Visit Anchorage: New Sagaya

We went to check out New Sagaya, a grocery store that specializes in Asian foods, for omiyage. 

New Sagaya reminded me of a Don Quijote or Marukai.

We didn't find too much omiyage, but if you're in need for Asian snacks or ingredients, New Sagaya is the place to go.

At New Sagaya, you'll also find lots of fresh seafood, a bakery, deli, and more. 

We even found some local Hawaii products!  

Although we didn't find as much omiyage as we hoped for, we did leave with some made-in-Alaska gifts, as well as some snacks!  

New Sagaya
3700 Old Seward Hwy

Anchorage, AK 99503

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Visit Anchorage: The Ulu Factory

Unlike the ʻulu that we are familiar with in Hawaii, the ulu that The Ulu Factory sells is actually a type of knife that the natives in Alaska created from rocks, and eventually they were made with steel.

It is still commonly used today around the world.

An employee can demo it for you, and answer any questions you may have (one common question was how to care for it).

We did not buy one since we are a carry-on only family and I'm sure this would not have passed security. 

Even if you're not interested in buying an ulu, the factory has a nice selection of Alaskan-made products to buy as souvenirs or gifts!

The Ulu Factory
211 West Ship Creek Avenue
Anchorage, Alaska 99501-1603

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Visit Anchorage: Summit Spice & Tea Co.

On our last day in Alaska, we went to Summit Spice & Tea Company to get some omiyage.

Not only do they have an amazing selections of spices and teas, but their selection of Alaskan-made goods is quite impressive. 

Not only did I buy teas, but I also bought cookies, chocolates, smoked salmon, tin fish, baking mixes, and more - all made in Alaska.

They also have a curated selection of non-Alaskan made goods.

Summit Spice & Tea Co. was the best spot to shop for omiyage!

Summit Spice & Tea Co.

3030 Denali St #2

Anchorage, AK 99503

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One2buy

After dinner in Pearl Kai, we went over to One2buy to check out what they had. 

I didn't expect to buy as much as I did, but I got all sorts of snacks - different flavors of Cheetos, coriander Doritos (I love cilantro), bamboo Lay's, and more. 

I also bought some of the Strawberry Milkshake Pepsi for the kids to try. 

I do wish they had ice cream! 

The prices are very reasonable, so it won't break the bank to try all kinds of interesting flavors of snacks.


One2buy
98-159 Kamehameha Hwy 

Aiea HI 96701

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Big Island Candies' Lemon Shortbread Dipped Combo Box

Mahalo to Big Island Candies for the complimentary box!

Big Island Candies' Lemon Shortbread Dipped Combo Box is the perfect treat to celebrate the flavors of summer.  

The lemony shortbread is so bright and tasty on its own, the blueberry and raspberry white chocolate takes them to another level.  

Both flavors are delightful, but if I had to choose a favorite, it would be the blueberry.

The Lemon Shortbread Dipped Combo Box includes 8 each of the popular Raspberry White Dipped Lemon Shortbread, and the new Blueberry White Dipped Lemon Shortbread ($23 at the Ala Moana Center location and $21 online, via mail order, and at the Hilo Flagship Store & Factory).  

These cookies are an ideal summer treat!

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Diamond Head Chocolate

A couple of decades ago, someone gave me chocolate-covered graham crackers from Honolulu Chocolate Company, which later re-branded to Diamond Head Chocolate, and I was a fan ever since. 

I had no idea they opened up a location in Waikele a few years ago, so I recently visited. 

It's a chocolate-lover's dream - OREOs, fortune cookies, bark, berries, wafo rolls, and more are covered in chocolate to satisfy your chocolate cravings. 

They have pre-packed treats as well as a display of chocolates and other goodies you can buy by the piece (like the chocolate-covered graham crackers). 

Stop in for omiyage or for the perfect chocolaty treat!

Diamond Head Chocolate
94-798 Lumiaina St #416
Waipahu HI 96797

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Wholesale Unlimited

Wholesale Unlimited is one of my favorite spots to pick up omiyage.  

With several locations around the island, you're not far from being able to pick up some goodies for a trip, graduation, a birthday, or just because.  

I usually go to the Waipahu location, and my go-tos are li hing gummy bears, chocolate gummy bears, Betty's Best cookies, rice crackers, and whatever is on the "What's New" section.

On my most recent visit, in addition to my standard picks, I also got the Wasabi Shirayuki and the Strawberry Shortcake Crunch.

With such a huge selection, I always leave with something new-to-me each time.  

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Visit Anchorage: Alaska Sausage & Seafood

We stopped at Alaska Sausage & Seafood for omiyage.  

They offer a nice selection of sausages, smoked fish, and more.

There are even samples for you to try!

They also process and pack fish and game that you may catch!  

At the shop you'll find lots of European-made goods, as the original owner was from Europe.

Definitely stop in for some omiyage!

Alaska Sausage & Seafood

2914 Arctic Blvd

Anchorage, AK 99503

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Visit Anchorage: Alaska Wild Berry Products

Alaska Wild Berry Products is known for their jams and jellies, but they also make chocolates!  Since we are carry-on only, we didn't pick up any jars of jams or jellies, so we got a lot of chocolate!

As soon as you walk in, you'll be greeted with the World's Largest Chocolate Falls. 

You can watch chocolates being made (not much was happening when we went towards the end of the day).

There were so many chocolates to choose from, but after asking an employee, she said the jelly center chocolates were popular, since they are filled with their homemade jams and jellies, so we got a variety.

They were luscious!

They also have packaged goods, and we bought a lot for omiyage.

They also have a huge selection of souvenirs and gifts.

Alaska Wild Berry Products
5225 Juneau St

Anchorage, AK 99518

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Big Island Candies x 88 Tees Collaboration

Big Island Candies is my absolute fave omiyage to give whenever I travel, and I love that they once again teamed up with the iconic 88 Tees for a new collaboration, with a message to share aloha — not only with others, but also with the natural world around us.

With that sentiment in mind, the new collaboration features 88 Tees’ characters Yaya and Kuku having fun out on the ocean, while, a portion of proceeds from the sales of the collaboration box through June 30 will benefit 808 cleanups.

I was invited to a media event for the launch of the products - they are just the cutest!  These products are available for a limited time. Get your hands on them now and share the aloha!

Details:

• Collaboration box: includes three Milk Chocolate Dipped Macadamia Nut Shortbreads, three Chocolate Chip Macadamia Nut Shortbreads, three White Dipped Lemon Shortbreads, three Coconut Shortbreads, one Milk Chocolate Covered Macadamia Nut Brownie, one Dark Chocolate Covered Macadamia Brownie, and two Milk Chocolate Covered Macadamia Nut Toffees ($24.25 online and Hilo; $25.50 at Ala Moana Center).
• T-shirt, offered in pink or beige: sizes S-XL ($32.99 Hilo and Ala Moana Center).
• Tote bag ($29.99 Hilo and Ala Moana Center location.
• Stickers exclusively at 88 Tees in Waikiki ($5.00 each).

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