Visit Maui: Tiffany's Restaurant & Bar

I was excited to return to Tiffany's Restaurant & Bar for the Fat Chow Funn!  

Fat Chow Funn

It never disappoints!  What I didn't expect was to fall in love with another dish . . . 

Crispy Chicken

The Crispy Chicken was sooooo good! It was sprinkled with sinigang dust, and served with shrimp chips and a calamansi shoyu. The chicken was perfectly cooked, and the entire dish was just umami-filled!

Miso Butterfish

The Miso Butterfish was very delicious as well. The fish was delicate and so flavorful.

I need to go back with more people so I can try out even more dishes from the very extensive menu at Tiffany's!

Tiffany's Restaurant & Bar

1424 Lower Main St

Wailuku, HI 96793

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Visit Maui: Jack's Inn

Despite my many trips to Maui, I never heard of Jack's Inn until recently, when I did a search for breakfast spots near the airport.

They offer a nice breakfast-all-day menu, as well as lunch items.

When I saw saimin was offered only for lunch, I was bummed, but I took a chance and asked if I could order it (at 10am), and the woman said they just got their delivery of noodles so we can order it (they ran out the previous week)!

They use Maui-based Iwamoto noodles.

Won Ton Mein

I had the Won Ton Mein, which was so good!  The thick noodles, tasty won tons, roast pork and delicious broth made for a welcoming bowl of comfort food.  

Dry Mein

The serving of Dry Mein was enormous, and it comes with some broth on the side.

It was such a great spot for saimin.  I look forward to returning to try other local faves!

Jack's Inn

312 Alamaha St

Kahului, HI 96732
 

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Little Vessels Donut Co.

While in Kaimuki, I saw the sign for Little Vessels Donut Co., and even though I had already picked up some sweets from elsewhere, I thought "why not?"  I'm in the area, so I may as well take advantage of the opportunity.

Little Vessels Donut Co. specializes in vegan donuts made with coconut milk, coconut oil, and no eggs.

And they are delish!

Rosemary Pumpkin Cheesecake

Classic Vanilla

Chocolate Sprinkles

Chai Masala Brulee

Orange Cardamom

Calamansi Cookie Cream

We were told the Classic Vanilla is a favorite, so of course I had to try it.  It sure was yummy!

The yeast donuts are crafted in small batches, and they were fluffy with just the right amount of chew.

I had no idea vegan donuts could be so delish!

Little Vessels Donut Co.

3458 Waialae Ave Corner of Waialae Ave &, 9th Ave

Honolulu, HI 96816

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Moke's Bread & Breakfast

After running 13.1 miles in the Uloha Half Marathon, my niece and I rewarded ourselves with a hearty breakfast at Moke's Bread & Breakfast in Kailua.  I chose Moke's because it's very casual, laid back, and it feels like you're eating at someone's house. It was my niece's first time here, and I knew she'd love it.

We got the last open table when we arrived. The food came out pretty quick considering the restaurant was full. We shared the following two dishes:

Home-made corned beef hash (there was an upcharge for the fried rice)

Sunrise Breakfast #2 

This was a nice balance of carbs and protein, which we both craved after running for 2+ hours. 

If you're not wanting to drive out to Kailua to check them out, you can go to their second location in Kaimuki!

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MOKE'S BREAD & BREAKFAST
27 HOOLAI STREET
808-261-5565

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Liliha Bakery

When you think of Liliha Bakery, you probably think of pancakes, waffles, loco mocos, and omelettes.  But did you know they have a mouth-watering lunch and dinner menu as well?

Since we were near the OG location off of School Street during our lunch, the husband and I stopped in for lunch. We both felt like eating fish, so the husband got the grilled mahi mahi plate, and I ordered the grilled mahi mahi sandwich (I had a smaller appetite).

We were not expecting such a big piece of fish! Granted it's a flat slice of fish, but it was still a pretty big portion of fish. And we liked that they offered multi-grain rice as an option.

The sandwich version came with a choice of bread, so I asked for it on a sweet bread roll - it was delicious! I only wish they had French fries on the menu.

There were a handful of people eating the cheeseburger, and part of me regretted not getting the burger.  But there's always next time!

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LILIHA BAKERY

515 N. Kuakini Street

808-531-1651

 

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Visit Maui: Koholā Brewery

While on Maui, we dined at Koholā Brewery for lunch one day.

It's a very family-friendly eatery, with shareable dishes and alcohol-free drinks that the kids can enjoy!

Baby Beach Sprtiz

Crispy Mahi Mahi Sando

Side 'O Fried Fries

I'd Smash That Burger

Hurricane Musubi

The Hurricane Musubi was filled with crab and spicy tuna.

Steamed Southern Fried Chicken Buns

The Steamed Southern Fried Chicken Buns were delish!  The chicken was juicy, and served with bacon jam and Mama Helen's southern gravy.  The bao buns made this dish extra filling.  I think the chicken would've been great on its own too!

Crispy Corn Dog

The Crispy Corn Dog was huge!  It was filled with prosciutto-wrapped mozzarella. 

Service was good and we really enjoyed the food.  

Koholā Brewery
112 Wailea Ike Dr
Kihei, HI 96753

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Visit Big Island: Na‘au — November Tasting Menu

Naʻau's November Tasting Menu theme is Canoe Plants & Animals.  The early Polynesian Voyagers brought with them a number of plants and animas that have become integral to Hawaiʻi's food culture.  The dishes for the menu included:

NAʻAU "PB&J" (BURNT MISO **CHICKEN LIVER PÂTÉ + 'ĀKALA GEL)

**TAKENOKO KINPIRA

HOUSE LOCAL **PORK BACON SALAD

**ʻULU THREE WAYS

**ʻŌLENA-CURED FISH & ** POI ^ 

**PALULA "PANEER" 

"HULI-HULI" **CHICKEN

**BANANA BREAD with **HAUPIA ICE CREAM

December's menu theme will be Kai to 海!  Click here for tickets. 

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