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Thanks, Zippy’s!

Lheony Bareng presents Zippy’s Thanksgiving Meals To Go Package, complete with a whole turkey and all the fixings.

If there’s something to be grateful for these days, it’s Zippy’s Restaurants’ collection of holiday specials, which includes the always popular Thanksgiving Meals To Go Package.

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ono,youknow Million Restaurant

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By Alana Folen | Photos by Leah Friel

orea’s pickled condiment kim chee is heating up here at home and across the globe.

There’s just something about Korean fermented cabbage that hooks you at first bite, and believe me, it’s habitforming. Kim chee is a permanent item in my fridge, meaning there’s always a bottle on hand to satisfy those 2 a.m. persistent cravings.

Now, kim chee goes with just about everything, but my ideal pairings include kim chee with a bowl of hot, steamed rice and egg.

It also goes perfectly with barbecue meat and a bowl of ramen, not to mention fried rice. OK, I digress, but you get the point.

However, in Korea, kim chee is a national obsession, and it was on my trip to Seoul a few years back when I fell even deeper in love with this delicious dish. In fact, in Seoul you’ll even find a museum dedicated to this hot stuff.

So, without further ado, let’s explore the realms of kim chee at a few Ono, You Know hot spots around town where I’m sure you and your appetite will experience a renewed zest for life.

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Million Restaurant Let’s count the 1 million reasons why we love Million Restaurant on Sheridan Street.

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First of all, it’s the place to go when you’re in the mood for traditional Korean fare and secondly, whether it’s the highest quality kal-bi, barbecue chicken, or the flavorful banchan (side dishes) that you’re after, Million

never disappoints.

Owned and operated by sisters Cindy and Angela Park, Million is a family-run business that has welcomed patrons since 1989.

Loyal diners love the fact that they can grill their own meats on the yakiniku tables or leave it up to the pros to cook up a fantastic meal.

A standard here, and one that can’t go unnoticed, is Million’s famous homemade kim chee, which Million’s Diana Paik says is as authentic as you can get.

“We serve cucumber kim chee, original kim chee and shredded daikon kim chee as part of our banchan offerings. It’s complimentary with any meal,” she adds.

“A plate of daikon kim chee and won bok kim chee is available upon request, and the won bok kim chee can be cooked on the grill if you prefer.”

Of course, red chili pepper is an essential ingredient, but to achieve the best kim chee, Paik shares that it all lies in Million’s secret sauce, which is kept highly underwraps.

“Kim Chee Pancakes also are popular here, and we always make sure that our kim chee is always fresh,” she says.

And just because Million’s kim – See page 18

Above: The editor is ready to take on the heat of Million’s Kim Chee.

Left: Asahi Grill’s Kim Chee Fried Rice ($5.75 small, $7.25 regular)

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hanksgiving is just days away, and while some of you already have dived right in to your Turkey Day preparations, there’s a few who can’t even fathom the stress of putting together an elaborate feast. Well, fear no more, Zippy’s Restaurants once again has you covered with its trusty Thanksgiving Meals To Go Packages. Zippy’s has been a part of Hawaii’s dining culture since 1966 when founder Charlie Higa and his brother Francis opened the doors to the first McCully location, and today with 25 establishments statewide, Zippy’s Restaurants is deemed iconic — a true representation of our island lifestyle.

According to Zippy’s marketing manager Jeanine Mamiya-Kalahiki, since the beginning, the concept of the restaurants has always been to serve delicious, local-style and American classics in a no-hassle manner. Thanksgiving Meals To Go Packages made its debut in November 1998.

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“We wanted to provide convenience to families by offering foods that are prepared and ready to reheat,” Mamiya-Kalahiki recalls.

Zippy’s Restaurants is busier than ever this time of year as it sells well more than 1,000 turkey meals each year, and Zippy’s loyal customers swear by it. In fact, Mamiya-Kalahiki often relies on Thanksgiving Meals To Go Packages for her own holiday spread.

“These meals are easy to prepare and they are delicious. The fully cooked turkey just requires reheating, plus you have all the sides ready to go as well — all made from scratch,” she says.

A Whole Turkey Package is priced at $79.95* plus tax and includes a 10- to 12-pound (cooked weight) refrigerated and fully cooked whole roast Butterball Turkey, four pounds Poultry Gravy, four pounds Real Mashed Potatoes, three pounds Stuffing, one pound Cranberry/Pineapple Relish and one dozen Sweet Dinner Rolls. A Half Turkey Package costs $40.95*

plus tax, and features a five- to six-pound (cooked weight) refrigerated and fully cooked Butterball Turkey, two pounds poultry gravy, two pounds Real Mashed Potatoes, one-and-a-half-pounds Stuffing, half-pound Cranberry/Pineapple Relish and six Sweet Dinner Rolls.

Keep in mind all sides also can be ordered a la carte, along with Holiday Sushi Platters, which should be ordered 48 hours in advance. And what’s the ultimate Thanksgiving meal without dessert? You can add on a Pumpkin or Custard Pie ($7.50 each) made from special Napoleon’s Bakery recipes to your package for a touch of sweetness.

“These meals define convenience,” MamiyaKalahiki says, noting that reheating instructions are included with each package. “Instead of slaving away all day in the kitchen, you can have the entire meal prepared in one to two hours (depending on the package of your choice).

1725 S. KING ST., HONOLULU (VARIOUS OTHER LOCATIONS) 973.0877 (S. KING) OPEN 24 HOURS, SEVEN DAYS A WEEK ZIPPYS.COM

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4 1 Zippy’s Thanksgiving Meals To Go Whole Turkey Package ($79.95* plus tax) 2 Roast Turkey/Baked Ham Combo ($9.85 fast-food counter, $11.35* restaurant) 3 Grilled Salmon with Crab and Artichoke Sauce ($13.75* dine-in restaurant only) 4 Baked Ham ($7.95* fast-food counter, $9.15* restaurant) 5 Roast Turkey Plate ($9* fast-food counter, $10.35* restaurant) 6 Pumpkin and Custard Pies ($7.50* each, photo courtesy Zippy’s Restaurants)

“We start putting everything together a couple of days before Thanksgiving Eve and send the many packages to the stores on the Eve and Thanksgiving Day. It takes hundreds of employees to put everything together,” she adds. “And we continue to do this year after year because our customers love it!”

Prepayment is required for Zippy’s Thanksgiving Meals To Go Packages, and you can order online by clicking on the Thanksgiving Meals To Go link at Zippys.com. Pre-order with a credit card (Visa, MasterCard and American Express are accepted) by calling 973.0880. Orders will be taken by Zippy’s Administration Office from now through Nov. 21 and phone orders can be placed Monday through Friday 6 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Also, keep in mind, special hours for phone orders will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Zippy’s McCully, Vineyard, Koko Marina, Kahala, Nov 17-18.

Pick-up dates for Zippy’s Meals To Go Packages Waipahu, Waiau, Wahiawa, Kapolei, Mililani, are Nov. 21 and Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 22, at Kaneohe, Kailua and Kahului locations.

5 Thanksgiving festivities continue at the restaurants as well. So, make your next stop Zippy’s and enjoy its Thanksgiving dine-in specials. Roast Turkey Plate ($9* fast-food counter, $10.35* restaurant), Baked Ham ($7.95* fast-food counter, $9.15* restaurant), Roast Turkey/Baked Ham Combo ($9.85 fast-food counter, $11.35* restaurant) and Grilled Salmon with Crab and Artichoke Sauce ($13.75* dine-in restaurant only) will be available Nov. 20-22 from 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Zippy's Dine-In Restaurants and FastFood Counters.

“We wanted to offer variety to the Thanksgiving menu for those who wanted another option from the traditional Thanksgiving offerings,” Mamiya-Kalahiki states.

“This time of year is always exciting for us at Zippy’s. It’s great being able to provide our customers with a complete Thanksgiving Meal so they can spend more time with family and friends!”

Prices slightly higher at Zippy’s Kahului.

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A seafood frenzy at Karai Crab

king crab legs, mussels, shrimp, clams, crawfish, potatoes, local corn and Kukui sausage. It’s a perfect choice for someone who wants to try a little bit of everything, including the local favorite, King Crab.

Also popular is Salt and Pepper Shrimp ($12) with deepfried baby shrimp and a savory lemon pepper sea-

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s its name suggests, Karai Crab serves a great selection of tasty, spicy crab.

But it also will satisfy any seafood craving, hot or not.

Located to the right of its sister restaurant, The Willows in Moiliili, Karai Crab opened in September and allows guests to customize their meal by seafood, seasoning and spice level.

Seafood choices are Shrimp (with or without shell), Crawfish, Live Clams, Live Mussels, Dungeness Crab Clusters, Snow Crab, King Crab and Dungeness Crab. For non-seafood eaters, fried tofu is available.

Seasonings include Garlic Butter, Cajun, Karai Special (a combination of garlic butter and Cajun sauces), tropical Hawaiian (Karai flavors of Hawaii), Lemon Pepper and Court Bouillon. And the different spice levels you can choose from are mild, medium (cayenne heat), spicy (habanero heat) and extra spicy (ghost pepper heat).

A must-try is King Crab Karai Combo (market price), which has

soning. “The response for this dish has been great,” notes general manager Garret Kamei.

“Everyone who has tried it, loved it. We’ve always run it as a special, but because it’s so popular, we added it to the menu.”

A new special is Seafood

KARAI CRAB WHERE 901 Hausten St., Honolulu

Seafood Linguine ($16) | Leah Friel photos

CALL 952.6990 HOURS 11 a.m.-10 p.m. daily (Closed on Thanksgiving) WEBSITE karaicrab.com Salt and Pepper Shrim

p ($12)

King Crab Karai Combo (market price) Photo courtesy of Karai Crab

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Call for Reservations & Information 2284 Kalakaua Ave.

Open 7 Days from 11am-10pm

Lunch 11am - 4pm Dinner 5pm - 10pm at the old Waikiki III Theatres Parking available at the Pro-Park location Seaside Ave. Pay $2 at the Restaurant. www.atlantisseafoodsteak.com

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Roast Organic Turkey Italian Sausage Stuffing Gravy, Mashed Potatoes & Sweet Potato Purée Pumpkin Cheesecake

$42 Regular Menu & other Thanksgiving Specials also available!

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Linguine ($16) with mussels, clams and shrimp cooked in a clear broth with garlic butter seasoning. Kamei says they are creating new lunch-friendly entrees, such as pastas, salads and sandwiches with plans for an extended lunch menu in the near future.

The casual, familyfriendly seafood restaurant also offers a keiki menu, and plate lunch-style takeout options. And in an effort to be eco-friendly, Karai Crab serves its food in bamboo reusable bowls and plates; and uses takeout containers, utensils, napkins and bags made of recycled and/or biodegradable materials.

For those dining with someone who may not eat seafood, they may dine from the buffet at The Willows and bring their plate into Karai Crab. For parties, The Willows banquet room and smaller private rooms also are available for use with the Karai menu.

Valet parking costs $3, or self-park for $2 in the lot left of The Willows.

Royal Hawaiian Center is open November 22nd, Thanksgiving Day* from 10am to 10pm.

Many merchants will be breaking their Black Friday sales early on Thursday . . . while other centers sleep.

First hour FREE parking, then $1 per each additional hour for the next three hours with merchant or restaurant validation.

BLACK FRIDAY STARTS THURSDAY Shop & Dine Thanksgiving till 10pm.

Like us on

@RoyalHwnCtr

Make your reservations for our

Thanksgiving Day Buffet Thursday, Nov 22, 2012

Brunch 8:30am to 2:00pm Dinner 4pm to 8:30pm

Seafood and Salad Stations Peel ’n Eat Shrimp, Fresh Poke, Seared Cajun Sashimi, Chinese Chicken Salad and more Entrees Ehu Ale Shortribs, Roast Turkey, Steamed Snow Crabs, Shrimp Scampi and much more Carving and Dessert Station to round out the buffet

Sunday Brunch Buffet Array of Salads Lomilomi Salmon, Pasta Salad and more Hot Items Sam’s Fried Rice, Portuguese Sausage, Bacon, Corned Beef Hash, Kalua Pig, Chef’s Special Chicken of the Day and Catch of the Day and more Omelet and Dessert Stations 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. $22.95 adults • $12.95 for children 5-12 yrs

Show your appreciation to family, friends, clients by purchasing them a Sam Choy’s BLC gift card.

FREE $20 Gift Certificate for every $100 in Gift Cards purchased thru Dec. 22nd.

Free $20 Gift Certificate is valid from Jan. 1-Mar. 31, 2013.

580 Nimitz Hwy. 545-7979 Like us on Facebook for Special Deals & Offers www.samchoyhawaii.com

* Cheesecake Factory is closed on Thanksgiving.

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Ichiriki hits the spot with its appetizers

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ICHIRIKI WHERE 510 Piikoi St., Honolulu CALL 589.2299 HOURS Sunday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m.-midnight Reservations are recommended.

1 Tofu Salad ($4.95) 2 Pork Kim Chee ($9.95) 3 Ahi Poke ($5.95) 4 Ahi Katsu ($6.95) Lawrence Tabudlo photos

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he volunteer food reviewers on 1 Yelp and Urbanspoon can’t seem to get enough of Ichiriki.

To borrow a post, the Japanese nabe restaurant near Ala Moana (and Aiea) has; Tasty food, Great Price(s), (is) Fun and Interactive food making, Nice and clean, Family-style, (and) Great Service. That pretty much sums it up.

Starting off with a fresh Tofu Salad ($4.95) is a good way to set the stage for either one of the restaurant’s hot pots, and its collection appetizers.

You really can’t go wrong with either. The salad features red leaf lettuce, cherry tomatoes and soft tofu, and is topped with croutons, nori and a creamy sesame dressing. Just as you would expect, the dish is light, flavorful and 3 packed with natural flavors.

Characterized as a “perfect combination” of pork and kim chee by photographer Lawrence Tabudlo, Pork Kim Chee ($9.95) is pickled without being too sour, and spicy without being freakishly hot. There is a slow burn common with such an appetizer, but it’s nothing you can’t handle and a wipe across the forehead fresh snap of the kim chee. is all it takes to maintain composure.

Now for the fish.

The textural mix is created by panAhi Poke ($5.95) can be found searing the pork until its crispy, but almost anywhere, but the kim chee still juicy, and combining it with the marinade Ichiriki uses to season the tender chunks of fish is unique and quite tasty. And while the kim chee sauce may give the appearance of excessive heat, especially for those of us who are heat wimps, have no fear, the coating is a flavor enhancer that is well balanced with the buttery ahi.

Saving the best for last, Ahi Katsu ($6.95) is the same daily fresh ahi used in the poke, but deliciously different. Ahi Katsu is wrapped in a shiso leaf, then panko-coated and deep-fried served with a side of tonkastu sauce. The star in this simple collection is the shiso, which adds a mint flavor that works perfectly with the ahi. Crunchy on the outside, soft and tender inside, I’ll be back for more.

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Thanksgiving

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By Nicole Kato

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hat better way to celebrate a special occassion or spend quality time with loved ones than at Hawaii’s only revolving restaurant. At 18 stories high, Top of Waikiki makes a full 360-degree rotation every hour, so patrons can see the landscape of Waikiki before the sunsets and the beautiful lights to follow. For almost 50 years, Top of Waikiki has served up amazing dishes that

Babette Black and Dana Oshiro Nicole Kato photo

satisfy the meat, seafood and vegetarian lover.

Many locals rarely venture to the heart of Waikiki, but Dining Out was fortunate to catch up with Babette Black and Dana Oshiro who were celebrating a special occassion — Babette’s birthday!

“I would suggest to my friends to come out to Waikiki and check this place out.

Waikiki is different, it’s changed a lot, and a lot of people can afford it,” Black says.

Dana Oshiro: “I had the RibEye Steak ($45). Actually, I liked everything. Everything was great, and the service is awesome. The environment is really nice. It was Babette’s birthday, and I wanted to do

something special.”

Babette Black: “I had the Lobster (seasonal price). It wasn’t the little-bitty lobster, it was a big lobster. It was very tender and had a lot of juice. The flavor, the sauce — excellent. The potatoes were creamy, and our waiter helped us with great choices.”

TOP OF WAIKIKI WHERE Waikiki Business Plaza 2270 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu CALL 923.3877 HOURS Open daily, 5-9:30 p.m.

WEBSITE topofwaikiki.com

THANKSGIVING DAY BRUNCH & DINNER BUFFET Thursday, November 22, 2012 Call 948-8356 For Reservations

THANKSGIVING TURKEY DINNER $23.99 WITH WATER CHESTNUT STUFFING, HOMEMADE GIBLET GRAVY, GARLIC GREEN BEANS AND PUMPKIN PIE

Specials good for Thanksgiving Day only on 11/22/12

We thank you all for your patience during our restaurant renovations. We now have an upgraded facility to better serve the entire family.

BRUNCH MENU 9:00am - 2:00pm DINNER MENU 4:00pm - 9:30pm SALAD BAR Roasted Butternut Squash Soup / Asian Chicken Salad / Tofu Watercress Salad / Cranberry Relish Ahi Inamona / Shoyu Ahi Poke / Sesame Tako Poke / Korean Style Mussel Poke Fresh Island Sashimi / Oysters on the 1/2 Shell / Shrimp Cocktail-(Dinner Only)

ACTION STATION

TURKEY AND BABYBACK RIBS

COMBO for $27.99 PEARLRIDGE

98-150 Kaonohi St. 808.487.9911

WAIKIKI

1972 Kalakaua Ave. 808.942.2121

www.tonyromas.com Dine in only. Not to be combined with any other promo/discount/offer.

Roasted Prime Rib of Beef with Homemade Au Jus and Horseradish Sauce Omelet StationMade to Order and Belgium Waffle Station-(Brunch Only) Made to Order Hand Roll Station-(Dinner Only)

HOT ENTREES Roast Turkey with Pan Gravy Stuffing / Pit Ham with Guava Glaze Steamed Alaskan Snow Crab Legs / Shrimp and Vegetable Tempura Frittata, Breakfast Meats and Boneless Kalbi –(Brunch Only) Furikaki Sesame Chicken, Seafood Newburg (Dinner Only), and Sauteed Catch of the Day “Molokai Style” Braised Shortribs with sautéed mushrooms and caramelized onions / Garlic Mashed Potatoes

DESSERT LINE White Chocolate Pumpkin Bread Pudding / Ice Cream with Hot Fudge & Toppings / Specialty Cakes and Pies from JJ’s Pastries & much more

2012

Breakfast: Daily 6:30am-1pm Brunch Buffet: Sat & Sun 10:00am-2:00pm Lunch Service: Mon-Fri 11:00am-2:00pm Dinner Buffet: Wed-Sun 5:00pm-9:30pm

GIVING THANKS IS NOW ALL THE MORE GRATIFYING. Join us on Thanksgiving Day for an exquisite 4-course menu at Azure, offering holiday classics with a focus on local ingredients. Or delight in the legendary Monarch Room’s Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet with trimmings you may never have imagined.

Azure Restaurant 5:30pm ‘til 9:00pm 4-course prix fixe menu $125 per adult 3-course children’s menu $45 per child (5-12 years)

Monarch Room 5:00pm ‘til 8:00pm (last seating at 7:00pm) $95 per adult $57 per child (5-12 years)

For details, visit royal-hawaiian.com or call 921-4600.

Price does not include tax and service charge/gratuity.

Prices, hours and menu items are subject to change.

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In the Mix O ASIAN MIX WHERE 1234 S. Beretania St. Shop A-1 (Beretania Safeway) CALL 521.1688 HOURS 10:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. daily WEBSITE hiasianmix.com

h, the choices, the choices, the choices!

With a variety of Asian cuisine on the menu, Asian Mix owner Daniel Leung is now promoting a weekly, well-sized plate option with enough choices that it would be extremely hard not to find a combination you’ll love.

This week, Asian Mix features a Salmon or Chili Shrimp Plate for $6.95.

Diners may choose from a filet of grilled salmon or chili shrimp both accompanied by another entrée choice, such as Shrimp with Broccoli or Shrimp with Choy Sum. In addition, diners also get to choose two

Salmon Plate ($6.95) Chris Fleck photo

Now taking reservations for Thanksgiving Dinner 4 or 5 Course Meals Available

Don’t forget to pre-order your DESSERTS for your HOLIDAY PARTIES!

Bistro & French Pastry FREE DEftScaSrdERpuTrchase

with gi 0 or more! of $5

739-0993 • 626-5368

3447 Waialae Ave. • jjfrenchpastry.com

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side dishes, which may include chow mein, fried rice, steamed rice, brown rice or vegetables.

“A lot of time people don’t want all starch, so we added on steamed vegetables, too,” says Leung, the former owner of Panda Cusine near Ala Moana Center.

Asian Mix likes to keep its menu fresh, so many of its entrée options, especially the Chinese specialties, will rotate on a weekly basis.

Asian Mix also offers a number of bento plates for quick and easy takeout.

Asian Mix has been open for six months and is located at the Safeway shopping center on Beretania Street.

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File photos, Leah Friel

Larry’s Bakery brings a sweet touch to your Thanksgiving with its delightful holiday pies.

Located on Lawehana Street in Salt Lake, this family-run business has it all.

Nine-inch Custard, Pumpkin/Custard and Pumpkin Pies are priced at $14.95 each, while Apple, Apricot, Peach, Pear and French Apple Pies cost $15.50 each. Also, Pumpkin Chiffon and Cranberry Chiffon are a must-try. Be sure to place orders by Nov. 15. For holiday hours and more information on Larry’s Bakery, call 422.0059.

VETERAN’S DAY SPECIAL

$5 OFF the purchase of

2 RUSTICA PIZZAS Dine-In or Take Out Only. Limit 4 pizzas. Coupon required.

Not valid with other offers/discounts. Offer valid Nov. 9–12, 2012

WARD CENTRE (Auahi Streetfront) 1200 Ala Moana 596-0066 KAILUA (Next to Boots & Kimo’s ) 151 Hekili St. 230-8400

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KITCHEN INSIDER

Il Lupino

ver wonder what goes on behind the scenes at your favorite restaurant? Well, much credit goes to the many chefs, owners and managers who work diligently day in and day out to make sure Hawaii’s diners have a top-notch dining experience.

This week, Dining Out gets the inside scoops from Il Lupino’s chef Lawrence Nakamoto, who gives us a little taste of Il Lupino and shares just what fuels his culinary drive.

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What is your favorite dish on the menu? Why? Bucatini all’Amatriciana.

I love the pancetta — it’s the finest quality, and the flavor combined with tomato sauce and garlic is awesome. Even the aroma while cooking is like a slice of heaven. I could eat it every day!

What is your favorite ingredient to work with?

Why? Fresh fish. I grew up eating a lot of sashimi, and still love it, but I also like cooking fresh fish, being able to enhance the flavor without overpowering the fish. It’s a delicate balance.

Is there a dish that you create that’s not on your menu, but available upon request? We can customize menu items such as our pizzas and pastas to our patrons’ tastes. For example, we can add meat to a vegetarian dish, or do a vegetarian version of our dishes with meat. We also feature five to seven specials every night for dinner, and offer items such as Braised Short Ribs or Pork Belly glazed with Quince to provide our guests with a delicious selection. And we just introduced our own version of the Loco Moco ($15) — made with our veal, pork and beef meatball patty and a marsala mushroom gravy — molto delizioso! You may order a mini version that is currently not on the menu for only $10.

Name Lawrence Nakamoto Title Chef at Il Lupino Training/education Graduated from Kapiolani Community College's Culinary Arts Program, and studied under two great chefs, Chef Donato Loperfido (Elua, Sapori) and Chef Nicola Sayada (Il Lupino).

Photo courtesy of Il Lupino

Who or what inspires you as a chef/manager/ owner? This may sound corny, but I just enjoy creating dishes that will make others happy. Simple as that.

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What are your culinary goals? What do you hope to improve on? I would really like to be a chef in Japan someday. I’m sansei (third generation), and have only been to Japan

four times, but it feels like home. I love it, and hope to live and work at a restaurant there — maybe even my own Italian restaurant — in the not too distant future.

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ith 13 locations islandwide, Genki Sushi has been part of local dining scenes across the state for 20 years. Along the way, many chefs have incorporated Hawaii’s favorite flavors into the restaurant chain’s ever evolving conveyor belt of 2 sushi. But with origins stemming from Japan — where the company was founded by Genroku Sushi, the first ever kaiten dining spot — Genki is ready to get back to

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Thanks to inspiration from the franchise’s headquarters in Japan, a series of sushi dishes topped with a crisp bite of salad debut in the islands.

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“It’s basically different 3 nigiri topped with red and white onions in a sesame seed oil dressing,” says director of purchasing David Moon. Kanikama Salad ($2.20), for example, features imitation crab topped with the refreshing onion medley. There’s also octopus-filled Tako Salad ($2.80) or Mushi Hotate ($3.80) made with boiled scallops that go well with the topping.

Another item rolled out by Genki’s Japanese chefs is Garlic Ika ($2.20), which presents a creamy garlic mayo sauce that’s just as silky as the fresh squid itself.

A touch of charred goodness from a blow-torch adds the perfect hint of smokiness as well.

The eatery’s Japan-inspired dishes are part of its larger goal to ensure that customers always have something fresh — be it savory or sweet — to go fishing for on its river of eats. “We’re trying to do something new every six months or so to spice it up a little bit,” says Moon.

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That’s right. You can count on Kissaten whenever you’re out and about, and if you haven’t yet visited the conveniently located Piikoi Street eatery, this week is the perfect opportunity to experience all it has to offer.

“We are participating in Restaurant Week Nov. 12-18,” notes Tada, “and will be featuring deals all day spanning the breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night menus.”

There aren’t many places where you can get great food 24 hours a day, but in addition to its savory soups, salads, sandwiches and pastas, Kissaten offers morning and overnight menus — as well as some taste-tempting specials. And as the winner of the 2012 Ilima Awards People’s Choice Best Casual Restaurant, it’s obvious there’s much to appreciate here — and that includes a couple of yummy mushroom creations that contain absolutely no meat or fish.

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Like a cold beer or glass of wine with your meal? Bring it along, as Kissaten offers free BYOB (beer and wine only, please). The eatery also has just added smoothies and ice cream to its sweet offerings, so if you haven’t stopped in for a while, this would be a cool time to do so.

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ade Dynasty Seafood Restaurant makes it a priority to satisfy its growing customer base by constantly adding new menu items, many of which are influenced by the cuisine in both China and Hong Kong.

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Jade Dynasty Seafood Restaurant, located at Hookipa Terrace on Ala Moana Center’s fourth floor, recently experienced the pride and acclaim that comes with earning a prestigious culinary award. The Escoffier Society’s Asia Pacific Region named the restaurant “Best Chinese Restaurant in Hawaii.” The Five-Star Diamond Award of Excellence was presented to Jade Dynasty in August, and comes from the prestigious culinary group that boasts a history dating back to 1936.

“It’s a great honor for us,” says general manager Gary Chan of the award. “One of the gentlemen from the Escoffier Society flew here all the way from the Asia Pacific headquarters to test out our food.”

Chan also is proud of yet another new dish to grace the Jade Dynasty menu in Deep Fried Golden Rolls ($4.50 for two). The item was introduced last month, and its popularity has grown so quickly that the tasty appetizer will soon find a permanent home on the menu. The pupu-

style dish features taro, Chinese bacon and sausage wrapped in special spring roll wrappers that are shipped to the restaurant from China. The tasty starter features a light and flaky outer layer that provides a crispy crunch without weighing diners down.

“We try to add new items every couple of weeks, so you will constantly see something new on the menu,” Chan says of the eatery that is capable of hosting up to 300 people, and he encourages customers to celebrate birthdays and special events in either the main dining room or one of the private dining areas.

Jade Dynasty recently added another new item that Dining Out readers now have an exclusive look at. Ask for Abalone Siu Mai ($4.50), and enjoy the juicy, openfaced dumpling that is topped with fresh abalone and served with a savory oyster sauce. After giving the dish a try, some diners deemed it “the best of the best.”

A dish that is appeals to a host of diners’ senses can be found in Dynasty Tea-Smoked Jumbo Shrimp ($23.95). The juicy shrimp

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are prepared in a special Mandarin soy sauce and are infused with flavors from Ti Kuan Yin tea leaves.

Customers also rave about Crispy Roast Beef ($18.95), juicy pieces of tender beef sliced perfectly to enjoy family style, and served in a sweet sesame sauce that adds a special kick to the dining experience, as does Pork Ribs in Chef’s Special Vinaigrette ($15.95).

Jade Dynasty also is taking part in Restaurant Week Hawaii, a showcase of local eateries from

Nov. 12 to 18 that supports the Culinary Institute of the Pacific at Diamond Head. During the week, diners can take advantage of a special lunch menu ($16.50 per person including tax and tip, minimum of two people, available from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.), which includes snow mountain char siu bun, signature shrimp dumplings, shrimp and chive dumplings, deep-fried golden taro rolls, stir-fried noodles Chiu Chow style and silken tofu with sweet ginger sauce.

A special dinner menu set also is available during the fund-raising week ($23.50 per person including tax and tip, minimum of two people, available from 5 to 10 p.m.) featuring crispy lettuce wrap with chicken, spinach and fish fillet soup, roasted crispy beef, Shanghai bak choy with crab meat and carrot sauce, fried rice with dried scallop and egg white, and silken tofu with sweet ginger syrup.

4. Deep Fried Golden Rolls ($4.50 for two) 5. Crispy Roast Beef ($18.95) 6. Tea-smoked Jumbo Shrimp ($23.95)

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old Pagoda, but it still has its relaxing, ith its tranquil dining setting welcoming ambiance. against a backdrop of a water“We wanted to keep the same kind of fall and a koi pond, Pagoda local feel,” Takemura says. “We want it to Restaurant has got to be one of the best be comfortable and fresh — places in town when you’re we really brought it up to looking for a little escape. The date. It’s more modern — restaurant has been serving up Pagoda from the furniture to the cara mix of Asian and local cui- Restaurant pet to the décor. We changed sine since the 1960s, and has 1525 Rycroft St., all of that.” long been a favorite among Honolulu As a perfect complement to locals and visitors alike. the newly minted bar, Pagoda While there certainly is 948.8356 also has added a pupu menu, much history to be admired at which will be available seven Pagoda, there’s also a lot of Breakfast: nights a week from 3 p.m. to new things to enjoy. Last week, Monday-Friday closing. Happy hour will be the restaurant completed a set 6:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; from 3 to 6 p.m. of renovations — which has Saturday-Sunday Despite these changes, culminated in what executive 6:30 a.m.-1 p.m. longtime customers will still chef and general manager Lunch: find Pagoda’s classic dishes Jason Takemura says is a Monday-Friday on the menu. Breakfast and “complete makeover.” A new 11 a.m.-2 p.m. lunch are served a la carte, layout of the restaurant and Brunch Buffet: daily and Monday-Friday, brand new bar area are among Saturday-Sunday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. respectively. the renovations.

Some tasty a la carte items Pagoda opened its doors Dinner Buffet: include Banana Pancakes again Thursday after being Wednesday-Sunday ($11) and Eggs Benedict closed for six weeks for con- 5-9:30 p.m. ($12), which is served with struction. It won’t look like the

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agoda Restaurant has been a go-to hot spot for local food for decades since it first opened in the 1960s.

Executive chef and general manager Jason Takemura took the helm at the restaurant less than two years ago, and is already making some bold changes.

Takemura grew up cooking at home, and his love for the restaurant industry was solidified during his first job in the kitchen.

“I fell in love with working in a restaurant immediately — just working through the rush,” he explains.

He worked his way up to kitchen manager before moving to another restaurant where he honed his sushi skills.

“I finally decided that this is what I want to do for the rest of my career, and I decided to get up and move to the Mainland and go to culinary school,” Takemura says.

Now at Pagoda, Takemura says it’s been “so far, so good.”

“We are trying to make a lot of changes to bring Pagoda back to the status it once had. This used to be the place where all the locals came,” says Takemura, adding that he grew up visiting the restaurant.

That, in part, is why Pagoda has decided to renovate — which Takemura says will add a modern feel.

In addition to the renovations, Pagoda also recently started increasing its use of local products — a practice the Takemura has really tried to stress since taking over. Takemura and other Pagoda staffers go to the farmers market regularly to pick up the freshest fruits and vegetables.

“The quality is better,” he says. “The local products are better, and it’s fresher.

“Now we are using fresh, local fish and fresh, local vegetables. Some of our meats are Big Island beef,” Takemura says. “We are trying to tie in these things to have this be truly more of a local place.”

chewonthis your choice of potatoes, hash browns, rice or toast. Another must-try a la carte item is Ahi Katsu Salad ($12), which features ahi on a bed of Nalo greens, avocado and tomatoes.

One of the most popular a la carte items is Mr. Park’s Oxtail Ramen ($12), which features braised oxtail with ramen noodles and vegetables. And don’t miss Pastrami Reuben ($12), one of Pagoda’s signature dishes that utilizes Big Island beef.

“We brine it in house for about 12-14 days and we smoke it in house as well,” Takemura says.

Pagoda Restaurant also offers a brunch buffet priced at $27.95

Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and a buffet dinner for $32.95 Wednesday-Sunday from 5 to 9:30 p.m.

Brunch buffet options include a Waffle Station with Assorted Toppings and Poached Eggs Florentine. Popular dinner buffet choices include Roasted Garlic Rub Prime Rib, Snow Crab Legs and Vegetable Tempura.

Pagoda also offers special buffets on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Contact Christina O’Connor at diningout@staradvertiser.com

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Make it an M experience

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Nightclub moves to its own beat as a multipurpose and versatile restaurant, nightclub and venue. Located at Waterfront Plaza on Ala Moana Boulevard, M Nightclub’s contemporary atmosphere welcomes a variety of guests who are encouraged to create their own memories here.

According to general manager Dan Punch, the events and crowds change nightly, making for an eclectic experience.

Yet, he also notes that M Nightclub is renowned for its handcrafted cuisine as well.

Kawika Cahill serves as executive chef, and has been here since day one. He’s previously worked for Roy’s Michel’s and Sorento’s, to name a few.

“We serve Pacific Rim upscale bar food at M, and you can’t beat our happy hour prices — they’re very reasonable,” he says.

Happy hour runs from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and the menu is impressive, to say the least. Cahill shares with Dining Out two most prized items on the menu: Grilled Sliced Garlic Rib Eye Steak (market price) and Crab and Artichoke Dip ($12 regular price, $6 during happy hour).

“With the steak you really get more bang for your buck,” Cahill says of this appetizer, which features an 8-ounce choice cut rib eye steak, thinly sliced and cooked to perfection. It’s accompanied by Bordello roasted mushrooms and sauteed Maui onions drizzled with a kabayaki sauce to bring forth a hint of sweetness.

Crab and Artichoke Dip also is equally delicious, and presents diners with a rich dip showcasing a medley of blue crab, artichoke hearts and

Crab and Artichoke Dip ($12 regular price, $6 during happy hour) Grilled Sliced Garlic Rib Eye Steak (market price) Leah Friel photos

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sweet Maui onions blended with mayonnaise, and topped with fresh Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley. Slices of French baguette also adorn the plate and pair wonderfully with the dip.

“Many don’t know that M cuisine also is served at Row Bar (located at Waterfront Plaza) from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Tuesday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Row Bar has its own separate menu, but I prepare the food as well,” Cahill explains, adding that from 11 p.m. to 4 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays, guests like to hit up the hot dog stand on the premises.

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1 Million’s delicious Kim Chee assortment 2 Japengo’s Kim Chee Edamame Mash ($8) Lawrence Tabudlo photo 3 Asahi Grill’s Kim Chee Ramen ($6.75)

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chee is described as “authentically Korean” doesn’t mean that you’ll be chugging down glasses of water with your mouth on fire. Paik assures that the kim chee isn’t too spicy. It’s all relative, to say the least, but hey, why not spice things up a bit?

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Japengo Enter into a world of Pacific Rim cuisine at Japengo within Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa, and executive chef Sven Ullrich makes it known that this is not your average spot for a “fusion” of flavors.

Instead, he keeps it pure and simple by presenting specific types of exotic tastes from certain regions, and makes it a point to not steer away from that responsibility.

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So, journey in to Waikiki and make a night out of it at Japengo — open nightly from 5:30 to 10 p.m. — where Japengo Kim Chee Edamame Potato Mash ($8) is an absolute must-try.

“It stays true to Japengo’s sophisticated cuisine that highlights the wonderful array of flavors from the Pacific Rim,” says Laura Van Sciver, director of marketing communications for the resort.

And you’re in for a treat this time around as the dish features Yukon Gold Potatoes and zesty kim chee edamame blended with just the right amount of butter and seasonings.

According to chef Ullrich, the dish has perfect garlic undertones, making it an unforgettable one to the palate.

Step it up this Thanksgiving: Sure, traditional mashed potatoes are a mainstay, but trust me, it’s Japengo’s Kim Chee Edamame Potato Mash that will have people talking for a very long time.

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Asahi Grill Say “Ahhh” as you take in the glorious flavors of Asahi Grill. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Asahi Grill, located on Ward Avenue, is always packed with locals and visitors who want to experience top-notch local fare. Renowned for its oxtail soup, Asahi Grill also boasts other hot items — literally — on its menu including Kim Chee Ramen and Kim Chee Fried Rice — two of my top picks, by the way.

Priced at $6.75, Kim Chee Ramen serves up a bowl of shoyu ramen kicked up a notch with a mound of homemade kim chee, tender pieces of char siu, morsels of fish cake and a dash of green onions. Then, for $5.75

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(small) or $7.25 (regular), get ready to indulge in Kim Chee Fried Rice with two eggs (small comes with one egg) cooked to your liking. The base of this onolicious dish is Asahi Grill’s famous fried rice, which consists of chopped Portuguese sausage, green onions, a drizzle of shoyu and more, mixed with a hefty amount of kim chee.

“Kim Chee Fried Rice has been a longtime favorite of Asahi Grill,” says restaurant manager Victoria Sayno.

“We make our own kim chee twice a month and add garlic, kim chee sauce, hot pepper and salt to the cabbage. It’s really good.”

Are you a kim chee fanatic? If so, you’ll be pleased to know that Asahi Grill’s kim chee also is available a la carte as a side dish for $2.25.

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A Portgual native, owner Trigo Da Silva will be participating in the colonial tradition and infusing his own flavorful flair with Turkey Vinho D’Alhos ($20 for two people, reservations recommended, coupons not accepted) for a limited 10 days from Nov. 14 to 24. Served family-style, like a Thanksgiving meal, vinho d'alhos is a type of marinade that includes garlic, wine and vinegar.

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Traditionally served with pork, fish or chicken, Adega will be modifying it for the holidays. “We want to talk about the vinho d’alhos on the turkey because of the season,” shares Da Silva.

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the Thanksgiving special, partake in any number of culturallyinspired events that regularly take place at Adega (visit the website for more information). And for those who would like to experience authentic Brazilian cuisine, make your reservations for Fridays and Sundays.

The restaurant, open since March, continues to do what it does best.

“Customers should expect authentic Portuguese and Brazilian food,” says Da Silva.

And don’t forget about the daily lunch buffet ($12.95) is offered from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. to guarantee you get your Adega-fix; because trust me, you’ll be hooked.

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Napoleon’s Bakery

2752 Woodlawn Dr. Manoa Marketplace 988-4310

343 Saratoga Road 923-EGGS (3447)

Alcohol Served

$ 00

4369 Lawehana St. (across Target in Salt Lake) 422-0059

Fendu Boulangerie

451 Piikoi St 538-EGGS (3447)

After Midnight

Larry’s Bakery

2005 Kalia Road Hilton Hawaiian Village (Ali‘i Tower) 949-4321

BAKERY

Eggs n’ Things Ala Moana

Dinner

Tropics Bar & Grill

BYOB 88 Piikoi St., Honolulu 593-1200 • kissatencafe.com

Live Oyster Bar ONE DOZEN OYSTERS $ 99

19

Reg $28

Offer expires 11/15/12

Not combinable with other offers/discounts.

3441 WAIALAE AVE

OPEN DAILY 11 AM - 12 AM

Panda Cuisine Specializing in Fresh Seafood Limited Time Only

Special Live Abalone King Clam

780-3115

DIM SUM LUNCH

525-8585 Monday-Sunday 10:30am to 9:00pm 1055 Alakea Street FREE PARKING Mon-Fri after 5pm & All Day Sat & Sun www.themandalayhawaii.com

DINNER BUFFET 5:00PM & 7:00PM

featuring… a variety of Hong Kong Style Dim Sum

featuring…Turkey w/ Chinese Stuffing

• Turkey • Pork Hash • Mochi Rice in Lotus Leaf • Fried Shrimp Puff • Egg Drop Soup • Sauteed Eggplant • Egg Custard Tarts • Fresh Fruits & more

• Roast Pig • Peking Duck w/ Buns • Salt & Pepper Shrimp • Shrimp Cocktail • Char Siu Gon Lo Mein • Pumpkin Tarts • Haupia Gelatin Cake & more

Adults $21.99 • Senior (60+) $17.99 Children (3-12) $13.99

Adults $25.99 • Senior (60+) $19.99 Children (3-12) $15.99

November Special $4.99 House Special Vietnamese Chicken Salad

Offer valid on dine-in orders only. Must present coupon.

Cannot be combined with other offers or coupons. Exp 11/30/12

1223 N. School St.

848-5573

Military w/ID receive 10% OFF

2012

facebook.com/phomylienhawaii

FIRST PLACE

WESTRIDGE SHOPPING CENTER • 488-4900 (Next to Makino Chaya) 98-150 Kaonohi St., Aiea Mon-Sat 10am-10pm • Sun 10am-8pm

8.28*

fast food

25¢ from each Vic Pac sold will be donated to the Shane Victorino Foundation. *Restaurant Price: Vic Pac $9.38. Prices slightly higher at Zippy’s Kahului. Offer valid through 12/31/12 for Vic Pac. Cannot be combined with any other promotional offers, coupons or discount cards. While supplies last. Sorry, no substitutions. Other restrictions may apply.

2 0 | D I N I N G O U T | N O V . 1 1 - 1 7, 2 0 1 2

947-1688

Home of the Famous Garlic Chicken

Vic Pac $

1 Doz.

MITSU-KEN

B U F F E TS

BUFFET 10:30AM & 12:30PM

19.99

641 KEEAUMOKU ST. OPEN DAILY 11AM - 1AM

come join us…

THURSDAY, NOV. 22nd

LIVE OYSTERS

*Prices slightly higher at Kahului. Some restrictions may apply.

Breakfast • Lunch Catering • Okazu Tues-Sat 5:00am-1:00pm Sun-Mon Closed

WHERE TO DINE CAFE

BUFFET 930 McCully St. 951-0511 • 951-0611

Cafe Central 999 Bishop Street First Hawaiian Bank Building Lobby 306-9284

Grand Opening • Under New Management!

1699

449 Kapahulu Ave. 735-5544

923 Keeaumoku St. 955-3388

590 Farrington Hwy. 692-9880

Golden Palace Seafood Restaurant

Jade Dynasty Seafood Restaurant

Asian Mix

Korean Hibiscus BBQ

Reservations receive 10% OFF! Take out orders receive 15% OFF!

946-8833 or 230-8866

Special Valid Sun 11/11 – Sat 11/17

Bento • Take-Out • Mix Plate • Catering

FREE 4 PCS. Mandoo* with purchase of regular plate *Cannot be combined with any other offers. Expires 11/22/12.

Kaimuki Shopping Center 734-8232 (Lower Level) Formerly in Aina Haina Shopping Center

✁

1110 McCully St (corner of McCully & Young) Open daily 10:30AM-9:30PM

Ala Moana Center •1450 Ala Moana Blvd.

4th Floor - Ho’okipa Terrace 947-8818

111 N. King St. 521-8268

Dine in only from 5-9:30PM Steamed or Fried Rice • Tofu Soup or Hot & Sour Soup Egg Roll or Salad • Half Lobster (garlic or black bean) Choice of Entrée (chicken, beef, pork or veggie) Dessert of the Day

Ho Ho Chinese Cuisine

Canton Seafood Restaurant

88 Piikoi St. 593-1200

98-150 Kaonohi St. 486-5100

Hee Hing Restaurant

CHINESE

Kissaten

Royal Hawaiian Center, Bldg C, Level 3.

380-9300

$

94-1068 Ka Uka Blvd.

677-7744

Market City Shopping Center 2919 Kapiolani Blvd 735-3888

Five Star International Buffet

3553 Waialae Ave. 738-8666

A Catered Experience

Anytime Cafe

Camellia Buffet

Makino Chaya

Happy Day Chinese Restaurant

CATERERS

hiasianmix.com 1234 South Beretania St Shop A-1 (below Safeway Beretania)

521-1688

OPEN DAILY 10:30am-8:30pm

SATURDAY & SUNDAY ONLY th th November 10 th & 11 th

Eggs 'n Things Ala Moana Eggs 'n Things Saratoga

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Early Riser 99¢ (just like 1974!) from 6:00 AM - 7:30 AM Take-out not available for this special.

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OAHU:

ALA MOANA 942-9102 AINA HAINA 373-4033 EWA TOWN CENTER 683-1003 KANEOHE 247-9595 KAPAHULU 735-7700 KAPOLEI 674-4227 WAIAU 485-0227 WAIKELE 678-3180 WARD CENTER 591-5600

OUTER ISLANDS:

FREE Eggs ‘n Things Beach Bag Available only at Eggs ‘N Things Ala Moana

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Early Riser 99¢ (just like 1974!) from 6:00 AM - 7:30 AM Take-out not available for this special.

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538-EGGS (3447) www.eggsnthings.com

(808) 327-6776 (808) 632-2450 (808) 661-0333 (808) 873-7776

Proud recipient of:

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SERVING LUNCH & DINNER • TAKE-OUT AVAILABLE D I N I N G O U T | N O V . 1 1 - 1 7, 2 0 1 2 | 2 1

WHERE TO DINE Little Village Noodle House 1113 Smith St. 545-3008

Nice Day Chinese Seafood Restaurant

Royal Garden Chinese Restaurant

Liliha Square, 524-1628

Ala Moana Hotel, 3rd Floor 410 Atkinson Drive 942-7788

Panda Cuisine

Seafood Village

641 Keeaumoku St. 947-1688

Street Level, 2424 Kalakaua Ave., #102 971-1818

Lung Fung Chinese Restaurant 5724 Kalanianaole Hwy. 377-5566

Big City Diner

Mandalay (The) 1055 Alakea St. 525-8585

ON ON At McCully 1110 McCully St. (Corner of McCully & Young) 946-8833 or 230-8866

Maple Garden 909 Isenberg Street 941-6641

Asian Mix 1234 South Beretania St. 521-1688

THANKSGIVING BUFFET Thursday, November 22 3:30 - 7:00 pm MENU HIGHLIGHTS

Mesclun of Greens Oysters on the Half Shell Assorted Poke Green Bean Salad Curried Chicken Salad Potato & Bay Shrimp Salad Asian Slaw with Salmon Baked Ham with Pineapple Rum Raisin Sauce Teriyaki Miso Glazed Salmon, Yuzu Butter Sauce Roast Turkey, Natural Gravy Oyster Stuffing Southern Style Candied Yams Carving: Roast Prime Rib of Beef Dessert Favorites

$46.00 adults $18.00 children 3-10 years old *Ala carte menu not available

ON THE RISE

3660 Waialae Ave. • 737-1177 www.3660.com

Kailua 263-8880 Kaimuki 738-8855 Pearlridge East 487-8188 Waipio 678-8868 Ward Center 591-8891

FAMILY DINING Asahi Grill Ward 515 Ward Ave. 593-2800

Henry Loui’s 2850 Paa St. 833-3728

BOUNTY Y theof SEVEN SEAS AS AS SEAFOOD BUFFET

Friday & Saturday 5:30 – 9:30 pm For Reservations

739-8760

AT

THE KAHALA

HOTEL & RESORT www.kahalaresort.com

Thanksgiving Complete Meals to Go! Complete meals for both Turkey or Ham from our oven to your table - ready to serve!

Entree Slow Roasted Tom Turkey with Hawaiian Sweet Bread, Macadamia Nut Stuffing, Guava Cranberry Sauce, Kahuku Corn and Applewood Smoked Bacon Mashed Potatoes, Homemade Country Gravy and Candied Yams

Dessert Pumpkin Bread Pudding with Cinnamon Créme Anglaise

A complete Meal for 6-8

Honey Glazed Roasted Turkey (9-11 lb) Stuffed with Mochi Rice ..........$249.95

The Following Turkey Pickup Times are Sold Out Honey Glazed Ham - bone in (9-11 lb) 10am, 10:30am, 12noon & 4:30pm Mochi Rice On Side ................

Meals incl. salad, pupu platter, giblet gravy, cranberry compote, dinner rolls & dessert

$259.95

Featured Wine Beaujolais Villages Georges Duboeuf '11 6 oz carafe $9.50, 9 oz carafe $14.50, Bottle $38.00 Aromas of ripe berry fruit with soft tannins, contributing to a smooth, silky texture. A perfect pairing with turkey.

Adults $32.95 | Keiki $12.95 Regular Dinner Menu Available

Order now to avoid disappointment

Call 597-8880 Mon - Fri 10am - 5pm Email us at sales@panyagroup.com 2 2 | D I N I N G O U T | N O V . 1 1 - 1 7, 2 0 1 2

OCEAN FRONT DINING • VALET PARKING AVAILABLE OUTRIGGER REEF ON THE BEACH • 2169 KALIA RD. • 923–2277

www.oceanhousewaikiki.com

WHERE TO DINE Sam Choy’s BLC

Tony Roma’s

739-0993

Moanalua Shopping Center 930 Valkenburgh St., #205 423-8228

580 N. Nimitz Hwy. 545-7979

WAIKIKI 1972 Kalakaua Ave. • 942-2121 AIEA 98-150 Kaonohi St. • 487-9911

Kenny’s Restaurant

Pagoda

Shiro’s Saimin Haven

Loco Moco

JJ Bistro & French Pastry 3447 Waialae Ave.

1620 N. School St. 841-0931

1525 Rycroft St. 948-8356

Kenny’s Hawaiian BBQ

Panya Bistro • Bakery • Bar

nd

Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, 2 floor 922-3333

Ala Moana Center, Mauka - Mall Level 946-6388

Kit N Kitchen

WAIMALU 98-020 Kam Hwy. • 488-8824 WAIPAHU 94-256 Waipahu Depot St. • 676-2088 EWA BEACH SHOPPING CENTER 91-919 Fort Weaver Rd. • 689-0999

Wailana Coffee House

Shore Bird Restaurant

Willows (The)

Restaurant Epic

1010 University Avenue 942-7622

Outrigger Reef on the Beach 922-2887

1131 Nuuanu Ave. 587-7877

Special Economy Holiday Menu

Open $138 for 10 people Chicken with Corn Soup Thanksgiving Day! Fried Crispy Whole Chicken Honey Walnut Shrimp Salt & Pepper Pork Chop w/ Tofu Steamed Fish Filet w/ Ginger Onion Honey Shanghai Cabbage w/ Meat Sauce Beef Noodle w/ Veggies Walnut Shrimp $$7.95 Steamed Rice (reg $13.95) Dine-in/Take-out available.

Cannot combine with other discounts or specials

Open Thanksgiving Day Call In Your Orders Today!

Pearlridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .483-6805 Moiliili . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .951-5696 (KOZO) Kahala Mall . . . . . . . . .738-5696 (KOZO) Pearl City by Wal-Mart . . .455-6805

*with 1 reg. priced entree.

Cannot combine with other discounts or specials

377-5555 or 377-5566

Lungfunghawaii.com • Open Daily 11am-9pm 5724 Kalanianaole Hwy • Niu Valley Shopping Ctr. LOTS OF FREE PARKING | Dine-in/Take-out available daily.

WWW.KOZOSUSHIHAWAII.NET

1860 Ala Moana Blvd.

955-1764

901 Hausten St. 952-9200

Moanalua Shopping Center

OFF 20% Party Pans OVER 26 CHOICES!

From Mochiko Chicken to BBQ Shortribs Open Daily 8am-9pm • 930 Valkenburgh St. #205 • 423-8228 expires 11/30/12

Hyatt Regency Resort & Spa • Street Level • 2424 Kalakaua Ave., Ewa Tower • 971-1818 www.seafoodvillagehawaii.com • $3 Self Park Validation

$24.95 KAMA‘AINA DINNER per person (4 people min)

• DUCK SALAD W/ ORIENTAL DRESSING • SHRIMP & SCALLOP WRAPPED IN BACON • LIVE DUNGENESS CRAB - COUNTRY STYLE • HONEY GLAZED WALNUT SHRIMP • ROASTED PEKING DUCK • SAUTÉED SEASONAL VEGETABLE • CHEF SO’S HOUSE FRIED RICE • DESSERT- MANGO PUDDING

10% OFF KAMA‘AINA DISCOUNT

‘Tis better to give and receive

with valid Hawaii I.D. Not valid with other offers, food only. Please present ad at time of ordering.

For each $25 gift card purchased now through December 31st, receive a complimentary $5 bonus card.

SPECIALS NOT VALID ON HOLIDAYS . ADVANCE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

Help us support the Hawaii Food Bank

98-150 Kaonohi St. • Tel: 486-5100

Bonus card valid 1/1/2013 to 2/28/2013. ** Limit one per customer.

*Menu and prices subject to change. *Dinner Menu Only.

LUNCH: Monday – Friday

Saturday & Sunday

DINNER: Monday – Friday

Saturday & Sunday

When purchasing your gift cards, bring in a non-perishable food donation for the Hawaii Food Bank and receive a special gift from Romano’s Macaroni Grill.**

$10.98 $18.98 $24.98 $26.98

CHILDREN 12 & UNDER 4-5 feet 3-4 feet 3 feet & under

50% OFF 75% OFF FREE

SENIOR SPECIAL! 55+ KAMA‘AINA SPECIAL! LUNCH & LUNCH & DINNER DINNER

30% OFF

Not combinable with other discounts. 55 or older w/ coupon & ID. No online or photo-copied coupons.One coupon per person. Discounts off regular adult price. Excluding Holidays. Expires 11/16/12.

20% OFF

One coupon per person. Must have valid ID. Not combinable with other discounts. Discounts off regular adult price. No online or photo-copied coupons.

Must purchase beverage. Not valid on Holidays. Expires 11/16/12.

Ala Moana Center Ho‘okipa Terrace s 808.356.8300

Queens’ MarketPlace Waikoloa Beach Resort

808.443.5515

www.macaronigrill.com D I N I N G O U T | N O V . 1 1 - 1 7, 2 0 1 2 | 2 3

WHERE TO DINE Zippy’s Call the one nearest you

Bali Steak & Seafood

Plumeria Beach House

Hilton Hawaiian Village (Rainbow Tower) 2005 Kalia Road 949-4321

The Kahala Hotel & Resort, Beach Level 5000 Kahala Ave. 739-8760

FRENCH Brasserie Du Vin 1115 Bethel St. 545-1115

FILIPINO

Chai’s Island Bistro

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

Aloha Tower Marketplace 585-0011

Max’s Of Manila

Restaurant Row 599-3860 Waikiki Beach Walk 440-7910

94-300 Farrington Hwy 801 Dillingham Blvd.

951-6297

Hoku’s

Stage Restaurant

The Kahala Hotel & Resort, Lobby Level 5000 Kahala Ave. 739-8760

FINE DINING Fifty Three By The Sea

1250 Kapiolani Blvd.

237-5429

Roast Turkey Feast

Pork Tofu simmered in our special broth...

Delicious!

Il Lupino Royal Hawaiian Center 922-3400

Waikiki Business Plaza 2270 Kalakaua Ave. 923-3877

2440 Kuhio Ave. 922-5555

Try Our Tasty PORK TOFU!

ITALIAN

Top of Waikiki

Hy’s Steak House

53 Ahui Street 536-5353

Fine Dining Burgundy 1006 Kapahulu Ave. 739-5000

Voted Best Thai in Hawaii 15% OFF Take Out Coupon required. Not combinable with other offers. Expires 11/16/12

$92.95

THAI CUISINE

Sun-Thu 8am-10pm • Fri-Sat til 11pm Okazuya open daily from 8am

SEKIYA’S RESTAURANT & DELICATESSEN

SERVING HAWAII SINCE 1977...

Serving Hawaii for 77 Years!

Dinner 5:00pm - Closing

Reheating instructions for fixings included.

2746 Kaimuki Ave www.SekiyasRestaurant.com

732-1656

ACROSS KAIMUKI H.S.

2012

Order at www.acateredexperience.com or call 677-7744 Pick up on Thanksgiving Day, 8:30am - 2:00pm at the Hawaii Okinawa Center parking lot, 94-587 Ukee St.

2028 Kuhio Avenue Walking distance from all Waikiki Hotels

tel. 951-9355 www.keosthaicuisine.com

@ WARD

SO ONO!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Take-Out Turkey Meals 515 WARD AVE.

593-2800

Since 1944

Herb Crusted Roast Turkey, Cranberry/Orange Sauce, Savory Turkey Gravy, Taro Rolls, Corn Chowder, Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Smoked Bacon and Spinach Stuffing, Pumpkin or Custard Pie.

901 Hausten Street (808) 952-9200 www.willowshawaii.com

50% OFF

KOREAN CUISINE • LUNCH $17.95 10:30AM - 2:30PM • DINNER $25.95 2:30PM-10PM

159 99

$

SUN-THURS 6:30AM-10PM • FRI-SAT 6:30AM-11PM

Peking Duck

25

$

Now Reg. $50

KAL BI, SIRLOIN, CHICKEN, SPICY PORK, FRESH SHRIMP *DISCOUNT EXCLUDES ALL BEVERAGES WITH THIS AD. EXP. 11/30/12.

930 McCully St. • 951-0511/951-0611

• PRIVATE PARTY ROOM • CONVENIENT PARKING

2 4 | D I N I N G O U T | N O V . 1 1 - 1 7, 2 0 1 2

Please present ad upon ordering.

Dine-In only. Cannot be combined with any other offer or special.

Pre-Order Peking Duck. Coupon valid for up to 3 tables. Expires 12/31/12.

AT ALA MOANA HOTEL • 410 ATKINSON DRIVE • 942-7788

WHERE TO DINE Genki Sushi

Taormina-Sicilian Cuisine

Inferno’s Wood Fire Pizza

227 Lewers St. 926-5050

Ward Center (Next to Ryan’s Grill) 1200 Ala Moana Blvd.

375-1200

Paesano Ristorante Italiano

Z Pizza

Waimalu Shopping Plaza 98-1277 Kaahumanu St. (across from Safeway) 485-8883 Manoa Marketplace 2752 Woodlawn Drive 988-5923

Ward Centre Auahi St. Shops 596-0066 Kailua 151 Hekili St. 230-8400

Ichiriki AIEA 98-150 Kaonohi St. 484-2222 HONOLULU 510 Piikoi St. 589-2299

Gyu-Kaku

Blue Hawaii Sushi

Ala Moana Center Hookipa Terrace 356-8300

Chinese Cultural Plaza 536-3035

WINDWARD MALL 46-056 Kamehameha Hwy F1 922-5511 KAPIOLANI - 1221 Kapiolani Blvd., #105 589-2989 WAIKIKI - 307 Lewers St. 926-2989

JAPANESE Romanos Macaroni Grill

Hifumi Japanese Restaurant

Aina Haina 373-4033 Ala Moana 942-9102 Ewa Town Center 683-1003 Kaneohe 247-9595 Kapahulu 735-7700 Kapolei Commons 674-4227 Waiau 485-0227 Waikele Center 678-3180 Ward Center 591-5600

1140 Kuala St., Pearl City Across Wal-Mart 456-2128

Kobe Japanese Steak House 1841 Ala Moana Blvd.

941-4444

Thanksgiving BIG MEAL TO-GO

49TH ANNIVERSARY MENU FOR TEN

PRE-ORDER NOW!

Limited Amount Available Fresh Roasted 1/2 Turkey (5-6 lbs. Cooked) Portuguese Sausage Stuffing Our Famous Garlic Smashed Potatoes Chef’s Homemade Giblet Gravy Baked Cane Sugar Cinnamon Sweet Potatoes Cranberry Maui Pineapple Relish Macadamia Nut Pumpkin Crunch

KAILUA 263-8880 PEARLRIDGE 487-8188 WAIPIO 678-8868 www.bigcitydinerhawaii.com Find us on Facebook & Twitter

Pre-Order & Pick Up Only at Kailua, Waipio & Pearlridge Locations

801 Dillingham Blvd. (next to Costco Iwilei) Honolulu Hawaii 96817

Jus’

55

$

10am to 3pm Adults: $25.00 Children: $13.50

Waipahu Shopping Plaza 94-300 Farrington Hwy., Suite F-1 Waipahu, Hawaii 96797

99 www.maxschicken.com

(10 and under)

Regular Menu available 10am–8pm

Cuisine of the Philippines

951-MAXS (6297)

$1 OFF Any Bread Must present coupon • exp. 11/15/12 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

Ciabatta Rustic Kalamata Olive Bread Sundried Tomato Cheesebread Foccacia Derecco Walnut Raisin Hamakua Farms Mushroom Bread Buckwheat Fig

“All Natural no added chemicals”

BENTO $11.95 Reg. $15.95

CHOICE of TWO:

2752 Woodlawn Dr. • Manoa Marketplace

Mon-Sat 7:30am-7pm; Sunday 7:30am-3pm

SHRIMP JUMBO SHRIMP SPECIAL SPECIAL $12.95 $9.25

• (2) Big Shrimp & (2) Veg. Tempura Reg. $11.95 • Chicken Katsu or Chicken Kagaage • (3) Big Shrimp • Chicken, Beef or Pork Teriyaki • (4) Veg. Tempura • Miso Butterfish • Tsukemono • Grilled Salmon • Miso Soup & Rice INCLUDES: MISO SOUP, TOFU, GYOZA, SALAD & TEA • Tea OPEN TUE-SUN LUNCH

988-4310

11A.M. till Midnight Complete Dinners Served

1375 $1625 $1475

Thanksgiving $ Turkey w/ Ham The American N.Y. Steak Seafood Continental

Dinners include: All-You-Can-Eat Salad Bar, Corn on the Cob, Pumpkin Pie & more!

purchases over $4

DAILY BREAD SPECIALS

Thursday, November 22, 2012

• (3) Jumbo

Shrimp • (4) Veg. Tempura • Tsukemono • Miso Soup & Rice • Tea

11AM-2PM, DINNER 5-8:30PM • Closed Monday Lunch & Dinner

100 N. Beretania Street #113 (Parking inside Chinese Cultural Plaza)

536-3035

BREAKFAST SPECIAL Eggs Benedict Royal

1050

$

Chinese Chicken Salad • Wintermelon Goji Berry Soup • Hong Kong Crisp Chicken Sizzling French Style Steak • Pepper Salt Shrimp Sauteed Fish Fillet with Ginger Scallions Garlic Baby Island Bok Choy • Braised E Mein

$149 Table of 10 (reg. $199)** Limit one table per day.

49 ANNIVERSARY MENU FOR FOUR TH

Chinese Chicken Salad • Wintermelon Goji Berry Soup • Hong Kong Crisp Chicken Sizzling French Style Steak • Sauteed Fish Fillet with Ginger Scallions • Garlic Baby Island Bok Choy

$49 Table of 4 (reg. $65)** Limit one table per day. $

4.95 MAINE LOBSTER, 16oz.

**with purchase of 3 regular price entrees

THANKSGIVING AT HEE HING Turkey, Dim Sum BRUNCH BUFFET Adults $23.95 Seniors $22.95 Kekis $11.95

Turkey, Prime Rib, Seafood DINNER BUFFET Adults $27.95 Seniors $26.95 Kekis $14.95

Turkey-to-Go Dinner $119 ** Specials expire on 11/22/12

735-5544

955-1764

Open 24 Hours 1860 Ala Moana Blvd. Validated Parking

449 KAPAHULU AVE., STE 101 www.HeeHingHawaii.com

Plan Your Next Special Event at Brasserie

Du Vin

Elegant, Informal Dining

HAPPY HOUR

Kobe Beef $ Shabu Shabu

Flexible Reception, Lunch, Brunch & Dinner Menus. Perfect for Weddings, Birthday, Office & Holiday Parties.

545-1115 1115 Bethel Street www.brasserieduvin.com

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Visit stores for more items!

Piikoi St. 2-6pm & 9:30-close

16

95

** while supplies last **

Aiea 4-6pm & 9:30-close

TWO GREAT LOCATIONS! AIEA • 484-2222 HONOLULU • 589-2299 98-150 Kaonohi St. 510 Piikoi St. D I N I N G O U T | N O V . 1 1 - 1 7, 2 0 1 2 | 2 5

WHERE TO DINE Kozo Sushi

Sushi King

Sekiya’s Restaurant & Delicatessen

Kahala Mall • 738-KOZO Keeaumoku • 946-KOZO Moiliili • 951-KOZO Pearlridge • 483-6805 Pearl City • 455-6805

Korean Hibiscus BBQ

2700 S. King St. 947-2836

2746 Kaimuki Avenue 732-1656

Kaimuki Shopping Center 3221 Waialae Avenue 734-8282

Tanaka of Tokyo Sumo Ramen

EAST, in King’s Village 922-4233 CENTRAL, in Waikiki Shopping Plaza 922-4702 WEST, in Ala Moana Cntr-Hookipa Terrace 945-3443

Kaneohe 234-6868 Kapolei 693-8808 Market City 737-1868 Kamehameha Shp Cntr 848-8186 Pearl Highlands Cntr 456-8082 99 Ranch Mapunapuna 833-3139

Odoriko Japanese Restaurant 2400 Koa Ave. 923-7368

MEXICAN

KOREAN

Restaurant Suntory Royal Hawaiian Shpg Cntr, 3rd Flr. 922-5511

Sushi Company

Yakiniku Million 626 Sheridan St. 596-0799

Wahoo’s Fish Taco Kahala • 4614 Kilauea Ave. 732-9229 Ward • 940 Auahi St. 591-1646

Red House In Honolulu

1111 McCully Street 947-5411

835 Keeaumoku St. #I-101 B 944-0088

$1 OFF

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL $15.95 Complete Dinner

Pumpkin Pie Latte

New Hours 5:30 - 6:45pm

November 14 - 24 for 2 people

$

(hot or iced, between 1-5PM)

$11.45 Complete Lunch

Satisfy your craving for a holiday treat with our Pumpkin Pie Latte, topped with homemade whipped cream and a touch of cinnamon. Exp 11-15-12

& after 10:30 p.m.

Sapporo & Kirin (large) $5.75 after 10:30pm

999 Bishop St. (First Hawaiian Bank Building) Monday–Friday 6AM–5PM

Sorry, we cannot accept Hot Deals or any other discounts/coupons at this event.

Daily Lunch Buffet - $1299 11:30am-2:30pm

306-9284

566-5909

Best “Japanese Style” Shabu Shabu in Hawaii

Shabu Shabu or any Sukiyaki Set

947-2836

5% OFF

Hong Kong Dim Sum & Regular Menu Items

Lobster

1299

$

with purchase of Full Price Entree Valid 5-10:30pm

Nice Day Chinese Seafood Restaurant Liliha Square by Times Supermarket

524-1628

Celebrating 11 Years!

Dim Sum Take Out Special! 8am-11:30am

Lobster $1299 with purchase of Full Price Entree Valid 5-10:30pm

10% OFF(Charge) • 15% OFF(Cash)

3553 Waialae Avenue

738-8666

1

Ala Moana Center Tel: 947-8818

Our hearts and prayers go out to everyone affected by Hurricane Sandy.

We banded together to help Japan most recently, Let’s show our aloha for those that have to endure this tragedy, We will be collecting donations this week for the

• 8,000 sq feet • 7 VIP Rooms • Accommodates 300+ Guests • State-of-the-Art Audio/Visual System

American Red Cross Hurricane Sandy Relief Fund.

Sincerely,

Bryce “Saimin Jr.”

Dim Sum & Reg. Menu Dine In Special!

5% OFF

(Charge) • Happy Day Chinese Restaurant

10% OFF(Cash)

Excludes Set Menu; Roast Pork, Roast Duck, Char Siu & other specials.

5%, 10% and lobster special are not to be combined with any other offer/discounts/specials. Expires 11/30/12. Must present coupon.

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Dim Sum $ 98

Served 7am Daily Take-out Orders Welcomed

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Credit Card Sale Only (With Coupon)

Excludes Set Menus; Roast Pork, Roast Duck, Char Siu & other specials. 5%, 10% and lobster special not to be combined with any other offer/discounts/ specials. Expires 11/30/12. Must present coupon.

111 N. King St. near Maunakea

Mon-Sat 11am-2pm (last call 1:30pm) Dinner Nightly 5pm-10pm (last call 9:30pm) Validated Parking • 1221 Kapiolani Blvd. • 597-1655

Open 7 Days • 2700 So. King St.

Cash Sale Only (With Coupon)

Open Daily 11:30am - 10pm 1138 Smith St. (corner of Smith/Pauahi) www.adegahi.com

RSVP Chinese Chicken Salad Ham & Scallop Soup • Peking Duck Today!

Walnut Shrimp • Crispy Skin Chicken Ginger & Onion Steamed Sea Bass Boneless Chicken Cake Noodle • Rice Shredded Duck In Taro Basket Chef’s Dessert of Day

featuring our special sukiyaki sauce. Exp. 11/15/12

10% OFF

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Regular menu & daily lunch buffet also available

WAIMALU

WAIPAHU

EWA BEACH SHOP. CTR.

98-020 Kam Hwy.

94-256 Waipahu Depot St.

91-919 Fort Weaver Rd.

488-8824

676-2088

689-0999

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Dim Sum - Daily 10:30a.m. to 1:00p.m.

Fall Special • Roasted Meat Appetizer Platter with Tai-chi Seafood Soup • Golden Fried Chicken with Roasted Garlic • Chef’s Special Black Peppered Beef Tenderloin • Braised Baby Pak Choy & Ham in Supreme Broth • Fish Filets w/Ham & Vegetable on a Lotus Leaf $238.00 • Tea Smoke Shrimps for table of 10 • House Fried Rice (1 day advance notice required) • Dessert of the Day OPEN DAILY: 10:30 A.M. TO 10:00 P.M. JADEDYNASTYHAWAII.COM

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M Night Club Honolulu

3660 on the Rise

Restaurant Row 500 Ala Moana Blvd 529-0010

Tropical Tribe

(across Pan Am Bldg) 1637 Kapiolani Blvd.

366-8226

3660 Waialae Ave. 737-1177

SHOR American Seafood Grill

OKAZUYA

The Ocean House Restaurant 2169 Kalia Rd., Outrigger Reef On The Beach 923-2277

Mitsu-Ken 1223 N. School Street 848-5573

New Violet’s Grill

THAI Keo’s Thai Cuisine

2028 Kuhio Ave. 951-9355

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Shabu Shabu House 1221 Kapiolani Blvd 597-1655

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Kapalama Shopping Center 1210 Dillingham Blvd # 8 841-8535

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Red House in Honolulu

Thanksgiving Special

NIGHTLY 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Teriyaki Chicken . . . . . . . . . . . . .$15.95 Daily Fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$23.95 Sukiyaki Steak . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$21.95 Teriyaki Steak & Chicken Combo .$23.95 Kama‘aina & Military Discount Available (with proper ID)

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Any 3 rolls $9.99 • All 7 rolls

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Valid w/coupon thru 11/15/12.

Cannot be combined w/other $19.99 offers. Dine-in Only.

835 Keeaumoku St. #I-101B • 944-0088

SUN-THURS 11AM-10PM • FRI-SAT 11AM-MIDNIGHT

November 22-25, 2012

• Fried Dumpling Salad •Cream of Pumpkin Soup • Choice of: Lobster Pasta Risotto

per person

(lobster meat in a pink sauce topped with lobster)

Turkey Breast with Mashed Potatoes in Truffle

1841 Ala Moana Blvd.

Sauce Stuffing & Vegetables Lamb Chops (pan-fried lamb chops in peppercorn sauce served with mashed potatoes and vegetables • Cream Brulee for Dessert

Between Ilikai & Hilton Hawaiian Village

941-4444

$25.95

Dinner served from 5:30 nightly. Valet parking available. Not valid with any other offer.

Also available Pasta • Burgers • Salads • Sandwiches

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$

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99

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Dillingham Plaza •841- 6600 Pearl Harbor •423-0333 Waipahu Town Center •678-3550 Salt Lake - NEX (Open to the Public) •422-8440

Thanksgiving Hours: Nov 21 6AM-9PM | Nov 22 6AM-10AM | Nov. 23-24 Closed [N IGHT CL UB/ / R ESTA UR A N T / / VEN UE]

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2440 Kuhio Ave.

922 5555 www.hyshawaii.com

OPEN: MON - FRI 6AM - 1PM SAT 6AM - 12PM

Roast Turkey Packages-To-Go

7995 (15 lbs)

Includes: • Small Pan Gon Lo Mein • Crispy Gau Gee (20 pcs) • Black Pepper Gravy • 9” Custard Pie

• Wine Spectator Award-Winning Wine List • Live Entertainment • Valet Parking

Reservations Recommended

4369 Lawehana St. (across Target in Salt Lake) www.larrysbakery.com or find us on

$

Mon-Fri: 6:00 - 10:00 pm Sat, Sun: 5:30 - 10:00 pm

Proper Attire Required

Closed Veteran’s Day

11/5/12 - 11/15/12. Limited Quantities.

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Take-Out Mon-Sat 6:00am Sunday 8:00am Dine-In Daily 10:00am-9:00pm

Kapolei Marketplace 590 Farrington Hwy

692-9880

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1 Veggie ($14.75) 2 Chicken Ranch Jalapeno ($16) 3 Spinach Garlic Tomato ($13.50) 4 Guava Smoked Pork ($15.50) 5 Server Maile Rapoza-Faletogo with Inferno’s mouth-watering pizza.

ith a large brick oven stocked with kiawe wood and its resulting sweet, smoky aroma at its disposal, Inferno’s Wood Fire Pizza has ignited Hawaii’s hunger for quality pizza pies.

Each pizza at Inferno’s is hand crafted and prepared with the finest, freshest ingredients, and baked to crispy perfection at 800 degrees in the distinctive dome-shaped oven.

The business concept started as a mobile wood fire pizza operation, and the pizzas’ popularity led the company’s owners to open the Ward Center location.

“The pizzas are really just based on what people like here, and feature local ingredients,” says Kyle Okumoto, who owns the eatery along with Jon Wong. “We make the dough fresh daily with flour from Italy. We use kiawe wood in the oven to create that flavor from the smoke, and the pizza cooks really fast so the crust is nice and crispy.”

One of the distinctive pizzas offered up at Inferno’s is Guava Smoked Pork ($15.50), which features fresh mozzarella cheese, local Shinsato guava-smoked pork, fresh mushrooms, Maui onions and a locally crafted Kilauea barbecue sauce available in both spicy and mild. The sweet and savory pork coupled with the tangy barbecue sauce and crisp onions creates a must-try assortment of flavor.

For those diners who prefer a hearty assortment of fresh vegetables, Inferno’s serves up a Veggie ($14.75) pizza, which includes fresh mozzarella, fresh mushrooms and Maui onions, local tomatoes and olives.

Similarly, Spinach Garlic Tomato ($13.50) features plenty of flavorful garlic, fresh mozzarella, spinach and local Roma tomatoes.

Diners craving an extra level of heat can reach for Chicken Ranch Jalapeno ($16) pizza, which features jalapenos, spinach, mushrooms, olives and roasted chicken.

“It’s a way different pizza, a much better product than what you get at

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other pizza establishments,” says Okumoto. “You’ve gotta try it. It’s an authentic, Neapolitan style pizza,” which is heralded for its hand-kneaded dough that bakes crispy on the outside while remaining tender and fragrant.

The multiple pizza selections at Inferno’s pair perfectly with the seven locally brewed beers crafted and served at the eatery. Hawaiian Islands Brewing Company has partnered with Inferno’s, tapping into a host of local flavor profiles that come through in the freshly brewed beverages.

Lei O’ Mano IPA, HI Brew, Diamond Head Gold and Kona Coffee Stout have drawn rave reviews from customers this far, the latter of which features hints of authentic Kona coffee that provides a bold, full-bodied flavor that truly embodies one of the state’s most popular exports.

The ice cold brews are available from Inferno’s full bar, and diners can order them by the glass as the piping hot pizzas are brought to the table.

For $5, customers receive a collectable pint glass full of their favorite creation that also includes $3 refills on the same day of purchase. The beer also is available to go in the form of 64-ounce growlers ($18), which can be refilled over and over for $12 — a delicious and cost-effective option for tailgating and large gatherings.

Ward Center, Second Floor 1200 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu 375.1200 Open daily, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

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