Hawaii Mom Blog: April 2010
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April 25, 2010

Shiro's Saimin Haven

During the late winter chill we recently experienced, I was craving saimin, so we headed to Shiro's Saimin Haven.I got the Wun Tun Min with Garnishes.It tasted as good as it looked.And of course I had to get some French Fries with Gravy.After I became addicted to french fries with gravy after trying them for the first time in Victoria, BC, I always...
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April 23, 2010

Giovanni Pastrami

After spending the morning playing tourist in Waikiki a few weeks ago, we decided to get lunch at Giovanni Pastrami. The boys shared the Kids Pancakes. I ordered the Western Chicken Sandwich--a chicken sandwich topped with barbecue sauce, bacon, fried onion rings, and jack cheese. I normally don't like barbecue sauce, but this sandwich was good!...
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April 21, 2010

Phuket Thai

Recently I met @incirclepets at Phuket Thai in Mililani while she was in town visiting family and friends.We ordered Spring Rolls (poh pia).I thought they were really good. Crispy and tasty.And of course I had to order the Chicken Thai Fried Noodles (paht thai).It's really the only other thing I eat at Thai restaurants other than the spring rolls.Although...
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April 19, 2010

Wildlife at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort & Spa

When we decided to play tourist in Waikiki a few weeks ago, one of our stops was the Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort & Spa to see the various wildlife there.The main reason we went was to see the African Black-Footed Penguins. DS1 loves penguins so he enjoyed watching them.There were also turtles...lots of koi...African ibises... ducks......
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April 17, 2010

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Restaurant & Market

After taking the boys to Jungle Fun, we decided to eat lunch at Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Restaurant & Market.The boys shared the Kids Ping Pong Pepperoni Pizza. The meal also included a side and dessert (french fries and JELL-O) which came in a cute little boat.I ordered a Blueberry Smoothie (which I got for free after completing an online survey).And...
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April 15, 2010

Hawaii Army Museum

Even though I've passed by numerous times, I've never set foot into the Hawaii Army Museum until a few weeks ago, when our family played tourists in Waikiki.Admission is free, but they welcome donations.There were all sorts of exhibits both inside and outside of the museum, but we didn't get to spend too much time browsing because my boys were fussy.These...
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April 13, 2010

New Genki Ramen

Recently we ordered take out from New Genki Ramen.I ordered the Chicken Katsu Ramen.Now, I'm not a ramen expert like @wehearthawaii or @nanigurl, but I thought this ramen was just okay. I didn't like the soup (chicken and pork stock), and I don't care for bean sprouts, which there seemed to be too much off.However, I really liked the chicken katsu.I...
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April 11, 2010

Jungle Fun

I've never been to Jungle Fun until a few weeks ago, when we took the boys on a Furlough Friday.Located in the Ala Moana Center, this jungle-themed family entertainment center is geared mostly towards the little ones, although there are games that kids at heart can play too.The boys' first ride was in this car.Then they rode the mini merry-go-round.DS2...
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April 10, 2010

Mitch's Fish Market & Sushi Bar

I've heard a lot about this place but have never ventured out to Mitch's because I was always intimidated by the price tag of their food. But recently, I read a few blog posts on this place and saw that the quality was unparalleled as far as freshness was concerned. So tonight with a few friends, my mom & her husband, I hit Mitch's. You'll...
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April 9, 2010

MAC 24/7 Bar & Restaurant

After a morning at the Waikiki Aquarium, we decided to head to MAC 24/7 Bar & Restaurant (the restaurant is located in the Hilton Waikiki Prince Kuhio, and offers valet parking only). I recently joined the MAC 24/7 Bar & Restaurant eClub, and received a coupon via email for Free Mac Daddy Pancakes with purchase of an Entree (the coupon was...
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April 5, 2010

First Birthday Party at the Hawaii Okinawa Center (A Catered Experience)

First birthday parties are typically a big deal in Hawaii. There are usually a couple hundred guests. People hire musicians, magicians, balloon artists; some people have petting zoos, shave ice stands, and more, and and you have to reserve a space a year in advance (it's almost like planning a wedding!).The day I got home from the hospital after giving...
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