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Chef Kenji Shima offers up a bowl of Chirashi Deluxe, which contains a variety of fresh, raw fish.

When it comes to delicious cuisine and first-rate service, Sushi King always gives its patrons the royal treatment. See page 4 | Leah Friel photo

Treating yourself to the sweetest of experiences | 2 A truly spectacular entree, view at Top of Waikiki | 12

ALSO: Wailanaâ€™s menu has an Oktoberfest flair to it | 8

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By Alana Folen | Photos by Leah Friel

Let your fingers do the walking when making your

Sweet Escape sweet delights, and the following “Ono, You Know” establishments have it all — scones, chocolate sandwiches, crème puffs, cupcakes and more. This week, dear readers, frosted fingers are a guarantee!

Larry’s Bakery

orks are overrated. In fact, we probably place too much emphasis on all utensils. Sure, table manners are important, but when talking about treats, sometimes it’s best to appreciate sheer goodness by using all our senses — touch included. This week, I decided to switch it up a bit and marvel in the sweetest of treats made to be eaten with your hands. Now, I know it may not seem like the most refined thing to do, but let’s face it, being able to actually touch the food you’re eating really adds to the complete dining experience. So, wash your hands and come along with me to feast on handfuls of alluring creations that’ll awaken your sweet tooth. I know you’ll be tempted by these

Above: For the editor, the complete dining experience requires the use of fingers in order to properly enjoy treats.

One sure way to my heart is through cupcakes, which are the sweetest of finger foods yet. Lucky for me, there are many bake shops around town that specialize in cupcakes, but Larry’s Bakery on Lawehana Street remains a favorite when it comes to satisfying my cupcake cravings. Siblings Iris and Lance Yafuso are the masterminds behind this Salt Lake bakery and have what it takes to whip up marvelous cakes, cookies, doughnuts, butter mochi and, of course, cupcakes! I recently met with Iris in her cozy bakery — a location you could say is the baker’s equivalent to Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory. There, we shared in exuberant cupcake conversation that would make your mouth water. “We offer an assortment of cupcakes here,” Iris says. “We have non-refrigerated cupcakes — including chocolate, red velvet and vanilla flavors with a buttercream frosting — that are perfect for school parties. We also do a vanilla or chocolate cupcake with a Chantilly frost-

ing or dobash. These need to be refrigerated.” Larry’s Bakery Priced at $19.95 for a dozen cupcakes 4369 Lawehana St. #3 and $11.95 for a half-dozen (non-refriger422.0059 ated), and $22.95 for a dozen and $14.95 for a half-dozen (refrigerated), Larry’s Panya Bakery, Bistro & Bar Bakery cupcakes are light, moist and Life has become much simpler now made with extra love. that I’ve found the perfect place to “We sell a lot of cupcakes; we love cup- spoil myself at Panya Bakery, Bistro & cakes,” Iris says. “What’s special about us is that we offer Chantilly frosting as an – See page 16 option for your cupcake, and that’s been very popular here. “The cupcake packs also come fully decorated with sprinkles/nuts and Dining Out is a weekly advertising adorned with a toy of your choice. So, if supplement published by you want a Sesame Street theme or a the Honolulu Star-Advertiser. Hello Kitty theme for your cupcakes, we EDITOR can easily decorate it so that it fits any Alana Folen occasion.” Phone: 695.6307 Forget the flowers, boys, and demondiningout@staradvertiser.com strate your love with Larry’s Bakery’s Cupcake Bouquets (start at $33.95) — SALES MANAGER guaranteed to put a smile on that special Sandi Sakaguchi someone’s face. Phone: 342.8802 “Cupcake bouquets also are popular SSakaguchi@staradvertiser.com for birthday parties, baby showers and last-minute thank you gifts,” Iris adds. SPECIAL SECTIONS “We try to match the bouquet to the EDITOR Bill Mossman theme of your party, and a lot of people Phone: 529.4863 have them as centerpieces and place diningout@staradvertiser.com additional cupcakes around it.” Welcome to baked goods and cupcake heaven at Larry’s Bakery — where no Visit us at dining.staradvertiser.com fork or knife is needed!

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SUSHI KING Where: 2700 S. King St. #C, Honolulu Call: 947.2836 Hours: Lunch daily, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Dinner, Wednesday through Monday: 5:30 p.m. to 2 a.m., Tuesday: 5:30 to 10 p.m.

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or more than 20 years, Sushi King has served its throng of loyal subjects delectable creations. From salad to soup and, of course, sushi, the South King Street establishment rules when it comes to taste, quality and selection. Those looking for a great meal are in luck as Sushi King is open daily for lunch, and stays open until 2 a.m. six nights per week as a dinner and late-night destination. What better way to cap a perfect evening than to enjoy a few bites (and drinks, if you’re in the mood) with the king? Shu-Lee Kondo, owner and manager of Sushi King, took some time away from the busy eatery to fill in Dining Out on some of the keys to the restaurant’s success.

DO: What is it about Sushi King that keeps people coming back for more? Kondo: We’ve been open for 20 years, and we have lots of variety. For the quality of food we offer, at such good prices, the customers are so loyal. You see so many familiar faces. Not only the adults, but you see kids faces when they’re small, and they come back when they’re grown up. DO: What are some of your most popular dishes? Kondo: The Chirashi Deluxe ($24.95). When you ask customers about this one, they know exactly what you’re talking about. The platter features all kinds of different fresh, raw fish and it looks so beautiful when it’s brought out. Also, the Hamachi

Kama ($16) is the jaw of the hamachi and is almost all meat. It’s broiled and served with lemon; that’s very popular with local people. DO: How about some of your other seafood offerings? Kondo: The Ahi Salad ($14.95) incorporates fresh pieces of tuna, and offers a healthy alternative for customers looking for that. Also, the Fresh Oysters ($7.25) are a favorite pupu item. DO: How would you describe the style of cooking at Sushi King? Kondo: Our style is very authentic. It’s not trendy where you mix in contemporary American styles. It’s very, very authentic and we incorporate local flavors. The customers appreciate that, and they keep coming back for more! DO: What have customers said about your hours of operation, especially the ability to come in for a hearty meal in the wee hours of the morning?

Kondo: We’re open seven days a week; we never close! We get pretty busy, and the customers know there’s parking available and we have a midnight special that is extremely popular. So, people love to come in late, especially on weekends. DO: Are there plans to add items to the menu? Or do you take an “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” mentality? Kondo: We’ve been offering the same menu for many, many years, and were trying to come up with some new items to surprise our local guests. We’re working on it right now, and some to the items may include some healthy alternatives. We just keep on trying; we hope to keep the regulars coming back and to incorporate some new guests as well.

1 Chef Kenji Shima is known for his authentic style of cooking at Sushi King. 2 Chirashi Deluxe ($24.95) 3 Ahi Salad ($14.95) 4 Fresh Oysters ($7.25 for three pieces) 5 Hamachi Kama ($16) 6 Shima prepares all of his dishes with the utmost care

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n abundance of figure-friendly dishes that everyone can afford are on hand at 123 Wok. The restaurant has long been known for its healthy meals, such as the ever-popular Hot Pots ($8.99), made with natural soup bases. Since opening its original location in Singapore back in 1994, the restaurant has taken the same great flavors to Maui in 2004, and to its current location on McCully Street earlier this year. Owner Wendy Ying Li takes great pride in the freshness and quality of the food she serves. “We never use MSG in any dishes, ever,” she says. “We always use a special blend of spices mixed with fruits and vegetables to bring out the original flavors of each dish.” What’s more is that the chefs at 123 Wok go the extra mile by always using fresh meat and produce, as well as clean batches of leaner canola oil to ensure excellent flavor every time. When it comes to appetizers, diners can’t stop eating the crispy Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings ($8.75) or the Crab Rangoon ($6.25), made with real crab meat. Vegetarians also love the Home-style Tofu ($8.75). And whoever said it’s difficult to find healthy food that tastes good? Business people and students alike enjoy the Healthy Lunch menu, which allows customers to choose from 35 different options ranging in price from $6.99 to $7.95. Sweetening the deal, all entrees come with a spring roll, steamed rice, Chinese salad and a drink. To offer additional healthy options at reasonable prices, Li came up with the popular Lunch Special menu. For only $6.99, you can choose three from 30 menu items to savor with steamed rice, lo mein or the soup of the day. Li suggests the Double Mushroom Beef, Orange Chicken or Mochiko Chicken, which is also the No. 1 item. “Once people try it, they come back and order the party platter,” she explains. Don’t miss out on a great delivery deal either. Next time you are craving favorites such as Moo Shu Pork ($8.75) or General Tso’s Chicken ($8.95), place an order of $13 or more and receive free delivery from 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. within 4 miles of the restaurant.

Dine-in, takeout and delivery are available services for these and all of 123 Wok’s menu items.

Steamed sea bass fillet of fish ($12.95) This dish features boneless, fresh sea bass and is cooked in a ginger and onion sauce made with the chef’s secret spices. It also is available in a black bean sauce.

Shrimp with honey walnuts ($12.95) A Chinese classic, the creamy shrimp in this dish are lightly battered to crunchy perfection and accented by candied walnuts. Even when you take it home, the color and taste are as if you never left the restaurant.

Hong Kong Steak ($12.95) Thanks to tender cuts of beef taken from either side of the spine, owner Wendy Li says customers always come back for more of this menu item. Mushrooms, onions, green peppers and green onions accent the juicy meat.

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o commemorate Oktoberfest, a 16- to 18-day beer festival held annually in Munich, Germany, restaurants in cities all over the world are hosting special celebrations. And Waikiki’s Wailana Coffee House is no exception, as it’s planning a special menu that celebrates German cuisine. The restaurant will serve items from its Oktoberfest menu this Friday and Saturday, Oct. 7 and 8, from 11 a.m. to midnight. “It’s a fun menu for us and we started it about 10 years ago,” says Kenton Tom, the general manager at Wailana. Four main entrees are featured on the menu. The most popular item is Smoked Ham Shank ($15.25), which is braised slowly with special seasonings so it’s tasty and tender. The shank is served with a robust Dijon mustard sauce. The special menu also features Bratwurst ($12.50) — authentic

German sausage, grilled and generously plated — and Smoked Pork Chops ($13.95), a large portion of grilled center cut loin chops. “For all of the above items (Smoked Ham Shank, Bratwurst and Smoked Pork Chops), they are served with sauerkraut, German potato salad, Bavarian red cabbage and chocolate mint cake,” Tom says. The Bavarian Breakfast Special ($9.75) is the last entrée featured on the menu. This special is a combination of crispy potato pancakes, bratwurst sausage and two large eggs (any style), served with sour cream and applesauce. “For this breakfast, we have German potato pancakes, which we normally don’t serve but we make special for Oktoberfest,” Tom says. “They are made with potatoes.” Also included on the menu is

House Wine by the glass, Chablis, Rose or Burgundy ($3.75 each). Takeout options also are available. Beyond its Oktoberfest menu, Wailana is known for its numerous breakfast entrees. Especially popular are the eatery’s “All-You-Can-Eat” Pancakes Breakfast Special ($6.35), which includes all the pancakes one can consume served with two eggs and two strips of bacon (no sharing is allowed and customers are not allowed to take home leftovers). Another breakfast staple is the “S.O.S.” Special ($7.50) — available on Saturday and Sunday — which features creamed beef on toast served with two eggs. Other popular early morning dishes are Old Fashioned French Toast ($5.75) — special egg bread stuffed with guava jelly, dipped in a rich egg and cream blend and served with whipped butter and assorted

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syrups — and the restaurant’s signature Eggs Benedict ($9.85), a toasted English muffin served with smoked ham and turkey breast, poached eggs, hollandaise sauce and hash browns. The restaurant’s Chef’s Daily Specials are customer favorites for lunch or dinner. These daily offerings — including the Mahimahi and Teriyaki Chicken ($11.25), Catch of the Day Ahi ($11.25) and Corned Beef and Cabbage ($10.50) — come with the customer’s choice of soup, salad bar or fruit cup that comes with the meal. As depicted through its Oktoberfest menu as well as its regular menu, Wailana strives to provide customers with delicious dishes at reasonable prices.

“We cater more toward the local people,” says Tom of the eatery, which first opened in 1969 and has attracted both locals and tourists since. “It’s upscale casual dining and we give high value for your dollar — for breakfast, the average price per customer is about $8 and for dinner, it’s about $12.” Although Wailana Coffee House only features its Oktoberfest menu annually, it offers specials and promotions throughout the year for other holidays and special events. “We have promotions for all the major holidays,” Tom confirms. “So the next one coming up is Thanksgiving, then we have specials for Christmas and events like Mother’s Day and Father’s Day.”

1 Wailana waitress Juliet Acosta with Smoked Pork Chops ($13.95) and The Bavarian Breakfast Special ($9.75) dishes.

2 (Top left, clockwise) Smoked Ham Shank ($15.25), The Bavarian Breakfast Special ($9.75), Smoked Pork Chops ($13.95) and Bratwurst ($12.50) 3 Smoked Ham Shank ($15.25) 4 Smoked Pork Chops ($13.95) 5 A Bavarian Breakfast Special ($9.75) 6 Bratwurst ($12.50)

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ustomers always have a plethora of menu items to choose from at Kit n Kitchen, the Euro-Asian eatery located in Varsity Center. However, clients by the numbers have been ordering the restaurant’s four-course menu, of which there are three options. “I would say the four-course (menu) is our signature thing,” says May Yiu, who opened the restaurant 11 years ago with her husband, Kit, and is one of the eatery’s chefs. “It’s a very good price ($20.95) for all the food you get.” All three four-course menus at Kit n Kitchen are slightly different. The “regular” four-course menu includes a first course with the choice of Garden Salad, Milano Tomato Soup, Creamy Corn Soup or Creamy Mushroom Soup. Customers then receive a combination of Escargot Wellington (escargot encrusted in a flaky pastry and baked until golden), Grilled Beef with Chimichurri (grilled beef with the restaurant’s popular Chimichurri sauce) and Garlic Basil Shrimp (shrimp baked with pesto basil garlic butter). “You have two pieces of escargot in puff pastry, a few pieces of the beef and two more pieces of the shrimp,” explains Yiu. “The Beef with Chimichurri has been very popular for the past five or six years. “In this second course, you get a little bit of everything.”

For the third course, customers choose from nine different entrees, such as the Roasted Lamb with Rosemary or Basil Salmon. This regular four-course menu has been offered on the menu for the past six or seven years. The Napa Four Course menu was a result of one of May’s trips to Napa, during which she was inspired by the truffles she tasted. “The truffle is 2 very popular in French-style cooking,” she says. “When I was in Napa Valley and I had some truffles, I said, ‘I’m going to go back and let people try truffles.’” Under the Napa Four Course menu, customers start off with the Napa Tomato Soup. The second course features a Truffle Fountain — Black Truffle Crème, Prosciutto Melon and Garlic Basil Shrimp. For the third course, customers can opt for entrees including Beef Osso Bucco Milanese, Rosa Lamb Risotto and Rib Eye Steak. “The way of cooking (for the Beef Osso Bucco) is really popular in Italy,” Yiu shares. “They use veal, but instead of veal, we use beef shank. The Euro-

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Four Courses Asian (rib eye) steak is very popular in America.” The newest four-course menu features a new dish for the second course — the Beef Carpaccio. This four-course option is soon to be added to the eatery’s menu, according to Yiu. “The Beef Carpaccio is thin slice of raw beef — it’s high quality, like filet mignon —and we sear the outside, and then it’s filled with spinach and onion and it comes with a balsamic vinegar,” Yiu says. “It’s a popular plate in Italy.” The last portion in each of the 6 four-course menus is dessert. Customers may select one of several dessert options — chocolate cake, ice cream, crème brulee or cheesecake. If guests prefer to order individual entrees, Kit n Kitchen offers a variety of options, such as different types of risottos and the popular “Create-Your-OwnSpaghetti” (ranging from $9.95 to $12.95). “We have a big selection of the spaghetti because (customers) can mix and match by themselves,” Yiu says. Other desserts include the always popular Banana Crepes ($6.95) —

1 Owner May Yiu 2 The second course comprises Escargot Wellington, Grilled Beef Chimichurri and Garlic Basil Shrimp (choice of menu options comes with all courses) 3 Milano Tomato Soup (add $1.95 extra for the puff pastry top) 4 Truffle Fountain with black truffle cream, prosciutto and melon, garlic basil shrimp 5 Baked Seafood Pasta 6 Rib Eye with Chimichurri (additional $4.95) 7 Roasted Lamb with Rosemary served with potatoes 8 Chocolate Cake 9 Creme Brulee

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French-style light pancakes filled with fresh bananas and light whipped cream and covered with walnuts, chocolate syrup and chocolate chips — and the Crêpe Suzette ($6.95), French-style flambé crepes with a sauce composed of caramelized sugar, orange zest and Grand Marnier brandy. “We just added the Crêpe Suzette a few 8 months ago,” Yiu says. “We make our own sauce; this one is especially popular because of the flambé action.” Kit n Kitchen’s ever-changing menu continues to attract numerous customers, so Yiu recommends that larger parties make reservations. “We’re the most crowded for dinner on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights,” she says. “It’s good to make reservations if you have a party of more 9 than six people.”

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ToW’s one-hit savory wonder ne is the loneliest number that you’ll ever do. That lyric may ring true for the lovelorn, but there are situations when one will do just fine. “I made reservations tonight for a nice dinner with a view in Waikiki,” says your significant other, family member or friend. “Where?” you inquire a bit warily. You don’t want to hurt anyone’s feelings, but if you don’t eat meat or fish, fine dining usually means assembling sides such as a house salad, rice or maybe a baked potato, or settling for an entree salad and gingerly picking off what you don’t want to eat. But if you’re lucky, your question will be answered with three words: Top of Waikiki. “We have one,” replies Colette Canady, director of marketing for the restaurant, when I ask if the menu offers any vegetarian dishes. One works, especially this one if you’re a tomato lover: Hawaiian Vine Ripened Tomato Parmigiano ($25). This lovely dish consists of a roasted tomato, fennel and Hamakua mush-

room ragout topped with tomato and fresh mozzarella gratin with a balsamic reduction. The sweetness of the tomatoes pairs well with the earthiness of the mushrooms, and the balsamic adds just the right dash of savory flavor. “It’s not quite as popular as our Kalbi Short Ribs or Roasted Garlic Ribeye,” Canady adds, “but it’s up there.” Speaking of up there, Top of Waikiki, Hawaii’s only revolving restaurant, offers a full 360-degree rotation every hour for a spectacular, ever-changing panorama. So enjoy your dinner with a view. You don’t have to settle for side dishes when you really want a gourmet entrée — all you need is one.

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Jeff Roach and Martin Jensen enjoy their lunch break together. Leah Friel photo

By Anja-Vanessa Peter ou haven’t experienced Oahu until you’ve eaten at Sam Choy’s Breakfast, Lunch & Crab. From the BLC Crab House Omelet ($14.95) to the Seafood Wok ($19.95) to the Macadamia Nut Crusted Chicken ($14.95), Sam Choy’s definitely has a menu that accommodates all taste buds. The cut-up and hulking fishing boat situated in the middle of the restaurant and the onsite brewery create a laid-back and cozy atmosphere that also caught the attention of customers Jeff Roach and Martin Jensen. The co-workers enjoyed lunch at the North Nimitz Highway location

recently and talked about their favorite dishes at Sam Choy’s: Jeff Roach: “I got the Chicken Chopped Salad ($14.95). The salad is really fresh and tastes really good.” Martin Jensen: “I ordered the Ahi Salad ($17.95) because I really like the marinated fried ahi a lot. What makes this salad so special is Sam’s Creamy Oriental Dressing. It’s a deliciously sweet and creamy dressing with a touch of ginger.” Jeff Roach: “I even ordered an extra portion of that salad dressing and mixed it with my salad. The Creamy Oriental Dressing makes my Chicken Chopped Salad even taste better!”

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Let’s get it started ames and Lani Kealoha, and their daughter, Madonna Shiroma, are big fans of New Liu’s Chop Suey. The Kalihi residents often use their shopping trips to Kamehameha Shopping Center as a reason to stop by the family-run eatery for a long list of favorite pupus. The Kealohas aren’t the only ones. For eight years, hungry customers have dined in or taken out dishes such as the aforementioned Roast Duck appetizer, which, if you mention Dining Out when ordering, comes at an insider’s price of just $4.75. The convenient location also has made the Cantonese-style restaurant a favorite of Aloha Stadium tailgaters. The duck is tender and well1 seasoned with crisp skin and a flavor that is tangy without being oily or overpowering. As owner Henry Liu says with his typical smile, “It’s made with just a touch of Hong Kong.” For those wanting even more duck, New Liu’s offers a half duck for $8.50 and a whole duck for $17.95. The restaurant’s famous Honey Walnut Shrimp ($9.95) is a signa-

New Liu’s Chop Suey Where: 1620 N. School St.

Call: 841.8668 Directions and takeout orders: 847.1234 Hours: 10:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.

ture dish that Liu promises if you try it, you won’t forget for 100 years. The Kealohas agree. Big enough for an entree but priced as an appetizer, the egg and flour batter keeps the shrimp moist, and the honey glaze is flavorful without being overpowering. (For a short time only, mention Dining Out when ordering and get a free Chinese chicken salad. Now you know the secret. Pass it along.) The salad is crisp and topped with a sweet vinegar and sugar dressing that is as light as water but contains ample flavor without hiding the flavor of the fresh ingredients. The dressing is so versatile, Liu’s uses it as a base for dozens of other recipes. If that isn’t enough pupu pickings for you, try one of the restaurant’s 30 daily specials that are the right size and price ($4.75) for lunch, but served all day. Located on North School Street, New Liu’s also provides takeout orders and catering services. And if you see the Kealohas, make sure to say hello. Henry will be the one with the big smile as you walk through the door.

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ono,youknow 1 Crunchy Choco Sandwich ($2) at Patisserie La Palme D’or 2 Assorted Cupcakes ($11.95, 6-pack; $19.95, 12-pack. For Chantilly and Dobash, it’s $14.95, 6-pack; $22.95, 12-pack.) at Larry’s Bakery. 3 Panya’s English Orange Cranberry Scone ($2.20 each) 4 Choux a la creme ($2.50) at Patisserie La Palme D’or

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Bar. It’s a chic and sophisticated environment that serves up comfort food that’s pleasing to all the senses. Owners Annie and Alice Yeung first opened the doors to this classy bakery and bistro/lounge in 1997 at McCully Shopping Center. Now more than 10 years later, Panya is not only a frontrunner when it comes to premier fusion cuisine, but it also has locations on Queen Street (Bakery & Express) and at Ala Moana Center (Bistro & Bar). Although, the menu showcases a vast selection of onolicious choices from its piping-hot bowl of Laksa to its freshest of salads and fresh-squeezed apple juice, it’s Panya’s incredible baked goods that will kick anyone off their diet. Yes, resistance is futile! A simple and mess-free treasure that I adore are Panya’s scones, more specifically, the Blueberry Cream Cheese Scone ($3.15 each) and the English Orange Cranberry Scone ($2.20 each). What I love most about these scones, 1 6 | D I N I N G O U T | O CT. 2 - 8 , 2 0 1 1

baked fresh every morning, is that the English Orange Cranberry Scone exudes its English flair, whereas the Blueberry Cream Cheese Scone is your typical American classic. “I believe scones are gaining a following as an alternative to the soft bread items because they are not too sweet and are great for breakfast or a quick snack,” says operations manager Kiana Huang. “These scones also pair well with coffee or tea.” Personally, I have a soft spot for the English Orange Cranberry Scone, which is similar to an English Cream Scone, as it features English cranberry orange made with heavy cream and fresh orange zest for a richer flavor and texture. So, if you’re in search of something with just the right amount of sweetness, stop on in at Panya for a scone and a cup of tea. Who knows? You may just have to make a tea party out of it! That’s something the royal family would definitely approve of!

Panya Bakery, Bistro & Bar Ala Moana Center (and various locations) 1450 Ala Moana Blvd. 946.6388

Patisserie La Palme D’or It always excites me when I have the opportunity to pay a visit to one of my most admired patisseries — Patisserie La Palme D’or. Located at Ala Moana Center, this upscale eatery has a blend of French flavor and Japanese craftsmanship that never cease to amaze me. Owner Hiromi Tanaka brought this exquisite pastry concept to the Islands in 2006 and ever since patrons have been able to devour delicious treats without the added guilt (and hopefully without the added pounds!). “We don’t use that much sugar and most items are low in fat, so it’s really healthy,” Tanaka explains. This sounds too good to be true, doesn't it? Well, think again. Head chef Akiko Kimura utilizes only the highest-quality

ingredients directly from Japan to create tantalizing works of art on a daily basis. While items such as Tropical Fromage, Strawberry Shortcake and Strawberry Roll Cake may seem too beautiful to eat and require careful consumption with a fork or spoon, Chef Akiko’s Crunchy Choco Sandwich ($2 each) and Choux a la crème ($2.50 each) are easily edible finger foods! Chocoholics, like myself, are addicted to the Crunchy Choco Sandwich, featuring La Palme D’or’s original “fancy” walnuts and macadamia nut brownie sandwiched with a sweet milk chocolate hazelnut crunch. And if you're crazy for cream puffs, you’ll be pleased with the Choux a la Crème, a light crust filled to the brim with a savory blend of whipped cream and custard filling. Patisserie La Palme D'or is love in each and every bite!

Patisserie La Palme D’or Ala Moana Center 1450 Ala Moana Blvd. 941.6161

I Love Country Cafe 885 Queen St., Honolulu 596.8108 Catering Hotline: 783.7901

Below: Side dishes such as Creme Caramel Bread Pudding ($2.50), Vegan Oatcakes ($2.50), Banana Bread ($2.49) and Grilled Southern Cornbread w/butter ($1.89) can be found at I Love Country Cafe.

with Christina O’Connor

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Reasons to fall in ‘Love’

aking up early for a long day at work can be a bit of a drag sometimes. But I Love Country Cafe’s extensive breakfast menu can help take off that morning edge. I Love Country Cafe’s Queen Street location opens at 7 a.m., meaning you have just enough time to enjoy some Eggs Benedict ($7.99) or a Jumbo Stack of pancakes ($6.29) before heading off to the office. Or try the Sunrise Skillet ($8.59), which is a three-egg bacon, ham and onion scramble over country potatoes with cheese, tomatoes and green onion, and is served with toast. I Love Country Cafe also offers a variety of breakfast plate options, including the Two Eggs ($6.99) plate, which comes with a choice of bacon, ham, Portuguese sausage or Spam, and a choice of rice, country potatoes, toast or pancakes. Owners Richard and Millie Chan say the Kiawe Steak & Eggs ($9.29) plate is a must-eat. “We have an outdoor barbecue, so we prepare the kiawe steak there,” says Millie. “It’s a customer favorite.” And like much of the restaurant’s items, the breakfast menu also includes a number of healthier options for an energizing start to your day. “I get customers who I have

known for years, and a lot of them go to the gym and exercise regularly,” says Richard. “And a lot of them are trainers, too. They want to eat healthy.” For these health-conscious customers, I Love Country Cafe

offers dishes such as the Veggie Breakfast Wrap ($6.29) with sauteed onions, tomato, mushrooms, spinach, egg and cheese, or the Bodybuilder Omelette ($9.59), with egg whites and fresh roast turkey breast, mushrooms, bell peppers, onion, spinach, tomatoes and mozzarella cheese. The Queen Street eatery also serves up fresh homemade breads for breakfast, including Banana Bread ($2.50) and Island Mango Bread ($2.50). I Love Country Cafe is open until 6 p.m., so stop by for lunch and dinner, too. The – See page 18

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ack when I Love Country Cafe opened in the late 1980s, it was a small operation that served up a few local favorites. But now, the restaurant’s menu includes an impressive array of options from an equally impressive array of influences. The eatery still offers local favorites, but now also includes salads, burgers, sandwiches, pasta and baked goods. And a number of I Love Country Cafe’s menu items are healthy, homemade dishes. Owners Richard and Millie Chan derived many of their menu additions over the years from a desire to provide customers with healthy food and from a close, collaborative relationship with their regulars. “When we first started the restaurant, my daughter was really young,” Richard explains. “And just like all responsible parents, we were trying to figure out how we can provide her with healthy food and a high-fiber diet.” So the pair started by offering brown rice and green salad instead of macaroni salad with the plate lunches. This might be standard fare nowadays, but 20 years ago, I Love Country Cafe was ahead of the curve. And soon, with the help of the customers, Richard and Millie began expanding those options. “A lot of times, my customers would come in and they would say, ‘Richard, can you do this for us?’ And I would say, ‘why not?’ Actually, they helped me to develop a lot of dishes,” Richard says. “The Hurricane Special ($10.75) is based off of one of our customers who is a trainer.” The Hurricane Special is fresh white meat roast turkey with poached vegetables and Okinawa sweet potato with brown rice. Another customer-inspired dish is the Bodybuilder Special ($10.75), water-poached chicken breast, poached vegetables, served with brown rice, and has peanut sauce and soy-ginger on the side. I Love Country Cafe also has a variety of salads such as the Sesame Chicken or Tofu Salad ($8.75) and the Cajun Shrimp and Mango Salad ($9.95). Richard says they also are always willing to adjust any of the dishes to accommodate customers’ dietary needs. It’s this kind of attentiveness and collaboration with their customers that has yielded a dedicated set of restaurant regulars. “Over the years, we have built a lot of nice friendships with a lot of people,” Millie says. “We become part of their family, and they become a part of our family, too, all because of the food that we offer. “The whole philosophy is that we love our guests … and we always serve them foods that we love,” Millie says. “We become the kitchen away from home.” I Love Country Cafe is constantly creating new dishes. “We all like to eat,” Millie says of her family and the rest of the I Love Country Cafe staff. “We have a passion for cooking, and we love our homestyle meals. We always try out new dishes together as a staff. So everything I Love Country Cafe Richard Chan on the menu is what we love.” with Sunrise Skillet $8.59

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It’s back to basics at Fendu By Ali Resich ince Fendu Boulangerie opened in 2009, customers have been amazed at the many items it has to offer, from exquisite European-style pastries and rustic oven pizza, to the restaurant’s more recent melt-in-your-mouth panini menu. Sometimes, however, it’s important to focus on the simpler things in life, like some good ol’ bread and butter. The eatery’s name says it all, with “fendu” referring to a classic French shape — the split-loaf — and “boulangerie” meaning a bakery that specializes in bread. The whiff of freshly baked goods greets customers who then face the difficult choice of selecting from a variety of specialty loaves offered every day or the Daily Bread Special option, all baked fresh every morning. Actually, it’s safe to go with both, and you can start out with a loaf of the hearty Multigrain Bread with Flaxseed ($4.50 regular, $2.75 petit). Offered daily,

this all-in-one item is a wholewheat and rye bread packed with sesame seeds, oatmeal, sunflower seeds and flaxseeds. Great as the base for one of the bakery’s sandwiches, this bread is “definitely one of our most popular,” says chef and owner Niel Koep, who enjoys it most as toast for breakfast. Next on the sampling list is the Buckwheat Fig Daily Bread Special ($5 per loaf), offered every Sunday. Koep came up with the recipe himself, after experimenting with buckwheat pear bread he learned to make at The National Baking Center in Minneapolis during the mid-’90s. “I really, really like figs so I took one of our country bread formulas and played around with the amount of buckwheat. We tried some different types of dried figs and settled on the Black Mission Fig. It seems to have the best flavor and matches well with the buckwheat,” Koep explains. The rich and delicately sweetened loaf needs no

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accompaniment, but would be great if paired with wine and cheese for a gourmet picnic. It’s more than great ingredients that make the loaves at Fendu Boulangerie so irresistible. “The bread we make here is natural, with no added chemicals and no conditioners,” says Koep. Not to mention the steam tube oven imported from France with a stone to make his breads truly hearth-baked. This modern version of a traditional baker’s oven is the perfect venue for the simple, yet high-quality breads baked to warmth and flawlessness by Koep and his staff.

Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 7 p.m., Tuesday – Saturday; 7:30 a.m. – 3 p.m., Sundays; Closed Mondays Fendu Boulangerie chef/owner Niel Koep with the Multigrain Bread with Flax Seed ($4.50, regular; $2.75, petite)

Buckwheat Fig (Sunday Special, $5 per loaf) Lawrence Tabudlo photos

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lunch and dinner menus offer a wide variety of dishes with a range of influences, from Chinese to American to Italian to local favorites. Richard and Millie say that the restaurant is well-known for its fresh roast turkey, and that turkey dishes such as the Roast Turkey and Meatloaf Mixed Plate ($9.95) are some of their most popular offerings. The restaurant also offers different kinds of stir-fry items. All stir-fry dishes come with mixed vegetables, and diners can add Chicken ($8.95), Oven Baked Tofu ($8.95) or Garlic Mahi ($10.95) among other options. Millie says that the Furikake Mahi ($10.95) and the Grilled Mochiko Chicken ($9.50) also are popular dishes. And if you love I Love Country Cafe, you can get the restaurant to cater your next event. The catering menu includes appetizers like Vegetable Lumpia and

salads such as Pesto Pasta Salad, Romaine Caesar Salad and Mexican Salad. For entrees, there is a wide variety of meat, seafood, vegetarian and noodle dishes — including Macadamia Crusted Chicken Breast, Ahi Katsu, Kalua Pork, Fresh Roast Turkey with stuffing, gravy and whole cranberry sauce, Honey Walnut Tofu and Fettucini Alfredo. Desserts include Mango Mouse Cake and Crème Caramel Bread Pudding. No matter what your event, I Love Country Cafe can help you design a menu that suits your tastes. “We cater to all events, big or small,” says Millie. “We can customize the menu for the customers. People can create their own combination … Normally, I will sit down with the customers and I brainstorm with them, so that together we come up with the perfect menu.”

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1 Two Eggs Breakfast plate ($6.99) 2 Eggs Benedict ($5.99, small; $7.99, regular) 3 Homemade Sweet Bread French Toast ($4.99) 4 Veggie Breakfast Wrap ($6.29) 5 Sunrise Skillet ($8.59)

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Ingredients: • 1 filet of salmon, about 3 pounds. Skin and remove pin bones • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill • 6 tablespoons sugar • 3 tablespoons salt • 2 tablespoons grated lemon zest Ingredients for crab mousse: • 1/2 pound crab meat • 2/3 cup cream cheese • 1/2 cup mayonnaise • 1 tablespoon chopped celery • 1 tablespoon chopped onion • 1 tablespoon chopped chive, tube • 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice • salt and pepper, to taste • Tobiko caviar and fresh dill, for garnish Preparation: • Combine 2.5 tablespoons chopped dill, sugar, salt and lemon zest in mixing bowl and set aside.

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• In a flat pan, coat salmon evenly on both sides with seasoning to cure fish. Let sit overnight or for at least four hours. • Remove coated seasoning thoroughly from salmon, then slice salmon about an inch wide and 4-5 inches long. Set aside. • In a mixing bowl, combine all crab mousse ingredients together and mix evenly. Make sure there are no leftover lumps from cream cheese. • Lay down a piece of salmon, then add about one-half tablespoon of crab mousse and roll it over like a cigar. Garnish with black tobiko caviar and fresh dill. Repeat until you run out of fish pieces. Tip: you may serve this roulade on slices of cucumber or on crackers. It makes a perfect party appetizer.

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ludes tax)

PRICE

= TOTAL

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BOOKS ARE $10 EACH IF PICKED UP AT:

each

(price includes tax & $3 shipping)

1215 Center St., Ste. 210 Honolulu, HI 96816

BILLING INFO: (all info required) NAME

Pick-up hours: M-F 9a-4:30p

ADDRESS CITY

STATE

PHONE

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ZIP

Mutual Publishing

Check made payable to Mutual Publishing Charge to (circle one) VISA MC AMEX

1215 Center Street, Suite 210 Honolulu, HI 96816

CARD NUMBER SECURITY CODE EXP DATE

(3 or 4-digit # on front/back of card)

SIGNATURE

Phone: (808) 732-1709 Email: orders@mutualpublishing.com

OR ORDER ONLINE AT: www.mutualpublishing.com

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WHERE TO DINE AMERICAN

Symbol Key

4 Kings Kitchen

Breakfast

Fendu Boulangerie

98-761 Oihana Place, Aiea 486-3500

2671 S. King St. 951-5464

Lunch

2752 Woodlawn Dr. Manoa Marketplace 988-4310

Teddy’s Bigger Burger Atlantis Seafood & Steak

After Midnight

2284 Kalakaua Avenue 922-6868

Alcohol served

Oyster Jam VII

Carnival Style Event

50% OFF

• Variety of Freshly Shucked Oysters • Gumbo • Prime Rib French Dip • Fried Calamari • Polish Sausage w/Sauerkraut • Soy Sake Salmon Spinach Salad • Wing Dings w/Ranch Dip • Desserts/Champagne/Wine/Beer

Valid Monday thru Friday dinner only. For up to 20 people. Not to be combined with any other offer or discounts.

NO MSG

Party Room Available for 20-80 people

Not valid with any other specials, promos, coupons, or discounts

Make It An IHOP Day ALA MOANA BLVD. (Waikiki) KUHIO AVE (Waikiki) • PEARL CITY KANEOHE • HILO Ala Moana (Free Parking)

Located inside of Zippy’s

Choose 5 Items from our Early Bird Menu

699

(Dine-in Only)

Early Bird Dinner Special Mon-Fri 4pm-5:30pm

Join us at our 7th annual

with purchase of 1-Entree

Buy Two Entrees or Buffets Get 3rd one at 50% OFF! Good from 1PM – 7PM, Mon–Sun Expires October 31

High Quality at Affordable Prices!

Napoleon’s Bakery

12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

LOBSTERS $11.99

Check Out Our REDUCED PRICES

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

Sunday, October 30

when you buy one Dine In Only Purchase one regular entree and receive the second regular entree of equal or lesser value at 50% off

Larry’s Bakery

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

343 Saratoga Road 923-EGGS (3447)

Catering

Ala Moana Center - Mall Level Mountain Side, next to Shirokiya 941-6161

Tropics Bar & Grill

Eggs n’ Things

Online

La Palme D’or

Waikiki • 926-3444 Kailua • 262-0820 Hawaii Kai • 394-9100 Aiea • 486-2167 University • 949-0050 Maui • 661-9111

Dinner

@IHOP_Hawaii

BAKERY

Ige’s Restaurant & 19th Puka

Open Daily 10am to 9:30pm FREE Ample Parking @ FHB after hours

$4 free for each $20 purchased Pre-Sale bonus expires 10/23/11

Maple Garden/Yen King 909 Isenberg Street • 941-6641 www.MapleGardenHawaii.com

15% OFF WITH COUPON Not to be combined with other

special offers. Beverages excluded. Expires 10/14/11 Enjoy an EXTRA 5% OFF AFTER to the already discounted 15%

8PM

SHRIMP TEMPURA

LUNCH SPECIAL $8.95

Also Available Curry & Steak Monday-Sunday 10:30am-2:30pm, 5pm–10pm

ON THE RISE

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

159

SUSHI BAR SPECIAL

3579 Waialae Avenue 737-8820

10% OFF

Purchases of $25 or more

Ham and Scallop Soup • Chinese Chicken Salad

Special Menu • Peking Duck w/ Buns • Steamed Sea Bass w/ Ginger & Onions for10 • Walnut Shrimp • Capitol Pork Chops

947-1133 1491 King St. #105 (corner of King & Kaheka) Lots of Parking in Back

2 Choice Teishoku Combo $

17.75- $22.75

Served with rice, miso soup, two side dishes, and pickles. Choose from • Fried Oyster • Ebi Fry • Ahi Sashimi • Broiled Salmon Chicken Katsu • Miso Butterfish • Karaage • Pork Ginger Sizzling Hamburger Steak • Tempura • Tonkatsu and many more! Bentos and assorted musubi available daily as well as ala carte specials

OPEN 11 am - 9 pm Lunch 11 am - 4 pm Dinner 4 pm - 9 pm Closed Sundays

• Boneless Chicken Cake Noodle • Rice Chef’s Dessert of the Day

Exp 10/6/11 Coupon must be present. Not valid during Happy Hour.

Dumplings • Ramen • Fried Rice • More Mon-Sat 11am-3pm, 5pm-11pm Sunday 11am-3pm, 5-10pm Private Party rooms available

Dinner Menu

111 N. King St. near Maunakea 7am -10pm No credit cards accepted for special menu

521-8268 Free Parking in the Rear DINNER HOURS ONLY

Dim Sum

Served 7am Daily

$ 98 Take-out Orders Welcomed

Japanese Home Style Restaurant “Hinone Mizunone” Please enjoy the KAMADAKIGOHAN cooked completely by “Ogama”.

1345 S. King Street Corner of S. King St. & Sheridan St. Close to Ala Moana Shpg Cntr & Wal Mart

942-4848

TEL.

www.fujio-food.com

Fook Yuen Seafood Restaurant Lunch Buffet Daily!

$9.95 Monday – Friday $10.95 Saturday & Sunday

Lunch 11 am – 2 pm Dinner 5:30 – 3 am Open Every Day!

Special Late Night Menu after 10 pm Featuring Rice Soup & Noodle/Look Funn Soup! *Must be ordered with an ala carte dish.

LOBSTER SPECIAL!

$10.99 per Lobster*

One Lobster per person. Dine-in only.

(808) 973-0168 www.mccullysc.com • Ample Parking Available in Basement off Pumehana St • 1960 Kapiolani Blvd. • Suite 200 • Hon. • HI 96826 2 0 | D I N I N G O U T | O CT. 2 - 8 , 2 0 1 1

WHERE TO DINE Panya

Makino Chaya

711 Queen St. 597-8880 1111 Bishop St. #4 536-8363 Ala Moana Center 946-6388 Royal Hawaiian Center 791-2969

Westridge Mall 486-5100

Makittii 2380 Kuhio Ave. 923-2260

CAFE

BUFFET

Anytime Cafe

Camellia Buffet 930 McCully St. 951-0511/0611

Market City Shopping Center 2919 Kapiolani Blvd 735-3888

Ho Ho Chinese Cuisine

Koko Cafe Hale Koa Hotel, 2055 Kalia Road 955-0555 Call for eligibility details. 949-4321

590 Farrington Hwy 692-9880

10 am – 4 pm Includes steamed rice, brown rice or fried rice and salad or 1 spring roll

(Between Macy’s & Radio Shack)

947-1332

Party Menu A • Egg Blossom Soup • Sweet Sour Spareribs • Beef Broccoli • Salt & Pepper Shrimp

• Steamed Fish • Oyster Sauce Chicken • Gon Lo Mein (Pancit) • Steamed Rice

8-10 people

Oktoberfest Lunch: Bavarian Bratwurst

Canton Seafood Restaurant

A Catered Experience

923 Keeaumoku St. 955-3388

94-1068 Ka Uka Blvd. 677-7744

CHINESE

Duck Yun 820 W. Hind Dr. Aina Haina Shopping Center 373-1303 or 373-4632

123 WOK 1111 MCully Street 955-8889

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL $15.95 Complete Dinner

Denver Omelet $6.95 * reg. $7.95

New Hours 5:30 - 6:45pm

Oxtail Soup $7.95* reg. $9.95

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

Weekly Special Features *Not combinable with any other offers.

M-F 8am-9:30pm • Sat-Sun 7am-9:30pm

Serving Breakfast all day! 98-330 Kaahele St., Aiea On Newtown Golf Driving Range

487-3363

(previously Bob’s Giant Malts & Bar-B-Que) Same Owners & Same Delicious Food 4510 Salt Lake Blvd. • Honolulu, Hawaii 96818 (next to Ice Palace at the Stadium Mall)

999 Bishop Street First Hawaiian Center

Call us at 526-1777

Kam Shopping Center | 847-1234 • 841-8668 | M-Sun 10:30am - 8:30pm

www.1132CAFE.com

or see the menu at:

PET FRIENDLY

Try Our Delicious Garlic Chicken Plate

Red Cabbage & Potatoes. Also Catering for your Office Events

Parties up to 200 people CALL FOR RESERVATIONS • 847-1234

Ocean front dining

999 Bishop Street • 526-1777 1132 Bishop St. Ste.131 • 521-1837

& after 10:30 p.m.

Sweet & Sour Pork (or Chicken)

California Wok Ala Moana Shopping Center, Ground Level (between Macy’s & Radio Shack) 947-1332

1132 Cafe

$11.45 Complete Lunch

Delicious, Healthy, Choices Low-Fat Chinese Cuisine Ala Moana Center

CATERERS

947-2836

Open 7 Days • 2700 So. King St.

Open Daily 10am–9pm

$7.25

487-6600

Catering Available

Valet parking available

Book your Holiday Celebration Now Great Dates Available • Expansive Menus • Ample Parking • No Tax

Festive Events at Affordable Prices COMPLIMENTARY UNCLE MOKI’S LAVA FLOW DESSERT WITH THE PURCHASE OF 2 DINNER ENTREES

Call 955-9609 or online www.halekoa.com Mention Promo code catxmas102sa at booking.

For complete eligibility visit www.halekoa.com Must present coupon. Not valid with any other discounts or specials. Exp 10/9/11.

OUTRIGGER REEF HOTEL • 2169 KALIA RD. • 923–2277 D I N I N G O U T | O CT. 2 - 8 , 2 0 1 1 | 2 1

WHERE TO DINE Golden Duck 1221 S. King St. 597-8088 4230 Waialae Ave., Kahala 737-7188

Golden Palace Seafood Restaurant

Jade Dynasty Seafood Restaurant

Maple Garden / Yen King

Ala Moana Shopping Center 1450 Ala Moana Blvd. 4th Floor - Ho’okipa Terrace 947-8818

909 Isenberg St. 941-6641

new

1113 Smith St. 545-3008

Happy Day Chinese Restaurant

Lung Fung Chinese Restaurant

3553 Waialae Ave. 738-8666

5724 Kalanianaole Hwy. 377-5566

FAMILY DINING

MANOA 988-5923

98-1277 Kaahumanu St. (across from Safeway)

2752 Woodlawn Drive

Breakfast Special

w w w. p a e s a n o h a w a i i . c o m

ON ON at McCully

East Honolulu

1110 McCully St. • 946-8833

Aina Haina Shopping Center 373-1303 or 373-4632

Smoked Meat Fried Rice

10.99

with any breakfast purchase & this ad. Not to be combined with any other offer. Exp 10/31/11.

w/ purchase of any entree through October 31, 2011

NOW OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Hong Kong Style Cuisine

From Bentos to Banquets & Picnics to Potlucks!

Lun Plate ches-ToW E

Regular menu only.

Cash Sale Only (With Coupon)

.95 ($7.50 Dine-in)

5% OFF

946-2073

(Across the Waikiki Post Office)

Whneirne gs

at the Colony Surf

MoAr re

in Breathtak

1st Sunday Champagne Brunch!

Nice Day Chinese Seafood Restaurant Liliha Square by Times Supermarket

524-1628

New Menu Changes Monthly!

Celebrating 10 Years!

PLEASE CALL FOR RESERVATIONS

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

Zack Shimizu Kool Guitar/Vocals, experience the gentle crashing waves, pure ocean breezes and awesome beauty of Hawaii.

10% OFF(Charge) • 15% OFF(Cash) Dim Sum & Reg. Menu Dine In Special!

5% OFF

(Charge) • Happy Day Chinese Restaurant

10% OFF(Cash)

3553 Waialae Avenue

Must present coupon Expires 10/31/11

Excludes set menu; Roast Pork, Roast Duck, Char Siu & other specials.

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2710 South King St. www.fukuyadeli.com

(3447)

www.eggsnthings.com • 343 Saratoga Road

Sunday Oct.2nd!

Excludes set menus; Roast Pork, Roast Duck, Char Siu & other specials. Not to be combined with any other offer. Expires 10/31/11.

Deli Hours: Wed-Sun 6am-2pm After hours catering available

923-EGGS

See You 1st

Credit Card Sale Only (With Coupon)

Hong Kong Dim Sum & Regular Menu Items

738-8666

www.fcsauces.com

serving... BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER 7 DAYS A WEEK

Does not apply to Lunches-to-go. No other discounts apply. Exp. 10/31/11.

3109 Waialae Ave. 735- POKE (7653)

Personalized Catering

coupon

10% OFF

45-1118 Kam Hwy 235-POKE (7653)

20% OFF

FREE Side Order

1380 S. King St. • 944-8288 • 11am - 3am Daily • www.lobsterkinghi.com

Chinese Restaurant

www.ononhawaii.com

Sat & Sun 8am – 11am

Live Lobster

Choice of: Steamed w/ Butter Black Bean Sauce, Ginger & Green Onion, Salt & Pepper, Specialty Sauce

(spicy sauce, can be served mild)

Bibas Hale Koa Hotel, 2055 Kalia Road 955-0555 Call for eligibility details.

Liliha Square 524-1628

ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL WAIMALU 485-8883

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

Kam Shopping Center 1620 N. School Street, #120 847-1234 / 841-8668

1055 Alakea St. 525-8585

449 Kapahulu Ave. 735-5544

Seafood Village Hyatt Regency Resort & Spa

Nice Day Chinese Seafood Restaurant

Mandalay (The)

Hee Hing Restaurant

946-8833

New Liu’s Chop Suey

Little Villlage Noodle House

111 N. King St. 521-8268

On On at McCully

ON ON at McCully 1110 McCully St.

8000 Sq. Ft. Restaurant • 32 ft. long stage • 7 private rooms • Free Sound & projection video system • Free Parking • Open 10:30am to 10:00pm

…Only at Michel ’s ~ FREE VALET PARKING ~ ENTERTAINMENT NIGHTLY ~ 2895 Kalakaua Ave. • 923-6552 • www.michelshawaii.com

Seafood Restaurant Ala Moana Center

(808)947-8818

FOR BANQUETS & PRIVATE PARTIES CALL 728-3463

jadedynastyhawaii.com

WHERE TO DINE BIG CITY DINER Waipio 678-8868 Kailua 263-8880 Kaimuki 738-8855 Pearlridge East 487-8188 Ward Entertainment Center 591-8891

IHOP

Kit N Kitchen

Shakey’s Pizza Parlor

Waikiki - 1850 Ala Moana Blvd • 949-4467 Waikiki - Kuhio & Lewers • 921-2400 Pearl City - Times Sq. SC • 486-4467 Kaneohe - Windward Mall • 235-4467 Hilo - Prince Kuhio Plaza • 959-2600

1010 University Avenue 942-7622

Le Cacao Bistro

Waipahu Town Center 94-060 Farrington Hwy., #D3 677-1919

3441 Waialae Ave.

JJ Bistro & French Pastry

Fresh Catch 45-1118 Kam Hwy 235-POKE (7653) 3109 Waialae Ave 735-POKE (7653)

Newtown Drive Inn

1540 South King Street 983-STAR (7827)

3447 Waialae Ave.

739-0993

Panya Bistro • Bakery • Bar

Kenny’s Restaurant

Ala Moana Center, Mauka - Mall Level 946-6388

The Old Saimin House 1311 N. King St. 847-7697

Wailana Coffee House

Rainbow Drive Inn

1860 Ala Moana Blvd. 955-1764

3308 Kanaina Ave. 737-0177

Kenny’s Express Hawaiian BBQ

885 Queen St. 4725 Bougainville Dr. 783-7901

Star of Honolulu Cruises & Events

98-330 Kaahele St. 487-3363

1620 N. School St. 841-0931

I Love Country Cafe

626-5368

Restaurant Epic

2nd Floor, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center 922-9333

Zippy’s

1131 Nuuanu Ave. 587-7877

Call the one nearest you.

Come enjoy our enhanced breakfast and lunch menus

YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

While surrounded by a waterfall garden setting, pond full of colorful koi and ulua fish. Featuring for breakfast: Homemade Kalua Pig or Corned Beef Hash, Eggs Benedict, Have your Oxtail Soup & much more. kids help w Lunch: House Smoked Big Island it Beef Pastrami Reuben, Tempura the fish feed h ing! Furikaki Catch of the Day, Oxtail Ramen & much more!

Purchase a Pumpkin Pin-up for $1 and receive a coupon for month of October $1OFF in the while supplies last

10% OFF

All proceeds will be donated to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital - working to cure childhood cancer.

A new twist on an old favorite

CINNAMON BREAD

New Hours of Operation:

Regular • Apple • Blueberry

Limited Time Offer

WARD CENTRE (Auahi Streetfront) 1200 Ala Moana 596-0066

KAILUA (Next to Boots & Kimo’s) 151 Hekili Street 230-8400

zpizza.com

Coupon Required • Expires 10/31/11

4369

Lawehana St. (across Target in Salt Lake) | OPEN Mon - Fri 6AM visit our website www.larrysbakery.com or find us on

- 1PM

Breakfast Service: Monday-Friday Saturday and Sunday Lunch Service: Monday-Friday Brunch Buffet: Saturday and Sunday Dinner Buffet: Wednesday-Sunday

6:30am-10:00am 6:30am-9:30am 11:00am-2:00pm 10:00am-2:00pm 5:00pm-9:30pm

*For information/reservations call Pagoda Restaurant at 948-8356 or go to our website at: Pagodahawaii.com

Weekend Special

Seafood Buffet Fri, Sat, Sun.

10% OFF Purchase of 10+ Dinner Buffets Private Parties Excluded. Exp. 10/31/11

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HO HO Chinese Cuisine 590 Farrington Hwy Kapolei Marketplace

Manapua Station Open 6am Mon-Sat / 8am Sun

Steamed/Baked Char Siu Pork Hash Half Moon Shrimp Dumpling Rice Cake and More! Specials are valid only with coupon at time of purchase Not to be combined with any other specials or promotions

692-9880

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Pre-Orders start October 3rd!

Pac Chili Vic $ .48* Frank 8 $

6.45

fast food

*50¢ from each Vic Pac sold will be donated to the Shane Victorino Foundation.

Prices slightly higher at Kahului. Chili Frank Plate offer valid 10/01/11 - 10/31/11. Vic Pac offer valid 10/01/11 - 11/30/11. Other restrictions may apply.

Prices slightly higher at Kahului. Some restrictions may apply. D I N I N G O U T | O CT. 2 - 8 , 2 0 1 1 | 2 3

WHERE TO DINE Hyâ€™s Steak House

FILIPINO

GREEK

2440 Kuhio Ave. 922-5555

Maxâ€™s Of Manila

Greek Marina

Ruthâ€™s Chris Steak House

94-300 Farrington Hwy 801 Dillingham Blvd. 951-6297

Monsoon India Discovery Bay (across Buffalo Wild Wings) 1778 Ala Moana Blvd., Ste 213 941-5112

Waikiki Business Plaza 2270 Kalakaua Ave. 923-3877

Early Bird $ Special Only

12.95

OF THE

Friday & Saturday October 7 & 8, 2011 11 A.M. - Midnight

922-6868

Open 7 Days from 11am-10pm

Served with: Sauerkraut, German potato salad & Bavarian red cabbage. Includes Salad Bar & Chocolate Mint Cake Breakfast Special: Crispy potato pancakes, Bratwurst & 2 Large $ eggs, any style. . . . . . . . .

975

SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCE SUNDAY . . . . . . . Melveen Leed

Chocolate sponge cake y mocha Dutch Apple Pie g.

Price slightly higher at Ala Moana, Pearlridge and Kahului.

MOCHA ROLL & DUTCH APPLE PIE EK 5th AL -WE Oct. I EC HE day, SP F-T dnes e -O u W SH thr

Breakfast Special

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Buy one get one FREE

955-1764

of Equal or Lesser Value Sat. & Sun. Only

Open 24 Hours 1860 Ala Moana Blvd. Validated Parking

All Uncleâ€™s is Always FrFish es never frozen h, !

â€˘ LUNCH $15.95 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM â€˘ DINNER $23.95 2:30 PM -10 PM

Crab Cake and Cajun Crusted Monchong | $22.95

KAL BI, SIRLOIN, CHICKEN, SASHIMI, SPICY PORK

Topped with sundried tomato and anchovy aioli Dine-in or Carry-out Available

*DISCOUNT EXCLUDES ALL BEVERAGESWITH THIS AD. EXP. 10/31/11.

MONDAY

10 AM - 3 PM |

TUES

SUN

10 AM - 9 PM

www.unclesfishmarket.com

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With coupon; one offer per coupon. CASH SALES ONLY. Not valid with any other promotion or discount. Expires Oct. 30, 2011

Hawaiiâ€™s Choice For Quality Dining & Catering! Serving Hawaii for more than 20 years

KOREAN CUISINE

930 McCully St. â€˘ 951-0511/951-0611

MONDAY . . . . . . . Jerry Santos & Hula TUESDAY . . . . . . . Robert Cazimero & Hula WEDNESDAY . . . . Robert Cazimero & Hula NATHAN AWEAU SATURDAY. . . . . . Danny Couch Every Friday FREE VALET PARKING â€˘ www.chefchai.com â€˘ Call 585-0011

Start Your Day with I Love Country Cafe

DI d only

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

50% OFF valid Sun, Mon & Tue with ad BRUCE SHIMABUKURU Expires 10/11/11. Thursday, Oct. 6

A customer favorite! Our Dutch Apple pies

streusel topping.

ocha Roll

Waimalu Plaza (across Safeway) 98-1277 Kaahumanu St. #119 485-8883 Manoa Marketplace 2752 Woodlawn Dr. 988-5923

Buy one dinner entree, receive 2nd entree

TRY OUR

Starts Oct. 1st!

Smoked $ 25 Ham Shank 15 Bratwurst $1250 Smoked Pork Chops $1395

Paesano Ristorante

INDIAN

Top of Waikiki

Aloha Tower Market Pl. 585-0011

Call for Reservations & Information 2284 Kalakaua Ave.

Ala Moana Center Hookipa Terrace 356-8300

Stage Restaurant 1250 Kapiolani Blvd. 237-5429

Chaiâ€™s Island Bistro

Sauteed Mahi with Lobster Sauce Steak & Shrimp Chicken Alfredo Pasta

Romanos Macaroni Grill

3040 Waialae Ave. 734-0404 1831 Ala Moana Blvd 941-3444 Ala Moana Food Court 949-2120

580 N. Nimitz Hwy. 545-7979

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

1137 11th Ave. 737-1937 2222 S. Beretania St. 941-4400

The Fat Greek

Sam Choyâ€™s BLC

Bali Steak and Seafood

Bella Mia Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria

Koko Marina Shopping Center 7192 Kalanianaole Hwy. 396-8441

Restaurant Row 599-3860 Waikiki Beach Walk 440-7910

FINE DINING

ITALIAN

â€˘ PRIVATE PARTY ROOM â€˘ CONVENIENT PARKING

WATERFRONT at PIER 38 | N. NIMITZ | 275-0063 Entrance one block Diamond Head from Young Brothers

Join us for LUNCH & DINNER | Plenty of FREE Parking

885 Queen Street Mon-Fri 7am - 6pm Sat-Sun 7am - 3pm

Navy Exchange Pearl Harbor NEX Food Court 2nd Floor

CATERING HOTLINE 783-7901

www.ilovecountrycafehawaii.com

WHERE TO DINE Z Pizza Ward Centre Auahi St. Shops 596-0066 Kailua 151 Hekili St. 230-8400

Hifumi Japanese Restaurant

Kozo Sushi

Chinese Cultural Plaza 536-3035

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

Hinone Mizunone 1345 South King St. 942-4848

JAPANESE G Sushi Market City Shopping Center 2919 Kapiolani Blvd. #23 732-9661

Sekiyaâ€™s Restaurant & Delicatessen 2746 Kaimuki Avenue 732-1656

Makino Chaya

Sumo Ramen

98-150 Kaonohi St. 486-5100

Kobe Japanese Steak House

Restaurant Suntory

1841 Ala Moana Blvd. 941-4444

Royal Hawaiian Shpg Cntr 3rd Flr. 922-5511

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

10.95 Chicken Salad with Oriental Dressing. $

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4 Types of Dim Sum (BBQ Pork Bun, Nori Spring Roll, Pork Hash, Seafood Dumpling) Beef & Broccoli. Kalua Short Ribs. Stir-Fried Assorted Vegetable. Seafood Fried Noodle. Dessert- Mango Pudding.

24.95 Duck Salad with Oriental Dressing. $

Specials not valid on Holidays. Advance Reservations required, please call 971-1818.$3 self park validation only.

Seafoodvillagehawaii.com Ask about our Kamaâ€˜aina Discount

Hyatt Regency Resort& Spa-Street Levelâ€˘2424 Kalakaua Ave., Ewa Tower

per person (4 people min)

Shrimp & Scallop Wrapped in Bacon. Live Dungeness Crab - Country Style. Honey Glazed Walnut Shrimp. Roasted Peking Duck. SautĂŠed Seasonal Vegetable. Chef Soâ€™s House Fried Rice. Dessert- Mango Pudding.

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WHERE TO DINE Sushi Company

Tanaka of Tokyo

1111 McCully Street 947-5411

East, in King’s Village, 922-4233 Central, in Waikiki Shopping Plaza, 922-4702 West in Ala Moana Cntr-Hookipa Terrace 945-3443

Sushi Ichiban 3579 Waialae Ave. 737-8820

Wahoo’s Fish Taco 626 Sheridan St. 596-0799

Ton Ton Ramen

Sushi King

Sushi San

3008 Waialae Ave. 734-2222

$1 OFF Any Bread

FREE PIZZA!

purchases over $4

Build your own 10” pizza with unlimited toppings.

2710 S. King St. 946-2073

BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE (Reg. $9.95each)

DAILY BREAD SPECIALS

*Take out only, w/coupon; not to be combined with any other offer. Expires 10/9/11.

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

Fukuya Delicatessen & Catering

99-115 Aiea Heights Drive 488-9727

Richo

Must present coupon • exp. 10/6/11 TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

OKAZUYA

El Charro Mexicano Aiea Restaurant

KOREAN

1411 Kapiolani Blvd, Suite 1 944-0670

(Next to Kahala Mall) 4614 Kilauea Ave. 732-9229

MEXICAN

95-050 Farrington Hwy, Waipahu 677-5388

2700 S. King St. 947-2836

940 Auahi St. #140 591-1646

Yakiniku Million

Also available Pasta • Burgers • Salads • Sandwiches OPEN TIL MIDNIGHT! 2919 Kapiolani Blvd., #218

MARKET CITY SHPG CNTR 735-3888

Order Today! Great for Tailgate Parties! See our Website for Menu

“All Natural no added chemicals”

801 Dillingham (next to Costco)

988-4310 2752 Woodlawn Dr. • Manoa Marketplace

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

Shrimp Scampi

Won Ton Noodle

Since 1945

94-300 Farrington Hwy, Waipahu (next to Savers)

951-MAXS (6297) maxsofmanila.com

Roast Turkey Feast - $89.95!

Make Someone’s Day Special

Try Our

NEW BUFFET!

Order one to two weeks in advance.

Ala Moana Center • Mall Level

(Mountain side, next to Shirokiya) 941- 6161

8-10 lb. Whole Roasted Turkey Poultry Gravy s Mashed Potatoes Stuffing s Cranberry Relish s Dinner Rolls Pumpkin Pie from Napoleon’s Bakery

delicious…

B.Y.O.B

LUNCH........ $16.99 DINNER.....$19.99

Pick up on Thanksgiving Day Nov. 24th, 8:30am - 2:00pm at the Hawaii Okinawa Center parking lot, 94-587 Ukee St.

M-F 11A - 3P, 5:30-10P • SAT-SUN 11A - 10P

1411 Kapiolani Blvd., Ste. 1 • 944-0670

Reheating instructions for fixings included.

Call 677-7744 to order!

TRY OUR POPULAR CATERING DISHES! RESTAURANT

SUNTORY Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, 3rd Floor

restaurantsuntory.com

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• Chinese Chicken Salad.............$30/sm.pan • Korean or Yakitori Chicken.....$33/sm.pan • Chow Mein................................$15/sm.pan • BBQ Beef Tri-Tip.......................$45/sm.pan • Mahi Mahi.................................$30/sm.pan • Sweet & Sour Pork...................$36/sm.pan Prices good thru 12/31/11

sm pan feeds 8–10 people

841-0931

Kam Shopping Center Open 6am Daily

WHERE TO DINE PACIFIC RIM 3660 on the Rise

Lobster King

Shabu Shabu House

1380 S. King St. 944-8288

“Japanese Style” Hot Pot 1221 Kapiolani Blvd. #108 597-1655

3660 Waialae Ave. 737-1177

Uncle’s Fish Market

TAIWANESE

Waterfront at Pier 38 275-0063

The Ocean House Restaurant

SHABU SHABU

Broadway Seafood & Oyster Bar 903 Keeaumoku St. 946-1888

Hanaki Restaurant Manoa Marketplace 2756 Woodlawn Drive 988-1551

Pho Kitchen

Jin Din Rou

2919 Kapiolani Blvd. 735-8488

1491 S. King St. 947-1133

2169 Kalia Rd., Outrigger Reef Hotel 923-2277

SEAFOOD

VIETNAMESE

THAI Bangkok Chef Pho My Lien

1627 Nuuanu Ave. • 585-8839 2955 E. Manoa Rd. • 988-0212 900 N. Nimitz Hwy. • 536-8570

98-150 Kaonohi St. 488-4900

a cut

above the rest.

Waialae Only 5:00 – 8:30

Chuckwagon Buffet for $26.95 Watch our UH Warrior Football games LIVE! ~.~

Sunday Brunch Buffet 9:00 – 2:00 Watch your favorite professional football games while you enjoy our Brunch Buffet ~.~

BYOB

Fresh Broiled Salmon

no corkage fee

with Mediterranean Sauces, Basmati Rice, Pita Bread and Greek Salad. www.thefatgreek.net Waialae - 734-0404

Waikiki - 941-3444

Ala Moana - 949-2120

3040 Waialae Ave. (Corner of St. Louis & Waialae) Open Daily 11am-10pm

1831 Ala Moana Blvd. (Between Ilikai & Kobe) Open Daily 11am-10pm

Ala Moana Food Court Mall Hours

Free Validated parking at Waikiki Marina

Kupuna Tuesdays Our Kupunas 60 and over Receive a 20% discount off of their checks ~.~ It is not too early to make your reservations for our Thanksgiving Brunch and Dinner Buffets.

580 Nimitz Hwy. 545-7979

wagyu new york strip, 14 ounces

www.panyagroup.com

www.samchoyhawaii.com

“Marinated in a Light Teri Sauce then Deep Fried. Very Tasty!” Sun-Thu 8am-10pm • Fri-Sat til 11pm Okazuya open daily from 8am

SEKIYA’S RESTAURANT & DELICATESSEN Serving Hawaii for 75 Years!

2746 Kaimuki Ave

732-1656

beachhousewaikiki.com • 921-4600 • Complimentary valet parking.

ACROSS KAIMUKI H.S. www.SekiyasRestaurant.com

by Chef JJ

@ LE CACAO BISTRO

Try Our Marinated Fried Chicken!

A fine steak. A fine experience.

New York Style

OCTOBER LUNCH & EARLY BIRD SPECIAL

ALA MOANA CENTER MALL LEVEL, MAUKA NEXT TO VICTORIA’S SECRET 946-6388

This Australian, kobe-style beef is masterfully grilled to provide a juicy and tender treat for your palate.

Introduces

Mon thru Thursday ONLY 3-4 COURSE MEAL: Soup or Salad • Appetizer

CHOICE OF ENTREES: NY Steak • Grilled Pork Rack • Grilled Chicken Breast Beef Tenderloin • Grilled Salmon or Opakapaka

CHOICE OF DESSERTS 20% OFF Mon-Thur 11am-2pm - 5-6pm @ Le Cacao Bistro

Now Serving... Steak, Seafood, Pizza, Pasta & Pastry Open Daily 11a – 9p for Lunch, Dinner & Afternoon Tea 3441 Waialae Ave • 626-5368 JJ Bistro - 3447 Waialae Ave • 739-0993 www.lecacaobistro.com D I N I N G O U T | O CT. 2 - 8 , 2 0 1 1 | 27

tableside

tableside @ Eggs nâ€™ Things ggs nâ€™ Things offers a great breakfast menu with omelets, pancakes, waffles and crepes all jazzed up with a bit of local flair. Husband-and-wife owners Jerry and Jan Fukunaga set up shop in 1974 and have been serving up fresh ingredients and regional flavors ever since. Located at 343 Saratoga Road, the restaurant also features an award-winning dinner menu. Call 923.3447.

Above: Servers Nani Rozkiewicz with Ham Chops and Eggs, and Paula Pruden Inset: Ham Chops and Eggs ($10.25) 1 | Steve Siegel and Francisco Termeer 2 | Asana Yamamoto and Sayuri Watase 3 | Kevin Eckhoff and Michelle McNeely 4 | Hiromi Yamada and Jeff Acres 5 | Curtis Allen and Matty Taga-Allen 6 | Karen Otis and Astrid Foreman 7 | Tom Chin, Vicki Sum, Chris Hui and Eve Chin. Leah Friel photos

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