Happy New Year from Dana Labels!

We wish you a safe, happy and prosperous 2011!

Happy New Year!

Looking for Something to Do on New Year's Eve?

NEW YEAR'S 2010 "PARTY OF THE YEAR" AT ALOHA TOWER

Experience the ultimate fireworks show along with over 20 DJ’s, Video DJ’s and live bands playing an array of music to include 70’s, 80’s, 90’s, 2k, and today’s hits.  Music genres include Disco, Funk, Dance, Hip-Hop, Reggae, Alternative, and more.  Ages 21 and over only.  Tickets starting at $15 are available at all T&C Surf locations, all military outlets, UH Campus Center or online at groovetickets.com & inticketing.com.

Where:  Aloha Tower Marketplace: Gordon Biersch, Waterfront, Don Ho’s,
            VIP Suite (formerly Big Island Steak House), and more..
When:  Friday, December 31st, 8 pm to 2 am

http://www.alohatower.com/1674/new-years-eve-2010-party-of-the-year/

NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY & PINEAPPLE DROP AT THE KAHALA HOTEL

The countdown to 2011 begins in grand Hawaiian style with a giant, eight-foot papier-mâché, LED-lighted pineapple dropping from the rooftop down ten stories at midnight—a Kahala Hotel & Resort “first” this New Year’s Eve.  The after-dinner poolside New Year’s Eve Gala begins at 10pm and features live music by Jeanette Trevias and the Mad Men and dancing, and a fully-stocked bar available for drink purchases. Enjoy bringing in the New Year under the stars overlooking a moonlit Kahala bay—Only in Hawaii!
At precisely midnight, the giant pineapple will descend gracefully from atop the ten-story rooftop, lighting the way to 2011 for a celebration you won’t soon forget. What a way to bring in 2011!  To RSVP please call 739-8760 or email restaurants@kahalaresort.com

Where:  The Kahala Hotel, Poolside
When:  Friday, December 31st, 10 pm to 12:30 am

http://www.kahalaresort.com/promotions-page.cfm

Kadomatsu - Happy Shots (December 2010)

Click here if you want to learn more about Japanese New Year's Traditions

Marukai's Mochi Micro-Baker

We love mochi, especially Chi Chi Dango!  Marukai's Mochi Micro-Baker makes it fast and easy to make delicious Chi Chi Dango!  It's one of our favorite gadgets! 

Strawberry Chi Chi Dango made with Marukai's Mochi Micro-Baker

Chi Chi Dango Recipe (for use with Micro-Baker)

1-1/2 cups mochiko (sweet rice flour)
1 cup sugar
1-1/2 cups water
2 Tablespoons Nesquik (optional, for strawberry flavor)
katakuriko (potato starch)

Mix together mochiko, sugar, and water in large bowl.  Add strawberry nesquik powder, if desired.  Pour the mixture into greased micro-baker.  Bake in microwave oven for 5 minutes on high (100% power), then 2 minutes on medium (50% power).  After cooled, cut with plastic knife* and roll in katakuriko.

*Please note:  Using the plastic knife is very important.  It makes it really easy to cut the mochi.

Main ingredients for Chi Chi Dango (Sweet Rice Flour, Potato Starch, Sugar)

Add Strawberry Nesquik for Strawberry Flavor

Happy Holidays from Dana Labels!

We wish you and your loved ones a wonderful 
Christmas weekend full of yummy food, 
great friendship, love & laughter!

Ugly Cookies?

Crispy.  Yummy.  Just the right balance of salty and sweet.  Made with delicious Kona Chips.  We love them!  Be sure to pick some up when you visit the Big Island.  They are also available at the Longs Store in Manoa.  Happy Eating!

Happy Eating at:
Furukawa-Sansei Chips, Inc.
82-6155 Mamalahoa Hwy
Kona, HI 96704
Ph:  (808) 323-3785

www.konachips.net

Hawaiian Santa with Ukulele - Happy Shots (December 2010)

Santa Arrives at Watanabe Bakery

Just in time for Christmas.  Be sure to check out this super cute Santa pastry at Watanabe Bakery.  Happy Eating!
 
Happy Eating at:
Watanabe Bakery
2065 S. Beretania Street, Suite 100
Honolulu, HI  96826
Ph:  946-1074

Snickerdoodle Bars

We love fast and easy recipes, especially during the holidays.  This Snickerdoodle Bar recipe is not only fast and easy, its delicious too.  Enjoy!

Snickerdoodle Bars

Grease a 13" x 9" pan and set aside.  Prepare sugar cookie mix as directed on package and set aside.  In a small bowl, combine 1 cup of sugar with 1 teaspoon of cinnamon (you can use more cinnamon if you like) until evenly mixed.  Drop dough by rounded teaspoons (one at a time) into the cinnamon-sugar mix and coated evenly.  Place coated cookie rounds into the pan.  Press all the cookie rounds flat until they cover the bottom of the pan.  Bake for 20 to 22 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown. 

Le Guignol Gourmet Cookies

Light. Flavorful. Delicious. Le Guignol's gourmet cookies put a smile on our faces.  Happy Eating!

Happy Eating at:

Le Guignol French Restaurant
1010 South King Street, Suite 108
Honolulu, HI  96814
Ph.  591-1809

 

http://www.leguignol.org/live/

Mini Ice Cream Scooper - Great Gadget!

As I've written before, I am not a big fan of kitchen gadgets.  So, when a friend told me about using a mini ice cream scooper to make perfect (looking) cookies, I was a little skeptical.  Since she is an avid baker and her baked goods always come out looking perfect, I decided to give it a try.  The mini scooper is a cute itty bitty thing, so I expected the cookies to be tiny too.  To my delight, the cookies came out the perfect size and they looked great.  It made measuring the cookie batter super easy.  The mini scooper I use is 1-1/4 inches in diameter.  If you like slightly bigger cookies, then you'll probably prefer the scooper that is 1-1/2 inches in diameter.  Happy Baking!

1-1/4" Scooper (left) & 1-1/2" Scooper (right)

Moanalua High School Winter Craft Fair 2010

Fabulous crafts, plants, gift items & ono food.  Over 200 booths.

Where:  Moanalua High School Winter Craft Fair

             2825 Ala Ilima St.

When:  Saturday, December 11th, 9 am - 3 pm

Hawaiian Santa Ornament - Happy Shots (December 2010)

Super cute!

Watanabe Bakery - Super Cute & Yummy!

Super Cute.  Sweet Center.  Happy Kids.  All sorts or yummy pastries and breads for the whole family.  Happy Eating!
 
Happy Eating at:

Watanabe Bakery
2065 S. Beretania Street, Suite 100
Honolulu, HI  96826
Ph:  946-1074

 

 

 

Great Deals at PlayHawaii

Looking for a great deal?  Check out PLAYHawaii.  We have seen some great deals and tried some new companies after seeing them on PlayHawaii.  The website helps customers get great deals on a variety of different restaurants, products and services in Hawaii. 

Here's how it works...

Visit PLAYHawaii.com to see the latest deal and discover new places or sign up for their deal email. Each deal needs a minimum number of people to get the deal.  It's free to join and share with others. If they get the minimum, everyone gets the deal. Otherwise, your card's not charged. They email you an e-voucher when the deal closes.

Is PLAY legit?  According to their website...

They work directly with the merchant partners to negotiate exclusive deals on your behalf to make sure that their vouchers are honored by the merchant. If you have any questions, you can email them at help@playhawaii.com.

http://www.playhawaii.com/page.php?page=faq

Everybody Loves a Parade & Tree Lighting!

The magic of Christmas comes alive with the annual Honolulu City Lights Electric Light Parade and Christmas Tree Lighting.  Enjoy the wonderful sight of vehicles and floats adorned with lights and great music by 13 high school marching bands.  Happy Holidays!

Where:  Parade proceeds down King Street
             from River Street to Kawaihao Street
When:  December 4th, Starting at 6 p.m.

First Friday - December 2010

First Friday is a monthly event that brings culture, art, galleries, shops, restaurants and entertainment to the people of Honolulu in Chinatown.  Be sure to check out...

Chinatown Courtyard - One Night Stand in the The Chinatown Courtyard from 5:30 to 9:30 pm

The Mendonca Building's magical Courtyard is open again for First Friday in December to give you an opportunity to see some beautiful pieces of art and watch jewelry being created on the spot. You can not only support the Arts but do some early Christmas shopping as well. 

Where:  Chinatown/Downtown/Aloha Tower Marketplace
When:  Friday, December 3rd, Main events between 5 pm and 9 pm

http://www.firstfridayhawaii.com/

Magical Holidays at Honolulu Chocolate Company

Magical Holiday Decorations.  Delicious Chocolates.  Happy Holidays!

 

 

http://honoluluchocolate.com/