQd2KE7jz8P/s320/20230915_175214.jpg" width="216" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTtMeKExsqr4HKTA70uI5S2PTM55W1kp00k6YchpbZwyu18DP_kskq9ZpHLXvc7x_Vwr7MFq1nqA-OlDp0A4piZqzVYHWfyTv5dWiK2m66BiDNSVvv8QG0Sp1MBkhAzf__cqsosi93mRoi2FjDDPoLrLgKBUGkkdi0d-wKFTxxx2oYdjV8rtupUjqhPVu1/s700/20230915_181424.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTtMeKExsqr4HKTA70uI5S2PTM55W1kp00k6YchpbZwyu18DP_kskq9ZpHLXvc7x_Vwr7MFq1nqA-OlDp0A4piZqzVYHWfyTv5dWiK2m66BiDNSVvv8QG0Sp1MBkhAzf__cqsosi93mRoi2FjDDPoLrLgKBUGkkdi0d-wKFTxxx2oYdjV8rtupUjqhPVu1/s320/20230915_181424.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgk8xN9dH-lp7DzUSjnLuNXC0UVwEBmo77OXT0F4GiscX6B0DYjQCx03D3pJG_mA97wtBielKPRuIvYEDwolhriNUpIstxDQNqPSJTY27CcmeM1wD5L-HoFvtLUqJrNeUjDSjOLDTyECw1vsarH_OSBXX9SD6gcJLbeSp-AsLW9nY6lO6xcfQIMaEDFWEAe/s700/20230915_181430.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgk8xN9dH-lp7DzUSjnLuNXC0UVwEBmo77OXT0F4GiscX6B0DYjQCx03D3pJG_mA97wtBielKPRuIvYEDwolhriNUpIstxDQNqPSJTY27CcmeM1wD5L-HoFvtLUqJrNeUjDSjOLDTyECw1vsarH_OSBXX9SD6gcJLbeSp-AsLW9nY6lO6xcfQIMaEDFWEAe/s320/20230915_181430.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>My friend allowed me to try one of the Chicken Flautas ($18) which looked much more substantial in size and portion. Basically a rolled-up taco and deep-fried, the tortilla puffed up even more for added crunch. Unfortunately, I forgot to take a picture of those flautas, but I'm sure they're on Yelp somewhere.</div><div><br /></div><div>When all was said and done, all our food and drinks, with tip, came to about $145. The panda isn't used to spending that kind of money on one meal, but my wallet will live to see another day. Besides, it's more than worth it when being around great company.</div><div><br /></div><div>Wonderful service here. Salem has gained a lot of great food and drink spots since I left the area in 2012. It makes me wish I could visit more often. La Vida Catrina would be on my list of places to return to. <b><span style="color: red;">8.5/10</span></b></div></div>Aaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09615946940409283733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417553726455153200.post-9331396365859419612023-10-16T00:00:00.101-10:002023-10-16T00:00:00.144-10:00O'Dear Bar and GrillO'Dear Bar and Grill is located on NE Sandy Blvd in Portland, Oregon.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn1p5ASTuFstFX7Xn_n9UBa5AXOfVEPzMoGzJOf6LssfBAwsYrUwt3R5IJ1nH68d7Ss36c3HOQsupFQRSTm2S3caywMRswm4t2hh2edioEpWSf_FjEZdAjqpEBPj3dy7u1qKrWtbh7j2tj4tAEtfXVxkF0uDaRBOzPSRH3EI4fX9PLoVyxx5sOJ-sDx8bN/s700/20230914_185714.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn1p5ASTuFstFX7Xn_n9UBa5AXOfVEPzMoGzJOf6LssfBAwsYrUwt3R5IJ1nH68d7Ss36c3HOQsupFQRSTm2S3caywMRswm4t2hh2edioEpWSf_FjEZdAjqpEBPj3dy7u1qKrWtbh7j2tj4tAEtfXVxkF0uDaRBOzPSRH3EI4fX9PLoVyxx5sOJ-sDx8bN/s320/20230914_185714.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /><div><br /></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div>Continuing my several-day adventure back to the Pacific NW, I had a lot of friends to catch up with while in the area. Although I pretty much would only be in Portland on weekdays, one of my friends was available for dinner.</div><div><br /></div><div>In all my years living near Portland, I never went to O'Dear, and rarely ventured east of where I-205 and Sandy Blvd meet. Good ol' Yelp suggested this one.</div><div><br /></div><div>It feels like a typical dive bar, no frills and really meant more for the locals than any tourists. Especially on a weeknight, it's very quiet, with few people coming in.</div><div><br /></div><div>The menu drew me here, a lot of unusual or uncommon twists on bar food. Examples included Mahogany Wings with a spicy Korean sauce ($13); their O'Dear Burger that includes elk, bison, and wild boar in their patty ($18+), and a Mediterranean Lamb Burger ($18+).</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3V2tbiwLxnd7IJhXze11tThl0jQXXnCQk_719z9qqoLMWb53eG0eAS5R3Jz0AT2JrFGk0H06dDtbPfIpYE1DjCHsiY9DDuBPAKol-haBewGf9kKiYWPkIdPXgrFwgXVxomBqoZoLLmJJv2PVD3HwZJkNPJceUCk-OBsyC_iUR9T7JLNgZo6swmVIDs582/s700/20230914_192124.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3V2tbiwLxnd7IJhXze11tThl0jQXXnCQk_719z9qqoLMWb53eG0eAS5R3Jz0AT2JrFGk0H06dDtbPfIpYE1DjCHsiY9DDuBPAKol-haBewGf9kKiYWPkIdPXgrFwgXVxomBqoZoLLmJJv2PVD3HwZJkNPJceUCk-OBsyC_iUR9T7JLNgZo6swmVIDs582/s320/20230914_192124.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>If I wasn't still stuffed from the food I had at Hudson's Bar and Grill, I probably woulda dove head-first into any of the above. Alas, to avoid getting wheelbarrowed out of this bar, Mom and I decided to split a meal.</div><div><br /></div><div>We made room for the Punjabi Tacos ($13): Indian-spiced lamb, red onion date chutney, shredded red cabbage, and tzatziki with grilled house naan. Two tacos with some additional veggies in the center, including sliced cucumbers and radishes.</div><div><br /></div><div>The chutney or toppings used also may have had mint in it. Tender, diced lamb, not very gamy, with pleasing Indian spice. The naan looked house-made, more irregular shaped or not uniformed. Overall a tasty dish.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiU1LOn84pOj1J8-j0LKnI2TCtt7HmlCluvZtALsOxMpCHU4AEAvwXGAz9LxCGPU-Br76A-f0zVzDox_V7xJQ5svPXC09x9S-PJGIgF7SgToyjGipaq4v-00h9fWEyNV-6HFcAoGF6B5zvW_hQGPm_EEetYtDMtxnUXQGEyfB2JC18Ct7il1gEtMqihDQtC/s700/20230914_194040.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiU1LOn84pOj1J8-j0LKnI2TCtt7HmlCluvZtALsOxMpCHU4AEAvwXGAz9LxCGPU-Br76A-f0zVzDox_V7xJQ5svPXC09x9S-PJGIgF7SgToyjGipaq4v-00h9fWEyNV-6HFcAoGF6B5zvW_hQGPm_EEetYtDMtxnUXQGEyfB2JC18Ct7il1gEtMqihDQtC/s320/20230914_194040.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYKjclonOdfsUntpTElWUcf9WI0qvUFgthqwonoDnRl17OEJfKLZzjGzEhHC-V2dDzoUokj2KHhuy5zbYY5A2SrShsLS9y_geTpUZ8urLlthZRDPQxH10EDFFRM90U4qNWaR8qHJwwGL99PyCNceYsyeqIUygPdn3IjvTDH8wIE5NPRpWnSq8E_M6O_qfA/s700/20230914_194049.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYKjclonOdfsUntpTElWUcf9WI0qvUFgthqwonoDnRl17OEJfKLZzjGzEhHC-V2dDzoUokj2KHhuy5zbYY5A2SrShsLS9y_geTpUZ8urLlthZRDPQxH10EDFFRM90U4qNWaR8qHJwwGL99PyCNceYsyeqIUygPdn3IjvTDH8wIE5NPRpWnSq8E_M6O_qfA/s320/20230914_194049.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Also, beer thirty was a must while visiting friends. Initially I wanted a can of pFriem Hazy IPA, but after learning they were out, switched to the trusty Boneyard IPA. Not a ton of beer options listed, though.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDbHdDPCxD56WyYwJE6mz_U5tUJGccyGs3WasmN2ssgryjNEGnVlcUwplbYB_KyzkVlhdi9q_VeSE5lRIH0wXVZYkp8xwkQuEKvbwh6tYlxk7R-GunAmxi9ThWb_iwfeCVf67FHdvPT8A1VuwcC_bWoTjy5xs-5N9IwsOUZ0-SwBm5d9La8hzT8fc6lJ6q/s700/20230914_193553.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDbHdDPCxD56WyYwJE6mz_U5tUJGccyGs3WasmN2ssgryjNEGnVlcUwplbYB_KyzkVlhdi9q_VeSE5lRIH0wXVZYkp8xwkQuEKvbwh6tYlxk7R-GunAmxi9ThWb_iwfeCVf67FHdvPT8A1VuwcC_bWoTjy5xs-5N9IwsOUZ0-SwBm5d9La8hzT8fc6lJ6q/s320/20230914_193553.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuacsG5Pvw1duLHQutGwIFCdJ0QigZQoqHX9aWyneNv0_cXIr_TUVgsvvl4QI9SheRGKrW52KnURjkWBij9MRmj479mJB-hOpwV0YKwldGyLdhTfvqOTKWSNqFlIGG1YazmMnbrgiVtvmYAukOkdF85IKSSxIYEA0dgv6G0J0OQo7bQdqsNDnjVRkplRXB/s700/20230914_193507.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuacsG5Pvw1duLHQutGwIFCdJ0QigZQoqHX9aWyneNv0_cXIr_TUVgsvvl4QI9SheRGKrW52KnURjkWBij9MRmj479mJB-hOpwV0YKwldGyLdhTfvqOTKWSNqFlIGG1YazmMnbrgiVtvmYAukOkdF85IKSSxIYEA0dgv6G0J0OQo7bQdqsNDnjVRkplRXB/s320/20230914_193507.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Despite not having a lot of people, I think our server forgot us quite a bit, as we were on the other side of the wall from where the bar was. Either way, it gave me more time to catch up with a friend I haven't seen in nearly four years.</div><div><br /></div><div>I would love to return and try other menu items. O'Dear was a nice spot well away from downtown and worth a try if you're in the area. <b><span style="color: red;">7.5/10</span></b></div></div>Aaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09615946940409283733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417553726455153200.post-26239374250817273352023-10-09T00:00:00.002-10:002023-10-09T00:00:00.164-10:00Hudson's Bar and GrillHudson's Bar and Grill is located on NE Greenwood Drive in Vancouver, Washington.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlvyGJQkVXOSsKmXFvq-GtKDdxbY8cbs2wij8fmIBony0SGvHIRr1rSHPetagMu348re4SnAapiCUbXW5goXdJ5nMFeA7mOl9kTa8QQ8USORknOT7i6yLfgxlBJx_1hkTZUxLcHP1kVzTeqUj3eS7uun7_soNpm2GXO6Oo2GWyvE7nHg3Qa1o18EiqXs5M/s700/20230914_135118.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlvyGJQkVXOSsKmXFvq-GtKDdxbY8cbs2wij8fmIBony0SGvHIRr1rSHPetagMu348re4SnAapiCUbXW5goXdJ5nMFeA7mOl9kTa8QQ8USORknOT7i6yLfgxlBJx_1hkTZUxLcHP1kVzTeqUj3eS7uun7_soNpm2GXO6Oo2GWyvE7nHg3Qa1o18EiqXs5M/s320/20230914_135118.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div><br /><div><br /></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div>I recently took a trip back to the Pacific NW to see friends and visit my property manager. First time back in nearly four years, and while some things have changed (mainly some small businesses closing), most have stayed the same.</div><div><br /></div><div>My property manager suggested we try Hudson's Bar and Grill, since it was close to her workplace. I recall coming here for a law-related function, possibly a CLE, many years ago.</div><div><br /></div><div>My eyes darted right to the "all-day brunch menu", which is served from 8 AM to 2 PM. There's a mix of breakfast entrees and lunch favorites.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjREdRuDMn6_cpURO9YVxXpRcfa_2r2YwcJ_C9rseS89ivESR4ELz3Uuxp0NlcmqyW-yGR1OiHTGKBfa91gmzKnx-KeOT4EPPMc4W-hv7AIzYB9BbKmR1MjxqV3acJlymZVgezlbnveumgFilwSd_Kj1y4UKGYVO6gaWMbS7F5pQkBaLX_5LwZgkQGrEMm2/s700/20230914_122327.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjREdRuDMn6_cpURO9YVxXpRcfa_2r2YwcJ_C9rseS89ivESR4ELz3Uuxp0NlcmqyW-yGR1OiHTGKBfa91gmzKnx-KeOT4EPPMc4W-hv7AIzYB9BbKmR1MjxqV3acJlymZVgezlbnveumgFilwSd_Kj1y4UKGYVO6gaWMbS7F5pQkBaLX_5LwZgkQGrEMm2/s320/20230914_122327.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>I ordered the Hudson's Corned Beef Hash ($17): Bell peppers, onions, house-made corned beef hash, a dijon cream sauce, two poached eggs, and choice of toast (I got wheat).</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh26L_c1eAa4dBp_6wvA6CauVpBW_kh-G3RvnwRlPWyIMOW-yg_WbrXu5RxniJXgED0VXyiod3G_XiE_TeFqHYN9LbbrLHrfvpbcdFbysUclcXdVwprpUBpkSIBKMkuxJdzJCrxBsm55NyloCw2RunuLXL_g6nQpRKqRawffLPivXtgPSWbU4FQc36xQwXe/s700/20230914_122509.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh26L_c1eAa4dBp_6wvA6CauVpBW_kh-G3RvnwRlPWyIMOW-yg_WbrXu5RxniJXgED0VXyiod3G_XiE_TeFqHYN9LbbrLHrfvpbcdFbysUclcXdVwprpUBpkSIBKMkuxJdzJCrxBsm55NyloCw2RunuLXL_g6nQpRKqRawffLPivXtgPSWbU4FQc36xQwXe/s320/20230914_122509.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFVGGOBlBG34wtVT_ayx9b695zNZkxe7t9s3BU5FGhN5jtNOkfUi02D8JActgW_wMfz1Ctpr9W65Si-XJJB2KLTAkAER0WjJi_kXDK-8FytgzCywFirDyGR_gfPpUwJAOv_FRGGBSIq_-v1TghSNNyX50VTFKX6YiVnIXO_zyITkpjsV6YU23Bx5phAPIh/s700/20230914_124834.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFVGGOBlBG34wtVT_ayx9b695zNZkxe7t9s3BU5FGhN5jtNOkfUi02D8JActgW_wMfz1Ctpr9W65Si-XJJB2KLTAkAER0WjJi_kXDK-8FytgzCywFirDyGR_gfPpUwJAOv_FRGGBSIq_-v1TghSNNyX50VTFKX6YiVnIXO_zyITkpjsV6YU23Bx5phAPIh/s320/20230914_124834.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2bz7zA-xDT4Rvip25umFCCml_rhuClnzeYGRxZj96VpBTPzzBms2_wUBgVUuvG-gzgUB1OjnwL6C5S4pn7zjy4wCOaEGisG332RqojNLlWy1iujkxb4zqZ0R-73GT45-JEn_Z_tJ4BC7Bg0CciGW_r6TzVANtACpehW-x-dXmsQ_z2qo5jBNx3BiGPdY6/s700/20230914_124845.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2bz7zA-xDT4Rvip25umFCCml_rhuClnzeYGRxZj96VpBTPzzBms2_wUBgVUuvG-gzgUB1OjnwL6C5S4pn7zjy4wCOaEGisG332RqojNLlWy1iujkxb4zqZ0R-73GT45-JEn_Z_tJ4BC7Bg0CciGW_r6TzVANtACpehW-x-dXmsQ_z2qo5jBNx3BiGPdY6/s320/20230914_124845.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Amazing hash. Tender chunks or shreds of corned beef among perfectly cooked peppers and onions, with the dijon cream sauce pulling everything together.</div><div><br /></div><div>Eggs looked perfectly runny to start, but of course the residual heat from the hash kept cooking the eggs until the yolk cooked completely. No issues here, as I would rather enjoy hot, tasty food.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghUACxTDFjE5vxC4BOZ34c3retlBecyjA2tD0VgUMFycJzxaPyx9ms8Njvx-qa1pe7Y_ySlIaa6vKV7_7QvIYu8XWIKLVcS3Ezu0DGFaCP7Pq_8Rk718y9vv2weoH25W5jkLqyIMoodZeSGpcBggKJ7ypyEC4gb7C4GVr0cQKWVBymfbO6lkwvJ_1kq5RZ/s700/20230914_124900.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghUACxTDFjE5vxC4BOZ34c3retlBecyjA2tD0VgUMFycJzxaPyx9ms8Njvx-qa1pe7Y_ySlIaa6vKV7_7QvIYu8XWIKLVcS3Ezu0DGFaCP7Pq_8Rk718y9vv2weoH25W5jkLqyIMoodZeSGpcBggKJ7ypyEC4gb7C4GVr0cQKWVBymfbO6lkwvJ_1kq5RZ/s320/20230914_124900.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Mom enjoyed the Huevos Rancheros ($15): Two eggs cooked any style (overeasy here), chorizo and beans hash, fried tortillas, arbol pepper cream, cilantro cream, and queso fresco.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPrAyR-1qsgvJJFSykVqUYLmP8ll7Z4F_q0JMUwB2npbEBiasqs2CyMEGLQFBNLnSzzbirk8OYBM0aEQDwwjY-2DMxFkDvcXBPxIBWzgjKxGDc4eVgh5gxogib11nmWQWzVv39qw5McVj-SnGA0PvXP62s4bgMTiWqtqxJF6H1HbRVztGsnAILQtFOQcwv/s700/20230914_124747.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPrAyR-1qsgvJJFSykVqUYLmP8ll7Z4F_q0JMUwB2npbEBiasqs2CyMEGLQFBNLnSzzbirk8OYBM0aEQDwwjY-2DMxFkDvcXBPxIBWzgjKxGDc4eVgh5gxogib11nmWQWzVv39qw5McVj-SnGA0PvXP62s4bgMTiWqtqxJF6H1HbRVztGsnAILQtFOQcwv/s320/20230914_124747.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>I forgot to take a picture of my property manager's bowl of Salmon Chowder ($8), but she raved about it. Even just a cup of that chowder ($6) would be a great introduction (or re-introduction) to the Pacific NW. </div><div><br /></div><div>Huge portions here, you'll easily get your money's worth. It was this place that got Mom and I to start sharing meals more often throughout the trip. The panda can no longer eat a ton, but luckily no one had to wheelbarrow me out of here.</div><div><br /></div><div>Great service and not very busy for a weekday lunch. It can get a bit pricey depending on what you order, but Hudson's gets a solid high recommendation from me. <b><span style="color: red;">8.75/10</span></b></div></div>Aaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09615946940409283733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417553726455153200.post-1576275666525307262023-10-02T00:00:00.000-10:002023-10-02T00:00:00.139-10:00S7 Icy Bubble (Aiea)S7 Icy Bubble has multiple locations on Oahu. This blog post covers the spot located at the Waimalu Shopping Center, on Kamehameha Hwy, in Aiea, Hawaii.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvNR7o0hN2PlksIlvsAZBBd3ImFPJlpQmZhYv-KiiaE08J052tiMI4XxSFvoXMBfFnIGEMiNvRHhqZJIpWLMM8DIgdI5LVvkHFNdJYAHc8GqNdnMRaIpRmYllLgM_oTAF3QTq-Xda4WJGmOREz4sgTGqA3l5cbzuLsuAIQ1I3mSslWJkInHFC-kd9NqDUP/s700/2023.08.26_IB1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvNR7o0hN2PlksIlvsAZBBd3ImFPJlpQmZhYv-KiiaE08J052tiMI4XxSFvoXMBfFnIGEMiNvRHhqZJIpWLMM8DIgdI5LVvkHFNdJYAHc8GqNdnMRaIpRmYllLgM_oTAF3QTq-Xda4WJGmOREz4sgTGqA3l5cbzuLsuAIQ1I3mSslWJkInHFC-kd9NqDUP/s320/2023.08.26_IB1.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div><br /><div><br /></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div>When I saw the rolled ice cream options on the menu, I knew I had to try this place for science. Of all places, I had my first rolled ice cream experience <b><i><a href="https://www.foodreviews.aaronwakamatsu.com/2018/01/fried-ice-and-bubble-tea.html">in Arizona</a></i></b>, then wanted more ever since.</div><div><br /></div><div>I asked the cashier about the popular flavors, and Cookies & Cream is by far the most popular.</div><div><br /></div><div>Since I'm a fan of fruity flavors, I went with the Bana Berry (around $6.50). It looks like a strawberry ice cream blend, with frozen banana and strawberry mixed into the ice cream itself. Around 4-5 rolls of ice cream per serving, then topped with fresh sliced banana, one fresh strawberry, whipped cream, sprinkles, and chocolate sauce.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ-vO6MJx2hTlghbaq_ZNy-28WoLf7r9qvZQAiHxTDjRyepkhuuITwzjoUV7jjUc3mOg9_47f9W-c2VhO1xdcojHbi-KMmbpLCdjkhVKpHu6YQumRucXY9K4iShM8UPT-L-B4-_rpDEebbNfYt9qG_oJsxD01m7Rc82p8mGg-X0XbgQ72-iwaT4WmNXg-Y/s700/2023.08.26_IB2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ-vO6MJx2hTlghbaq_ZNy-28WoLf7r9qvZQAiHxTDjRyepkhuuITwzjoUV7jjUc3mOg9_47f9W-c2VhO1xdcojHbi-KMmbpLCdjkhVKpHu6YQumRucXY9K4iShM8UPT-L-B4-_rpDEebbNfYt9qG_oJsxD01m7Rc82p8mGg-X0XbgQ72-iwaT4WmNXg-Y/s320/2023.08.26_IB2.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPZtZHXXzmD_AfX_xLRgxNixtbvfyPafAk4Snr20j9dLcQMO7PEqkp7JWmM-4NWUauQu206-vtXsGn_sGbAQWciMcpKSUlSChh8OCgsfG7kAtcTzPsvmbHJdwSHVw1nAu8FKzOD7-1n3efg6FAQKtLc73h0c967TdjtcldgR_Boobfk_r_4S69p1aqHkGU/s700/2023.08.26_IB3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPZtZHXXzmD_AfX_xLRgxNixtbvfyPafAk4Snr20j9dLcQMO7PEqkp7JWmM-4NWUauQu206-vtXsGn_sGbAQWciMcpKSUlSChh8OCgsfG7kAtcTzPsvmbHJdwSHVw1nAu8FKzOD7-1n3efg6FAQKtLc73h0c967TdjtcldgR_Boobfk_r_4S69p1aqHkGU/s320/2023.08.26_IB3.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>The anti-griddle is near the cash register, so you'll be able to see the ice cream made and rolled as you wait.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmjmzg9CFNRbM-paKL4dUPrdEaFlwuyULCpSMUayAC7uH1SVfJuWcer7KbEWyhehelSkniMd1aRa5F72PCJbv1ehoJxtFPBU7SVDR_h8uMZ13VVP8NpyUQa858Y-MIAwsVzFE9cbb-_9xJTMWFJnRVbKWUgTNLsuP-BrtXIYXJzQAT4AGGya67DPELptsX/s700/2023.08.26_IB4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmjmzg9CFNRbM-paKL4dUPrdEaFlwuyULCpSMUayAC7uH1SVfJuWcer7KbEWyhehelSkniMd1aRa5F72PCJbv1ehoJxtFPBU7SVDR_h8uMZ13VVP8NpyUQa858Y-MIAwsVzFE9cbb-_9xJTMWFJnRVbKWUgTNLsuP-BrtXIYXJzQAT4AGGya67DPELptsX/s320/2023.08.26_IB4.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZXUXVwfjkQQea3KFYEzDlkJNUVRSvlihmeMv-YlsMVU6VjQEppBJQ__VlRycnrQPxlf6lEJMtW787TrZiotsrE8EA8PEtWAtVVN9SRyzioBhRNaIeRJwx07D7liWpynRuelHkMTfZjjdV1a_JU7tdzseKQu1HW8azx-FVEbYBpQPX4dzQPZnWzNN-lvAi/s700/2023.08.26_IB5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZXUXVwfjkQQea3KFYEzDlkJNUVRSvlihmeMv-YlsMVU6VjQEppBJQ__VlRycnrQPxlf6lEJMtW787TrZiotsrE8EA8PEtWAtVVN9SRyzioBhRNaIeRJwx07D7liWpynRuelHkMTfZjjdV1a_JU7tdzseKQu1HW8azx-FVEbYBpQPX4dzQPZnWzNN-lvAi/s320/2023.08.26_IB5.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Huge recommend here. Creamy ice cream, with the mashed frozen fruit blending in wonderfully (no large frozen fruit chunks here). Fresh fruit on top keeps that fruit theme consistent. If anything, I'd have strawberry sauce - or any other type of berry sauce - drizzled on top instead.</div></div><div><br /></div><div>When stopping in around 11:30 AM on a Saturday, there was no line. But maybe less than an hour later, several groups - mostly young families - stopped in for their post-lunch dessert. There's also various merchandise for sale along the left-side shelves.</div><div><br /></div><div>As of this blog post, S7 Icy Bubble is open daily from 10:30 AM to 9 PM. And it's probably not a bad choice to get dessert before your main meal. <b><span style="color: red;">8.25/10</span></b></div>Aaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09615946940409283733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417553726455153200.post-89141509343974716362023-09-25T00:00:00.000-10:002023-09-25T00:00:00.139-10:00Straight Outta HuskStraight Outta Husk is located within Palama Market at the Waimalu Shopping Center, on Kamehameha Hwy, in Aiea, Hawaii.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnoceZZCMllWLwrKfr-HdXrIkQKIWz4b2WMmEwnj7ErrXwicYIDxjEyxMkqI6vuLIKE9IOGg2yQ5C576NjvkZHjXNpCWeA-jyKRBO-sSdkO3IU1MqhjDpuxYJ5_Jy8JTbG_dHGFTPHp8h31QN2OlZMCtiUOnQwG-NV-KU-H14cBN7hPabgPAYbylPccsAV/s700/2023.08.26_SH1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnoceZZCMllWLwrKfr-HdXrIkQKIWz4b2WMmEwnj7ErrXwicYIDxjEyxMkqI6vuLIKE9IOGg2yQ5C576NjvkZHjXNpCWeA-jyKRBO-sSdkO3IU1MqhjDpuxYJ5_Jy8JTbG_dHGFTPHp8h31QN2OlZMCtiUOnQwG-NV-KU-H14cBN7hPabgPAYbylPccsAV/s320/2023.08.26_SH1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><div><br /></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div>My parents have gone to Palama Market several times, but mainly to just buy the bentos by the cash register. On the left side by the main entrance/exit, Straight Outta Husk has some dine-in tables and a takeout window.</div><div><br /></div><div>Based on the Yelp reviews, they've been around as far back as January 2021. They mainly serve different proteins inside a taco, burrito, torta, or tostada. Straight Outta Husk also has 3-4 rotating tamale options and a dessert. There's no menu that I could find, just the sign outside with the general menu choices.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMjscNMfoZBWb5tWLxryEZBjt9RTNjV7rKx0ZXbc8QlRvglDMf9PcNbvd-eL9gZc3RTMgiq_vWkLo4KztFDrA-wolSaTlzBlQwPIB5mVJtQ6_VhExmqzxJlK2e3rsJFfvDoDnNoOslghr0GIxyy1-_qkuUvRlYXLCpKfkhqVDb_n761Yvd42AZJMj6IJWq/s700/2023.08.26_SH2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMjscNMfoZBWb5tWLxryEZBjt9RTNjV7rKx0ZXbc8QlRvglDMf9PcNbvd-eL9gZc3RTMgiq_vWkLo4KztFDrA-wolSaTlzBlQwPIB5mVJtQ6_VhExmqzxJlK2e3rsJFfvDoDnNoOslghr0GIxyy1-_qkuUvRlYXLCpKfkhqVDb_n761Yvd42AZJMj6IJWq/s320/2023.08.26_SH2.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>The Lengua Tacos (around $6 for one) are excellent. Generous portions of shredded, tender lengua inside a single street-taco-sized corn tortilla, topped with onions, cilantro, and guacamole. Likely simpler seasonings on the lengua itself, just a good, beefy experience.</div><div><br /></div><div>Tacos also come with two lime wedges and a small container of salsa roja, maybe mild-medium in heat level for the average person.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE5lRAe2kbsKQaKRufqB2k_bcYJgiiqQZ6h0gLMhRX_uiVi4xIVOfA9BaVBA2sXK_jxxz7nQB1eQ0Z8J7PGDT76qJvxSngAE8mwm_665y3DGblhyk3ltBfC9ZyTt3IzU6hmVIWa9YOw-P7axaclRGkMT9qeyRLLtE2x1EjjLvmJx5Tfcb2e_jkK528XlI8/s700/2023.08.26_SH3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE5lRAe2kbsKQaKRufqB2k_bcYJgiiqQZ6h0gLMhRX_uiVi4xIVOfA9BaVBA2sXK_jxxz7nQB1eQ0Z8J7PGDT76qJvxSngAE8mwm_665y3DGblhyk3ltBfC9ZyTt3IzU6hmVIWa9YOw-P7axaclRGkMT9qeyRLLtE2x1EjjLvmJx5Tfcb2e_jkK528XlI8/s320/2023.08.26_SH3.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKjoSn2sdCjVLbjXtKyOwYrmEfXWRHna8NU9HT-fkWC0VWgP9ge396uCfddRF9kFaraPFTrkWo9adwPIyLV1BXqorrraZTMPOjMO3_AlqR2Go3-iNP7vgeHmHGR81rlnG0Q__R7Sxcq6mCtrq0OFNP31VX8HHeDO9o5yxdSU1sh56XnhUCKeMklISjpQUs/s700/2023.08.26_SH4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKjoSn2sdCjVLbjXtKyOwYrmEfXWRHna8NU9HT-fkWC0VWgP9ge396uCfddRF9kFaraPFTrkWo9adwPIyLV1BXqorrraZTMPOjMO3_AlqR2Go3-iNP7vgeHmHGR81rlnG0Q__R7Sxcq6mCtrq0OFNP31VX8HHeDO9o5yxdSU1sh56XnhUCKeMklISjpQUs/s320/2023.08.26_SH4.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My friend got one pollo asada taco, which she enjoyed</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div><br /></div><div>While I enjoyed the service and the food, it just seems on the pricier side for my liking. I realize inflation went through the roof in the past three years, but my bill eclipsed $19 for three small tacos - no rice or beans with that.</div><div><br /></div><div>At the time of this blog post, Straight Outta Husk is open just three days per week: Tue and Sat from 11-6, and Fri from 11-4. They have social media that will probably post something if the hours are affected.</div><div><br /></div><div>I'm happy that there are more places in Hawaii these days serving authentic Mexican food. If you're in the mood for some, Straight Outta Husk is a solid option. <b><span style="color: red;">8/10</span></b></div></div>Aaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09615946940409283733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417553726455153200.post-897847456252151792023-09-18T00:00:00.000-10:002023-09-18T00:00:00.138-10:00CeCe's PatisserieCeCe's Patisserie is located on Kamehameha Hwy, in the Pearl Kai Shopping Center, in Aiea, Hawaii.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgejBzrfYf4kTQejhr1nBrPkMDMy9pxsF8787RUYu0rUS3e-BDUXXCujGJbwroKmcdIBsVmcRMwKcOz9GfCDMILGfojl-RPwD7REyJdenIk3HWHgyYfA8aBlCYeKluwefCDUhEHgGr-Wav54yBPwe9_x-f_kPw926pRJWbqqfH4ZpyAsEq13qYyFRDtie4-/s700/2023.08.23_CP1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgejBzrfYf4kTQejhr1nBrPkMDMy9pxsF8787RUYu0rUS3e-BDUXXCujGJbwroKmcdIBsVmcRMwKcOz9GfCDMILGfojl-RPwD7REyJdenIk3HWHgyYfA8aBlCYeKluwefCDUhEHgGr-Wav54yBPwe9_x-f_kPw926pRJWbqqfH4ZpyAsEq13qYyFRDtie4-/s320/2023.08.23_CP1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /><div><br /></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div>CeCe's opened in mid-February <b><i><a href="https://www.khon2.com/local-news/new-bakery-helping-youth-and-supporting-local/">hoping to teach youths various skills</a></i></b>, such as cooking, baking, reading, and doing math. They also support multiple farmer's market vendors.</div></div><div><br /></div><div>Immediately when stepping in, I saw glass cases of different pastries and snacks. I couldn't find a menu online or in the store, but there's an array of options, including mini pies (5" diameter), cookies, brownies, and more.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbZGe_22Aw1CUqSuHY32O9YOTfgEHkOzrBQeKy1cFfsP3qOOm4wjkI1FFxwfwrYSYCeOstYbb1mmF1eMziZCqzmYjetD4liwyzyF9uorI7hSkrBg4FBggmN_zf-twjS0OdCuF48WvysWppFZtzzxlX8or6wNuZhZ3mQ0Fzj7JNgOrMfBxwFfyDNiIVbDxa/s700/2023.08.23_CP3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbZGe_22Aw1CUqSuHY32O9YOTfgEHkOzrBQeKy1cFfsP3qOOm4wjkI1FFxwfwrYSYCeOstYbb1mmF1eMziZCqzmYjetD4liwyzyF9uorI7hSkrBg4FBggmN_zf-twjS0OdCuF48WvysWppFZtzzxlX8or6wNuZhZ3mQ0Fzj7JNgOrMfBxwFfyDNiIVbDxa/s320/2023.08.23_CP3.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4Rlj1YkBdL5f8Qu45CiZDibUY-ipcfCKv2NWRLs66CN6_tV7Q8_uaE-QScMNqZ2bOeYO9WI0TLhm2YjJjY-FuiLbJXUsQY8v-DI5t8G-A7nA_xjr2qCj26orra1OmThnLxhVBAd0CxGsDvrfl7tfYZuyEN-iagaLCe3Bc1omYvLt4PDSrVbAoqixbedRl/s700/2023.08.23_CP3a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4Rlj1YkBdL5f8Qu45CiZDibUY-ipcfCKv2NWRLs66CN6_tV7Q8_uaE-QScMNqZ2bOeYO9WI0TLhm2YjJjY-FuiLbJXUsQY8v-DI5t8G-A7nA_xjr2qCj26orra1OmThnLxhVBAd0CxGsDvrfl7tfYZuyEN-iagaLCe3Bc1omYvLt4PDSrVbAoqixbedRl/s320/2023.08.23_CP3a.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidsTVsZRRI8nbO3tVuUnAmUYimzknqDWdQVD3fUKsfcH2n7u2oCbLjPchs5g5J6d88uG-jD88SeJ0EgseWjyaTzuen1eyHDxp_3sKBytkdSz-x04b8z1QqbY7RXirz_qscgUCV9h-QmlzxvvJD4vZsLnqOsJqaw1W5nPcNxqFm7moZQY2ZrlHzbawtAjCA/s700/2023.08.23_CP3b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidsTVsZRRI8nbO3tVuUnAmUYimzknqDWdQVD3fUKsfcH2n7u2oCbLjPchs5g5J6d88uG-jD88SeJ0EgseWjyaTzuen1eyHDxp_3sKBytkdSz-x04b8z1QqbY7RXirz_qscgUCV9h-QmlzxvvJD4vZsLnqOsJqaw1W5nPcNxqFm7moZQY2ZrlHzbawtAjCA/s320/2023.08.23_CP3b.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhF-H7jzmQCD5jvftvvCqf4GaoOfqxLtMl80nBQmKaWe-f05QjE1nvgmLBbTw6STdBt1NRaJsFIiUKxLSQmkia3dGfY89a8X83QAa83E_toFrOhchUVHOpiPP0TgPugs5xkq1nkQB6cMYj4LsuOq5ShWMQd-ejdTFHdWs-kY2PRUZHhVjO4A6-wf3ZSgYQM/s700/2023.08.23_CP3c.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhF-H7jzmQCD5jvftvvCqf4GaoOfqxLtMl80nBQmKaWe-f05QjE1nvgmLBbTw6STdBt1NRaJsFIiUKxLSQmkia3dGfY89a8X83QAa83E_toFrOhchUVHOpiPP0TgPugs5xkq1nkQB6cMYj4LsuOq5ShWMQd-ejdTFHdWs-kY2PRUZHhVjO4A6-wf3ZSgYQM/s320/2023.08.23_CP3c.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3nTt6vZB_fQOyczljG1ypaJsPlHn1-c0VBc6uON2m7K4VbPSI3EGy7Ufn3LywtracOYGpPQVudr3cO8Abokb2TAhB2hLF5tGKqlQirlPDGH2a0haGqQL7aL3j0XNe94mIZF4csrF8C_d1qUFCoTecsqV-nzt51bmdnO2id8Np7a02dtXKkY2CmZFSZYqX/s700/2023.08.23_CP3d.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3nTt6vZB_fQOyczljG1ypaJsPlHn1-c0VBc6uON2m7K4VbPSI3EGy7Ufn3LywtracOYGpPQVudr3cO8Abokb2TAhB2hLF5tGKqlQirlPDGH2a0haGqQL7aL3j0XNe94mIZF4csrF8C_d1qUFCoTecsqV-nzt51bmdnO2id8Np7a02dtXKkY2CmZFSZYqX/s320/2023.08.23_CP3d.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>One of the signature items is Nana's Bread Pudding, which the owner's mom makes. Other options include a Ube Haupia with Shortbread Macadamia Nut Crust, and a Pecan Pie with Pecan Shortbread Crust.</div><div><br /></div><div>My eyes immediately darted to the 5" Key Lime Pie ($13), which of course includes a homemade graham cracker crust. As first-time customers, my mom and I each got a free cookie, so we tried one Snickerdoodle and one Peanut Butter cookie.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg82l-iGerR9_Ei0kVZ5_Sv5buqrst4xT5tNc6vvF50LHbS3DXkhnyLpJ789NGuMt8oRYCrdUyyO02IbkT-elZA2AfrUVv0bL6SMI1susegg5YNza1-lDe14NH3Ucv6b1HrFWJyqRtMvC4S7-iUoVFYM9jSmieJWaYTQyXtuTBsSSI41CkDL1N7eZ7sA9ud/s700/2023.08.23_CP4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg82l-iGerR9_Ei0kVZ5_Sv5buqrst4xT5tNc6vvF50LHbS3DXkhnyLpJ789NGuMt8oRYCrdUyyO02IbkT-elZA2AfrUVv0bL6SMI1susegg5YNza1-lDe14NH3Ucv6b1HrFWJyqRtMvC4S7-iUoVFYM9jSmieJWaYTQyXtuTBsSSI41CkDL1N7eZ7sA9ud/s320/2023.08.23_CP4.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkouDv_qQqWcJL8wAh1k4Qloh_ud99Pg0UsqnplvgOvt5E8mERY9XNEhQfOxWktyAEHGwx7xF0nbh0x2J1j5u2aeoDihgdQTb6SLGw2cmZStwaH_cHIWLCPMo-uhK8VJDOkGf1OGQSDi7uH-EmJ7-hQ6DwiK4455SAuA39oYdKXfyuiWK1f9TryT_EhMkv/s700/2023.08.23_CP5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkouDv_qQqWcJL8wAh1k4Qloh_ud99Pg0UsqnplvgOvt5E8mERY9XNEhQfOxWktyAEHGwx7xF0nbh0x2J1j5u2aeoDihgdQTb6SLGw2cmZStwaH_cHIWLCPMo-uhK8VJDOkGf1OGQSDi7uH-EmJ7-hQ6DwiK4455SAuA39oYdKXfyuiWK1f9TryT_EhMkv/s320/2023.08.23_CP5.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYi9tg0HC7LvCBPWX2WqhPM2TN-jgdta4qXctqb0r33ktDeVH169SYgkVuWMZyEYsBhUcKhHqYKf7FLjpc2UmGRLVILDDF5He8KREaSdRnuVMfYCBw6dMfuVXc_kJG-taTZn4o2a9AiZ_hTGS3IbBNlCdKgRUUSUrKKDSHEGq43rqU6kFw2grW2EV_jFrI/s700/2023.08.23_CP6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYi9tg0HC7LvCBPWX2WqhPM2TN-jgdta4qXctqb0r33ktDeVH169SYgkVuWMZyEYsBhUcKhHqYKf7FLjpc2UmGRLVILDDF5He8KREaSdRnuVMfYCBw6dMfuVXc_kJG-taTZn4o2a9AiZ_hTGS3IbBNlCdKgRUUSUrKKDSHEGq43rqU6kFw2grW2EV_jFrI/s320/2023.08.23_CP6.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>That key lime pie was one of the best I've had. Thick and rich, powerful lime, not too sweet. The graham cracker crust held together well, but also cut wonderfully, allowing me to share with my parents. The pie can be topped with whipped cream if you wish; I added just a little to mine.</div><div><br /></div><div>Both cookies were excellent. Snickerdoodle had a bit of chew and pleasing cinnamon, while the Peanut Butter let us know what the star was.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDfK-fZXjFZ8J5-YthCPys2Ir5QEnA6x87EGnYmLqKNa74FjkOA-ZyxBhx1mOBc2xUqDwVYUVH1SfQGorKq_tc7qHNOfQNPdf8xXy8JIfTtfn5k_sgFpYAC9Xyfblm4dAo7CqVAgr6mElPXxC9_n8jTk--frXV_WJtWEeybNmOTsns8ZdT7ygO6_UWhUQL/s700/2023.08.23_CP2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDfK-fZXjFZ8J5-YthCPys2Ir5QEnA6x87EGnYmLqKNa74FjkOA-ZyxBhx1mOBc2xUqDwVYUVH1SfQGorKq_tc7qHNOfQNPdf8xXy8JIfTtfn5k_sgFpYAC9Xyfblm4dAo7CqVAgr6mElPXxC9_n8jTk--frXV_WJtWEeybNmOTsns8ZdT7ygO6_UWhUQL/s320/2023.08.23_CP2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPS4NEp5Kp6oA_xu7LYoj2LHZQAGidYH3cP1_J6bImWdEeCpsqjS475RoQe8ry8cGoFRG1l3DQ1YfcxZ8L3qzaurUW13Xr7DcASgMJXWnvp-94LrDV0wUpwZWnOQCg_df_6PL85KIAyhVY2KMGotVFcwlk5j-vW2wXLSjVs5qnSkHGHMDzwU0XFVPOx8BI/s700/2023.08.23_CP3e.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPS4NEp5Kp6oA_xu7LYoj2LHZQAGidYH3cP1_J6bImWdEeCpsqjS475RoQe8ry8cGoFRG1l3DQ1YfcxZ8L3qzaurUW13Xr7DcASgMJXWnvp-94LrDV0wUpwZWnOQCg_df_6PL85KIAyhVY2KMGotVFcwlk5j-vW2wXLSjVs5qnSkHGHMDzwU0XFVPOx8BI/s320/2023.08.23_CP3e.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>I'm always a fan of one small business supporting other small businesses, plus wanting to give back to the youths. Kudos for paying it forward. I hope CeCe's sticks around for many years to come. <b><span style="color: red;">9.5/10</span></b></div>Aaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09615946940409283733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417553726455153200.post-80049337048137849922023-09-04T00:00:00.000-10:002023-09-04T00:00:00.154-10:00Guieb Cafe (Aiea)Guieb Cafe has three locations in Hawaii, as of the date of this blog post. This post covers the spot on Hekaha Street in Aiea, Hawaii.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvwskVFacmW32VcP59EKHi1tSNL8HTumFgksDjPKMzUWYGPnSsoTky78FW_cMtgb5oHTNp59ijseQUg0P7hm8808e3bc5LWmg2NUmiOo00Z1J85jXpLQY3tRY4mtWuS3SpUbguTR5UrE_QCcsFVxMEpYhcsIVRTMBgcKtcM236TiKNoh5dTuRecbkHNBZt/s700/2023.08.23_GC1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvwskVFacmW32VcP59EKHi1tSNL8HTumFgksDjPKMzUWYGPnSsoTky78FW_cMtgb5oHTNp59ijseQUg0P7hm8808e3bc5LWmg2NUmiOo00Z1J85jXpLQY3tRY4mtWuS3SpUbguTR5UrE_QCcsFVxMEpYhcsIVRTMBgcKtcM236TiKNoh5dTuRecbkHNBZt/s320/2023.08.23_GC1.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><div><br /></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div>Guieb Cafe (which I think is pronounced "geb" with a hard "G") opened its first location right before the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Through perseverance and excellent food, this family-run business now has three locations. Aiea is the newest spot, opening last fall.</div><div><br /></div><div>From 7 AM to 3 PM daily, the entire breakfast and lunch menu is available. Signature dishes include the Ube Mascarpone Pancakes ($16) and 10 oz Prime Rib ($18).</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZVhZYNqNdEdX1s2EFuMi1EkQJ1DJUA3cxQz4-uu2hbw6e0ZIic_5byPPNyiDBTgI7qe5BMoaPxM2ihjRErP1WfRKqL1UtHA1dPMfN1Cel0fUs44Yyy7f1qHVtCE3zjnwBzCJYzA9QU8PEga3Ei42ptHPDuLxssWYY0aZskGrJWfg_-NNo8xXRfHuATQx7/s700/2023.08.23_GC2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZVhZYNqNdEdX1s2EFuMi1EkQJ1DJUA3cxQz4-uu2hbw6e0ZIic_5byPPNyiDBTgI7qe5BMoaPxM2ihjRErP1WfRKqL1UtHA1dPMfN1Cel0fUs44Yyy7f1qHVtCE3zjnwBzCJYzA9QU8PEga3Ei42ptHPDuLxssWYY0aZskGrJWfg_-NNo8xXRfHuATQx7/s320/2023.08.23_GC2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhl2nCYeKouxi7uwPMAGBtfyDpWhy07MPT9agd-6tUvfgHjOxuSUrGwaff9Eeh47i_aAkXPIU-JGe0GPKueQLqLUJ-puAmFKc3J-CDCw5n94VB_6M_msJgwFlBm0j5cKk6qp42aGR8gEyfxOAOsSOPgXZU9g-CYWlIplVsKwW1P7M-m_m-sbbKVZnLHy8YM/s700/2023.08.23_GC2a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhl2nCYeKouxi7uwPMAGBtfyDpWhy07MPT9agd-6tUvfgHjOxuSUrGwaff9Eeh47i_aAkXPIU-JGe0GPKueQLqLUJ-puAmFKc3J-CDCw5n94VB_6M_msJgwFlBm0j5cKk6qp42aGR8gEyfxOAOsSOPgXZU9g-CYWlIplVsKwW1P7M-m_m-sbbKVZnLHy8YM/s320/2023.08.23_GC2a.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuj4DwAQQ24ZTH9eE1aaBhon2EuTAm-JErh_iA7QbLOOqM2iWMQP5mXJTAmcoBkpf3NR5tqbXIKO4L_j35WeIkAYTEZXu8VrBPrPC0McZTtQgWlQm8ZxdstUmk-AslzP_6vM2-NgftHvivQuW8rV5UKY0cuJmFuetmj8CfN_opq_aSrWLs-C_HZtaFT2ob/s700/2023.08.23_GC2b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuj4DwAQQ24ZTH9eE1aaBhon2EuTAm-JErh_iA7QbLOOqM2iWMQP5mXJTAmcoBkpf3NR5tqbXIKO4L_j35WeIkAYTEZXu8VrBPrPC0McZTtQgWlQm8ZxdstUmk-AslzP_6vM2-NgftHvivQuW8rV5UKY0cuJmFuetmj8CfN_opq_aSrWLs-C_HZtaFT2ob/s320/2023.08.23_GC2b.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEingxowSL67P79qQp8nTgH7L52gJQduUOvMt44TmnOIZ9iBPqaDD1l3yLpIzV7RArFQmLvsyEvx6YG4IQ9mUpcBAR89cLZJgCpzfkphe7uFZ-qPkOmfj7lMREExvy6u7pdOpcRp716MGs2PtXARZ2UjIYfslX_ez1iagMonhPRWcV0fs0vV2GjADK2LQPRK/s700/2023.08.23_GC2c.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEingxowSL67P79qQp8nTgH7L52gJQduUOvMt44TmnOIZ9iBPqaDD1l3yLpIzV7RArFQmLvsyEvx6YG4IQ9mUpcBAR89cLZJgCpzfkphe7uFZ-qPkOmfj7lMREExvy6u7pdOpcRp716MGs2PtXARZ2UjIYfslX_ez1iagMonhPRWcV0fs0vV2GjADK2LQPRK/s320/2023.08.23_GC2c.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEn8P7HmScBX84DBFXw96DJmsNkykvdJfzG3lGrM98WhYa3BFOpl65JfbEjJVFunUiHNKBz-qtvytrgFc7Yho1nc3vuLJv03SsVW_f22KCPqF-jIYmnrM1YS4_bDh27-LLqG7rTmThPsS7ZMlG0atlElCzghhoKmeNGjelCG2Ho9GU0yU5NeTn0yBpDaCu/s700/2023.08.23_GC2d.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEn8P7HmScBX84DBFXw96DJmsNkykvdJfzG3lGrM98WhYa3BFOpl65JfbEjJVFunUiHNKBz-qtvytrgFc7Yho1nc3vuLJv03SsVW_f22KCPqF-jIYmnrM1YS4_bDh27-LLqG7rTmThPsS7ZMlG0atlElCzghhoKmeNGjelCG2Ho9GU0yU5NeTn0yBpDaCu/s320/2023.08.23_GC2d.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>My parents and I stopped in around 11 AM to celebrate my birthday (panda is getting older, folks).</div><div><br /></div><div>I ordered the Loco Moco Fried Rice ($16) and chose the Adobo Fried Rice. Hamburger patty cooked medium and eggs overeasy.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgobo-CHj5QNLxkU38TAvsYhL5ufRcCYp9IA2dOZe7Ae7AXFU61zKvFtrI2ThGqw0qvYNHjoe6XVWFKom8ZBVwxuhAaKiWCKMEXbgsTdq6JuyHATYaYPUkx67jM_MLNu9ALTd2awszyf4bkXuTOqiesHW9B97wMB_FOkLDGEtpu-7cdITb6A-in8LfSpwjP/s750/2023.08.23_GC2f.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="490" data-original-width="750" height="209" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgobo-CHj5QNLxkU38TAvsYhL5ufRcCYp9IA2dOZe7Ae7AXFU61zKvFtrI2ThGqw0qvYNHjoe6XVWFKom8ZBVwxuhAaKiWCKMEXbgsTdq6JuyHATYaYPUkx67jM_MLNu9ALTd2awszyf4bkXuTOqiesHW9B97wMB_FOkLDGEtpu-7cdITb6A-in8LfSpwjP/s320/2023.08.23_GC2f.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgksceSJ6lMz7jYCErbLRqYMSHZA_D-MkXshKY9xVxA6Bl9Sup5X3zal6xO0KDKI2wP8JqPZnuE8SeskWwr_OcpCS6p3iIrUjxxjHN1E62p9xVtNbjkMK8XDD4evcUJNZoNrFk98fL4vVpPP3m--sdp5sGrcHX__s5pPGDJwm-eCH9VWn0WthhJwfENdXQt/s700/2023.08.23_GC4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgksceSJ6lMz7jYCErbLRqYMSHZA_D-MkXshKY9xVxA6Bl9Sup5X3zal6xO0KDKI2wP8JqPZnuE8SeskWwr_OcpCS6p3iIrUjxxjHN1E62p9xVtNbjkMK8XDD4evcUJNZoNrFk98fL4vVpPP3m--sdp5sGrcHX__s5pPGDJwm-eCH9VWn0WthhJwfENdXQt/s320/2023.08.23_GC4.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoBGsE2HR4ZthjQFP_W02rAXI70rEChjd-WawzGFx1CDi84bVNlYOCb8KN_4NwDU_H6kxh-fDrmgRAcm3GgpTGLBCQtiVAP-mHNXbq-nPeH8Q3cDRU3Ne7FBpcss0a4GXJv_BgYb6nff8FfGJbTG4TcATEgNlcC4tteMMogNRqNEMBUtZOTjOYjBmHwUE0/s700/2023.08.23_GC4b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoBGsE2HR4ZthjQFP_W02rAXI70rEChjd-WawzGFx1CDi84bVNlYOCb8KN_4NwDU_H6kxh-fDrmgRAcm3GgpTGLBCQtiVAP-mHNXbq-nPeH8Q3cDRU3Ne7FBpcss0a4GXJv_BgYb6nff8FfGJbTG4TcATEgNlcC4tteMMogNRqNEMBUtZOTjOYjBmHwUE0/s320/2023.08.23_GC4b.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Amazing meal here. Patty cooked wonderfully, not too dense so it felt handmade. Eggs cooked how I liked it. But the two stars were the fried rice - plus a nice portion of pork adobo - and the thick, rich brown gravy. Both were full of flavor, and I could devour another large bowl of that.</div><div><br /></div><div>I'm not sold on the flowers that are put on each dish (to me, I'd rather have everything on the plate be edible except the meat bones), but that's just me.</div><div><br /></div><div>My dad enjoyed the Honey Acai French Toast ($15): acai sorbet, granola, fresh berries, bananas, and honey drizzle on a thick (yet soft/fluffy) piece of French toast.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGJQlmQH6QyCfwIkU6bl2EhrsiT2e14a29kWSAgakZAnJr3u6MKS_8_YAg-uPzdWl0ufC0quDoOH4f8-5u1JYNWBw6DuOTyGHANIGIiSU4qlIvfW3rqrPS_EdHcw71ysU9Nn-DreywqlGiAG689H-4jSkwh-QQWFlZ5V3tsF0Zyxy-YoKGI_unNCWhGVnT/s750/2023.08.23_GC2e.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="408" data-original-width="750" height="174" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGJQlmQH6QyCfwIkU6bl2EhrsiT2e14a29kWSAgakZAnJr3u6MKS_8_YAg-uPzdWl0ufC0quDoOH4f8-5u1JYNWBw6DuOTyGHANIGIiSU4qlIvfW3rqrPS_EdHcw71ysU9Nn-DreywqlGiAG689H-4jSkwh-QQWFlZ5V3tsF0Zyxy-YoKGI_unNCWhGVnT/s320/2023.08.23_GC2e.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDTLkCGDRu5a4ObBgP5nZcfFLL030gMLzmOTW-CIwBjUfGwefSNW04I45cDAy1FjX0wSPbGcTbKm8eViAKnOjP95BfQqmP3VvVFCvuGk1hCGr9dePFrSUB0YPL8SYsTpaNDpXIyvIUhrUs7CriRsMZYiltrE07O_DoPIodkq_zcQdbpLxVERBza0H79VWE/s700/2023.08.23_GC3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDTLkCGDRu5a4ObBgP5nZcfFLL030gMLzmOTW-CIwBjUfGwefSNW04I45cDAy1FjX0wSPbGcTbKm8eViAKnOjP95BfQqmP3VvVFCvuGk1hCGr9dePFrSUB0YPL8SYsTpaNDpXIyvIUhrUs7CriRsMZYiltrE07O_DoPIodkq_zcQdbpLxVERBza0H79VWE/s320/2023.08.23_GC3.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>My mom raved about the GC's Island Mix ($17): grilled mahi, fried chicken, spam, and teriyaki ribeye. She chose white rice and sauteed vegetables for her sides. Perfectly cooked mahi and sauteed veggies.</div><div><br /></div><div>The spam was extra crispy on the outside. Fried chicken also perfectly cooked, with the crispy skin and juicy meat. I've never had teriyaki ribeye, but such a soft piece of meat, unlike the usual stringy or beef jerky-like pieces one might find elsewhere.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXB3SW91KYFzScbAnLG0mLumFNZifX3ExQ6zyMz0V1dXSPlLWaFQqnLme59YkKUAntnIQEy9wJUNOdG7q6zi2YW4KVvWDocicmGGavagpA9XfQG2uB0MQyzPg8mzoVaSfHZgrzMDzu4pViW37rEhnoldaC43Qt1u7jDDDRZYcc5hmYyLFLFdZwPqGpLk3v/s800/2023.08.23_GC2g.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="454" data-original-width="800" height="182" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXB3SW91KYFzScbAnLG0mLumFNZifX3ExQ6zyMz0V1dXSPlLWaFQqnLme59YkKUAntnIQEy9wJUNOdG7q6zi2YW4KVvWDocicmGGavagpA9XfQG2uB0MQyzPg8mzoVaSfHZgrzMDzu4pViW37rEhnoldaC43Qt1u7jDDDRZYcc5hmYyLFLFdZwPqGpLk3v/s320/2023.08.23_GC2g.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdwM89a9Fj-AUmYQrjrBj5Ws6obTAmnETFMCcKhNaexQiihG3vDdzDXpTvKz7zide0gcygSx16uGUkdFhgykO9CXpQLt5w6SZQeaWzna2CFaYHtS8YE6O1r2zY-b9iL58vt1-RoqNBENs3CgJEbYboZ9vA_NUikdwYWTVSI-L9H7Ya_SO3Es7xOeUKlPVm/s700/2023.08.23_GC5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdwM89a9Fj-AUmYQrjrBj5Ws6obTAmnETFMCcKhNaexQiihG3vDdzDXpTvKz7zide0gcygSx16uGUkdFhgykO9CXpQLt5w6SZQeaWzna2CFaYHtS8YE6O1r2zY-b9iL58vt1-RoqNBENs3CgJEbYboZ9vA_NUikdwYWTVSI-L9H7Ya_SO3Es7xOeUKlPVm/s320/2023.08.23_GC5.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihzTdOR_w6M_3bXhR6uzwgnZV2XDL0eplqE9YoNrN5NNTYsLv4LjpE48Hujeql_tqhVRoayOmLAe-UEcupmIPher677dKjgpjEiye0yngd8yQ098zQbsDBmu_78CCB_mMmT0sBKap4e-g8XhQJeDSnuuqKfzlyYS-7nOtToOMpRbpRP-Yh7uk6Rves5mBy/s700/2023.08.23_GC5a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihzTdOR_w6M_3bXhR6uzwgnZV2XDL0eplqE9YoNrN5NNTYsLv4LjpE48Hujeql_tqhVRoayOmLAe-UEcupmIPher677dKjgpjEiye0yngd8yQ098zQbsDBmu_78CCB_mMmT0sBKap4e-g8XhQJeDSnuuqKfzlyYS-7nOtToOMpRbpRP-Yh7uk6Rves5mBy/s320/2023.08.23_GC5a.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Outstanding service. Our server always made sure our water glasses were filled and gave us recommendations when we didn't know what to pick. Those Ube Mascarpone Pancakes are on the list for a future visit.</div><div><br /></div><div>Guieb Cafe seems to have everything down to a science, with seemingly the perfect number of seats to match the average ticket time and dine-in experience. I'd guess around 25-30 people can dine in at once. The tables were constantly filled, and just when the next patrons come in, there's usually a table or a couple seats at the counter. I assume there may be a wait on the weekends, but to me, it would be well worth it.</div><div><br /></div><div>The more impressive part: there were multiple call-in takeout orders coming in at the same time, so that kitchen was getting hit hard and still kept up.</div><div><br /></div><div>Guieb Cafe is exactly the type of place I want to see more of in Hawaii. Basically an all-day breakfast or lunch spot serving quality dishes at a reasonable price. <b><span style="color: red;">9.5/10</span></b></div></div>Aaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09615946940409283733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417553726455153200.post-31855786470609900012023-08-21T00:00:00.094-10:002023-08-21T00:00:00.145-10:007Gradi Gelato7Gradi Gelato is located in SALT At Our Kaka'ako, on Coral Street, in Honolulu, Hawaii.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihHihU0Y6XAs3-OOWYXZ0qhqMIq4XMx64caS6OwxOoMm1nni5YhQJNuzTSOVv_IZpwDQpDuvQLQPEX1E2LSloNCiNIig4g0Cg2kyAhUoY3yAxpAnj4D56GKz295lcX5m-Ts67olRVyvcH1GyO0CUXSqfFPSfJFAjzrhQ10l5shggU_igAt90JIiSWOZP3P/s700/2023.08.12_7G1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihHihU0Y6XAs3-OOWYXZ0qhqMIq4XMx64caS6OwxOoMm1nni5YhQJNuzTSOVv_IZpwDQpDuvQLQPEX1E2LSloNCiNIig4g0Cg2kyAhUoY3yAxpAnj4D56GKz295lcX5m-Ts67olRVyvcH1GyO0CUXSqfFPSfJFAjzrhQ10l5shggU_igAt90JIiSWOZP3P/s320/2023.08.12_7G1.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div><br /><div><br /></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div>Before meeting up with a friend, I decided to stop in for some gelato to pass the time. As always, gotta do dessert before a meal.</div><div><br /></div><div>Honolulu Magazine did a feature on 7Gradi last spring. "7 Gradi" means 7 degrees in Italian, and not surprisingly, the team here makes the gelato at that Fahrenheit temperature.</div><div><br /></div><div>7Gradi Gelato has several rotating flavors, probably around 12-15 options. You can get a single (2 choices) or double (3 choices) in a cup. They also have French waffles in three different flavors: plain, cinnamon, or cocoa. It's basically a "croffle", a cross between a croissant and a waffle.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIhtDFm4305BycCxl3i_WvEgyKrr6Ia2fATrGDuEr5Pn6agPCvT1W1QuKxm6r_bFFw4WX22bD22XkgGMm_H_WPQkh_2OrmVLSjZ74sMan3yf0HiBME3f8ulAEVczbmgL7DIg8Lng_VaeWPEndXvtUrqYh5-QkQBwXQqX3Hbuz4WwfCtYL8M4BpvUn3FAcZ/s700/2023.08.12_7G2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIhtDFm4305BycCxl3i_WvEgyKrr6Ia2fATrGDuEr5Pn6agPCvT1W1QuKxm6r_bFFw4WX22bD22XkgGMm_H_WPQkh_2OrmVLSjZ74sMan3yf0HiBME3f8ulAEVczbmgL7DIg8Lng_VaeWPEndXvtUrqYh5-QkQBwXQqX3Hbuz4WwfCtYL8M4BpvUn3FAcZ/s320/2023.08.12_7G2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9bvDRxJ_lFugBfbRxGoU1nSdVg6BuzLM9Pp31O7E1ZG02aYtf7GKnzz6nXY44maSncdTVKWXAFNXVQ_7O2vFneinDBYOrPRT4CVjLnIzAU2Q8bmLVFphvpP8caWf2QlqdX8YRR3bhLYa22ETDZVanYjJQoGnUbbulbu6RLk9plAiB6JLTipJKqrp_gmTC/s700/2023.08.12_7G3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9bvDRxJ_lFugBfbRxGoU1nSdVg6BuzLM9Pp31O7E1ZG02aYtf7GKnzz6nXY44maSncdTVKWXAFNXVQ_7O2vFneinDBYOrPRT4CVjLnIzAU2Q8bmLVFphvpP8caWf2QlqdX8YRR3bhLYa22ETDZVanYjJQoGnUbbulbu6RLk9plAiB6JLTipJKqrp_gmTC/s320/2023.08.12_7G3.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>I ordered a single cup gelato ($5.40) with Tiramisu and "Billberry Cheesecake" (which I assume meant to say Blueberry Cheesecake).</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf6VTZqiYf13yq3SyYSMhMjTMWh1lEi3tFF0ymYhAZwWfJFbDG_PJafHq2QXOLqEixYJ3N5guNG6pKrlEgr1Ti_9RHK6ek0bQbwkNue95hecbFgBPs2e4X9yXweguRntoWFlsG3LAz1g9T2ks2ik8rhbkMs2p7zh_PWTmThScXnHZ-B2OT0GuZUpixhFEi/s700/2023.08.12_7G4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="455" data-original-width="700" height="208" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf6VTZqiYf13yq3SyYSMhMjTMWh1lEi3tFF0ymYhAZwWfJFbDG_PJafHq2QXOLqEixYJ3N5guNG6pKrlEgr1Ti_9RHK6ek0bQbwkNue95hecbFgBPs2e4X9yXweguRntoWFlsG3LAz1g9T2ks2ik8rhbkMs2p7zh_PWTmThScXnHZ-B2OT0GuZUpixhFEi/s320/2023.08.12_7G4.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimUyeVOSfIXx2ah79dvNwlbnt7EXOxWBbbWSXAZ8-QW3yw7Qr3pu6tK55LQz5VPm9b7FPIAPUaK9MuQ5Nl6pTT8HopDbqQosr0j19U1uywqdkDbjHx2Fz2pKgoV1Cmm1HsyKIvbzA8ayit-4lWMct9TQxasGIhj63JW_mIQMW_DcBBfrlLQBbI5tBOp1-2/s700/2023.08.12_7G7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimUyeVOSfIXx2ah79dvNwlbnt7EXOxWBbbWSXAZ8-QW3yw7Qr3pu6tK55LQz5VPm9b7FPIAPUaK9MuQ5Nl6pTT8HopDbqQosr0j19U1uywqdkDbjHx2Fz2pKgoV1Cmm1HsyKIvbzA8ayit-4lWMct9TQxasGIhj63JW_mIQMW_DcBBfrlLQBbI5tBOp1-2/s320/2023.08.12_7G7.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Delicious gelato, extremely velvety/silky, light, and airy. A pleasing coffee experience on the Tiramisu, while the cheesecake really made blueberry the star.</div><div><br /></div><div>If you are in the area, I highly recommend parking in the parking structure adjacent to SALT. If you buy anything at one of their shops or food spots, you can get a validation ticket to knock your parking fee down significantly - note that the first hour is free no matter what. I stayed for about 2.5 hours and my $12 parking reduced to $2.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoeiRSdqmHs8fspW80ECmM6fE6jmsWEcLP2VM2W3siWJ42GHzfVXXJIifWFUmwEFkR68df4Y_W9y7Lz7outB9XING7GgsDqNfYE0jbWhcuHRwuZJELki8neEi9uhy523zFmXrCD7Jx892T2fh8cliK6Zvraxb8RuOa_Rl254fNj_100x5I3J1rDTD1rskg/s700/2023.08.12_7G8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoeiRSdqmHs8fspW80ECmM6fE6jmsWEcLP2VM2W3siWJ42GHzfVXXJIifWFUmwEFkR68df4Y_W9y7Lz7outB9XING7GgsDqNfYE0jbWhcuHRwuZJELki8neEi9uhy523zFmXrCD7Jx892T2fh8cliK6Zvraxb8RuOa_Rl254fNj_100x5I3J1rDTD1rskg/s320/2023.08.12_7G8.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>7Gradi has some of the best gelato I've had on the island. Highly recommended for the person with a sweet tooth. <b><span style="color: red;">9/10</span></b></div></div>Aaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09615946940409283733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417553726455153200.post-60219622628655445312023-08-07T00:00:00.103-10:002023-08-07T00:00:00.136-10:00Southern LoveSouthern Love is located on Queen Street, near Cooke Street, in Honolulu, Hawaii.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitLlgUPevKLKmAA9hWLACTUpqn7NxUVxX3CQXFEUgbIyuUGWmybAdU3kviBkKCKiTEGw0HqAh2cD4BR8De2m65zZsQcaaZJrPPmpg7K68wX7PC2OM_sSZ4HrfvHps2zWuRZK1lisnuuRzmLVlSyYF5fFELYz61uXah62gLiYGJLD7zp2ykTNyFQKeKKBQr/s700/2023.08.01_SL1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitLlgUPevKLKmAA9hWLACTUpqn7NxUVxX3CQXFEUgbIyuUGWmybAdU3kviBkKCKiTEGw0HqAh2cD4BR8De2m65zZsQcaaZJrPPmpg7K68wX7PC2OM_sSZ4HrfvHps2zWuRZK1lisnuuRzmLVlSyYF5fFELYz61uXah62gLiYGJLD7zp2ykTNyFQKeKKBQr/s320/2023.08.01_SL1.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><div><br /></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div>One of my coworkers wanted to try this place since it's on our normal route to get lunch. We stopped by on a Tuesday before 11 AM. Although there's just four parking stalls in front, we walked there since it's not far from our office.</div><div><br /></div><div>Southern Love has only been open for a few weeks, opening in June 2023.</div><div><br /></div><div>It's also a small place. Including the table outside, it probably seats around 20. But the stove in there was one you'd find in your own kitchen. At least they had a commercial fridge next to it.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMOQmHFEvGNocWyQ1RCy2FxdG0bctwLRIabjKcBdiNJqamXSEEjQ2Zup92YPViVeQ-2EYpUEc47ocOSLjIGn9lDbl691W4zRWfkc1T7XJ2ckdy8IE6KrmhyiV9do0is0g6EPc2LD-LK6NOYh_0HB1Of_7SVV4BBcLl9MvP-VZl1M1KgqWmmUzEm3rIOvqJ/s700/2023.08.01_SL2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMOQmHFEvGNocWyQ1RCy2FxdG0bctwLRIabjKcBdiNJqamXSEEjQ2Zup92YPViVeQ-2EYpUEc47ocOSLjIGn9lDbl691W4zRWfkc1T7XJ2ckdy8IE6KrmhyiV9do0is0g6EPc2LD-LK6NOYh_0HB1Of_7SVV4BBcLl9MvP-VZl1M1KgqWmmUzEm3rIOvqJ/s320/2023.08.01_SL2.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Brunch is served from 10 AM to 2 PM. Menu options include Chicken & Waffles, Biscuits & Gravy, and Shrimp & Grits. The owner flies in his catfish from the mainland every Monday and filets it himself. There may also be one rotating special. </div></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtMHwjkuxrjvfaiSHH6b2a4oiy9DthChBODwuc3KrfIa0l_32ErOjaICQzgK4-zKkNP1Vr3kaEYcyVeaXb5vLbuqfCRGbCJlKdwaJLtCjEMQSp9GTqJmiN0lvUPl8h5JJk2-iJAZQeWpoq25BDdP8Vx06JziyCouKLU0er-sKLFo3ztZ5pkkm-M2LIrsCx/s700/2023.08.01_SL3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtMHwjkuxrjvfaiSHH6b2a4oiy9DthChBODwuc3KrfIa0l_32ErOjaICQzgK4-zKkNP1Vr3kaEYcyVeaXb5vLbuqfCRGbCJlKdwaJLtCjEMQSp9GTqJmiN0lvUPl8h5JJk2-iJAZQeWpoq25BDdP8Vx06JziyCouKLU0er-sKLFo3ztZ5pkkm-M2LIrsCx/s320/2023.08.01_SL3.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfz_8fjMcWAR7YmLm7PAZ4pdoOqT5AzWFMijnxYD9iJ4eIcVbG9LrxQicANu4QqAQ8SVHooLffccxC_M8wozyp7BJZSs7eLBFtLOpQuUKhWIAdN4Kw0oJwKKlfIdUauOOTbxLPQ1TaJuTuyl_xtWmv69cw2tA5YVmYqlExQmRdWuUSdEGLbUthBQUZL2G4/s700/2023.08.01_SL4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfz_8fjMcWAR7YmLm7PAZ4pdoOqT5AzWFMijnxYD9iJ4eIcVbG9LrxQicANu4QqAQ8SVHooLffccxC_M8wozyp7BJZSs7eLBFtLOpQuUKhWIAdN4Kw0oJwKKlfIdUauOOTbxLPQ1TaJuTuyl_xtWmv69cw2tA5YVmYqlExQmRdWuUSdEGLbUthBQUZL2G4/s320/2023.08.01_SL4.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>According to a <b><i><a href="https://www.honolulumagazine.com/southern-love-kakaako/">Honolulu Magazine article</a></i></b>, I was surprised the owner is pescatarian, so he won't even taste a few of his dishes.</div><div><br /></div><div>The Shrimp & Grits ($16) caught my eye from the start: 30-minite creamy grits, shrimp, and a creamy sauce.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1FIIJ06mNOe4VPJYI6bioELGgnnwmA0Q829htuDfxZPBG55aO3y6IvhKtWTeDNDZ0bdJSx9A8nvb_EziDjeebXIakdZ8lraspBgQObVYiXzdsut1a9Y5HC8e65swHdksH_hP3iN3kFMVk7jCx8Lgdl-EQwGlLoWexNRR8oqd_V3sGH9TOt3A001j_Zgju/s700/2023.08.01_SL5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1FIIJ06mNOe4VPJYI6bioELGgnnwmA0Q829htuDfxZPBG55aO3y6IvhKtWTeDNDZ0bdJSx9A8nvb_EziDjeebXIakdZ8lraspBgQObVYiXzdsut1a9Y5HC8e65swHdksH_hP3iN3kFMVk7jCx8Lgdl-EQwGlLoWexNRR8oqd_V3sGH9TOt3A001j_Zgju/s320/2023.08.01_SL5.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5ApGHuAFjttxPNldKluBNeUlsnL56JmvbbMh837M0jH9tUZVYeN7ac7ugZKetyW8jLR5Kd0kZyRUyfmEH-opkJbH2-pOsqmJF8HOkvkVJKbPqIYOjJ_ot5d5iSIVFMLbi1JKtyBQSQZHTcd4r93qnwb3cRvJRFEm9MjhSLxuGxubtWHIfiFpSZPXPZVwh/s700/2023.08.01_SL6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5ApGHuAFjttxPNldKluBNeUlsnL56JmvbbMh837M0jH9tUZVYeN7ac7ugZKetyW8jLR5Kd0kZyRUyfmEH-opkJbH2-pOsqmJF8HOkvkVJKbPqIYOjJ_ot5d5iSIVFMLbi1JKtyBQSQZHTcd4r93qnwb3cRvJRFEm9MjhSLxuGxubtWHIfiFpSZPXPZVwh/s320/2023.08.01_SL6.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Delicious dish here. Since we did takeout, I was concerned that the shrimp would overcook and be rubbery, but it stayed plump and juicy. The grits were slightly lumpy but the flavors were on point. Sauce was peppery and creamy, not too heavy. I'd get this dish again.</div><div><br /></div><div>My coworkers each tried different dishes, including Chicken & Waffles ($15), Chicken Biscuits & Gravy ($16), and Shrimp Po'Boy Sandwich ($16). Largely positive feedback across the board, with "a bit too salty" on the chicken and the gravy being the only negative.</div><div><br /></div><div>There's a separate dinner menu including a BBQ Ribs Plate ($22), Fried Chicken Plate ($16), and several sides like cornbread and mac & cheese.</div><div><br /></div><div>The owner cooks everything to order and didn't have anyone else helping at the time. We still received great service, and the food came out in a reasonable time. Give Southern Love a try if you're in the area! <b><span style="color: red;">8.25/10</span></b></div>Aaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09615946940409283733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417553726455153200.post-11001312522863858122023-07-31T00:00:00.071-10:002023-07-31T00:00:00.145-10:00Thai VillageThai Village has five locations on Oahu. This blog post covers the spot on Kaahumanu Street in Aiea, Hawaii.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd3dS13NEn3O6qd2hbd9gD51xpup_QXQ3LRmV2do-UqUgJu4SUwhi9kgFfEKy5bj0C_itVKFgisT2IiCcXJ40EOPtR1iDD77iWJEaFK7BlRPjnH44EDpXnY2l6_mYTll6lyRZFzU5dRvWh8MC8zcpcnq0Dkio7z7qaKKnM4GM7jfkp3HeVb9xsCHZ2ohYa/s700/2023.07.24_TV1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="526" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd3dS13NEn3O6qd2hbd9gD51xpup_QXQ3LRmV2do-UqUgJu4SUwhi9kgFfEKy5bj0C_itVKFgisT2IiCcXJ40EOPtR1iDD77iWJEaFK7BlRPjnH44EDpXnY2l6_mYTll6lyRZFzU5dRvWh8MC8zcpcnq0Dkio7z7qaKKnM4GM7jfkp3HeVb9xsCHZ2ohYa/s320/2023.07.24_TV1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><div><br /></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div>I felt it was time to eat something different from the usual foods I eat at home. It had been a while since I had Thai food, and with Thai Village not too far away, I popped in on a Monday afternoon for a takeout order.</div><div><br /></div><div>Since it was still between the traditional lunch and dinner times, the place was empty.</div><div><br /></div><div>Thai Village has a good interior. Lots of Thai/Asian themes. You can order takeout at the counter, or be seated to dine in.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7djRoCAEfBjRD3-YSGw6MoHR6JL2XYK5Nr69uTdDLAFh6HkLiNmk8kh-mgKM2tQMmBfgBywD60SZ3_7jMizBuIvE2hU2lPr-OIK4_0xgl79ADxtUQztGU83IBnVucNe1V3Y6Y-0gjBZ1bmOHaXg2KAzRO1tDO5UDw8YiT2l_zby3Qi13XDfDSjgxP7DA_/s700/2023.07.24_TV3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7djRoCAEfBjRD3-YSGw6MoHR6JL2XYK5Nr69uTdDLAFh6HkLiNmk8kh-mgKM2tQMmBfgBywD60SZ3_7jMizBuIvE2hU2lPr-OIK4_0xgl79ADxtUQztGU83IBnVucNe1V3Y6Y-0gjBZ1bmOHaXg2KAzRO1tDO5UDw8YiT2l_zby3Qi13XDfDSjgxP7DA_/s320/2023.07.24_TV3.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>I was craving Pad Kee Mao, so I got the chicken version ($15.95) and added a bit more spice on the side. After about 5-7 minutes, I received my takeout order. On the side, one container of spicy chili oil and presumably Thai chile powder.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiET2fM4qLvJ73acSARFs_192M5xW8AzoayrJueodQdXz9J6s-T2xwDgpw7KzTfK_JBgbg2ckIhU8NhPQxUjI2gB8RLTFB1WRbOA5HpDQ_O_h0JSIuXvIhSU1WK6w5wZLxbYddpGM9LYu2mCyt7tvPxEBcSmzHJcZNWvK6ZGMRorvGEQQ5blNyV6RPqOxUl/s700/2023.07.24_TV2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiET2fM4qLvJ73acSARFs_192M5xW8AzoayrJueodQdXz9J6s-T2xwDgpw7KzTfK_JBgbg2ckIhU8NhPQxUjI2gB8RLTFB1WRbOA5HpDQ_O_h0JSIuXvIhSU1WK6w5wZLxbYddpGM9LYu2mCyt7tvPxEBcSmzHJcZNWvK6ZGMRorvGEQQ5blNyV6RPqOxUl/s320/2023.07.24_TV2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq62YcP9HMVYLGG3UG7ZtUHdO7TG-geqj5nJLzFV_Z8s7hiFVHj5N0foHZrBTjyqH6j2xC8reT1JUiCW10RuOGcXnug6xRbeosoAATWPPpeyGrK_sH8u3c6itABjAR4rnXoK9s9api-uCWuwiQOIhb8vupL9smoJFdjpgLhNhH6c8CjjKD_S-E1KDSwFP1/s700/2023.07.24_TV4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq62YcP9HMVYLGG3UG7ZtUHdO7TG-geqj5nJLzFV_Z8s7hiFVHj5N0foHZrBTjyqH6j2xC8reT1JUiCW10RuOGcXnug6xRbeosoAATWPPpeyGrK_sH8u3c6itABjAR4rnXoK9s9api-uCWuwiQOIhb8vupL9smoJFdjpgLhNhH6c8CjjKD_S-E1KDSwFP1/s320/2023.07.24_TV4.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUJ8bTXJ4fVitXAqfqWl0R7JQ4X3CDRe9Z2weghwH9d2P3Ff8nqkrtLSSVSJfhtie4oJdaoE_xt5KZ8vOHPiSFyzCNYqtYf_C3rB63r28NCQ5UYOMgs3kE6gxufSt8ncWSE5SakVtyfZMd5V20ekJTkqw30PFa4-oYd0DBlqXRx946n1UOezmL_MfuMU4U/s700/2023.07.24_TV5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUJ8bTXJ4fVitXAqfqWl0R7JQ4X3CDRe9Z2weghwH9d2P3Ff8nqkrtLSSVSJfhtie4oJdaoE_xt5KZ8vOHPiSFyzCNYqtYf_C3rB63r28NCQ5UYOMgs3kE6gxufSt8ncWSE5SakVtyfZMd5V20ekJTkqw30PFa4-oYd0DBlqXRx946n1UOezmL_MfuMU4U/s320/2023.07.24_TV5.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Noodles wonderfully cooked, not overcooked despite being in the takeout container for the ride home. Juicy, tender chicken. Broccoli cooked, yet still crisp. Crunchy sprouts and complementing basil. It might not be an explosion of flavors, but everything is still done right. Excellent meal.</div><div><br /></div><div>Thanks to inflation, I don't know if the prices have gone up and/or the portion size got smaller in the past three years.</div><div><br /></div><div>The default hot spice should be ideal as is for many people. Even after adding a small amount of powder and oil, I started sweating profusely. In other words, proper science.</div><div><br /></div><div>Great service overall. Definitely recommending Thai Village if you get to Central Oahu. <b><span style="color: red;">8.5/10</span></b></div></div>Aaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09615946940409283733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417553726455153200.post-51832298543864666902023-06-05T00:00:00.101-10:002023-06-05T00:00:00.143-10:00Crumbl CookiesCrumbl Cookies has over 800 locations in 49 states. This blog post covers their first Hawaii location at Kapolei Commons in Kapolei, Hawaii.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7VkNoqdvpz0AIHHIvOuW8E8vV7rHYGSFdF3Ha6cGXl_sUkQLv04KzXPVgGnlY09UrsGhD7OXiI4SI_u30RD6ODLqzAv3MKEjLPLLRoLB6mqwNTgTeIur5bali4RUI2kVQRQT3R20ZC_a1IO9L5kPimQj0rCgl92vTSadX-8uHHci-ZI1xPNLNKhhSmA/s600/2023.05.27_CR1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="450" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7VkNoqdvpz0AIHHIvOuW8E8vV7rHYGSFdF3Ha6cGXl_sUkQLv04KzXPVgGnlY09UrsGhD7OXiI4SI_u30RD6ODLqzAv3MKEjLPLLRoLB6mqwNTgTeIur5bali4RUI2kVQRQT3R20ZC_a1IO9L5kPimQj0rCgl92vTSadX-8uHHci-ZI1xPNLNKhhSmA/s320/2023.05.27_CR1.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div><br /><div><br /></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div>On Memorial Day weekend, my parents and I headed to Kapolei for some shopping. I don't travel that way too often, but this area reminds me a lot of the mainland: a larger space with lots of retail stores, and mostly ones that could be found on the mainland.</div><div><br /></div><div>As noted above, this is Crumbl's first spot in Hawaii, opening in May 2022 next to Genki Sushi. Crumbl states this spot is locally owned and operated, so they do franchising. There are plans for at least <b><i><a href="https://www.kitv.com/news/business/crumbl-cookies-expanding-in-hawaii-with-two-new-locations/article_de6fa83a-bd22-11ed-91a8-7f570ce9ea68.html#:~:text=HONOLULU%20(KITV4)%20%2D%2D%20Crumbl%20Cookies,confirmed%20to%20KITV4%20on%20Tuesday.">two more locations</a></i></b> soon. One should open in Aina Haina (east side of Oahu) by this fall, while another is slated for Pearl City, more toward central Oahu.</div><div><br /></div><div>Crumbl specializes in larger cookies, although they will also make smaller ones for catering events. They do an open kitchen so the customers can see every step of the process, from making the cookie to boxing the order.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFRnb4VV83ZoV5JEot2Br1EWeD4UsUK9B4kYfZoav5_eRowyF4jCZhI7HOXGwByr-m3Z1eBh-qTMFhGzZUmtvD-U-2Hs7b0Isb-dysfkhWmpagtzvN2GAI1Ru_C8O162rwJULnTurawge5cVscOmFrgDETBLkqAzviUvrJ2zn8niwloQmCDvAA5U5OdA/s600/2023.05.27_CR2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="600" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFRnb4VV83ZoV5JEot2Br1EWeD4UsUK9B4kYfZoav5_eRowyF4jCZhI7HOXGwByr-m3Z1eBh-qTMFhGzZUmtvD-U-2Hs7b0Isb-dysfkhWmpagtzvN2GAI1Ru_C8O162rwJULnTurawge5cVscOmFrgDETBLkqAzviUvrJ2zn8niwloQmCDvAA5U5OdA/s320/2023.05.27_CR2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUwS1qjtzREIQclk1kpAntEL5G7R1dGVuhZsPqu2KpjtjjnwkELpl9o69kz7AhFjWt7Jy6Ok2JaSI74u7vbcjl_UL79LuKOFj_d7CHD1wo4AqujDon8TSjApkHRiNdbWLdertFF7xKsRngM1Sf79E1Nmm74GE0khZHUUlUPiFpH9zmYNhFOgXXvWOYyg/s600/2023.05.27_CR3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="600" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUwS1qjtzREIQclk1kpAntEL5G7R1dGVuhZsPqu2KpjtjjnwkELpl9o69kz7AhFjWt7Jy6Ok2JaSI74u7vbcjl_UL79LuKOFj_d7CHD1wo4AqujDon8TSjApkHRiNdbWLdertFF7xKsRngM1Sf79E1Nmm74GE0khZHUUlUPiFpH9zmYNhFOgXXvWOYyg/s320/2023.05.27_CR3.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZBev1NvZNb0r9ol1LXj5RibT_ZR_7vEuGW9LC8Ko1YOmB-PIgIh861c50ELCH3YMzvXLw4h-opFTb_-GS4kuoGR9syqNEXiTyT-mLRmqCTutqo6UHyajOJItUyCVARVo0Oq4y_Tn4wOluKJ1kse-qaPmT02WNvHZHA-FNtvKX5SnJl1w1rDOMg3vciw/s600/2023.05.27_CR4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="600" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZBev1NvZNb0r9ol1LXj5RibT_ZR_7vEuGW9LC8Ko1YOmB-PIgIh861c50ELCH3YMzvXLw4h-opFTb_-GS4kuoGR9syqNEXiTyT-mLRmqCTutqo6UHyajOJItUyCVARVo0Oq4y_Tn4wOluKJ1kse-qaPmT02WNvHZHA-FNtvKX5SnJl1w1rDOMg3vciw/s320/2023.05.27_CR4.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>The chocolate chip cookie is generally their signature flagship, on the menu every week. They will rotate maybe five other flavors weekly. Some are served chilled, while others are served warm.</div><div><br /></div><div>I ordered one Strawberry Cake cookie ($4.98). Served warm, it's a strawberry-vanilla cookie, topped with strawberry cream cheese frosting and white chocolate curls. One of the softest, moistest cookies I've ever had. Frosting was delicious, not too sweet. White chocolate curls were mainly for appearance in my book, but also worked well here.</div><div><br /></div><div>Much like Voodoo Doughnut, Crumbl does pink takeout boxes but Crumbl even does it for the single orders.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZun55FIiHWZqTDvN3Pr5R7jVKPBnekbSS-HRI5WJnJFeN6KeSa5_hLdPhKblUuFvrl7hJuSUREB5tdxleKTWOBLhbLwMWgC9uSSYeKUWMWEKdZROPWLSI7hKFKGHFe9W75_d3NeZRTZNbzZBn4-_Ek9D5IurCKZ936Ww1j9iQQ4V2I2Kvr-bmLxODpA/s600/2023.05.27_CR5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="600" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZun55FIiHWZqTDvN3Pr5R7jVKPBnekbSS-HRI5WJnJFeN6KeSa5_hLdPhKblUuFvrl7hJuSUREB5tdxleKTWOBLhbLwMWgC9uSSYeKUWMWEKdZROPWLSI7hKFKGHFe9W75_d3NeZRTZNbzZBn4-_Ek9D5IurCKZ936Ww1j9iQQ4V2I2Kvr-bmLxODpA/s320/2023.05.27_CR5.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEindvu6isa2gnSl8hbLaFLIgr5STAZzD_eLuNUE-bSy0JTpPqi822HBhQCAqSyaFVyFHHrgF_J9ezhAgUrYzWuW8eifjYom40LI_yFy9SyNVT56lzepVEpzT5bEzva80nVVpzhJ9AYvkPRjclP2el-PeowYCS7Jx_fikcX4AnHKCDtXomjAPnkpfFZhpg/s600/2023.05.27_CR6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="600" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEindvu6isa2gnSl8hbLaFLIgr5STAZzD_eLuNUE-bSy0JTpPqi822HBhQCAqSyaFVyFHHrgF_J9ezhAgUrYzWuW8eifjYom40LI_yFy9SyNVT56lzepVEpzT5bEzva80nVVpzhJ9AYvkPRjclP2el-PeowYCS7Jx_fikcX4AnHKCDtXomjAPnkpfFZhpg/s320/2023.05.27_CR6.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxj8OFvkaU4LiYXTLvXKfekUcEyIlumMLIbgHCIfhnoH_cEDyVN-6wP4eb9DHJwskLT7qZ6JwFBxXzgc4iiWeq604MjvVTWWKEYI7ITPoR6uXDoVcsVUxgzJQ0QjFactIf6PhHo_XKsxIX8PIWjPuo7irB1epXMb3Wikw1CdFoCydGB4ZsQzlx-V3yOw/s600/2023.05.27_CR8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="600" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxj8OFvkaU4LiYXTLvXKfekUcEyIlumMLIbgHCIfhnoH_cEDyVN-6wP4eb9DHJwskLT7qZ6JwFBxXzgc4iiWeq604MjvVTWWKEYI7ITPoR6uXDoVcsVUxgzJQ0QjFactIf6PhHo_XKsxIX8PIWjPuo7irB1epXMb3Wikw1CdFoCydGB4ZsQzlx-V3yOw/s320/2023.05.27_CR8.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkdPfA7_IgHsZ4R4j5FZVE6xiAue157yV9ajGl3hPUYv0vreGk8IfTX2RQ6cf4yZ73zk61VC3BTl4wRLDso4rDWc_S0EAmUrXkgp99eOXR3Qm2jsiPLPueEHwH29L8iUyGr1tjFE7sPxhqb5hcmi5bia9NCMum_E7VjKtsjfoKxC48pJBlzupeFNJ1Cw/s600/2023.05.27_CR7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="600" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkdPfA7_IgHsZ4R4j5FZVE6xiAue157yV9ajGl3hPUYv0vreGk8IfTX2RQ6cf4yZ73zk61VC3BTl4wRLDso4rDWc_S0EAmUrXkgp99eOXR3Qm2jsiPLPueEHwH29L8iUyGr1tjFE7sPxhqb5hcmi5bia9NCMum_E7VjKtsjfoKxC48pJBlzupeFNJ1Cw/s320/2023.05.27_CR7.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Great service overall, with a good explanation of the options to a first-timer. One can order at one of the two self-serve iPads, or go to the front counter instead.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZZG-kFTls5ZW5Y-G2nkWRx2MXmzJmR7FheqlPaQ1NDjfeMR-Kj3uVCE7Ff_a03IXuYHWj4Mca_35CALn32GxvgQCKLdFSj_cYNmTFGzO0nM0v-3V8uDh0Hu6g4n2Fni4sChNEWSGdMo_zvhuNC2nOvZckMC65TzTMda4GDVcKlrtRyD0DXXWDpW3Z-Q/s600/2023.05.27_CR2a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="450" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZZG-kFTls5ZW5Y-G2nkWRx2MXmzJmR7FheqlPaQ1NDjfeMR-Kj3uVCE7Ff_a03IXuYHWj4Mca_35CALn32GxvgQCKLdFSj_cYNmTFGzO0nM0v-3V8uDh0Hu6g4n2Fni4sChNEWSGdMo_zvhuNC2nOvZckMC65TzTMda4GDVcKlrtRyD0DXXWDpW3Z-Q/s320/2023.05.27_CR2a.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWaZDknBU0iq10jqtgt80-0KjYh3PP64OkAHYBwBtth4i24_5s_u5EraHALa6eFxL2T86vUcEw_QJ0mRSBUyZ6rPLEKXq5LSLqnaKcO6EIQW1ctlk_xHmic8uxPRosxBlr8jRvAHZ2nc5Ww6CPsvdDH7Jq8GHq8-AKpiA8QYo2wO8FFeuthHync5wdMg/s600/2023.05.27_CR2b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="450" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWaZDknBU0iq10jqtgt80-0KjYh3PP64OkAHYBwBtth4i24_5s_u5EraHALa6eFxL2T86vUcEw_QJ0mRSBUyZ6rPLEKXq5LSLqnaKcO6EIQW1ctlk_xHmic8uxPRosxBlr8jRvAHZ2nc5Ww6CPsvdDH7Jq8GHq8-AKpiA8QYo2wO8FFeuthHync5wdMg/s320/2023.05.27_CR2b.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Although the cookies are on the pricier side, splitting one with my parents was the cost-effective way to go. Basically, we had our dessert before lunch. Proper logic.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivfT754VlKEdJEOO-_gmZQ-et3syzJVvlRIZW9lWTFf9n9z3EyALkThP1-fllzbhXCm3Hy3-m9zYcCB_QRZKWMPWAnDX4zOWdiiDRnyyOyN0Evdyw8YLafFY8c5jTsmxXjbNWQaFCyjpT8zfd2JBgNgu_Rf2o0uf9XNx9Z-aGZXiQ5sLrW7UgabNHHIQ/s600/2023.05.27_CR9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="450" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivfT754VlKEdJEOO-_gmZQ-et3syzJVvlRIZW9lWTFf9n9z3EyALkThP1-fllzbhXCm3Hy3-m9zYcCB_QRZKWMPWAnDX4zOWdiiDRnyyOyN0Evdyw8YLafFY8c5jTsmxXjbNWQaFCyjpT8zfd2JBgNgu_Rf2o0uf9XNx9Z-aGZXiQ5sLrW7UgabNHHIQ/s320/2023.05.27_CR9.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>If you have a Crumbl Cookies near you, I highly recommend trying them out. I'll be happier once they open a spot closer to me. <b><span style="color: red;">9.5/10</span></b></div></div>Aaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09615946940409283733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417553726455153200.post-22445315282355825542023-05-22T00:00:00.101-10:002023-05-22T00:00:00.140-10:00Pho 97 OnePho 97 One is located on Ka'ahumanu Street, in the Waimalu Plaza Shopping Center, in Aiea, Hawaii.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgn_v4ovlXpjhnP7jwgEM6CdqEPawRz4xEfsb9-ckCgvjkqUDjlmcIXqPDpEz4N5m0C9VajXf050sxTi8tAulL-1Uw9hapgIFb2MYRwgGb1KxV81Zp0_ulaE80G-y4BNBD1-Dgli9WKH5NU0XlSfYBy8eTxJzbsL-ANQrkfpFbJFsS8N2QHuIyoqh-AaQ/s600/2023.05.14_P97.001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="600" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgn_v4ovlXpjhnP7jwgEM6CdqEPawRz4xEfsb9-ckCgvjkqUDjlmcIXqPDpEz4N5m0C9VajXf050sxTi8tAulL-1Uw9hapgIFb2MYRwgGb1KxV81Zp0_ulaE80G-y4BNBD1-Dgli9WKH5NU0XlSfYBy8eTxJzbsL-ANQrkfpFbJFsS8N2QHuIyoqh-AaQ/s320/2023.05.14_P97.001.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><div><br /></div><div>Last Sunday was Mother's Day, and since my mom loves pho, we decided to try this spot. At least to us, really good pho places are tough to find. Ever since mom's favorite spot, <b><i><a href="https://www.foodreviews.aaronwakamatsu.com/2019/01/pho-thinh.html">Pho Thinh</a></i></b>, closed last spring, we've been searching for a new favorite.</div><div><br /></div><div>We arrived around 10:45, so they were probably open for just 45 minutes. Still, a few tables were occupied. We were seated very quickly., with menus and water in less than a minute. We got our orders taken maybe a minute later.</div><div><br /></div><div>The menu has the traditional menu items you'd find at a Vietnamese restaurant, from the spring/summer roll appetizers, to the banh mi and pho entrees.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKe2GXDwYVAjzvYLhIOhAvR6LZmWJM-u7irNwgHGnDFgVj4c225I9f8-HCWSo93zmu-xI-SRiKQFpd7iiSCAUbN3_IKjq2C8fjtyVmGHs1YvYs2x8D4fWcBD5chAJrASxuBMYa-Hzcol1dFC5r20Q3zAW_opCtDRrOg4mrUdxi1qYDcz0ZrCEtzFSgUQ/s600/2023.05.14_P97.002.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="450" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKe2GXDwYVAjzvYLhIOhAvR6LZmWJM-u7irNwgHGnDFgVj4c225I9f8-HCWSo93zmu-xI-SRiKQFpd7iiSCAUbN3_IKjq2C8fjtyVmGHs1YvYs2x8D4fWcBD5chAJrASxuBMYa-Hzcol1dFC5r20Q3zAW_opCtDRrOg4mrUdxi1qYDcz0ZrCEtzFSgUQ/s320/2023.05.14_P97.002.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd1ay6i6XTbOPobJTiLSF_qDyw4LxOWuz54jCbweznV96yIxNZozLZB3LueXhiSRFR8TxbQfqwcTEaL1EM71bXEx1hlCC3w5ckT4UaP-CbysVDkEgyhGhSyZ54tPY9kGDMK9vWDWG0soXJ3YnFTyP566lc8nukhIzrRfe5-R_6X_9tXtIgm4n2LD7f_A/s600/2023.05.14_P97.002a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="450" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd1ay6i6XTbOPobJTiLSF_qDyw4LxOWuz54jCbweznV96yIxNZozLZB3LueXhiSRFR8TxbQfqwcTEaL1EM71bXEx1hlCC3w5ckT4UaP-CbysVDkEgyhGhSyZ54tPY9kGDMK9vWDWG0soXJ3YnFTyP566lc8nukhIzrRfe5-R_6X_9tXtIgm4n2LD7f_A/s320/2023.05.14_P97.002a.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>My mom wanted the #30 Large Pho with Vegetables and Tofu ($13.95). Although my mom is vegetarian, she still wants (and prefers) the beef broth, since to her beef broth generally has more flavor. I got the #25 Large Pho with Rare Steak and Beef Meatballs ($13.95).</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisJizJLXQ0gKv-gdbujaqT58apVUx2Ps8IKjLyDH4vP1G2lQ1d-8nXFjsyahwNfd5yUXM_YZqUDsZconOgrB4ieiLUgtNC9PeVAMRF_c-ZMrWgZSQZEK50C4GmrVM9aIpJX36uWqaxD9y2jLj0QgUko_PF3Wj_1v8ux3G55llaiIhM4km30p4zwWyvTg/s600/2023.05.14_P97.005.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="600" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisJizJLXQ0gKv-gdbujaqT58apVUx2Ps8IKjLyDH4vP1G2lQ1d-8nXFjsyahwNfd5yUXM_YZqUDsZconOgrB4ieiLUgtNC9PeVAMRF_c-ZMrWgZSQZEK50C4GmrVM9aIpJX36uWqaxD9y2jLj0QgUko_PF3Wj_1v8ux3G55llaiIhM4km30p4zwWyvTg/s320/2023.05.14_P97.005.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWCpvy6AUtfc74uRPfh4hZ08jJIh5iqNcPf8bS6VjdJs4BAIreQMooT228nXqWim6NFzQ-JBvDM3RvRk49V5PfSdO3JpnDRRKEeTPLq4MtpTPp_ukJnLgH8P7o7NqYoTURRK4C-v0LnvIprxQPt-oBv6WVO8223b07ePL6OKE-ssKT7zLvq5eTTWQOkQ/s600/2023.05.14_P97.006.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="600" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWCpvy6AUtfc74uRPfh4hZ08jJIh5iqNcPf8bS6VjdJs4BAIreQMooT228nXqWim6NFzQ-JBvDM3RvRk49V5PfSdO3JpnDRRKEeTPLq4MtpTPp_ukJnLgH8P7o7NqYoTURRK4C-v0LnvIprxQPt-oBv6WVO8223b07ePL6OKE-ssKT7zLvq5eTTWQOkQ/s320/2023.05.14_P97.006.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>We got a full platter of basil, jalapeños, sprouts, lemon wedges, and what looked like dandelion leaves.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7X_iVLScZyoqGaF3KKRlFlxaAkDLvmrPel5yvCBHBf6pzpSpeX7oFtlmuB7RJ2o4vSdu6N4rudi0CBg3w64LT4oD9nph5intQ1Co_uNG-U6XjXdapd19BxS1ciXfSoWWGKnKHiCZbOeFM-_Waqj3gOhaOMYhz4TCP3cqscZhqHVHeSePWgG1WGTU2bw/s600/2023.05.14_P97.004.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="600" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7X_iVLScZyoqGaF3KKRlFlxaAkDLvmrPel5yvCBHBf6pzpSpeX7oFtlmuB7RJ2o4vSdu6N4rudi0CBg3w64LT4oD9nph5intQ1Co_uNG-U6XjXdapd19BxS1ciXfSoWWGKnKHiCZbOeFM-_Waqj3gOhaOMYhz4TCP3cqscZhqHVHeSePWgG1WGTU2bw/s320/2023.05.14_P97.004.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNa1RVodmjl4gix1os_UOjj3rHaBg5Sm7v9HXxxyyZ5UbwZeES-B9HucWSX2kBLzO_legnxDSH3vrWyUkFpkuDUc0b9-nlEJYdxpaYzOSriEKxjYUbkSEwYtzz-orzr6pG4PwwZ8UqA-OMrugTtQzQ5x0r4Gn9DlmsYqwm4i0OyxbRRhpgRdC-zjeupA/s600/2023.05.14_P97.003.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="600" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNa1RVodmjl4gix1os_UOjj3rHaBg5Sm7v9HXxxyyZ5UbwZeES-B9HucWSX2kBLzO_legnxDSH3vrWyUkFpkuDUc0b9-nlEJYdxpaYzOSriEKxjYUbkSEwYtzz-orzr6pG4PwwZ8UqA-OMrugTtQzQ5x0r4Gn9DlmsYqwm4i0OyxbRRhpgRdC-zjeupA/s320/2023.05.14_P97.003.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Not more than five minutes after we got our orders taken, the pho arrived. Probably the quickest service I've seen in a long time.</div><div><br /></div><div>Mom's pho came with a generous portion of vegetables and tofu. She enjoyed every bite with her usual combination of plum sauce, sriracha, and chili oil. Of course, she also took some basil, sprouts, and lemon.</div><div><br /></div><div>I thought the pho was very good. A good ratio of noodles to meat, and a healthy portion overall. Since mom is not too big a spicy eater (other than maybe the chili oil), I took all the jalapeños this time. I think the broth could have had a bit more flavor, but perhaps coming later in the day will allow the broth to develop more flavor.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhO1v4ENcn465J48BJjn-korku3QCkgnrCQNz4kzJzQwer-kjrUgFi30FP7pYo-XE400OXdkC1JWr1PX0ANBp5-9YG1NXVdW-9AyGgfa0VpmkrOCX_4_Ojxw4xfBsVvAXRR16l9CrZeJCbcMbsA0rnYGydt1hNuBsfCbK8N-2HACRD6JQ2EAnWPXzs0_Q/s600/2023.05.14_P97.007.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="600" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhO1v4ENcn465J48BJjn-korku3QCkgnrCQNz4kzJzQwer-kjrUgFi30FP7pYo-XE400OXdkC1JWr1PX0ANBp5-9YG1NXVdW-9AyGgfa0VpmkrOCX_4_Ojxw4xfBsVvAXRR16l9CrZeJCbcMbsA0rnYGydt1hNuBsfCbK8N-2HACRD6JQ2EAnWPXzs0_Q/s320/2023.05.14_P97.007.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHh4Fq3pzes_WvMCzYPJPGoxZ2wdKPP-Vnz-_pBCVYZvaooYki3VZjV3B_co8AokuwKfBXtqMfvD7dJaCMkhq2QSFMz_1eGySYh9aDDaY2GfSOudtYYhK6yMxFoNlWCvR30rPz1OS7xozkvt2_ZJ3HxLEMisEFJQ8dWxwlXR_mcHm0ophWz06rgjlynw/s600/2023.05.14_P97.008.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="600" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHh4Fq3pzes_WvMCzYPJPGoxZ2wdKPP-Vnz-_pBCVYZvaooYki3VZjV3B_co8AokuwKfBXtqMfvD7dJaCMkhq2QSFMz_1eGySYh9aDDaY2GfSOudtYYhK6yMxFoNlWCvR30rPz1OS7xozkvt2_ZJ3HxLEMisEFJQ8dWxwlXR_mcHm0ophWz06rgjlynw/s320/2023.05.14_P97.008.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Seeing old menu photos online, the food costs have increased post-pandemic, maybe $1 to $2 more than a few years ago.</div><div><br /></div><div>My dad had their #5 BBQ Chicken Banh Mi ($10.50). He thought the sandwich was good, but maybe could have had a bit more flavor on the chicken.</div><div><br /></div></div><div>Total bill came to about $40 for three people. Unfortunately, inflation has led to higher food costs and therefore higher restaurant prices, limiting how frequent we eat out at new spots.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIoZJet_3czDdpFiuFYT4WXAh_B8XK7gs8ZdaqRZqDL1p8DL3szh30gQXyx5Fhjsl9c4mlf98o-k8ilRbwHWMixnNTYfbx-9F6jImZEmOSHugc-7q_eaNgvaz36Pxof_6zrFBYK9XBBfhjyGZbL8OUZvCaooERMbCcIqoiN9y292OcgBh4EtWQNOAylA/s600/2023.05.14_P97.009.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="600" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIoZJet_3czDdpFiuFYT4WXAh_B8XK7gs8ZdaqRZqDL1p8DL3szh30gQXyx5Fhjsl9c4mlf98o-k8ilRbwHWMixnNTYfbx-9F6jImZEmOSHugc-7q_eaNgvaz36Pxof_6zrFBYK9XBBfhjyGZbL8OUZvCaooERMbCcIqoiN9y292OcgBh4EtWQNOAylA/s320/2023.05.14_P97.009.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Pho 97 One is a good spot overall. Based on this experience, it might not yet crack the top echelon of pho places I've been to, but it's a solid option. <b><span style="color: red;">7.5/10</span></b></div>Aaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09615946940409283733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417553726455153200.post-34623969338666111092023-03-13T00:00:00.087-10:002023-03-13T00:00:00.227-10:00Bravo RestaurantBravo Restaurant is located at the corner of Kamehameha Hwy and Kaonohi Street in Aiea, Hawaii.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwlyA7VtoKdp3LKhb1NdNtN_3u1Fnxb4HwTk1LbOvnESpqHEGkQVeDKnCeYjHu0Zl-7WD3NSWaA-mZBLhN0HXNkmhMXcrp54H_MuXU-5cflO9VmF5Dawjmoy5JDetxfPybHKdxdSYzxBCxXMRRnpJ7OtNqfFGFHIDvQHiFoMHcQ7fdIYsKJ54j0R4rxg/s700/2023.02.16_BR1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="525" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwlyA7VtoKdp3LKhb1NdNtN_3u1Fnxb4HwTk1LbOvnESpqHEGkQVeDKnCeYjHu0Zl-7WD3NSWaA-mZBLhN0HXNkmhMXcrp54H_MuXU-5cflO9VmF5Dawjmoy5JDetxfPybHKdxdSYzxBCxXMRRnpJ7OtNqfFGFHIDvQHiFoMHcQ7fdIYsKJ54j0R4rxg/s320/2023.02.16_BR1.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div><br /><div><br /></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div>I met up with a friend after not seeing him for nearly 14 years. He and his wife briefly lived in Hawaii for a year, and his wife enjoyed Bravo.</div><div><br /></div><div>Located under Anna Miller's, Bravo is a casual Italian spot, making their own pasta, meatballs, and sauces. A large menu here that should have something for just about any palate.</div><div><br /></div><div>Every table gets free (seemingly unlimited) garlic knots, which are warm, fluffy, and outstanding. If anything, it might not be a bad idea to fill up on these, then take part of your meal home and enjoy leftovers.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzHc5Asn9lGv2oqnwgoqhLBZm4rDG4w1_MCBFrtV1GQq36KqaGYHWov5WSrpizKTKi-gEpmpFO3b0av3rLvSrq3HNJPhrUmqOKQLc050nIpBa1-H-f3vwd19cJMZpgre9mqb-ePZeGlW4g5Ar3h-4Y32SPTKN07rv4oWqbPPpux2xZyqXNwXFWC8T-fA/s700/2023.02.16_BR3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzHc5Asn9lGv2oqnwgoqhLBZm4rDG4w1_MCBFrtV1GQq36KqaGYHWov5WSrpizKTKi-gEpmpFO3b0av3rLvSrq3HNJPhrUmqOKQLc050nIpBa1-H-f3vwd19cJMZpgre9mqb-ePZeGlW4g5Ar3h-4Y32SPTKN07rv4oWqbPPpux2xZyqXNwXFWC8T-fA/s320/2023.02.16_BR3.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>I'm a big pesto fan, so as tempting as the meatballs were, I ordered the Rigatoni with Pesto ($16.99). I opted for the traditional pesto with basil, garlic, and imported olive oil (they also have a creamy pesto option).</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKYq9rEEGhjshDt-eJVBBsaJ3eBuBI04sjdR-6tiupsFbH03DupfkO980-TBC_FeG43ZfUpC2XZZDCbDT54wHHDjYL2IGBmKxJv7hzFbc3LGWdud_0xfZmQvzVnRIq3UIH9XIbKsz-VIwsNpIYHDNn57tTHO_NjlMQCGvdMBpYWTi5cvb1wagDuX2nRg/s700/2023.02.16_BR2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKYq9rEEGhjshDt-eJVBBsaJ3eBuBI04sjdR-6tiupsFbH03DupfkO980-TBC_FeG43ZfUpC2XZZDCbDT54wHHDjYL2IGBmKxJv7hzFbc3LGWdud_0xfZmQvzVnRIq3UIH9XIbKsz-VIwsNpIYHDNn57tTHO_NjlMQCGvdMBpYWTi5cvb1wagDuX2nRg/s320/2023.02.16_BR2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTXXCJb-FTpq80tK_YvcFCll5Bn4EHH6Ewe2-xlIGwSsku8JVRELvNuwMSVkBnPbO3pO1N-6lnUBxp9-Gqa-Dj3lrrrF-kQX1y4tw99rWsGrOI4QZmkSAJGSFwHnH2Xn4EPdqN8BvUD2uRXhVqZzCrRvuc3MoILD1FSYaD4RUkweLxo_Ph0vaLlBLD4g/s700/2023.02.16_BR4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTXXCJb-FTpq80tK_YvcFCll5Bn4EHH6Ewe2-xlIGwSsku8JVRELvNuwMSVkBnPbO3pO1N-6lnUBxp9-Gqa-Dj3lrrrF-kQX1y4tw99rWsGrOI4QZmkSAJGSFwHnH2Xn4EPdqN8BvUD2uRXhVqZzCrRvuc3MoILD1FSYaD4RUkweLxo_Ph0vaLlBLD4g/s320/2023.02.16_BR4.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Perfect al dente pasta and delicious pesto. For me, the right proportion of garlic and basil. No shortage of olive oil here, but hey, I hear it's good for your skin. Some shaved parmesan on top brought everything together.</div><div><br /></div><div>I skipped dessert this time, but the Tiramisu ($9.99) would be at the top of the list. It's one of my favorites. We only saw the table of desserts on our way out, and had we paid attention earlier, dessert might have been ordered first. Alas, maybe next time.</div><div><br /></div><div>Even later on a Thursday evening, it was busy. Excellent service overall. Bravo Restaurant is a definite recommend if you want a good Italian meal. <b><span style="color: red;">8.5/10</span></b></div></div>Aaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09615946940409283733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417553726455153200.post-84621836733978684332023-02-20T00:00:00.001-10:002023-02-20T00:00:00.233-10:00Aina GrillAina Grill is located on Farrington Hwy in Waipahu, Hawaii.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkbZYcra5-IK1aOqhN7vHpHJTvdedhkHSWbrtqWJiKMmqMaaLeT3ZLyfyJCvbMPkv2aa3S5fONYQNGoA2Zc7xxazAdUWJSVw4i-nLZiEr-RyP2kH4Nn_ES3PHA1Gt2-XJYGB2np2JDowrYVV3IHvUr_ZINMAb566e-XPEkk4bnixjr8MSRvfUjV5y-dA/s500/2023.02.01_AG1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkbZYcra5-IK1aOqhN7vHpHJTvdedhkHSWbrtqWJiKMmqMaaLeT3ZLyfyJCvbMPkv2aa3S5fONYQNGoA2Zc7xxazAdUWJSVw4i-nLZiEr-RyP2kH4Nn_ES3PHA1Gt2-XJYGB2np2JDowrYVV3IHvUr_ZINMAb566e-XPEkk4bnixjr8MSRvfUjV5y-dA/s320/2023.02.01_AG1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /><div><br /></div><div>I don't get out to Waipahu much, but when two friends from the mainland fly into town to attempt a food challenge, I'll get out of the house and cheer them on.</div><div><br /></div><div>Aina Grill opened around October 2019, a spot to get local favorites. Everything is made from scratch here, including all their dressings and sauces. It's a small spot, with maybe 4-5 tables in a tiny area.</div><div><br /></div><div>For plates, there are generally two sizes, mini and regular. For an additional $4, you can get a mixed plate with two main proteins. Popular menu items include their Ahi Katsu ($12.99 mini, $15.95 regular) and their Braised Short Rib Loco Moco ($14.99 mini, $18.9 regular). Minis come with two sides, while regular plates and mixed plates get three sides.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTStZvOVLd0fEJle4XRvYrbGiRCtTNI7UkuiwEOE9R6rrTSuPR_ysTQUcGtDCS_U1zE9ui6Kbl33HaCjyjAtSKL4pTDqAB6Q6oHZT-mJO7jqPjqdVIAIqz86esvxTBGuwAUwxYiR3B2rVZGfKLH1fIGLFjhnbK2-SjWxJoVpmlNW_UujeCO-xwpDjsQg/s500/2023.02.01_AG2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTStZvOVLd0fEJle4XRvYrbGiRCtTNI7UkuiwEOE9R6rrTSuPR_ysTQUcGtDCS_U1zE9ui6Kbl33HaCjyjAtSKL4pTDqAB6Q6oHZT-mJO7jqPjqdVIAIqz86esvxTBGuwAUwxYiR3B2rVZGfKLH1fIGLFjhnbK2-SjWxJoVpmlNW_UujeCO-xwpDjsQg/s320/2023.02.01_AG2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>To test the spicy science here, I ordered their mini Spicy Garlic Shrimp ($11.99), with brown rice and garden salad for my sides. A side of papaya dressing accompanied the salad.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6Hv911o_kdhIuXiqjIHAhExzq1BTwDgVQ-OtprqvetvwBWb_zgdg28PRYpU6BtThdQFrPru4P-3CpDQXy5_uI54YSSd6cTgbJQhOY_DFKQ92bTKI9RLItf3fGqpC5iyb8ILIaguYB5zqvtxU3G_Ys67BhB-Xp_w7e5M_-KNbGGeH06Zwlu-nsjA_dkA/s650/2023.02.01_AG2a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="650" data-original-width="611" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6Hv911o_kdhIuXiqjIHAhExzq1BTwDgVQ-OtprqvetvwBWb_zgdg28PRYpU6BtThdQFrPru4P-3CpDQXy5_uI54YSSd6cTgbJQhOY_DFKQ92bTKI9RLItf3fGqpC5iyb8ILIaguYB5zqvtxU3G_Ys67BhB-Xp_w7e5M_-KNbGGeH06Zwlu-nsjA_dkA/s320/2023.02.01_AG2a.jpg" width="301" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP9qB-X6B7vVuKrpQGXKS3FDJ5ljRjn0ahZXcI0tN0UNmxK0qUDTsQBqcI8y3x3Kwrh1wFQuL2yKdhqG2RexSqHM6Hon2kXQ7R2doVHeQ4AfbCzzD7i2TKFkLW6v4Nu2Qs4_IIbe9cSEZRRhd1mXf2JmJLecOOvqyiasBd4cdek09p-uEP_uD5gS7KsA/s700/2023.02.01_AG3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP9qB-X6B7vVuKrpQGXKS3FDJ5ljRjn0ahZXcI0tN0UNmxK0qUDTsQBqcI8y3x3Kwrh1wFQuL2yKdhqG2RexSqHM6Hon2kXQ7R2doVHeQ4AfbCzzD7i2TKFkLW6v4Nu2Qs4_IIbe9cSEZRRhd1mXf2JmJLecOOvqyiasBd4cdek09p-uEP_uD5gS7KsA/s320/2023.02.01_AG3.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyZ7F1zwcUh06QmcZypjLr_AXAkPN_LPTyh49DgKeA8HcLkuEd-y1-O8uwVf-c38yCddnudehpc1Bc-wsZAdNYi8HkjxeeoCg989KntPJNkrUJD5DnmdHm_1J2gDtsa5N8Yi9kVcaSFXFbCJw0bVHPZp2Td1ffp4DiMbTMaVWs34cMAFxlAJPZI22IyA/s700/2023.02.01_AG3a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyZ7F1zwcUh06QmcZypjLr_AXAkPN_LPTyh49DgKeA8HcLkuEd-y1-O8uwVf-c38yCddnudehpc1Bc-wsZAdNYi8HkjxeeoCg989KntPJNkrUJD5DnmdHm_1J2gDtsa5N8Yi9kVcaSFXFbCJw0bVHPZp2Td1ffp4DiMbTMaVWs34cMAFxlAJPZI22IyA/s320/2023.02.01_AG3a.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifmvN7lb3ZfCeyoi0FEE8NUE3aOm90S7v5yMQrQY5dWoxSksdL64eNqjaTL9Mq3AOCRfa_eAmG7JtZw3GUDApQGqXx3fnn_4FUs5S6ROl1c7U4Kxl-y6FCx-kt9viPdLQesuL-ri9cvDYRtOblJCTEJockKlUDf5golDVmFtEMW1Aie-rMPtBmKkzm0g/s650/2023.02.01_AG3b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="650" data-original-width="488" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifmvN7lb3ZfCeyoi0FEE8NUE3aOm90S7v5yMQrQY5dWoxSksdL64eNqjaTL9Mq3AOCRfa_eAmG7JtZw3GUDApQGqXx3fnn_4FUs5S6ROl1c7U4Kxl-y6FCx-kt9viPdLQesuL-ri9cvDYRtOblJCTEJockKlUDf5golDVmFtEMW1Aie-rMPtBmKkzm0g/s320/2023.02.01_AG3b.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>I loved the dish. Excellent shrimp, maybe 6-7 small ones perfectly cooked in a creamy spicy sauce. Flavorful and frankly, very acceptable heat for most people. I loved the papaya dressing, fruity with some tang.</div><div><br /></div><div>For the people who can eat a lot, Aina Grill offers a 6-pound Loco Moco Burrito challenge, first offered around early 2020. It's 3 pounds of fried rice (that has diced char siu pork) and five quarter-pound hamburger patties inside two large flour tortillas. After the burrito is wrapped, it's topped with runny fried eggs, brown gravy, homemade cheese sauce, fried onions, and scallions. Three scoops of macaroni salad on the side. The entire challenge is served on a metal tray.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFmq7AtYpfp048XM5EJouqeCIXM7QzBUxMIh9AXmEaajQ4HJGqJox64oj7kJs2gj6P7PsW7m_1B8MHbbooEfu1em9behDeJXYdj5Qh5O5m6A4cIPaqlSPjPvCZKWM9OlmCvvxEMqLKS_Sr8A7nrwPmhWd_GFm2w6HOJk7mlpW_9RaB2DNE7g2fsCDHEA/s500/2023.02.01_AG4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="375" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFmq7AtYpfp048XM5EJouqeCIXM7QzBUxMIh9AXmEaajQ4HJGqJox64oj7kJs2gj6P7PsW7m_1B8MHbbooEfu1em9behDeJXYdj5Qh5O5m6A4cIPaqlSPjPvCZKWM9OlmCvvxEMqLKS_Sr8A7nrwPmhWd_GFm2w6HOJk7mlpW_9RaB2DNE7g2fsCDHEA/s320/2023.02.01_AG4.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhC3JC7kEaYCSxXruhdqMq0MRC2COUwHt2yHsHP43I9hLMlPL-wh2bnXHFwMapYnma_ZI4s8Un8av9DvJmgX7vfCF25xorcad7ij71jsEvboeepeLbR55NuCh_f2NmAP19rGsIV8wzAsJQhdu3n8gFDYwnOFzVbmOlPeZigbDhv_PgltqSHoFfRjaguNQ/s600/2023.02.01_AG5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="600" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhC3JC7kEaYCSxXruhdqMq0MRC2COUwHt2yHsHP43I9hLMlPL-wh2bnXHFwMapYnma_ZI4s8Un8av9DvJmgX7vfCF25xorcad7ij71jsEvboeepeLbR55NuCh_f2NmAP19rGsIV8wzAsJQhdu3n8gFDYwnOFzVbmOlPeZigbDhv_PgltqSHoFfRjaguNQ/s320/2023.02.01_AG5.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Challengers have 30 minutes to complete the challenge. Winners get their photo on the Wall of Fame, a free lucha libre T-shirt, and the $45 meal free. If unsuccessful, you'll get your picture on the Wall of Shame and pay the $45.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQP8M9z95T0UnEhxsFxD-pCPKHmyd_wD5nY_lGyDqSXYqSMfD6OI_HgSuo4YG2pLuO-KC4obw-og9qg7la6de8ld2Xn8pdn84uhR0b-_M-UaEcOrWGy6FTq2Wng32rcn1f1kW2aHGRkN_YzidHN9joOZhRs7wFWN_sLHPv33i-avxBVReLXdXnjkvUMA/s700/2023.02.01_AG8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="660" data-original-width="700" height="302" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQP8M9z95T0UnEhxsFxD-pCPKHmyd_wD5nY_lGyDqSXYqSMfD6OI_HgSuo4YG2pLuO-KC4obw-og9qg7la6de8ld2Xn8pdn84uhR0b-_M-UaEcOrWGy6FTq2Wng32rcn1f1kW2aHGRkN_YzidHN9joOZhRs7wFWN_sLHPv33i-avxBVReLXdXnjkvUMA/s320/2023.02.01_AG8.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiI-KFs0UeHoxOansmoUB8OnOSBqdtbg5LMl1i7QF_ljQjxDzDAucAqHItvRKwH3cgzB92vff0n6n-qeFFKwFS4Jgg9qROxPGDh-F84QuDdwJdWAEY5OeXEAD0bwMIrbdLK_LJQPQRDZwkmzE3JCPgzNw5yNw96VQ7ZPLJDpNEBZq6_LMDIfgD647OSw/s600/2023.02.01_AG9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="498" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiI-KFs0UeHoxOansmoUB8OnOSBqdtbg5LMl1i7QF_ljQjxDzDAucAqHItvRKwH3cgzB92vff0n6n-qeFFKwFS4Jgg9qROxPGDh-F84QuDdwJdWAEY5OeXEAD0bwMIrbdLK_LJQPQRDZwkmzE3JCPgzNw5yNw96VQ7ZPLJDpNEBZq6_LMDIfgD647OSw/s320/2023.02.01_AG9.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib26aOWrpsgInVG7s_o7m_QdShNkRsydFbC5kw19W5A-Fphrra5X4BM-VEQR5EpihO3JIV3h-_tiV70vJStr2oEZatTVafFRKX1Ls2ESCvjPyebQhU5RnKkrusNkP1S-sh_B9BG6_q5TDODnIkWR0MEvsE60MKU7kJimvfaRhK8z4mjY21AX64YHhABA/s709/2023.02.01_AG7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="709" data-original-width="700" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib26aOWrpsgInVG7s_o7m_QdShNkRsydFbC5kw19W5A-Fphrra5X4BM-VEQR5EpihO3JIV3h-_tiV70vJStr2oEZatTVafFRKX1Ls2ESCvjPyebQhU5RnKkrusNkP1S-sh_B9BG6_q5TDODnIkWR0MEvsE60MKU7kJimvfaRhK8z4mjY21AX64YHhABA/s320/2023.02.01_AG7.jpg" width="316" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiX4HLmqJvxZ-EzQ4l2tvWjtmlFYoxuu9v-6BaHQ2At9ZzEKPjYSO5-K4kD69w7P2QkXwz74qdthHacxljqJ0E2EwGHsSeGe9iWJ0hYhTRZk9yAfcMZFb7R8Jaj2QSKntENSLyVR_hR3_1FzEzzeR_S2lcUNzolwXesSX_Amv1woOf0fvgg-ZmdEHLdw/s500/2023.02.01_AG6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="375" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiX4HLmqJvxZ-EzQ4l2tvWjtmlFYoxuu9v-6BaHQ2At9ZzEKPjYSO5-K4kD69w7P2QkXwz74qdthHacxljqJ0E2EwGHsSeGe9iWJ0hYhTRZk9yAfcMZFb7R8Jaj2QSKntENSLyVR_hR3_1FzEzzeR_S2lcUNzolwXesSX_Amv1woOf0fvgg-ZmdEHLdw/s320/2023.02.01_AG6.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Through January 2023, there were roughly 20 attempts and just two winners. One winner was professional eater "Raina is Crazy", and the other was a local CrossFit enthusiast named Ben. Raina had the quickest time at around 9:20 (yes, less than nine and a half minutes).</div><div><br /></div><div>Professional eaters Randy Santel and Katina Eats Kilos then attempted the challenge on February 1. To avoid spoilers, I'll just provide links to their YouTube pages (<b><i><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@KatinaEatsKilos">here's Katina's page</a></i></b> and <b><i><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@RandySantel">here's Randy's page</a></i></b>) and you can search for the challenge there. Katina usually gets her videos up quickly, while it might take a bit longer for Randy to upload his.</div><div><br /></div><div>I wish Aina Grill offered a regular-sized version of their loco moco burrito. It would be a nice meal on the go, and while a ton of Hawaii spots have the traditional dish, I don't know many who serve it in burrito form.</div></div><div><br /></div><div>This is an awesome small business to check out, almost a hole-in-the-wall location that's away from the touristy areas. Awesome owners/staff. Highly recommended. <b><span style="color: red;">9/10</span></b></div>Aaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09615946940409283733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417553726455153200.post-55161080399370215642023-02-06T00:00:00.124-10:002023-02-06T00:00:00.262-10:00The Hall by Beer Lab HI (Pearlridge)<div><b><i><a href="https://www.foodreviews.aaronwakamatsu.com/2019/02/beer-lab-hi-university-avenue.html">(Previous Beer Lab Post for University Ave - Feb 2019)</a></i></b></div><div><br /></div>Beer Lab HI has multiple locations on Oahu. This blog post covers The Hall at Pearlridge Shopping Center in Aiea, Hawaii.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlBp7GUF_MC6tqk477l7cE_70gejoMqYEcR7oyHOvH9yHdNTbGVHUMtZrrMoEiqUqE4FzuqRNPUof4WnncXMVyFPtNWT8VEx6hxlPDOL10hPvj50foSfQBZVesiGKE2AhuvdH0cNyFM_pu2d9jIqIF5VVi-L8uf-0d9DrKeXL5olSE_B4wRsrMpdnT6A/s500/2023.01.27_BL1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="375" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlBp7GUF_MC6tqk477l7cE_70gejoMqYEcR7oyHOvH9yHdNTbGVHUMtZrrMoEiqUqE4FzuqRNPUof4WnncXMVyFPtNWT8VEx6hxlPDOL10hPvj50foSfQBZVesiGKE2AhuvdH0cNyFM_pu2d9jIqIF5VVi-L8uf-0d9DrKeXL5olSE_B4wRsrMpdnT6A/s320/2023.01.27_BL1.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /><div><br /></div><div>I finally got to their current Pearlridge location, where they have <b><i><a href="https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g60644-d21335732-r779220087-Beer_Lab_HI-Aiea_Oahu_Hawaii.html">been since 2020</a></i></b>. They started as a small spot near the Cookie Corner in a different part of the Uptown (Phase 1) area, then as the COVID pandemic hit, Beer Lab moved to the larger current spot later in 2020, previously occupied by Applebee's, and rebranded itself as The Hall.</div><div><br /></div><div>In early 2022, Beer Lab did <b><i><a href="https://www.khon2.com/local-news/beer-lab-hi-offers-beer-to-go-during-renovations-at-pearlridge-location/">some renovations</a></i></b> that temporarily closed the dining hall for about 6 weeks.</div><div><br /></div><div>I bought two of my friends in town from the mainland here because they love good food and beer just like me.</div><div><br /></div><div>Unlike the University and Waipio spots that only serve snacks, the Pearlridge spot has a full kitchen with an impressive food menu. As usual, the beers are all rotating, so what you might see one week might not be there the next time you go.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKoxbkAtKO32pHNprzHFOZOPSJCFREb0qv05kK3iMftHlE2tcQQRbycEhk_Tkq1u56BOU6W1VSBlH4pvTjDw9MO-gSVSiIAAsZVx1RM0cnvdcMIlRkrKi5YZbmIkMlVOJKS-FgQQEJRRh_pUAop6YgGuzbI0MDWb5-Xw5HrP45DQoTtkXwaqEOxvkJiA/s500/2023.01.27_BL3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="375" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKoxbkAtKO32pHNprzHFOZOPSJCFREb0qv05kK3iMftHlE2tcQQRbycEhk_Tkq1u56BOU6W1VSBlH4pvTjDw9MO-gSVSiIAAsZVx1RM0cnvdcMIlRkrKi5YZbmIkMlVOJKS-FgQQEJRRh_pUAop6YgGuzbI0MDWb5-Xw5HrP45DQoTtkXwaqEOxvkJiA/s320/2023.01.27_BL3.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEic_I5G4kONfbB72LNaUBXtb3MKE08QpMQcbf7u4ZR9iI2S2Du3gABPHc9qWgWWTuNYlbGvnDhRkEp3uR79Zkle0SZ39Nj0J5rtWMa1EoKXJ6nLqkT_jK3Z8NY0a3mozzZ6-PzcCMTqcGBSoyHggUl7tokVapL9NQQHcS6NjBHjWCIErKNUxEZ2be4v8w/s500/2023.01.27_BL2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="375" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEic_I5G4kONfbB72LNaUBXtb3MKE08QpMQcbf7u4ZR9iI2S2Du3gABPHc9qWgWWTuNYlbGvnDhRkEp3uR79Zkle0SZ39Nj0J5rtWMa1EoKXJ6nLqkT_jK3Z8NY0a3mozzZ6-PzcCMTqcGBSoyHggUl7tokVapL9NQQHcS6NjBHjWCIErKNUxEZ2be4v8w/s320/2023.01.27_BL2.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>The Hall has open seating, with bar seating, individual tables, and communal tables. Even on a Friday night, there should be spots open before 5 PM.</div><div><br /></div><div>I started with the Rinnegan Hazy Double IPA (7.2% ABV), which has Vic Secret, El Dorado, Galaxy, Rakau, and exp 158 hops. Very delicious, mostly fruity citrus with complementing dank and good hop presence.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcS_aF8kh8uz5gyIjIHBkMO4Haenrt9qWZ5NUT5bG393SKOXmTBVCgF4ApTL6fBhVQD7HRpRhbjGHaPmCCsIBvNl9XXl7_lpEjWn0ymtJtJM5WVAbHRfeb6MZCAe752CJcgjqVYmUhJPEw4rGLUlwy0k4bBxYPbLL0RM8_1GRubriCUzjFJxPomvhggQ/s750/2023.01.27_BL2a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="427" data-original-width="750" height="182" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcS_aF8kh8uz5gyIjIHBkMO4Haenrt9qWZ5NUT5bG393SKOXmTBVCgF4ApTL6fBhVQD7HRpRhbjGHaPmCCsIBvNl9XXl7_lpEjWn0ymtJtJM5WVAbHRfeb6MZCAe752CJcgjqVYmUhJPEw4rGLUlwy0k4bBxYPbLL0RM8_1GRubriCUzjFJxPomvhggQ/s320/2023.01.27_BL2a.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiT6L8_l_iUp1ZJqe_UVuDCDm8RwoFY43QFsc_mmBlIFRMbz7qXdkuFjIisloiTeEctP_-3IfXfaArOl_EjE-jHbtJkC3QH6BErQT0h573FjxOHJsz-_fYKHrieghkVwVDMFlTSY8BHKx68cUauko4gMGasPMwJeZZbDZBE-iNHFKfVBYqO-XV9dVlwRg/s500/2023.01.27_BL4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiT6L8_l_iUp1ZJqe_UVuDCDm8RwoFY43QFsc_mmBlIFRMbz7qXdkuFjIisloiTeEctP_-3IfXfaArOl_EjE-jHbtJkC3QH6BErQT0h573FjxOHJsz-_fYKHrieghkVwVDMFlTSY8BHKx68cUauko4gMGasPMwJeZZbDZBE-iNHFKfVBYqO-XV9dVlwRg/s320/2023.01.27_BL4.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>I then had the Kimchee Fried Rice ($17): bacon, kimchee, rice, topped with green onion and a local Waialua farm egg. Excellent flavor and mild heat on the back end. It looks greasy, but definitely a lovely guilty pleasure.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOxtWvFokNVpzx5fXLtIIWrd1NBeZ33FDdqY7WLjzVBYihiCYgDb2DrQ-Y1IjJnCAuGYQEplLxYOAMuSOtI-NAhOw64xhafUoGgX6Gy77-Kev3tC1wZ8DDRf-J0u5sDB6w2omEtA6JzxVWlU2peY7YyZDT5JbnKZDfk3j6XYcqPuKsday3QSenOb_kHg/s700/2023.01.27_BL3b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="529" data-original-width="700" height="242" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOxtWvFokNVpzx5fXLtIIWrd1NBeZ33FDdqY7WLjzVBYihiCYgDb2DrQ-Y1IjJnCAuGYQEplLxYOAMuSOtI-NAhOw64xhafUoGgX6Gy77-Kev3tC1wZ8DDRf-J0u5sDB6w2omEtA6JzxVWlU2peY7YyZDT5JbnKZDfk3j6XYcqPuKsday3QSenOb_kHg/s320/2023.01.27_BL3b.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSw_rdWd0JYCkUhjPwXYrINDIXT-sPwL_ld5gcThkOrF_1Nka4b9L0Xn0ZR1GXW_4dgGkv03khvKxMDohND7nRToUFAC-Ymn_f-78cHb_EXcZ-YFZIsIMz-Sdo4ScCqoKjEA66NpiBIS1j0P2j3CblNMh9t-Bqo9Agj0O_zujU3AF6tAIQETUdvzEc8A/s500/2023.01.27_BL5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSw_rdWd0JYCkUhjPwXYrINDIXT-sPwL_ld5gcThkOrF_1Nka4b9L0Xn0ZR1GXW_4dgGkv03khvKxMDohND7nRToUFAC-Ymn_f-78cHb_EXcZ-YFZIsIMz-Sdo4ScCqoKjEA66NpiBIS1j0P2j3CblNMh9t-Bqo9Agj0O_zujU3AF6tAIQETUdvzEc8A/s320/2023.01.27_BL5.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvLvQEWVqgwgwJfclu3H2oCTrKx_u7YN0tlxaVtl4KyyLNAOqoEPCSLjGGT0WFzkuWFBKHqR4-l5oxgWB2H6h-_S7E6VRGvHXklNf8YQ-xH-KKmc-mjvPO-szde_4JjJPPbBXWcyCZW-i5Ke4YrLQevtrK4ep6UznQpM-bEb-jBaMZnACHsUD2NUcuQw/s500/2023.01.27_BL6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvLvQEWVqgwgwJfclu3H2oCTrKx_u7YN0tlxaVtl4KyyLNAOqoEPCSLjGGT0WFzkuWFBKHqR4-l5oxgWB2H6h-_S7E6VRGvHXklNf8YQ-xH-KKmc-mjvPO-szde_4JjJPPbBXWcyCZW-i5Ke4YrLQevtrK4ep6UznQpM-bEb-jBaMZnACHsUD2NUcuQw/s320/2023.01.27_BL6.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Not pictured (because my friends and I tackled it pretty quickly) was the Banana Lumpia ($9). Three house-made lumpia with generous amounts of banana inside and served with vanilla ice cream. Crispy lumpia on the outside, fresh out of the fryer. The ice cream was still a little frozen, but obviously better than if it came to us a melted mess.</div><div><br /></div><div>Their breakfast menu, available from 8 AM to 11 AM daily, offers dishes such as French toast, various benedicts, and pancakes.</div></div><div><br /></div><div>While I love the Beer Lab on University Ave, I think The Hall here is much better for the delicious food. At some point, I plan to go back for the breakfast. <b><span style="color: red;">9/10</span></b></div>Aaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09615946940409283733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417553726455153200.post-65314104567799348192023-01-23T00:00:00.108-10:002023-01-23T00:00:00.236-10:00Super PhoSuper Pho is located on Waialae Ave, near Sierra Drive, in Honolulu, Hawaii.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8Xn_Cykdm7Rfblm96LIoezTwRrqPLbAv88-s6nK617HY-qZId-_TH55duO_epJsjq8g4xN8XGLi2aRoUR0UFjiXxnmj7YMKhZJwYZaojjHLKwl4ZnpFLwWIpSXwA2UNgsf-ZsYeCtzQApScSWl94oHgDhGwZm-zgl_PELR0oNpTS59a5BgLV1q-rlnA/s500/2023.01.21_SP1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="375" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8Xn_Cykdm7Rfblm96LIoezTwRrqPLbAv88-s6nK617HY-qZId-_TH55duO_epJsjq8g4xN8XGLi2aRoUR0UFjiXxnmj7YMKhZJwYZaojjHLKwl4ZnpFLwWIpSXwA2UNgsf-ZsYeCtzQApScSWl94oHgDhGwZm-zgl_PELR0oNpTS59a5BgLV1q-rlnA/s320/2023.01.21_SP1.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div>To anyone still reading this blog, I haven't gone to a new spot in a while because I've been lazy and mostly ate at home/ If anything, it's saved some money (inflation is not proper science).</div><div><br /></div><div>But we recently celebrated mom's birthday, and since she loves pho, my parents and I tried this spot. There were few people here for lunch on a Saturday.</div><div><br /></div><div>Typical Vietnamese menu here, from pho to banh mi to rice dishes.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlSmD0opffgthUKpEjSIyCc4TibA3Gp1tX1MIJKnXc4PP6_P9GKN-FGP9NC3p8TybwVW-8WNgdd33KlJ5Cf266imAdPiGp4db0JPw4a1OjGBNRCrNLHoxUEvUoEAJj8_zg27h4kKkVH4Iy9kOYPIiHnOBxt9R3IYvH1sxVsbPs5LnEL6GRD5Wqbd0B8g/s650/2023.01.21_SP3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="465" data-original-width="650" height="229" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlSmD0opffgthUKpEjSIyCc4TibA3Gp1tX1MIJKnXc4PP6_P9GKN-FGP9NC3p8TybwVW-8WNgdd33KlJ5Cf266imAdPiGp4db0JPw4a1OjGBNRCrNLHoxUEvUoEAJj8_zg27h4kKkVH4Iy9kOYPIiHnOBxt9R3IYvH1sxVsbPs5LnEL6GRD5Wqbd0B8g/s320/2023.01.21_SP3.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc5knWdkGDOQMWxZ2OE_qNMka6Lye8pkMWrc9mejf2KD3ru-fMaQ-jR7xF6UTDxzncEGgncWtr3SI0_27ejWZLt-wXz-7MpnBM_mS02rLteMsSFU6zLBAcwOqdL2dPpat8a0V8vISEVJDRzIXe-msXoGXyT08bTC-jAtamI-l6ZfpIAZJntju73GuVOg/s616/2023.01.21_SP2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="616" data-original-width="600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc5knWdkGDOQMWxZ2OE_qNMka6Lye8pkMWrc9mejf2KD3ru-fMaQ-jR7xF6UTDxzncEGgncWtr3SI0_27ejWZLt-wXz-7MpnBM_mS02rLteMsSFU6zLBAcwOqdL2dPpat8a0V8vISEVJDRzIXe-msXoGXyT08bTC-jAtamI-l6ZfpIAZJntju73GuVOg/s320/2023.01.21_SP2.jpg" width="312" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>We started with some BBQ chicken summer rolls ($11.99). Included the usual vermicelli noodles, mint, lettuce, and chive. Side of peanut sauce. Good peanut sauce, but probably would have liked a bit more chicken with this one.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiejn4cRcPi24wZ-NCb0hbsAzDFTHpWatL7rrNUc53qOulCwDoQszPrPVt4UyDBD0IDHRKy1TSLmOZPQNl2emE7ZFILUWJWPCvRMz4F7aks2iEsee56NHjjVPzXDLSkWomuP7sfkIBl4e8til-JnAHB1sMtsgT0_iAq0QNB4mjLh3SbN5t1vY2I-d9A_Q/s500/2023.01.21_SP4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiejn4cRcPi24wZ-NCb0hbsAzDFTHpWatL7rrNUc53qOulCwDoQszPrPVt4UyDBD0IDHRKy1TSLmOZPQNl2emE7ZFILUWJWPCvRMz4F7aks2iEsee56NHjjVPzXDLSkWomuP7sfkIBl4e8til-JnAHB1sMtsgT0_iAq0QNB4mjLh3SbN5t1vY2I-d9A_Q/s320/2023.01.21_SP4.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiS8Cjv5oFI5DxXp1awEeAv1SjTUmZNY-h8pwBAS6ivoUEAyd2HW60wtEpR_RdoQRadTS9N5bC0UtsZ03uXju5Dfcz3w3VlQrUkLana3JQErwIZmQJOTEGrPOlti7RGBm_YqkqEbtbhu0N8Yrv5vDy8t-57GxhEmqX8KqdRvQUL_dm_QNVACjIszkA95g/s500/2023.01.21_SP5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiS8Cjv5oFI5DxXp1awEeAv1SjTUmZNY-h8pwBAS6ivoUEAyd2HW60wtEpR_RdoQRadTS9N5bC0UtsZ03uXju5Dfcz3w3VlQrUkLana3JQErwIZmQJOTEGrPOlti7RGBm_YqkqEbtbhu0N8Yrv5vDy8t-57GxhEmqX8KqdRvQUL_dm_QNVACjIszkA95g/s320/2023.01.21_SP5.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNPF23fWUI9vqeY2Sy1Xm1hIUJ3GP_iHIR9EnzhS-yPlq-V-I6dugwB845T64AjVH2nLdOqV_puaS6t7i0SQqyyjJN6oH_BC6005nbFgq7U0fA7cnRNUo8AnSuz02TrSzu2nJjaNfHl8oAVI0P8gUqu4x5oY5iYr4fYZKx7N0_E3huhm_n_hihAO3aYQ/s500/2023.01.21_SP6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNPF23fWUI9vqeY2Sy1Xm1hIUJ3GP_iHIR9EnzhS-yPlq-V-I6dugwB845T64AjVH2nLdOqV_puaS6t7i0SQqyyjJN6oH_BC6005nbFgq7U0fA7cnRNUo8AnSuz02TrSzu2nJjaNfHl8oAVI0P8gUqu4x5oY5iYr4fYZKx7N0_E3huhm_n_hihAO3aYQ/s320/2023.01.21_SP6.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Dad enjoyed his BBQ pork with rice dish ($18.50). It came with a side salad and a very vinegar-forward dressing; I could smell that dressing from a few feet away. Good flavor on the thin slices of pork, although I thought it was slightly on the dry side.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoJWpNc-MI8rRokipWFLN4NfRSxCqNMOuT7nDbbkfGA3RZWKKAgEjaC8GW75DNXdrCu7VnSJrqMtYMl_kVWRbKxCt8AAHDrDSbL2QZ0c9RA95IF4icqPe5KgtzMkJcKNmv_M5bKG-m5vlRfZiIe10bKzrkbZAX5CfguvCUkxn_0FznoFWMYtIBevPjaw/s500/2023.01.21_SP9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoJWpNc-MI8rRokipWFLN4NfRSxCqNMOuT7nDbbkfGA3RZWKKAgEjaC8GW75DNXdrCu7VnSJrqMtYMl_kVWRbKxCt8AAHDrDSbL2QZ0c9RA95IF4icqPe5KgtzMkJcKNmv_M5bKG-m5vlRfZiIe10bKzrkbZAX5CfguvCUkxn_0FznoFWMYtIBevPjaw/s320/2023.01.21_SP9.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>As pho lovers, Mom and I got had to get that here. Only one size ($17.99), coming with the usual sides of basil, sprouts, jalapeños, hot sauce, and a couple lemon wedges.</div><div><br /></div><div>Mom enjoyed her tofu and vegetable pho. For her, a very large portion, and she loved that the noodles also didn't clump up on her.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMcwoER75A1nVY8fP_2915sa3U1v0lnEjX9blwdruvrhOb26Kfk7WSLO5zNV4bnjtTd68H0S_v2vCoOrChCBWsoH1fYPjT7XEr6SX_r2L_0YshVBcDUQ4PfU89Tn-rgOZ8FHi7yI4qq7I5OQmY31R5iUtYo8Z2lQN0tE_ivF9CyhYPBwbop4Wrh9bjiQ/s500/2023.01.21_SP8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMcwoER75A1nVY8fP_2915sa3U1v0lnEjX9blwdruvrhOb26Kfk7WSLO5zNV4bnjtTd68H0S_v2vCoOrChCBWsoH1fYPjT7XEr6SX_r2L_0YshVBcDUQ4PfU89Tn-rgOZ8FHi7yI4qq7I5OQmY31R5iUtYo8Z2lQN0tE_ivF9CyhYPBwbop4Wrh9bjiQ/s320/2023.01.21_SP8.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>I went with the 50A, rare steak and beef meatballs. The steak had already been added to the hot broth and was ready to eat by the time it got to the table. Lots of noodles, good broth, very soothing. As expected, prices are higher these days overall.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR8C2m8vVGgbvnqIrkrH5bar3ZVV9sRll3XAj94PDfi_uSPSAqH1q_21hbVggIKuHigQtfhjwf6C-VIoGCXxspUo-VTixfwFoF8yP9Q_IR1CvWDtRE9oU0T3_m-lTbF7-MEFkve1NhcGdP_4OQJ2e0jAyR_lOI01Kh8iIvxZYVoTvrfHCXheEvKMeOcQ/s500/2023.01.21_SP7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR8C2m8vVGgbvnqIrkrH5bar3ZVV9sRll3XAj94PDfi_uSPSAqH1q_21hbVggIKuHigQtfhjwf6C-VIoGCXxspUo-VTixfwFoF8yP9Q_IR1CvWDtRE9oU0T3_m-lTbF7-MEFkve1NhcGdP_4OQJ2e0jAyR_lOI01Kh8iIvxZYVoTvrfHCXheEvKMeOcQ/s320/2023.01.21_SP7.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Unfortunately, even with just 2-3 tables occupied, the service, while friendly, might have been a little slow. Ticket time was around 10-12 minutes. While not bad, figure the pho broth and rice are already prepped, so it's just dropping the noodles, pork, and chicken for cooking.</div><div><br /></div><div>There are roughly 5-6 parking stalls in the back for Super Pho and an adjacent coffee spot.</div><div><br /></div><div>Super Pho has solid food. A couple hiccups, but for most people, it shouldn't be a big deal. <b><span style="color: red;">7/10</span></b></div>Aaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09615946940409283733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417553726455153200.post-22765329648845350172022-11-28T00:00:00.157-10:002022-11-28T00:00:00.247-10:00Dos JefesDos Jefes is a roaming food truck located in Honolulu, Hawaii. I spotted this truck on a Tuesday, when they parked between the 800 and 900 blocks of Cooke Street.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj20EwoCpqIw8nq0LHH9LHP4bIvuuetvjIl1dsOLC3Bc2Ug_2WnkkwKMioXmI9W-MSOIZANUzh8PJFpPyqerwa8_L85gf9n7C2ZnXVhJsJJ1Am_2KFk8KaiCx23sF4FKJ4D87pV_EBvunOGWN6wQEuAUbV4R3LvDwL-Z_35AID5wSU5qCzYItTj6kYgjA/s500/2022.11.22_DJ1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj20EwoCpqIw8nq0LHH9LHP4bIvuuetvjIl1dsOLC3Bc2Ug_2WnkkwKMioXmI9W-MSOIZANUzh8PJFpPyqerwa8_L85gf9n7C2ZnXVhJsJJ1Am_2KFk8KaiCx23sF4FKJ4D87pV_EBvunOGWN6wQEuAUbV4R3LvDwL-Z_35AID5wSU5qCzYItTj6kYgjA/s320/2022.11.22_DJ1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><div><br /></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div>My coworkers and I have passed by this truck on our lunch break for a few months, and we finally decided to try it out.</div><div><br /></div><div>According to their <b><i><a href="https://www.facebook.com/dosjefesfoods808/">Facebook page</a></i></b>, Dos Jefes is a craft taco company started by two guys, Matt and Collin. They were featured in a Honolulu Star-Advertiser article nearly a year ago. Dos Jefes has its roots operating out of Paradise Ciders' tasting room, but eventually the owners got a food truck and took their show regularly on the road.</div><div><br /></div><div>They also make their tortillas from scratch, an added bonus. Their dishes either use a 5" white corn tortilla or a 6" flour tortilla.</div><div><br /></div><div>The menu usually has 4-5 different tacos, which even includes a Cauliflower Taco to grab the vegetarian/vegan crowd. Their signature is the Birria Taco ($14), where you'll get two tacos with lots of meat, with cheese, cilantro, onion, and a side of the signature consomme.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbmFD3qLbse6pAyyz_FjcZ1KAUQHNs66AUXxd9UABOeqEcIR_5IKzhh4TkSW4_JhJwDvgtvNHxWGdEdAlJYZyytgoeUjaUQDrjAuGnEYInaq-liPOvckzzJIiO45ndQk--TLxh63bKXbkXpwPKMoRdG8QuGWwduFk9xp2krBRtrVPlSD5RQ6HruTgUNg/s600/2022.11.22_DJ2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="417" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbmFD3qLbse6pAyyz_FjcZ1KAUQHNs66AUXxd9UABOeqEcIR_5IKzhh4TkSW4_JhJwDvgtvNHxWGdEdAlJYZyytgoeUjaUQDrjAuGnEYInaq-liPOvckzzJIiO45ndQk--TLxh63bKXbkXpwPKMoRdG8QuGWwduFk9xp2krBRtrVPlSD5RQ6HruTgUNg/s320/2022.11.22_DJ2.jpg" width="222" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>But since it's Thanksgiving time (we went a couple days before Turkey Day), Turkey Birria Tacos were a special. For $14, you'll get two Chili Pavo Birria Tacos. The 6" flour tortillas contain lots of chopped turkey, with cheese, onions, cilantro, and garlic herb cream. Habanero cranberry jelly is served on the side, and there's even a special spicy turkey consomme that goes with it.</div><div><br /></div><div>If you want some pickled hot peppers, just mention you'd like it "en fuego". Looked like some serranos or jalapeños, plus a few habanero slices.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaq7YuL1ELeupZ1HuqG9Ik8zM3XtaUzli5igry1jKD8BadU2s6pfJ9RbYTJ9NYbDoNqv_af6Xa_Ly89Zqjw0IYBAwxCzHnv4wCBckaZLMPUnKeqaPxAe8Kf775R1KnAXng_2DbcQgKCqwi6ePQ9aeC9EY61WTQiLiKutUDTR0k3ytiP2GKXr1YV6rV_A/s603/2022.11.22_DJ2a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="536" data-original-width="603" height="284" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaq7YuL1ELeupZ1HuqG9Ik8zM3XtaUzli5igry1jKD8BadU2s6pfJ9RbYTJ9NYbDoNqv_af6Xa_Ly89Zqjw0IYBAwxCzHnv4wCBckaZLMPUnKeqaPxAe8Kf775R1KnAXng_2DbcQgKCqwi6ePQ9aeC9EY61WTQiLiKutUDTR0k3ytiP2GKXr1YV6rV_A/s320/2022.11.22_DJ2a.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwt9k8oIask-owTJ9kBABp8zFxuBWuqZWrSVFMWsHsTeNAa9nIekaGfA4-PMesoYa3T4DPXVd2Ik79FezIbEb5Isj7VYN-mODoYi2tBCLrl5wR8d-ELSpLON96eRrp-8TrqAfFLpw-o_dEGWqCu87j-m49bZbsloGoxrvXrqjc0i-MZw6EhzF1RtKEAQ/s500/2022.11.22_DJ4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwt9k8oIask-owTJ9kBABp8zFxuBWuqZWrSVFMWsHsTeNAa9nIekaGfA4-PMesoYa3T4DPXVd2Ik79FezIbEb5Isj7VYN-mODoYi2tBCLrl5wR8d-ELSpLON96eRrp-8TrqAfFLpw-o_dEGWqCu87j-m49bZbsloGoxrvXrqjc0i-MZw6EhzF1RtKEAQ/s320/2022.11.22_DJ4.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiulXsNIj-CwlA2n3MKF67yq5fZqqIq_B7oOfu8eBwKqOlpHikR9vg7Q1gUHtFrNlKaA_lABjo1Qh0G28kf9xDafVNTJU2XVRM7i2EdHEGnhsUTC5HLFDrbZm9OLhUX8lpGloHaxYQL5aQiJlrP1rHnv0jlfiamSicsF-VJLbNMIwSbrv9tDzM6eU4_uQ/s500/2022.11.22_DJ7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiulXsNIj-CwlA2n3MKF67yq5fZqqIq_B7oOfu8eBwKqOlpHikR9vg7Q1gUHtFrNlKaA_lABjo1Qh0G28kf9xDafVNTJU2XVRM7i2EdHEGnhsUTC5HLFDrbZm9OLhUX8lpGloHaxYQL5aQiJlrP1rHnv0jlfiamSicsF-VJLbNMIwSbrv9tDzM6eU4_uQ/s320/2022.11.22_DJ7.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Outstanding Turkey Birria Tacos. Smart to use dark meat here for extra flavor, and everything worked in harmony. Also a nice move to put the cranberry jelly on the side. I didn't get much heat from the jelly or the consomme, but maybe it's because I was burning my face with all the other peppers and hot sauce.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7EdEsylomyWqlUXm87iB0UCxzyw0dRdVDl23rYFqIYsLtje3flKTP0Z86yTuaR67VU8UXR8YX7wSkzYTQY0ivhzyuphCllC8J3tsa-SvPg3CBArifZXBNtqJB4RloCp8OQOIN1m9jX67WG8OItRbDmpHsKg7H98Cf0tp3H6orrHJXH7GKjqPuAF7CWQ/s500/2022.11.22_DJ6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7EdEsylomyWqlUXm87iB0UCxzyw0dRdVDl23rYFqIYsLtje3flKTP0Z86yTuaR67VU8UXR8YX7wSkzYTQY0ivhzyuphCllC8J3tsa-SvPg3CBArifZXBNtqJB4RloCp8OQOIN1m9jX67WG8OItRbDmpHsKg7H98Cf0tp3H6orrHJXH7GKjqPuAF7CWQ/s320/2022.11.22_DJ6.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc2cGobfScMMZw8YK0NPg6wRkvS-ZTkpInjxTiRSag7rmERGZBIzCA0jSvEhgbvRlYgeHig7jo6Cxn7XZjeHkbNeaZ6ttGKjj1BmPr68RhuN0me8FrwnY9GPUjSYnwsU1F7T99dOoEsrG5pOGSENvQFficlGtlBx69m5wbaKYKsfR204PvtuRSZEN1Wg/s500/2022.11.22_DJ8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc2cGobfScMMZw8YK0NPg6wRkvS-ZTkpInjxTiRSag7rmERGZBIzCA0jSvEhgbvRlYgeHig7jo6Cxn7XZjeHkbNeaZ6ttGKjj1BmPr68RhuN0me8FrwnY9GPUjSYnwsU1F7T99dOoEsrG5pOGSENvQFficlGtlBx69m5wbaKYKsfR204PvtuRSZEN1Wg/s320/2022.11.22_DJ8.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I think the Reaper sauce is on the far left (slightly darker than the Medium)</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div><br /></div><div>Amazing consomme, and I'm sure many customers have ended up drinking it as soup. I may or may not have done the same.</div><div><br /></div><div>One minor quality control issue...I got a couple of small bones in my turkey tacos.</div><div><br /></div><div>Dos Jefes even has their own line of hot sauces, ranging from the mild salsa verde to a reaper hot sauce. The hottest offering, Gringo's Nightmare, adds pepper extract to their reaper hot sauce. I tried their Haole Medium and Reaper sauces, both vinegar-based and delicious. The acidity cuts wonderfully through the richness of the taco.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsKWPrVcEmzRlPDdV3d1biD72hgU4uvak_53MPymBhs0XVh-Wh8umhvwQ2xwXqgPa_TYBV1TFP8g9AKkg-V_zpg5XO64SX1Q8tY20b0ts3CiyTzjhpdxfPa-kKIPe0rdjz6R2Pd-373RXecPw0di1iQKHi1HUA-UXrUQhSJK2oIM-0jxW8vOOeTwrOLA/s500/2022.11.22_DJ3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsKWPrVcEmzRlPDdV3d1biD72hgU4uvak_53MPymBhs0XVh-Wh8umhvwQ2xwXqgPa_TYBV1TFP8g9AKkg-V_zpg5XO64SX1Q8tY20b0ts3CiyTzjhpdxfPa-kKIPe0rdjz6R2Pd-373RXecPw0di1iQKHi1HUA-UXrUQhSJK2oIM-0jxW8vOOeTwrOLA/s320/2022.11.22_DJ3.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioIcxLy2usSy7BKDzkcMalgPExDnxIphS_tir2_lWOEpFuyYnUABINFvl2_kHd6y8su0-zp_ic9vKbaxh5yna3zJ7MzetAkxeYK1F9Qh87lyb6v5xXU6ml_khvXa4favcijcrbh08EaQEYeqWsOD6FV5LYMXgElzr4EhH8oXo29mNCdhI10Gp82ZG5mg/s500/2022.11.22_DJ9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="375" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioIcxLy2usSy7BKDzkcMalgPExDnxIphS_tir2_lWOEpFuyYnUABINFvl2_kHd6y8su0-zp_ic9vKbaxh5yna3zJ7MzetAkxeYK1F9Qh87lyb6v5xXU6ml_khvXa4favcijcrbh08EaQEYeqWsOD6FV5LYMXgElzr4EhH8oXo29mNCdhI10Gp82ZG5mg/s320/2022.11.22_DJ9.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Dos Jefes are open Tue, Thu, and Sat. Tuesdays is on Cooke between Kapiolani and Kawaiaha'o. On Thursdays, they're in downtown by Cooke and Bishop. On Saturdays, it's usually Triangle Park. They also regularly post on <b><i><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dosjefes808/">Instagram</a></i></b>.</div></div><div><br /></div><div>These guys are the real deal. Amazing food. Please check them out if you spot their truck! <b><span style="color: red;">9.25/10</span></b></div>Aaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09615946940409283733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417553726455153200.post-40249281504825253992022-10-31T00:00:00.002-10:002022-10-31T00:00:00.229-10:00Gyros N VillainsGyros N Villains is a food truck found at multiple spots throughout the week. On a Tuesday, I spotted the truck near the 800 block of Cooke Street in downtown Honolulu, Hawaii.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8uHZTjyEuojGhiQBpJrvl5JMrIbD-q887oLPKQXyxXjEX7CN9uwBWpytI8rlC3ltyA07TjdVu_rYmJeAfT_joJjgQOYPVUDAe-lLZ8jSxiQ1m108XevvQ3py-R9aNJEnhEY-qlr7LnUrSH0LDy-AlkMcPjHT45s0RU4oWE25jZrBUcdSC8z-HxAmiqA/s500/2022.10.25_GV1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8uHZTjyEuojGhiQBpJrvl5JMrIbD-q887oLPKQXyxXjEX7CN9uwBWpytI8rlC3ltyA07TjdVu_rYmJeAfT_joJjgQOYPVUDAe-lLZ8jSxiQ1m108XevvQ3py-R9aNJEnhEY-qlr7LnUrSH0LDy-AlkMcPjHT45s0RU4oWE25jZrBUcdSC8z-HxAmiqA/s320/2022.10.25_GV1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><div><br /></div><div>I work around downtown on Tuesdays, and having passed by this truck multiple times before, I finally decided to try this place out. I've never seen an old Handi-Van turned into a food truck, but this one is just that.</div><div><br /></div><div>A pun on "Heroes and Villains", this truck specializes in gyros. While the classic version and its deluxe counterpart are there, this truck also has chicken gyro variations and a vegetarian option.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSXDaKbR7eh_R7KNBkZya_K5asZfLrSSuj6J4E63gQEYR7bncaW2LEbaqm7MzaUX5kbZwSD-FyHco_hIV9QOEP9bjs42WQ2qiwrhkrZCABAedrcR90tVKP0xlJlaBUsEE59YQAbhu3n4shIXPf1fevmHl72yF6_jaOu7HEzF5U6W39mM0bYBFOyryifA/s1000/2022.10.25_GV2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="1000" height="115" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSXDaKbR7eh_R7KNBkZya_K5asZfLrSSuj6J4E63gQEYR7bncaW2LEbaqm7MzaUX5kbZwSD-FyHco_hIV9QOEP9bjs42WQ2qiwrhkrZCABAedrcR90tVKP0xlJlaBUsEE59YQAbhu3n4shIXPf1fevmHl72yF6_jaOu7HEzF5U6W39mM0bYBFOyryifA/s320/2022.10.25_GV2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsT-h5YZqBxJsJQqiXzzctd95XpyUSbuhGpG1XYyvvP9jeUgagyJQwKsEuLmaomIYvoKXTP5nCb3VrN3u0-xmiUIfdWqtKslzOWVYGEfY8arkKUCARCA3PoTEUMSOisgiCs5kEdk1VtScoyRZGKYbNFfohmsaZRbe8ihCZX6CP-7JCFodfoV48zQopEA/s500/2022.10.25_GV3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="375" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsT-h5YZqBxJsJQqiXzzctd95XpyUSbuhGpG1XYyvvP9jeUgagyJQwKsEuLmaomIYvoKXTP5nCb3VrN3u0-xmiUIfdWqtKslzOWVYGEfY8arkKUCARCA3PoTEUMSOisgiCs5kEdk1VtScoyRZGKYbNFfohmsaZRbe8ihCZX6CP-7JCFodfoV48zQopEA/s320/2022.10.25_GV3.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>I got the "Zeus" Deluxe Gyro ($17). This has double meat (lamb-beef combo), with roasted red peppers, hummus, lettuce, tomatoes, ontions, tzatziki, and feta. To compare, the regular classic has only a single portion of meat, and doesn't have hummus, red peppers, and feta.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiqk68o3K1_IVzGIaaF7N8G5BoclOJC-SfpxqRGtiJEg78avXUArB2306mZ2yeN766nVaUD4dr-N8cuT4xelS9gEvM5fCX6gNKAydmLmURE6GdE9tPLO5puFLCGhcv13-CZJseGXa9JMiGB57Gy2ebJiTrB-sGGXgZtldXuiakB0CRw791GirXCiX42A/s500/2022.10.25_GV4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiqk68o3K1_IVzGIaaF7N8G5BoclOJC-SfpxqRGtiJEg78avXUArB2306mZ2yeN766nVaUD4dr-N8cuT4xelS9gEvM5fCX6gNKAydmLmURE6GdE9tPLO5puFLCGhcv13-CZJseGXa9JMiGB57Gy2ebJiTrB-sGGXgZtldXuiakB0CRw791GirXCiX42A/s320/2022.10.25_GV4.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcjkYtl9n7xKRgXIgefX8sByOGlRH6fCIew05rLKaQxWmuJ-r05YxZ-_OlzE46zwlTa9Z5k3Epyz5ymEIxKq0lw5QMX3mNzWVKxCdMEVCKAshv2YjSYnNUy7qNtzLJD0Vf9H1638jIAybBDrwrXTWcQvF_INDVuqOh8Jnd8zjp_8envREiZ3ajFwB2XA/s500/2022.10.25_GV5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcjkYtl9n7xKRgXIgefX8sByOGlRH6fCIew05rLKaQxWmuJ-r05YxZ-_OlzE46zwlTa9Z5k3Epyz5ymEIxKq0lw5QMX3mNzWVKxCdMEVCKAshv2YjSYnNUy7qNtzLJD0Vf9H1638jIAybBDrwrXTWcQvF_INDVuqOh8Jnd8zjp_8envREiZ3ajFwB2XA/s320/2022.10.25_GV5.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Now I really wonder why it look me so long to try this place, because it was a delicious gyro. Tons of juicy meat strips made for an excellent portion. Fresh veggies. Warm, toasted pita. Since it was such a big gyro, I'm happy they also gave me a fork. It was best to eat some meat and veggies before trying to pick the entire thing up. But hey, I'm not complaining at all.</div><div><br /></div><div>While the Zeus is $5 more than the classic, it's well worth the extra money. I think the roasted peppers, hummus, and feta add more flavor layers to the gyro.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVY66LNaJ4SBeFEYIyU_fRhSUglpFE6mgocBbfyXv_0D-sxcB7gxEzTDuiX07MYLjiUmoJykqZUrlzJ1-fR1xocnaMdGeJjg6DdIazSc_kuB8qrHY66skQaydF0qk3VdvkeC_eujwh3RJR2YHADF0J9oB8pepqyLPvil7OHZ1VGVzTPCbSrLD6rE9rZw/s500/2022.10.25_GV6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVY66LNaJ4SBeFEYIyU_fRhSUglpFE6mgocBbfyXv_0D-sxcB7gxEzTDuiX07MYLjiUmoJykqZUrlzJ1-fR1xocnaMdGeJjg6DdIazSc_kuB8qrHY66skQaydF0qk3VdvkeC_eujwh3RJR2YHADF0J9oB8pepqyLPvil7OHZ1VGVzTPCbSrLD6rE9rZw/s320/2022.10.25_GV6.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj90I-hUlgei8YK4IAepLdNl0dUx55kzvkSBPGmbqv8EYmsshr0qpCOiXj-4MtL1Dpayd_5wjiY6zrAYwbAzn8mrdJbvDmJxLFXlJfV-idL8JbUdObPBG-5dq9D2SxTHMTEGL_1fOnNTbcWpAt5NPbPT-wa8XNv6m3IxWP1EAu_rrWSZTRpmbVW0EKtOw/s500/2022.10.25_GV7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj90I-hUlgei8YK4IAepLdNl0dUx55kzvkSBPGmbqv8EYmsshr0qpCOiXj-4MtL1Dpayd_5wjiY6zrAYwbAzn8mrdJbvDmJxLFXlJfV-idL8JbUdObPBG-5dq9D2SxTHMTEGL_1fOnNTbcWpAt5NPbPT-wa8XNv6m3IxWP1EAu_rrWSZTRpmbVW0EKtOw/s320/2022.10.25_GV7.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Even during lunch, there's several food spots in the area, so it was a short line on a Tuesday. I got my order in under 10 minutes, not bad.</div><div><br /></div><div>Their <b><i><a href="https://www.instagram.com/gyrosnvillains/?hl=en">Instagram</a></i></b> usually posts the schedule in their bio. As of October 2022, they are at Mother Waldron Park (Kakaako) on Mon and Wed; Cooke Street on Tue and Thu, and near Straub hospital on Fri.</div><div><br /></div><div>If you see the Gyros N Villains food truck, check them out. <b><span style="color: red;">8.75/10</span></b></div></div>Aaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09615946940409283733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417553726455153200.post-23066587723810283022022-10-24T00:00:00.001-10:002022-10-24T00:00:00.246-10:00Yomie's Rice x YogurtYomie's Rice x Yogurt is located at Ala Moana Shopping Center, on Street Level 1, near Makai Market Food Court, in Honolulu, Hawaii.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRknPICXJUHDEnHN6HptIJtB8QUgTyZCvKcd642asp9PmOJ4_HtpVyKrwAckMTyBUzooAl1mGKMjyrK2SfZ7m01qfdoMptbOo1xdFxlMILjG39gynQxyooJWE2TNahTn3oObuY4uAHiSXyqQIeKTP0LW5WGC_SiVr-MuJjfl2HKliPPS7dWJPo-gBaUg/s500/2022.10.22_YR1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRknPICXJUHDEnHN6HptIJtB8QUgTyZCvKcd642asp9PmOJ4_HtpVyKrwAckMTyBUzooAl1mGKMjyrK2SfZ7m01qfdoMptbOo1xdFxlMILjG39gynQxyooJWE2TNahTn3oObuY4uAHiSXyqQIeKTP0LW5WGC_SiVr-MuJjfl2HKliPPS7dWJPo-gBaUg/s320/2022.10.22_YR1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Hawaii recently got a Chick-Fil-A at Ala Moana, but with the lines snaking out of the food court to the outside, that instantly became a no-go. Yomie's became the alternative spot to get something small for the time being.</div><div><br /></div><div>According to the Ala Moana page, Yomie's started in Australia and expanded through Asia before opening its first store in Hawaii earlier in 2022.</div><div><br /></div><div>Yomie's is known for their yogurt drinks, which contain probiotic yogurt for digestion. Customers can also add purple rice, a sweet, chewy grain that adds more protein and fiber.</div><div><br /></div><div>The menu has anywhere from 16-20 drinks, a couple rotating seasonal options among those. Menu sections include oat series, fruit series, and special flavors. It looks like there's only one size available, which probably also saves on costs (one type of cup vs. 2-3 cup sizes). Patrons can add the purple rice for 49 cents extra.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjx4FrZoU3HvTFqoRlRdzglT85k-uyjJVYlzWKgo2qwzR6WSFibz6bPQsanc4md_1Xoyo3E0QqHKsb6t-OtdsGX6SoMY9HyEgnQ3r1b6FVnc6iq2gyGVh5xv88GwBhE63Wj_sPoQQ-hPdfwmHvwRZa0Hqi6Zn_O0mv1LfYfqFdrCNqPqzgN7WrtNdPj4Q/s500/2022.10.22_YR2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjx4FrZoU3HvTFqoRlRdzglT85k-uyjJVYlzWKgo2qwzR6WSFibz6bPQsanc4md_1Xoyo3E0QqHKsb6t-OtdsGX6SoMY9HyEgnQ3r1b6FVnc6iq2gyGVh5xv88GwBhE63Wj_sPoQQ-hPdfwmHvwRZa0Hqi6Zn_O0mv1LfYfqFdrCNqPqzgN7WrtNdPj4Q/s320/2022.10.22_YR2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdL9uh-wFx3KVeeTgGZSdmV260T1L5fxQShdBpgQGGRjaLoJZMQJ5We96TRjISpIyt-v6wUNXi-w5hDSyfBXC-f-FSnl87z6_WH659FWyF7hqc6BvDabL9ElLuPqeykv87Vm3C0yyUhWaBw32S5L7VS4-RYQtenbUYb3ZUFShVC-x6iymYXiZWzBXP5Q/s500/2022.10.22_YR3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdL9uh-wFx3KVeeTgGZSdmV260T1L5fxQShdBpgQGGRjaLoJZMQJ5We96TRjISpIyt-v6wUNXi-w5hDSyfBXC-f-FSnl87z6_WH659FWyF7hqc6BvDabL9ElLuPqeykv87Vm3C0yyUhWaBw32S5L7VS4-RYQtenbUYb3ZUFShVC-x6iymYXiZWzBXP5Q/s320/2022.10.22_YR3.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpvjbgiYwMffXkqj5c0TkL9XFQKefzgZR-4twS_qaAco9lbEm8kzKen_l_C3pkxwhknRLhPbQxGQz70EsBCaw8EevZONM0pduBWswesKxtKfg0TmF7AeQm7VM1Wav7-c-iVQGzFEfw3FFz-YrKqdfwl4uYY-Mvfykf5HDsMsuU5LmB0BBVEqhsBhLcsg/s500/2022.10.22_YR4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpvjbgiYwMffXkqj5c0TkL9XFQKefzgZR-4twS_qaAco9lbEm8kzKen_l_C3pkxwhknRLhPbQxGQz70EsBCaw8EevZONM0pduBWswesKxtKfg0TmF7AeQm7VM1Wav7-c-iVQGzFEfw3FFz-YrKqdfwl4uYY-Mvfykf5HDsMsuU5LmB0BBVEqhsBhLcsg/s320/2022.10.22_YR4.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>On this trip, I opted for one of the top sellers, the Strawberry Guava Cheesecake ($6.89). As expected, it's delicious. More guava-forward than strawberry, as guava tends to be a stronger fruit flavor. I got the richness and slight tang of the cheesecake. It's a good drink, especially if you like guava.</div></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdxC3FOuurWsxIaRF9HyPUbLx4xhYaKVf7hVMQfGfjAdxBGoyGChF2XmRe0aqTK5DAVurgThgnda_BzE9rH_HS4atz-JX2T-EYaPnAIwwrwqGqdoXzdFWzxOKgitJdkMkYpa8BXJoosdATwBS1NYoKFWnIOLqMOwwm5kTsT_twLWg23sjU8ZXqTVMtjg/s500/2022.10.22_YR5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="375" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdxC3FOuurWsxIaRF9HyPUbLx4xhYaKVf7hVMQfGfjAdxBGoyGChF2XmRe0aqTK5DAVurgThgnda_BzE9rH_HS4atz-JX2T-EYaPnAIwwrwqGqdoXzdFWzxOKgitJdkMkYpa8BXJoosdATwBS1NYoKFWnIOLqMOwwm5kTsT_twLWg23sjU8ZXqTVMtjg/s320/2022.10.22_YR5.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>I asked my friends who got the purple rice in their drinks. They liked the rice because it provided some texture contrast (chewy). With the drink itself providing the flavor, the rice might be mainly there for texture and added protein/fiber. The rice also makes the drink more filling.</div><div><br /></div><div>Yomie's has a rewards card where you'll get a free drink after buying 10.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1UAOQrJftMpoIN72yBpFt1IZmH7FdGx53kOnyZsuoevjBCecASoDJNxz2dE3HbBWZ0RkLHdr7mrv0qQEDtpmq-jESv9A3x3v4NDwWjRILiKQmvT9FAqe35iyYYcM4cZkbtYDv6tIuRqS3mfM_gXA98Z6_OyY354y4XjTqmkuMeGX5aaG7tE_wE5_Q2g/s500/2022.10.22_YR6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="375" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1UAOQrJftMpoIN72yBpFt1IZmH7FdGx53kOnyZsuoevjBCecASoDJNxz2dE3HbBWZ0RkLHdr7mrv0qQEDtpmq-jESv9A3x3v4NDwWjRILiKQmvT9FAqe35iyYYcM4cZkbtYDv6tIuRqS3mfM_gXA98Z6_OyY354y4XjTqmkuMeGX5aaG7tE_wE5_Q2g/s320/2022.10.22_YR6.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDqtJ7jGXecFE2n1ZAwoJGdOe_M0t6nWQGFA969ZB3xCdrCyD0iGMOeb7KgzDFKagVvT4GPs7k3wZicBsowS-ZyK0agDPhFt5aQWTfCvq0HHme2_n5Sf2SyLe4LySLkBK9rvRpHI78rdBnSjGW9A8h7fRIxHHjMr2z2hXzyUO7XCfQSYiFFclyFAshQA/s500/2022.10.22_YR7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="375" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDqtJ7jGXecFE2n1ZAwoJGdOe_M0t6nWQGFA969ZB3xCdrCyD0iGMOeb7KgzDFKagVvT4GPs7k3wZicBsowS-ZyK0agDPhFt5aQWTfCvq0HHme2_n5Sf2SyLe4LySLkBK9rvRpHI78rdBnSjGW9A8h7fRIxHHjMr2z2hXzyUO7XCfQSYiFFclyFAshQA/s320/2022.10.22_YR7.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpgwAPv33NbfqgP7FX6jFMC7hZwi3-juTG5MtOeWW-PAHDeMDN06mDHqLfQGmTfehWPcpYmWYj4C0B5f5yOCyoX1Xlewf2PzbZmCF-vzK2APHmANlqYQ4g4n28nIwReA02_7nkZS5XNF2VK5x3GESYzCSVW1_ZI49Bg8bgzDaUY8LPBifOaGAN2gWCQA/s500/2022.10.22_YR8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="375" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpgwAPv33NbfqgP7FX6jFMC7hZwi3-juTG5MtOeWW-PAHDeMDN06mDHqLfQGmTfehWPcpYmWYj4C0B5f5yOCyoX1Xlewf2PzbZmCF-vzK2APHmANlqYQ4g4n28nIwReA02_7nkZS5XNF2VK5x3GESYzCSVW1_ZI49Bg8bgzDaUY8LPBifOaGAN2gWCQA/s320/2022.10.22_YR8.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>I think Yomie's has a wonderful array of drink choices. After being there for a few months, there's maybe a more normal line as opposed to the frenzy new places tend to get at Ala Moana. <b><span style="color: red;">7.25/10</span></b></div>Aaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09615946940409283733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417553726455153200.post-83443920100874866912022-09-12T00:00:00.080-10:002022-09-12T00:00:00.230-10:00Niu BaguetteNiu Baguette is located on Cooke Street in downtown Honolulu, Hawaii.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqQ4Q62RVg1JLps4Q3DirC1vATHYxghiXmagFIbqJzPJZ4MSBlKVhrsxFgbwbQYn2xf1V1l8S4eP5byq0bcCPWjk9CjLVJwwxH5ZZZWyT11BA-9iw-SlxXClj2LPUifiZMjuPC6xm0Rrg1nSea7wQ67D7AUpT7H2GA-9miq-RKN9HAG6Lx-qp23qSFxA/s500/2022.09.06_NB1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="375" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqQ4Q62RVg1JLps4Q3DirC1vATHYxghiXmagFIbqJzPJZ4MSBlKVhrsxFgbwbQYn2xf1V1l8S4eP5byq0bcCPWjk9CjLVJwwxH5ZZZWyT11BA-9iw-SlxXClj2LPUifiZMjuPC6xm0Rrg1nSea7wQ67D7AUpT7H2GA-9miq-RKN9HAG6Lx-qp23qSFxA/s320/2022.09.06_NB1.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div><br /><div><br /></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div>The company I work for has started bringing us back to work in the office one day a week for the foreseeable future. My new coworkers and I all went out to get some lunch. We each picked our own spots to go to, and I went with Niu Baguette.</div><div><br /></div><div>This is a Vietnamese spot, and the menu has the typical offerings, including pho, banh mi, and several rice dishes. They will also have daily lunch specials on their board.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe1e6Ql1biQXw7KQDCgbYdJapSoXVXptCUgjsaD1yg3eWJTfhNee9AeO67AQQOxn2mK8E3cmbouxwhgaN_1Xg6Tt6EE8jPmJ4wTyKgx-tIqtXf3cVlF30Rnx4pUKVXHkhuXJIkFWXWAkhAWCbkIg4Jk52cHeqpAc1lYOzdv3rkppEesZedffKTW1md4w/s500/2022.09.06_NB2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe1e6Ql1biQXw7KQDCgbYdJapSoXVXptCUgjsaD1yg3eWJTfhNee9AeO67AQQOxn2mK8E3cmbouxwhgaN_1Xg6Tt6EE8jPmJ4wTyKgx-tIqtXf3cVlF30Rnx4pUKVXHkhuXJIkFWXWAkhAWCbkIg4Jk52cHeqpAc1lYOzdv3rkppEesZedffKTW1md4w/s320/2022.09.06_NB2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEia8mrZlUK38oQEa3YmtuMVRL3vm4SvEEeGNXxJXfEKXF5F2Ys8JzQniuOgHQpLQOxnSAyB9aBL4qeDMxualaNVG2UNtFU5NmEgO-GbkfwzXk-qipduDCHC4iyRzLxWzgce5G_yvoRP0eI25P4XxqssZwI2FJVll4pUUFXHsHHPMAt5ghEeC2yfDVAAlA/s500/2022.09.06_NB3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="375" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEia8mrZlUK38oQEa3YmtuMVRL3vm4SvEEeGNXxJXfEKXF5F2Ys8JzQniuOgHQpLQOxnSAyB9aBL4qeDMxualaNVG2UNtFU5NmEgO-GbkfwzXk-qipduDCHC4iyRzLxWzgce5G_yvoRP0eI25P4XxqssZwI2FJVll4pUUFXHsHHPMAt5ghEeC2yfDVAAlA/s320/2022.09.06_NB3.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>It's an unassuming spot downtown. Only a few tables are available. There are spaces to park on the street, and there are more than enough people in the area for this place to survive post-COVID, especially as more workers head back to the office or adopt a hybrid approach.</div><div><br /></div><div>I was in the mood for a sandwich, so I got the #37 Special Combo Banh Mi ($10.99). It has BBQ pork. BBQ chicken, picked daikon/carrots, cucumber, mayo, green jalapenos, onions, and cilantro in a baguette.</div><div><br /></div><div>A good, honest sandwich here. Good flavor on the pork and chicken, both still tender. Love the crunch from the veggies and the acidity of the pickled versions. Bread held up nicely and didn't fall apart. I just wish they gave me more than two sliced jalapenos.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3jnUmxOGGASwuAOCgBzcTjh-haGEw-oexVy3IP1GCKXSQegfK0_e7Vw8zTaEQrqK2tEGCWCJLQeEX1CTA_z886jvykoMYj0wyipKG7aFw4zbfuYaVotvHc1d4JnfX0FB0__L1ot_4ggCyeAkK_qmhjGbZxBneneCNK_sDUis4Z3iKeM41ojNKQ1y6Yg/s500/2022.09.06_NB4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3jnUmxOGGASwuAOCgBzcTjh-haGEw-oexVy3IP1GCKXSQegfK0_e7Vw8zTaEQrqK2tEGCWCJLQeEX1CTA_z886jvykoMYj0wyipKG7aFw4zbfuYaVotvHc1d4JnfX0FB0__L1ot_4ggCyeAkK_qmhjGbZxBneneCNK_sDUis4Z3iKeM41ojNKQ1y6Yg/s320/2022.09.06_NB4.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXPeOoLr9ITbiuYQM2sk2W7R3LECFEKjz1yE2r3O9Xt6SLau1_LP3XhMF59d5WoGYLCf8pAEbgFCu_ozxI7_oA8k6r3RMciCYsK5BGU7qjmIMx38JCQl9ALJfUlXxoGmUU5Y4bCVtF08g0zywoLMm3aV8la3rr30NYJxoRyhWaxdBQM5fJk2ZhY1UC4w/s500/2022.09.06_NB5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXPeOoLr9ITbiuYQM2sk2W7R3LECFEKjz1yE2r3O9Xt6SLau1_LP3XhMF59d5WoGYLCf8pAEbgFCu_ozxI7_oA8k6r3RMciCYsK5BGU7qjmIMx38JCQl9ALJfUlXxoGmUU5Y4bCVtF08g0zywoLMm3aV8la3rr30NYJxoRyhWaxdBQM5fJk2ZhY1UC4w/s320/2022.09.06_NB5.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">There's one of the two jalapenos I got...</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div><br /></div><div>Even when waiting with a couple coworkers, I maybe had a 5-7 minute wait for my order, not too bad.</div></div><div><br /></div><div>Maybe one day when I have some more time, I'll come back down here to try the pho. A nice place downtown to get your Vietnamese food fix. <b><span style="color: red;">7.75/10</span></b></div>Aaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09615946940409283733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417553726455153200.post-3018349320215390832022-08-29T00:00:00.146-10:002022-08-29T00:00:00.225-10:00Mexico RestaurantMexico Restaurant is located on N School Street in Honolulu, Hawaii.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9ID46D5YJnNKtphRHcqrCHaDGxJbfat3YYuCuDgWOwhZy3WYmkhlI3zI2uE2CCC__T-LZFD4saMEZ3xpGRWcD7XiKlbHi3tYYzWHKVgTlOtAHwrtMH4Z-ijouLxCH3oZZOnED6yJ-_4SRkjOPv_5OrpsAjPWpRmWHl2Gmv5vPDsXS-V02hSjAZ4P44Q/s500/2022.08.23_MR1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="375" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9ID46D5YJnNKtphRHcqrCHaDGxJbfat3YYuCuDgWOwhZy3WYmkhlI3zI2uE2CCC__T-LZFD4saMEZ3xpGRWcD7XiKlbHi3tYYzWHKVgTlOtAHwrtMH4Z-ijouLxCH3oZZOnED6yJ-_4SRkjOPv_5OrpsAjPWpRmWHl2Gmv5vPDsXS-V02hSjAZ4P44Q/s320/2022.08.23_MR1.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div><br /><div><br /></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div>I recently celebrated another trip around the sun, and after not having Mexican food for a while (Taco Bell doesn't count), my parents and I decided on Mexico Restaurant. My mom's friend's husband loves this place, so figure why not try for science?</div><div><br /></div><div>We had a seat near the front, next to a blasting air conditioner. Lots on the wall, such as stuffed game animals. Cholula and Tapatio at our table.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg7uLJKTB2OGvhtq0BF9vzbu5hdP76rtD2Ry6zEkTMvjK6RiJWrH_y2nYe-v15MGvcwkCEmMmZS0Lv5dAkP2Qd8JVBNq0s6DxWdsyP9Uo3ccBwsMccYz_mRObJWPMTIbTbx1jgTnkaQ0QX4KMqnF9msgGCPOQdv3Bg798JfY6OAHp8dnDrzdB7UCbQPA/s500/2022.08.23_MR2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg7uLJKTB2OGvhtq0BF9vzbu5hdP76rtD2Ry6zEkTMvjK6RiJWrH_y2nYe-v15MGvcwkCEmMmZS0Lv5dAkP2Qd8JVBNq0s6DxWdsyP9Uo3ccBwsMccYz_mRObJWPMTIbTbx1jgTnkaQ0QX4KMqnF9msgGCPOQdv3Bg798JfY6OAHp8dnDrzdB7UCbQPA/s320/2022.08.23_MR2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRGFuXrNdGJ29ctgzOxi4y2RnI205IOf6BCiHog-ex1Tczi0i1vMpX2rTjSW3mR5CXMM4cNL4Css0kOrzFnpzln3_lpqt7zlYTASUWZzBo1VbEPOY04uwc9uJ0d9pNV5U3cemhPuYaZ9th5GdI3C3Mpf3O4oL-H8a7gS5O9GYuHf4X8yCWAZfWg-FHWg/s500/2022.08.23_MR4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="375" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRGFuXrNdGJ29ctgzOxi4y2RnI205IOf6BCiHog-ex1Tczi0i1vMpX2rTjSW3mR5CXMM4cNL4Css0kOrzFnpzln3_lpqt7zlYTASUWZzBo1VbEPOY04uwc9uJ0d9pNV5U3cemhPuYaZ9th5GdI3C3Mpf3O4oL-H8a7gS5O9GYuHf4X8yCWAZfWg-FHWg/s320/2022.08.23_MR4.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Our server started us with free salsa and chips. I'm a fan of loading up on this and taking a bit of the main dish home, more bang of your buck this way.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpPr0qWB8H81kKwcrXbSX3_b9vDBgZKyTri1PRh6gwOxMgeu-xpi6XL8kmtuMxjqiyMeMvvJbT8NCCJGjhQFxhSbxPSRoo7e5XagYtdPaKCkGmeS5PkJ78vbuDEbB_38JyfhwbpEihQn7P_5lS1Meq-qgHcLFKQTLw17bN13l4IOlc1hfKOQs_lSoNXw/s500/2022.08.23_MR5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpPr0qWB8H81kKwcrXbSX3_b9vDBgZKyTri1PRh6gwOxMgeu-xpi6XL8kmtuMxjqiyMeMvvJbT8NCCJGjhQFxhSbxPSRoo7e5XagYtdPaKCkGmeS5PkJ78vbuDEbB_38JyfhwbpEihQn7P_5lS1Meq-qgHcLFKQTLw17bN13l4IOlc1hfKOQs_lSoNXw/s320/2022.08.23_MR5.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>There are several different margaritas on the menu. I also got a frozen lime margarita ($12), coming in the typical large glass. Pretty good, certainly didn't hold back on the tequila and triple sec. I usually don't need salt on the rim for mine. Had the day been cooler, I'd have otherwise gotten the regular version.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgt7tlAuGEPcP-LCvsBufA54hk2mI67D61thpm-dpOx6GtWdFr0l5EliBepe_sSjSZ_evNyboVHTDXKs2kTnYiAT1MCGDhfznTQx4fh94PeGV6z9wNke7tvGEZTAvpNVVPn797jJDptKl3tX84MS6pPMIsaMeJGCCcBa5hMsSjemKlfW4bcP8dlHgCS5A/s500/2022.08.23_MR6.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="375" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgt7tlAuGEPcP-LCvsBufA54hk2mI67D61thpm-dpOx6GtWdFr0l5EliBepe_sSjSZ_evNyboVHTDXKs2kTnYiAT1MCGDhfznTQx4fh94PeGV6z9wNke7tvGEZTAvpNVVPn797jJDptKl3tX84MS6pPMIsaMeJGCCcBa5hMsSjemKlfW4bcP8dlHgCS5A/s320/2022.08.23_MR6.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzgsDgoU_6758TF4RkYUOq-QWjZlxaHZLk6lMbbpSkbNI5u832T6mSi--ZMY2mqaU7Fxy_nOMpvxfmmOI5Hx-dOULziiUyHcRZux-rWjbHNTSjMm4jDSe70LDH23k_jdWYaL-i_4fT_yDxtCKpDCeRpbrA9AQiIEANCRyY8cu6tKdw9N7LQUwck8hGtw/s500/2022.08.23_MR6a.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzgsDgoU_6758TF4RkYUOq-QWjZlxaHZLk6lMbbpSkbNI5u832T6mSi--ZMY2mqaU7Fxy_nOMpvxfmmOI5Hx-dOULziiUyHcRZux-rWjbHNTSjMm4jDSe70LDH23k_jdWYaL-i_4fT_yDxtCKpDCeRpbrA9AQiIEANCRyY8cu6tKdw9N7LQUwck8hGtw/s320/2022.08.23_MR6a.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>My parents split the Chicken Fajita Burrito ($19). It had chicken, bell peppers, beans, cheese, salsa fresca, and onions. Side of Spanish rice and refried beans, sour cream, and salsa verde. My folks, who are already small eaters, looked at this gordo burrito and wanted me to eat the last one-third. I think the filling - namely the chicken - could have used a bit more flavor. Maybe even a bit more sauce on the inside too, since it was a bit dry. Still, finishing this gave me more of an excuse to take some of my main dish home.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ75fFgLQk0zsl_S2yMAJIqkEgTTvwF24B10FB2YjeLlvFZmvkquCuWU76sWRwFcPlbnEXiE2bzpCdAY3FiQQmrV0fUOFGZ-gDpMgrBCGnivSiE8gEoi9uZ5UB7rIyISrTAGQbmQXIdRSCMCw4Gty18J2EJWIIDmh9jDRhDwCRK91esZ5Qwi4Hk5KIwA/s500/2022.08.23_MR7.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ75fFgLQk0zsl_S2yMAJIqkEgTTvwF24B10FB2YjeLlvFZmvkquCuWU76sWRwFcPlbnEXiE2bzpCdAY3FiQQmrV0fUOFGZ-gDpMgrBCGnivSiE8gEoi9uZ5UB7rIyISrTAGQbmQXIdRSCMCw4Gty18J2EJWIIDmh9jDRhDwCRK91esZ5Qwi4Hk5KIwA/s320/2022.08.23_MR7.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdRKccOg3D0PVMQGrnfapIy6JhT7S3SWWs_8pkLsFNr6VNelCWEPdU4ux_7FYDa5kGIsH1L9Gt0ptonrBCALMzEenkagBRFSEmvpQWKTOsHaVZqr8pBiU1hAVmP83g8PMnWWjNETPo28mUeAO_s6sUZywd0WR5uHotdERnsiMjKvf00CBtF6CZGhUyHg/s500/2022.08.23_MR7a.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdRKccOg3D0PVMQGrnfapIy6JhT7S3SWWs_8pkLsFNr6VNelCWEPdU4ux_7FYDa5kGIsH1L9Gt0ptonrBCALMzEenkagBRFSEmvpQWKTOsHaVZqr8pBiU1hAVmP83g8PMnWWjNETPo28mUeAO_s6sUZywd0WR5uHotdERnsiMjKvf00CBtF6CZGhUyHg/s320/2022.08.23_MR7a.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkD4GqeF16bGe0Y_CeXqRZUwL3TRS1Y1F5nQf2J9jhtex1FsZ4FDD3P_5RSMcCnuTKwPtBEAZBU9FiJVBC7T_QOdZeJGWHbIlsz61gledXfgWAa5InXmlS2_BFQikcrw8ZEQ9uwWnDADD7BM6S0upQVC866fVlGvpMTVq_B8GQkXugmu8st6Jh7eB4Yw/s500/2022.08.23_MR7b.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkD4GqeF16bGe0Y_CeXqRZUwL3TRS1Y1F5nQf2J9jhtex1FsZ4FDD3P_5RSMcCnuTKwPtBEAZBU9FiJVBC7T_QOdZeJGWHbIlsz61gledXfgWAa5InXmlS2_BFQikcrw8ZEQ9uwWnDADD7BM6S0upQVC866fVlGvpMTVq_B8GQkXugmu8st6Jh7eB4Yw/s320/2022.08.23_MR7b.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>I got the Camarones Diablo Plate ($28). Several jumbo tail-on shrimp topped with a red sauce. It's served with a papaya salsa, guacamole, Spanish rice, and black beans. Excellent guacamole and I just had a few shrimp while finishing my parents' burrito. Shrimp were cooked well, juicy and tender. At first I thought the sauce was much sweeter, but as I ate more, the spice became more noticeable. Pricey dish, but very good overall.</div><div><br /></div><div>I also ate the parents' leftover burrito there because I figured the shrimp would hold up better as leftovers anyway. Confirmed the day after that it did hold up well.</div></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMb5DlPYz0cPoH0Kz0mvr049emBDOlw-FPH14-6SEViA9yR-hKKkOSBzHf1fRjPhB10b1xjzR5pPc3eoVn5I8yhIujLIsT5M4ps3tqF0OEz5bMM7hwfXbJBEPtqfkqG5MvNJ42uzXyVWkL_eoGuE-IceFkn6DiwIzDiTfzgVpI4vTy2eNfWGYn16ZyEw/s500/2022.08.23_MR8.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMb5DlPYz0cPoH0Kz0mvr049emBDOlw-FPH14-6SEViA9yR-hKKkOSBzHf1fRjPhB10b1xjzR5pPc3eoVn5I8yhIujLIsT5M4ps3tqF0OEz5bMM7hwfXbJBEPtqfkqG5MvNJ42uzXyVWkL_eoGuE-IceFkn6DiwIzDiTfzgVpI4vTy2eNfWGYn16ZyEw/s320/2022.08.23_MR8.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_2zqnEGXL7w3HX0ZpJPFrKHsKG97GrDNvuiF5mriLHNBsoe4jJkf7qF9JM4sz3KDZvulH60DyDPg_ZLe8aQgN6_mBqAT5UlJaXH7b_5gqZbgMJ9dCztxLpdq3EfjmCmNBl8O4rY0K619SGjnopfMWfmEYOObgkHLUVBds5rfyHhIjdpE_Y3gUrv98Ow/s500/2022.08.23_MR8a.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_2zqnEGXL7w3HX0ZpJPFrKHsKG97GrDNvuiF5mriLHNBsoe4jJkf7qF9JM4sz3KDZvulH60DyDPg_ZLe8aQgN6_mBqAT5UlJaXH7b_5gqZbgMJ9dCztxLpdq3EfjmCmNBl8O4rY0K619SGjnopfMWfmEYOObgkHLUVBds5rfyHhIjdpE_Y3gUrv98Ow/s320/2022.08.23_MR8a.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Either way, it didn't take me long to realize that I can't eat a lot anymore, either. I eventually waddled back to the car in a daze, and additional walking temporarily helped before I decided to collapse in a lazy panda heap back home.</div><div><br /></div><div>Overall, a great experience. We went for lunch on a Tuesday, so perhaps that's why there were a bunch of parking stalls and pretty quick service. I'd love to go back to try other dishes. <b><span style="color: red;">7.75/10</span></b></div>Aaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09615946940409283733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417553726455153200.post-5872375690885064702022-06-27T00:00:00.114-10:002022-06-27T00:00:00.229-10:00Himalayan Kitchen (Ala Moana)Himalayan Kitchen has at least five locations in Hawaii. This blog post covers the small corner spot at Ala Moana Shopping Center in Honolulu, Hawaii.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLZ0cmv4SVJ_yp0Uxtw_8_ZbD_OqQrhgaMpOYZxMXJPoghJbwWZmvEnTSuz0RRZL-BI-J9HzcVKx8wH-rkdD6uBhyvBng_NmaP9hmeSfcMOI38EREzGgRjHkrHRS7Cv3ZRtYUtrbtVjLmPC4JfqVobuiNwGkf7jM2Pq8FbgXKlaIO2xuPfIXJIy9jQCg/s500/2022.06.25_HK1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="375" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLZ0cmv4SVJ_yp0Uxtw_8_ZbD_OqQrhgaMpOYZxMXJPoghJbwWZmvEnTSuz0RRZL-BI-J9HzcVKx8wH-rkdD6uBhyvBng_NmaP9hmeSfcMOI38EREzGgRjHkrHRS7Cv3ZRtYUtrbtVjLmPC4JfqVobuiNwGkf7jM2Pq8FbgXKlaIO2xuPfIXJIy9jQCg/s320/2022.06.25_HK1.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div><br /><div><br /></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div>After my friend and I got a bunch of exercise in the morning, we headed to Ala Moana for more walking and maybe a bit of food. Himalayan Kitchen was near where we parked, so we picked this spot mainly on proximity.</div><div><br /></div><div>It's a small corner spot on Street Level 1 near Macy's. There's maybe 5-6 tables inside and another 5-6 outside. All I can otherwise say is, if you're dining inside and it's summer, it's stuffy enough to burn a few extra calories.</div><div><br /></div><div>Himalayan Kitchen serves Nepali and Indian food, which for me was a welcome break from the usual bentos and home-cooked meals I mostly had during the pandemic.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjqSP2XiTSJDZqVH5DtQYRIMKJAV4UPP5YpA7L5MXsV7FOiCQVJWkg1hNTLZNs8JXIQeN7Hsv43cqnzrbdlECtqmBMN78tLuMavvLyuxIjbCwGScA_I4X3uIJswB2J3iNYzK6GAv1PEjvqyOWOBK3Za-7JbqYsE_iwl8qChxk2-X9_s3eKD3KJcqV6Rw/s500/2022.06.25_HK2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="375" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjqSP2XiTSJDZqVH5DtQYRIMKJAV4UPP5YpA7L5MXsV7FOiCQVJWkg1hNTLZNs8JXIQeN7Hsv43cqnzrbdlECtqmBMN78tLuMavvLyuxIjbCwGScA_I4X3uIJswB2J3iNYzK6GAv1PEjvqyOWOBK3Za-7JbqYsE_iwl8qChxk2-X9_s3eKD3KJcqV6Rw/s320/2022.06.25_HK2.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitt6BZGX7keGQJg3PxQAOADxpdFGpm9_z8GTtFAgfPyIVCSsnjvqkCt65Tsh3j1xdauVwRnPiSa0VnnOlhEQa9_igDXNTTIp6X50QAK80_YrGFypnOotsNK3DPH0STLvhyf3eQGVptouSqj5NHRa4SjtsDxhepLA-C_dUAHbcu7E6PYSR16fSvfJdktA/s500/2022.06.25_HK3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitt6BZGX7keGQJg3PxQAOADxpdFGpm9_z8GTtFAgfPyIVCSsnjvqkCt65Tsh3j1xdauVwRnPiSa0VnnOlhEQa9_igDXNTTIp6X50QAK80_YrGFypnOotsNK3DPH0STLvhyf3eQGVptouSqj5NHRa4SjtsDxhepLA-C_dUAHbcu7E6PYSR16fSvfJdktA/s320/2022.06.25_HK3.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>I love that you can pick your spice level here, from 1 to 10. The server said 6 was right around "Thai spicy".</div><div><br /></div><div>Our server also tried upselling the Momos ($8.95), steamed dumplings with ground chicken and spices inside, and served with a tomato dipping sauce. We passed this time, just looking for the main course.</div><div><br /></div><div>I got the Chicken Tikka Madrass ($16.95), listed as the chef's favorite. Boneless chicken cooked in the tandoori, then simmered with the chef's special coconut curry-based sauce. Just to test the heat and still savor the flavors, I went with a spice level 7/10 for starters. It's served with some basmati rice.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQeWrXQgqXpYCXOyaqjDke9cZhuN5GWs-1DN-wIKyxNsia_UwSpXRtTiazB4vbdV2YgeVm-Kz5e5WwNb_4OrRi1Kx_cJCK7zcOY-V9UDCOpiZDcY_xWvR8-PakXFOZdXyjFGh0FbBzASCsKHwD_POHHfIlYFApoFxeaA9UckLF2J7m_KAiNS5PbQd9eA/s500/2022.06.25_HK6.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQeWrXQgqXpYCXOyaqjDke9cZhuN5GWs-1DN-wIKyxNsia_UwSpXRtTiazB4vbdV2YgeVm-Kz5e5WwNb_4OrRi1Kx_cJCK7zcOY-V9UDCOpiZDcY_xWvR8-PakXFOZdXyjFGh0FbBzASCsKHwD_POHHfIlYFApoFxeaA9UckLF2J7m_KAiNS5PbQd9eA/s320/2022.06.25_HK6.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLbuVqoSfUb2k7Ww-hPiLszWfrpcts4X7hnbdY9Uclx5ZmikhrSlAz0eNQtFsqxxWPcNQ-q-6ZVubz6oanXFIfiX7QfV6-LVhkztNTmwS3GwlxpEhH9cOhAJTbNAvR03j394WcoiIjRtTeevAvECuVm2ETgFuTfno-Wpr6Bht1yhblkDf32SyVv92GPA/s500/2022.06.25_HK8.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLbuVqoSfUb2k7Ww-hPiLszWfrpcts4X7hnbdY9Uclx5ZmikhrSlAz0eNQtFsqxxWPcNQ-q-6ZVubz6oanXFIfiX7QfV6-LVhkztNTmwS3GwlxpEhH9cOhAJTbNAvR03j394WcoiIjRtTeevAvECuVm2ETgFuTfno-Wpr6Bht1yhblkDf32SyVv92GPA/s320/2022.06.25_HK8.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>The level 7 had nice heat, and I'm sure the stuffy restaurant allowed me to sweat a little more at my seat. I could easily bump up the spice level next time - probably sitting outside.</div><div><br /></div><div>It was a perfect amount of heat to match the full-bodied curry. Delicious coconut milk and traditional Himalayan spices in the hearty curry. Although some of the chicken pieces were slightly overcooked, others still retained some moisture.</div><div><br /></div><div><b><i>(<u>Note:</u> This is usually why I generally order chicken dishes at Indian/Himalayan restaurants. I like chicken, but it's also less forgiving than lamb here in terms of getting overcooked.)</i></b></div><div><br /></div><div>My friend enjoyed his Lamb Bhuna ($18.95), a curry dish that had a creamy garlic sauce, more traditional spices, and cooked down to a dark brown color. The lamb was extremely tender and juicy. My friend was happy with a level 5/10 spice and savored every bite.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXsTOo8uJclTzeszmMdR1OHyT1LXrt3xldBt6JuKIPkUOgecLup15z6mOCp5SGX5txuAtiiFXg2yfRl1OjmDsAMfwVTa6ACG3Rut_vyCbLy_W7uhdzsczn9F7bcahjcCQJJItKjEpkiZFiHCe72Xex496gzuWm41bS0d1XKiw9TuwRF3fH-_CAQQrBLQ/s500/2022.06.25_HK7.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXsTOo8uJclTzeszmMdR1OHyT1LXrt3xldBt6JuKIPkUOgecLup15z6mOCp5SGX5txuAtiiFXg2yfRl1OjmDsAMfwVTa6ACG3Rut_vyCbLy_W7uhdzsczn9F7bcahjcCQJJItKjEpkiZFiHCe72Xex496gzuWm41bS0d1XKiw9TuwRF3fH-_CAQQrBLQ/s320/2022.06.25_HK7.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAW7WFkbOsxl8lxPUKk5yX95UOq46MT73u0TPF2tePYsFodAPM_Pupx30nMHxR2aCawMvjdbBdgRk0WXWMQF8lKaVkkgflUyW02b3gIdIsoPsEKLeewo2HUi1W37-8qekAQnY0TMKPjUxotQR6DKvCp4qynGROtdkVjKohh3AsrZ23IiLq0CTp494CmA/s500/2022.06.25_HK5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAW7WFkbOsxl8lxPUKk5yX95UOq46MT73u0TPF2tePYsFodAPM_Pupx30nMHxR2aCawMvjdbBdgRk0WXWMQF8lKaVkkgflUyW02b3gIdIsoPsEKLeewo2HUi1W37-8qekAQnY0TMKPjUxotQR6DKvCp4qynGROtdkVjKohh3AsrZ23IiLq0CTp494CmA/s320/2022.06.25_HK5.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZXURzyt8R--jW0MB_JJHl6zwNloM1dGQ7uD8CfiiZfLLSoX1-U77ca9HFEDLMkBPmw1nxekRRsRvPaHt6HdYfstOi7NreEvxYBmZtCmwRRgoRuUgmKyurpKvROi35npfPMuu1SDewgT1z36QJD8xQooYeonddJzTvaeBSlbN1auj_DomT9FVmEfLtDw/s500/2022.06.25_HK4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZXURzyt8R--jW0MB_JJHl6zwNloM1dGQ7uD8CfiiZfLLSoX1-U77ca9HFEDLMkBPmw1nxekRRsRvPaHt6HdYfstOi7NreEvxYBmZtCmwRRgoRuUgmKyurpKvROi35npfPMuu1SDewgT1z36QJD8xQooYeonddJzTvaeBSlbN1auj_DomT9FVmEfLtDw/s320/2022.06.25_HK4.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Great service at this family-run business, and I look forward to my next visit. <b><span style="color: red;">8.5/10</span></b></div></div>Aaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09615946940409283733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417553726455153200.post-30020136902833509982022-05-02T00:00:00.008-10:002022-05-02T00:00:00.236-10:00Shiro's Saimin Haven (Waimalu)Shiro's Saimin Haven has two locations on Oahu. This blog post covers the spot Waimalu Shopping Center in Aiea, Hawaii.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2dwx23mTY9QYnkmdoXa_8MEnm_NA4qEMSBemWiBnewYeickGZIf6rkZaZR-zbWcxS2H4BYD02-I0XLWff3MtUNVST28mHaC4xEX-kjtKf8pmTMR2UdQDxSpuIfXKdzs839nhlmyh4qDcYAwlU3FPF2kRi6Gr_DFHk5jxLeG8DKLuJaCk2GSHwmsI4QQ/s500/2022.04.30_SS1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="375" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2dwx23mTY9QYnkmdoXa_8MEnm_NA4qEMSBemWiBnewYeickGZIf6rkZaZR-zbWcxS2H4BYD02-I0XLWff3MtUNVST28mHaC4xEX-kjtKf8pmTMR2UdQDxSpuIfXKdzs839nhlmyh4qDcYAwlU3FPF2kRi6Gr_DFHk5jxLeG8DKLuJaCk2GSHwmsI4QQ/s320/2022.04.30_SS1.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><div><br /></div><div>Shiro's is legendary in Hawaii, having served customers since 1969. They <b><i><a href="https://shiros-saimin.com/shiros-history">have a page</a></i></b> about Franz Shiro Matsuo, the founder. Shiro's remains family-run, now in its third generation. One of Franz's grandsons even oversees a separate company that makes all the noodles and wun tun.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsDxECzuI7hcoRg3YHqmwbV-2TV7UEWysdWtrYWn5iwVIFaahR9GYGDo0JclsMQwty5n0PRNWR5zBLGWE8c2wBri3VOSG5Y8y_Hx-D4z9MnyG60g0Korfnt5MahaeMTr1bdvKt_O7kXA6V586X-Gta7vtJNmJCfCuwhMle4sn17d-54gHjn3XbaiBQiw/s500/2022.04.30_SS8.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsDxECzuI7hcoRg3YHqmwbV-2TV7UEWysdWtrYWn5iwVIFaahR9GYGDo0JclsMQwty5n0PRNWR5zBLGWE8c2wBri3VOSG5Y8y_Hx-D4z9MnyG60g0Korfnt5MahaeMTr1bdvKt_O7kXA6V586X-Gta7vtJNmJCfCuwhMle4sn17d-54gHjn3XbaiBQiw/s320/2022.04.30_SS8.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Shiro's has won a People's Choice Award as Hawaii's Best from the Honolulu Star-Advertiser for the last six years (2016-2021). I'll basically blame living on the mainland and the pandemic for not blogging about this place sooner.</div><div><br /></div><div>Tons of menu options here. Breakfast is served until noon. While there are sandwiches, burgers, and plate lunches, the signature remains saimin, a dish developed during Hawaii's plantation days. Growing up, all the Hawaii kids said "saimin", even if it was the cheap instant ramen one would buy in the store.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhj9SAFXXZ31S7VMGFkZW6p-R7Yp726uL2nWoAsDktpUFuZnlauWolhvs_riyIbISW0bjc1y7O1BEQRSppVBTRMrEQglEC4hftvcFDF7g4IWDxDBQ6FIysHPi13PEMBvubCdqqbNMk3z8fqJwjQf2HvOE7erNLeU42xSvI5FQ95zhxf373jZrqtcmy_gA/s500/2022.04.30_SS3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhj9SAFXXZ31S7VMGFkZW6p-R7Yp726uL2nWoAsDktpUFuZnlauWolhvs_riyIbISW0bjc1y7O1BEQRSppVBTRMrEQglEC4hftvcFDF7g4IWDxDBQ6FIysHPi13PEMBvubCdqqbNMk3z8fqJwjQf2HvOE7erNLeU42xSvI5FQ95zhxf373jZrqtcmy_gA/s320/2022.04.30_SS3.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghsgfKcpOWEhTZPpAoRwdpTewW7MQqEOc-iPtU-N7KO4-PmtENqtgDHNt8GlVx95qxt55g0KWG0Kf_tQ4266ZiYaDQ5NJxrGJHRnoiQwvB0jvHMh069l578BG16qfsT_wkFzFiL-Lx3Zsz1QsCxuSp4DiStfdqzIKrZzDnICOeKjQ_TEZeJyU7kjD-Eg/s500/2022.04.30_SS4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghsgfKcpOWEhTZPpAoRwdpTewW7MQqEOc-iPtU-N7KO4-PmtENqtgDHNt8GlVx95qxt55g0KWG0Kf_tQ4266ZiYaDQ5NJxrGJHRnoiQwvB0jvHMh069l578BG16qfsT_wkFzFiL-Lx3Zsz1QsCxuSp4DiStfdqzIKrZzDnICOeKjQ_TEZeJyU7kjD-Eg/s320/2022.04.30_SS4.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>I got the #11 Hot and Spicy Saimin ($9.90), basically their large saimin with spicy broth, three wun tun, veggies, and garnishes. Garnishes include won bok, egg, char siu pork, thinly sliced spam, and green onion.</div></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOMlGhIL7N13oKfP3nLfcprRbap3HZBH0l_Cn1KLZhxN2OrFOUpvs0DhYLq3payhav2aKfLq9fNOesN0o8SLQfQaKlcRU9UO546gN4caZL3ZsT8BQhcULE0_wnA28okDVzCMUqnKXWaiAZlbKsjLzL_mYrdKoyoNeFGTGaUJk7SUe_ptko2lWDMzNivg/s500/2022.04.30_SS5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOMlGhIL7N13oKfP3nLfcprRbap3HZBH0l_Cn1KLZhxN2OrFOUpvs0DhYLq3payhav2aKfLq9fNOesN0o8SLQfQaKlcRU9UO546gN4caZL3ZsT8BQhcULE0_wnA28okDVzCMUqnKXWaiAZlbKsjLzL_mYrdKoyoNeFGTGaUJk7SUe_ptko2lWDMzNivg/s320/2022.04.30_SS5.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>It's a delicious, soulful soup. Excellent, light broth. It's got some spice, but not too hot, tickling the back of your throat. It might be a tad too spicy for people despising heat, but there are so many other non-spicy options, this is a non-issue.</div><div><br /></div><div>Soft, silky noodles cooked past al dente, but ideal here. The highlight otherwise was the three wun tun, silky on the outside and juicy pork on the inside.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQKuQMQpLxAaaqsKdB3tIhuOoUy0EWuxQnmuBR6aKwhaRWh1Abq7rdU826inwuGc5-exvnaL23oEIovIkRogbROPtkPqjJ75qvTOr4JMeJwvKFZzq1rI23Bgy6Q243TN9lm50_UE_6_enN6kbCyWp-BHM2kczqGnAVV6xUzr_DDlHIs9rz7Lt5OfV--w/s500/2022.04.30_SS6.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQKuQMQpLxAaaqsKdB3tIhuOoUy0EWuxQnmuBR6aKwhaRWh1Abq7rdU826inwuGc5-exvnaL23oEIovIkRogbROPtkPqjJ75qvTOr4JMeJwvKFZzq1rI23Bgy6Q243TN9lm50_UE_6_enN6kbCyWp-BHM2kczqGnAVV6xUzr_DDlHIs9rz7Lt5OfV--w/s320/2022.04.30_SS6.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPIsWRV93qwdJnGBRDujwsE6ndrs6bSKweq-6pQERji2zuhtyBkLOZwp92A69vkcaM2jlo8KYiZX5B6SYUiIi1eQEcC6AnO4TgkBFmSpDF8bpOGdX8HjHe7PU-5w7XCyDlDkvT4eHtjwn3GtHqS0Au_8VWuNvaPoCJ6lhWYYG8hkMkdjAM6YDUr7mRew/s500/2022.04.30_SS7.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPIsWRV93qwdJnGBRDujwsE6ndrs6bSKweq-6pQERji2zuhtyBkLOZwp92A69vkcaM2jlo8KYiZX5B6SYUiIi1eQEcC6AnO4TgkBFmSpDF8bpOGdX8HjHe7PU-5w7XCyDlDkvT4eHtjwn3GtHqS0Au_8VWuNvaPoCJ6lhWYYG8hkMkdjAM6YDUr7mRew/s320/2022.04.30_SS7.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div>Heck, I added some Chinese mustard and shoyu when enjoying the wun tun.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgC3VcOjUBi77s8_akBd04WXJpFG12UhlhHEd527cSG5cRwCH9cHIFXcXUNoE9XrLChvCsxqnkQos_0sre_Pas7GbcWGabzLb8YcTTq_-4j1-WLqDeFKio-uZvoIBioR-p_8lJp037_HwXtxK327N8GwgCNzTQjBNuhiqzUKzxWUimV9ISzuIVWjydNcA/s500/2022.04.30_SS2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="375" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgC3VcOjUBi77s8_akBd04WXJpFG12UhlhHEd527cSG5cRwCH9cHIFXcXUNoE9XrLChvCsxqnkQos_0sre_Pas7GbcWGabzLb8YcTTq_-4j1-WLqDeFKio-uZvoIBioR-p_8lJp037_HwXtxK327N8GwgCNzTQjBNuhiqzUKzxWUimV9ISzuIVWjydNcA/s320/2022.04.30_SS2.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div><br /></div></div><div><br /></div><div>My friend enjoyed his large saimin. It took maybe five minutes max to get our order. Excellent service. It wasn't packed on a Friday night, but several tables were occupied. I still have a lot of places to try in Hawaii.</div><div><br /></div><div>If you're seeking a historic eating spot in Hawaii, Shiro's must be on your list. <b><span style="color: red;">9/10</span></b></div>Aaronhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09615946940409283733noreply@blogger.com0