Hawaii Mom Blog: July 2015
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July 31, 2015

BREAD + BUTTER Grand Opening

Last night Hawaii Mom Blog was invited to the Grand Opening of BREAD + BUTTER, a new self-service venue by Hide Sakurai, the restaurateur behind Shokudo Restaurant and Buho Cantina y Cocina. BREAD + BUTTER offers a variety of menu items, including pizzas, pastas, sandwiches, salad, and soups.  At the Grand Opening hundreds of guests...
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Golden OREO-Stuffed Blondies Recipe

I love Golden OREOs.  They are my favorite type of OREO. So one day I figured stuffing Blondies with Golden OREOs would be just as good as stuffing brownies with regular OREOs To make them, just take any Blondie Recipe (I used this recipe from the Food Network Kitchen), place OREOs in the middle of the batter, and bake. YUM! Golden OREO-Stuffed...
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July 30, 2015

Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

  I love chocolate and oatmeal so I'm always looking for a reason to make some delicious chocolate chip oatmeal cookies. I had some extra time on a Friday night so I decided to look through a cookbook Gem gifted me called Sally's Baking Addiction for some inspiration.  I found a recipe called oatmeal scotchies that looked like it could...
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Beach Eats from Malama Market

When we plan to hit the beach on the North Shore, we often stop at Malama Market to pick up some beach eats. They have all kinds of things to keep you satisfied once hunger strikes - sandwiches, salads, hot entrees, poke, and lots of snacks and desserts. Sub Sandwich Salad Assorted baked goods They are one of the few places in Haleiwa...
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July 29, 2015

Rocksbox - Get Your First Month Free!

Complimentary subscription was provided for review purposes. I received another set of jewelry and I must say, I love it! I received the Kendra Scott Rayne Necklace in White Mother of Pearl, the Gorjana Gisele Midi Ring and the Sophie Harper Large Pave Dagger Studs. They go quite nice all together. Rocksbox is perfect for those who love jewelry...
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Family Roots Cafe in Kalihi

Family Roots Cafe is a small cafe located in the corner of the Belt Collins Center in Kalihi near Subway.  They are known for their acai bowls and smoothies.  I've only been here once, but I am already a huge fan of their acai bowls!  I got the mini ($6.95) and it was huge!  The acai is mixed with strawberries, blueberries,...
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Islands Fine Burgers and Drinks - A Family Fave

Just a few weeks ago our family dined at Islands Fine Burgers and Drinks for lunch.  It's one of our favorite restaurants in Ala Moana Center, and we were excited to be invited back for another great meal. Mixed Berry Cooler Gremmie Menu Jr. Macaroni & Cheese with French Fries Li'l Hot Dogger with Pineapple Hana Hou Burger Kaanapali...
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July 28, 2015

bodycology Velvet Plum Moisturizing Body Cream Review

Disclosure: Complimentary product was received for review purposes. About bodycology Velvet Plum Moisturizing Body Cream (SRP $3.99)The lush blend of violet leaf, plum blossom and sweet jasmine petals is as smooth as velvet. Smooth bodycology Velvet Plum Moisturizing Body Cream over skin, giving special care to dry or rough areas to enjoy long-lasting...
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Makapu'u Point Lighthouse Trail: Great Hike for Families

The Makapu’u Lighthouse Trail is a great family-friendly hike and perfect for newbie hikers like me.  There is a small parking lot that opens at 7am which fills up fast.  We arrived at 7:45am on a Saturday and already had to park alongside the road.    The trail is paved with a slight incline so it’s very popular. ...
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Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden

On a recent Sunday we had the afternoon free and didn't want to drive into town, so we decided to check out Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden. Little did we know how big and picturesque this park is. The park has many programs for people of all ages. One of the most popular programs is Family Fishing. Fishing hours are on Saturdays and Sundays, 10:00...
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July 27, 2015

My Eco 4-in-1 Bag Set Review + Discount

Ever since the plastic bag ban has been in effect on Oahu, I've been having a really hard time remembering to bring my reusable bags to the grocery store.  I'll either forget them at home or if I do remember, I'll only have one bag to squeeze a cart full of groceries into.   The My Eco 4-in-1 bag set has proven to be the answer to...
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MW Restaurant Tea and Baker Faire

Too beautiful to eat! MW Restaurant's Kayleigh Strawberry Macaron Cheesecake I had been to a Baker Faire held last year in August and all I remembered was standing in a very looooong line and then discovering that all of Christopher Sy's (of The Breadshop) croissants were sold out.  With that horrifying memory in mind, I made it a point...
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