Highly Anticipated Podmore Now Open

Pretty much the only things I looked forward to in August were the kids going back to school, my birthday and the opening of bar Podmore.  I was very excited that my friend scored a reservation on my birthday and Podmore's opening weekend.

Full disclosure, to dine at Podmore, you will need to show either negative Covid test results taken within 48 hours, or a full vaccination card completed at least two weeks prior to your visit. You will also need to show your ID.

Walking into Podmore was like stepping out of Hawaii and into a beautiful European restaurant.  It's absolutely gorgeous and so very chic and luxe.  

The cocktail menu is divided into three parts: Specialty, House, and Classics.  I ordered The Chung Chow, one of the three Specialty cocktails, made with Pimm's No 1, cucumber, mint, strawberry, orange, and lemon.  It's served with colorful tiny ice spheres of the same flavors and beautifully presented.

The Chung Chow

Even though we had dinner reservations afterwards, it didn't stop us from ordering everything from the savory menu.  They were small bites, but all together, it ended up being a lot so we ended up canceling the last item to show.  The evening snacks were all very delicious and the presentation was top notch.  My very favorites were the Scotch Quail Eggs and Hamachi Roll.

Scotch Quail Eggs

Beet Cracker

Steamed Ricotta Dumplings

Salmon Duo

Roasted Pork Bun

Foie Gras Parfait

Hamachi Roll

Devils on Horseback

For September, I am looking forward to the holiday, returning to Podmore, and when Podmore's start serving brunch.

Podmore
202 Merchant Street
Honolulu, Hawaii

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WorkPlay Soft Opening December 20

A brand new space in Kaka`ako, WorkPlay, soft opens tomorrow!

I had a chance to get a sneak peek of this classy, yet chill coffee shop / bar / lounge.

Mural by Jasper Wong

The Absinthe Room

Offering premium coffee and craft cocktails, WorkPlay will also offer light bites, such as crepes, cheeses, and charcuterie.  

With plenty of space, including four private rooms, as well as a stage for live entertainment, WorkPlay is perfect for cofficing, pau hana, or a GNO.

The Whiskey Room

The Soft Opening is December 20, and the Grand Opening will take place on Friday, January 18, from 6p - midnight.  

As part of the Grand Opening Celebration, proceeds from this ticket-only event benefit American Heart Association Hawaii. Event features 2 complimentary cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, live entertainment by Award-Wining alt, folk, pop sensation Streetlight Cadence.

For more information about this event - Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/workplay-grand-opening-tickets-53712441358 

Cocktails by Gabrielle Maser

All Nighter

Unexpected Day Off

The Monday Blues

Night on the Town

Boys Night Out

WorkPlay
814 Ilaniwai Street (Ground Floor)
Honolulu, HI 96813

17 marked Parking Stalls available along Ilaniwai Street, Public Parking at Kauhale Kakaako parking structure (until 8:30pm). 

Hours from 12/20: Monday - Wednesday 7am-10pm, Thursday - Saturday 7am - 12am. CLOSED for the holidays: 12/24-01/01.

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Visit Kona: Kaiulu Lounge at Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay

During our stay at the Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay, we had access to the Kaiulu Lounge (select rooms come with Club Lounge access, or you may upgrade your resort experience for a fee).  

The Kaiulu Club Lounge offers guests an Enhanced Continental breakfast in the mornings, as well as Appetizers and Drinks in the evenings.  

You can select from eggs, sausages, cereals, fruits, yogurts, and more each morning.

 

During the evenings, we munched on pizzas, skewers, veggies, chips and dips, meats, and cheeses.

In the evenings cookies are also offered!  

Coffee, waters, juices, and soft drinks are available for guests to enjoy, and in the evenings guests can also opt for wine and beer.

You can get quite filled up on all of the offerings each day, which saves you time and money.  It's so convenient to just go to the lounge to grab a bite, sip on a drink, or eat a full meal's worth of food.  

The spacious lounge overlooks the ocean, and not only can guests go there to eat and drink, but they can use the computer station, watch TV, or read the newspaper.

Guests have access to the lounge from 6:00am to 11:00pm daily. 


Kaiulu Lounge
Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keahou Bay
78-128 Ehukai St
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
(808) 930-4949

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