Have a wonderul day!

Papa's Burgers in Market City

Papa's Burgers have only been open for about a week and they are quickly becoming one of our favorite places to eat!  Here's some of the reason's why:

Natural - They only use 100% Big Island, 100% Grass-Fed Beef.
Fresh - They cut their fries from whole potatoes daily.
Local - They make every attempt to support local farmers.
Delicious - Awesome burgers.  Fun ingredients.  Terrific fries.  Yummy Shakes!

Happy Eating @:
Papa's Burgers
2919 Kapiolani Blvd
Honolulu, HI  96826

(808) 732-5100

 

Pork Miso Burger with Egg

Cheeseburger

Fries with Chili Aioli Sauce

Peanut Butter Shake

 

www.papasburgershawaii.com

Happy Halloween!

Have a safe and wonderful Halloween!

Fun Halloween Links:

http://familyfun.go.com/halloween/

http://holidays.kaboose.com/halloween/

Hallowbaloo 2011

 

Hallowbaloo Street Festival & Club Hallowbaloo 

Where:  Nu'uanu Avenue & Surrounding Areas

When:  October 27th to October 31st

For more info on times and events, be sure to check out
http://www.hallowbaloo.com/home.html

Nonstop Kaka'ako 2011

http://www.nonstopkakaako.com/

Magic Island Carnival 2011

LOCATION

Magic Island at Ala Moana Park

2011 DATES

October 14, 15, and 16, 2011

FAIR HOURS

Friday	6 p.m. to Midnight
Saturday	10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sunday	10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Management reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to close early.

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RIDE WRISTBANDS
A 10-ride wristband will be sold on the carnival grounds during the following times:

Saturday	10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday	10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The cost is $25.00 per wristband. Wristbands must be purchased by 4 p.m., but the ride tabs on the wristband may be used until closing on the day purchased or until all 10 tabs have been used, whichever occurs first.

DISCOUNT RIDES
All rides 3 coupons each.

Sunday

6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

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PARTY PACKAGE
The Magic Island Carnival is a great place to celebrate a birthday or have a team or club outing.
Cost:

• $275 - Minimum 10 people
• Each additional person - $27.50

Each guest receives:

• Wristband for 10 rides
• Pizza (2 slices per person - cheese or pepperoni
• Soda

Party Package also includes:

• Gift for the birthday child
• Reserved seating in the dining tent
• Staff to serve food and clean up

Other:

• Parents may bring cake or cupcakes but no other food or beverage
• Additional food and beverages are available for purchase at the carnival
• Cash or Credit Card only
• Advance reservations required - call (808)682-5767 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday to book your party.
• Party Package available Saturday and Sunday only.

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FREE ENTERTAINMENT
E. K. Fernandez Shows presents:


MALTESE FAMILY CIRCUS TROUPE

Friday	8:00 p.m., 10:30 p.m.
Saturday	3:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m., 9:30 p.m.
Sunday	1:00 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m.

http://www.ekfernandez.com/events/magic.asp

Hawaii International Film Festival 2011

Where:  Regal Dole Cannery Stadium 18 & IMAX Theater
When:  October 13 - 23, 2011

http://www.hiff.org

7th Annual Seafood Festival

7th Annual Seafood Festival

 The Seafood Festival is an annual celebration of Hawaii's seafood & farm fresh produce. A variety of Island chefs ranging from poke contestants, shrimp truck owners to fine dining will present a selection of dishes using ingredients from throughout the islands at three unique events during the 7th Annual Seafood Festival.  This fantastic event will be returning to Oahu's North Shore Friday, October 7 & Saturday, October 8, 2011.

This year the Seafood Festival will begin with the popular 'Taste of the North Shore Shrimp Trucks' on Friday Night, then Saturday afternoon the exciting 'Sam Choy Poke Contest' followed by the 'Chef's Under the Stars' extravaganza in the evening, where top chefs will manage food stations, fixing their own unique specialties for all to enjoy. 

http://www.turtlebayresort.com/Seafood.asp

2011 Aloha Festivals Floral Parade

2011 Aloha Festivals Floral Parade
Saturday, September 24, 2011, 9:00am

From Ala Moana Park, along Kalakaua Avenue to Kapiolani Park
A colorful equestrian procession of female and male pau riders, extravagant floats with cascades of Hawaiian flowers, hula Halau and marching bands will brighten Kalakaua Avenue from Ala Moana Park to Kapiolani Park. This is a "must see" event! Free admission

http://www.alohafestivals.com/pages/events/oahu.html

Aloha Festivals Hoolaulea - September 2011

2011 Waikiki Hoolaulea
Saturday, September 17, 2011, 7:00pm

On Kalakaua Avenue between Lewers & Kapahulu Avenues
Celebrating its 59th year and the 2011 theme of Island Music, the largest block party will kick off with the arrival of the Royal Court. Multiple stages of entertainment, lots of food, lei vendors and hula crafters will be spread along 12 city blocks of the world

2011 Hoolaulea Entertainment lineup

Slow Art Friday - September 2011

 
SLOW ART FRIDAYS
Every THIRD Friday of the month, join the Arts
District of Honolulu for a slower paced alternative to First Friday.

Where:  Downtown Honolulu (Chinatown) - The ARTS at Marks Garage
When:  Friday, September 16th, 6 to 9:30 pm & beyond.

This Friday's Slow Art Friday includes the opening reception for the current installation - BRIDGE:  a ceramic exhibition and Kanu Hawai'i's Eat Local Challenge 2011:  Return to Local Abundance.

http://www.facebook.com/slowartfriday?sk=wall

First Friday - September 2011

The Hawaii Watercolor Society 

Small Kine Show @ First Friday!

Where:  Chinatown/Downtown
When:  Friday, September 2nd, Main events between 5 pm and 9 pm

For more information on September's First Friday event, click here!

Eat the Street Kaka'ako - August 2011

http://www.streetgrindz.com/eatthestreet/

Bank of Hawaii Family Sunday: Mixed Plate (August 2011)

Celebrate the diversity of Hawai‘i's art and culture at Bank of Hawaii's Free Family Sunday!

Where:  Honolulu Academy of Arts, 900 S. Beretania Street

When:  August 21st, 11 am to 5pm

Bank of Hawaii Family Sunday event information:

Central Courtyard Stage

11am-noon: Musical Mixed Plate with The Chuck James Music Studio showcasing music students on drums, guitar, keyboard bass, ukulele, violin, flute, sax, trumpet and bass.

Noon-1pm: Jugglers trade balls and bowling pins for plates, fruits and vegetables—it's a fun way to emphasize the importance of a balanced diet.

1-2pm: Celtic Keiki provide rock and roll through the ages with music and interactive dance routines.

2-3pm: Round out the day with relaxing keiki yoga

Art activities

11am-3pm: Build a plate-lunch robot with Styrofoam food containers (take a look at Maika‘i Tubbs' Styrofoam sculpture in Artists of Hawai‘i for inspiration). In Banyan Courtyard.

11am - 3pm: Dress up as crazy characters and choose your props for a mixed-up photoshoot by Photo Ops Hawaii. One free photo per shoot. In the Education Lecture Hall.

Family Film Sunday
A World of Animation from the Children's Film Festival Seattle 2011

68 mins.

Kids and adults alike will be wowed by this collection of animated films from around the world. 11:10am & 1pm

$3 adults, $1 children 13 and under

Food

Whole Foods will have vegetarian and turkey hoagies, garlicky kale salad, cookies, water and natural sodas for purchase.

A gift for you

11am: Choose from a variety of Honolulu Academy of Arts publications as your free gift for the day. Available until the last book is given out.

http://www.honoluluacademy.org/events/bank_of_hawaii_sunday/11687-mixed_plate 

Made in Hawaii Festival 2011

10am - 9pm Friday & Saturday
10am - 5pm Sunday
$4 admission

Check out some of the wonderful products Hawaii has to offer at the Made In Hawaii Festival 2011.  Produced by the Made In Hawaii Association, and sponsored by First Hawaiian Bank, Festival offers a wide assortment of food, books, gifts, fashions, plants, art, crafts, produce and more.  Happy Shopping!

http://www.madeinhawaiifestival.com/

September's Free Business Seminar: Basic Guidelines for Food Labeling

For more information, check out our website!

ARTafterDark Homegrown - July 2011

Where:  Honolulu Academy of Arts
When:  Friday, July 29, 2011 6 to 9 pm

http://honoluluacademy.org/events/art_after_dark/11562-homegrown

Hawaii All-Collectors Show 2011

The 21st Hawaii All-Collectors Show features over 160 booths and the largest selection of vintage and antique Hawaiiana under one roof. Vendors from Oahu, Outer Islands, Mainland U.S. and Japan will offer everything for sale from Aloha shirts, art, beads, estate jewelry, kitchen goods, stamps, coins, rattan & koa furniture, Mid-Century, sportcards, surfing, kokeshi, pyrex, fire king, kimono, Orientalia, textiles, toys, dolls, tribal, ukulele, Hawaiian Monarchy documents, autographs, medals, gold, silver, anime, orchids, bonsai and more.

Where:  Blaisdell Exhibition Hall
When:  Friday, July 22nd, 3 pm - 9 pm
            Saturday July 23rd, 10 am - 6 pm

General Admission $5.  Children 7-11 $2.  Download/Print a $1.00 off adult admission coupon here.

http://www.ukulele.com

Haleiwa Arts Festival 2011

Fourteenth Annual Summer Event
July 16 & 17, 2011
The Hale'iwa Arts Festival Fourteenth Annual Summer ArtFest features Juried Visual Artists, plus Musicians, Singers, Dancers, Cultural/Historical Tours, Student Art, Art Demonstrations and Children's Art Activities.  Free Admission.

Where:  Historic Hale‘iwa Town on the North Shore of Oahu When:  Saturday, July 16, 10am-6pm, and Sunday, July 17, 10am-5pm, 2011

http://www.haleiwaartsfestival.org/index.shtml

Hawaii Lodging, Hospitality & Foodservice Expo 2011

Malasadas and Much More!

Leonard's Bakery is well known for their super delicious malasadas, but did you know about all the other delicious pastries, cakes and baked goods.  From their wonderful chocolate dipped macaroons to their airy orange chiffon cake with buttercream frosting, Leonard's Bakery will bring a smile to your face.

Happy Eating at:
Leonard's Bakery
933 Kapahulu Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96816
Ph:  808.737.5591

http://www.leonardshawaii.com/

ArtSpree 2011

Friends of The Contemporary Museum present the 18th annual ArtSpree, sponsored by Bank of Hawaii. The Contemporary Museum's free day-long open house returns July 9, 10am to 4pm with an exciting new lineup of artists, activities and performers.

Where:  The Contemporary Museum
When:  Saturday, July 9th, 10 am to 4 pm

ART ACTIVITIES AND ARTISTS (10am-4pm)
Over, Under, Weaving with nationally recognized artist Alison Moritsugu
Clay with Pamala Tagariello, Rayna Galati, and Marti Sellars
Face painting with Dana Teruya Len
Paper bead jewelry with Kaycie Baltunado
Manga printmaking with Pen and Ink Works
Recycled art sculpture with Mark Chai and Jackie Mild Lau

For a complete listing of all the activities, check out the link below.

http://honoluluacademy.org/events/11718-artspree

Big Island Lychee - Happy Shots (July 2011)

Coconut Stick Pastry

Sweet. Crispy. Delicious.  The coconut stick at Larry's Bakery is a delectable delight.  Happy Eating!

Happy Eating at:
Larry's Bakery
4369 Lawehana Street
Honolulu, HI  96818-3164
Ph. 808.422.0059

http://www.larrysbakery.com/

Happy 4th of July!

Fourth of July Fun & Fireworks

 

http://www.alohatower.com/1845/july-3-fireworks/ 

I Love Chinatown Block Party 2011

 
Where: Indigo Ultralounge (Chinatown/Downtown/Aloha Tower Marketplace)
When:  Friday, July 1st, Main event starts 4 pm 

www.ilovechinatownfestival.com

Carval Cafe - Gourmet Plate Lunches, Sandwiches & More

Just opened in May, Carval Cafe has a great selection of salads, sandwiches and gourmet plate lunches.  Can't wait to go back and try the Loco Moco....looks yummy.  Happy Eating!

Happy Eating at: 
Carval Cafe
500 Ala Moana Blvd, Ste 2b
Honolulu, HI  96813
(808) 599-8812

Turkey Pastrami Sandwich with Sweet Potato Fries

 

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APEX 2011

Where:  Boys & Girls Club, Spaulding Clubhouse
               1704 Waiola Street
               Honolulu, HI  96826
 When: June 25, 2011, 4 to 10 pm

APEX returns this year with a large gathering of performers and events related to hip-hop. From live performances, a car and lowrider bike show, urban artists, vendor booths, a fashion show and a PS3 battle arena, APEX sounds like an event filled with energy and fun.  Proudly sponsored in part by Nonstop, APEX benefits the Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii this year.

Ticket Info: $12 general at the door, $5 under age 12, $ 5 BGCH members.

Eat the Street (June 2011)

http://www.streetgrindz.com/eatthestreet/

13th Annual Floating Lantern Ceremony - Memorial Day 2011

The Floating Lantern Ceremony, also known as the Toro Nagashi ceremony, was founded by the Shinnyo-en Buddhist order in Japan.  During the ceremony, people release small lanterns inscribed with messages to loved ones who have passed away and prayers for a peaceful future.  Though the ceremony is traditionally held during the latter part of summer in Japan, Hawaii's Shinnyo-en order holds the ceremony on Memorial Day to help honor those that have lost their lives in war.  This year's ceremony will include muscial performances as well as a moment of reflection for Japan’s tsunami and earthquake victims. For more information regarding purchasing a lantern or schedule of events, please click on the link below.

Where:  Ala Moana Beach Park
When:  Monday, May 30th, 6:30 pm
 
13th Annual Floating Lantern Ceremony

50th State Fair Starts Today!

The 50th State State Fair at Aloha Stadium!
When:  May 27th - June 26th!! (Weekends ONLY)
            Monday "Memorial Day" (5/ 30) - 11:00am
            Thursday (6/9) and Fridays - 5:00pm
            Saturdays and Sundays - 3:00pm
  

Parking Information: ENTER Main Salt Lake Gate #1 and Halawa Gate #3
Parking Fees: $5 per car/ $25 per limousine NO TAILGATING ALLOWED

More info on the 50th State Fair

Lahaina Noon - Fun Facts!

Lahaina Noon is today!  What's Lahaina Noon?  It's a phenomena that only happens in the tropics - and Hawaii is the only state in the nation where it occurs.  During Lahaina Noon, the sun is directly overhead at high noon so objects standing straight up (like parking meters) do not have a shadow.  See below for exact times across the state!

Lahaina Noon Dates, Times:
Hilo: May 18, 12:16 p.m. and July 24, 12:26 p.m.
Kailua-Kona: May 19, 12:20 p.m. and July 24 ,12:30 p.m.
Hana: May 23 p.m., 12:20 pm and July 19, 12:30 p.m.
Kahului: May 24, 12:22 p.m. and July 18, 12:32 p.m.
Lahaina: May 24, 12:23 p.m. and July 18, 12:32 p.m.
Lanai City: May 24, 12:24 p.m. and July 19, 12:33 p.m.
Kaunakakai: May 26, 12:24 p.m. and July 17, 12:34 p.m.
Honolulu: May 27, 12:28 p.m. and July 16, 12:37 p.m.
Kaneohe: May 27, 12:28 p.m. and July 15, 12:37 p.m.
Lihue: May 31, 12:35 p.m. and July 11, 12:42 p.m.

More info on Lahaina Noon

Spot's Inn is Back!

I could barely contain my excitement when I saw the Spot's Inn sign in Puck's Alley.  Originally located in Kalihi, Spot's was one of our favorite plate lunch spots, so we were really sad when they closed a few years ago.  Imagine my excitement to find out that they had reopened in a new location.  Be sure to check it out!  Their food is super ono and their prices are great.  Definitely a favorite!  Happy Eating!

Happy Eating at:
Spot's Inn
1035 University Avenue
Honolulu, HI  96826
Ph. 941-4554
Mon - Fri 10:30 am to 8 pm (Closed from 3 to 4 pm)

*Request weekly specials via spotsinn@gmail.com

Teri Cheeseburger with French Fries