Tag Archives: Kailua

Safer-at-Home & A Little Outdoors

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Josh and I spent most of March, April, and May staying inside and distancing ourselves in this crazy world. We finally started getting out a bit more at the end of May and beginning of June with socially distanced hiking and beach days. It’s been kind of nice to explore the island without the crowds! #luckywelivehawaii

Double rainbow from our lanai.
Kailua Beach
Birthday sangria on the beach!
Kualoa Ranch
Kailua Beach
Pu’u Ma’eli’eli Trail
Red Fish Poke

GOEN Dining + Bar

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On my mom’s last night here, we decided on a whim to go to GOEN Dining + Bar. We had all been before and decided the good food and nice outdoor atmosphere were the perfect combo for her last evening. Lucky for us, Chef Roy Yamaguchi was doing a tasting menu (which Josh ordered). We even got to snag a picture with him. The food and service are consistently above average. We’ve been doing a lot of carryout with them during our shelter-in-place time! Will be so thrilled when we can venture back out and eat there in person.

Lychee Martini: Ketel One Vodka, St. Germaine Liqueur, Lime, Lychee
Spicy Tuna Roll: Cucumber | Nori Purée | Green Onion | Fried Garlic | Pepper Aioli
1st Course: Yukari Cured Hamachi Maki Kaiware | Roasted Tofu | Ginger Soy
2nd Course: Dungeness Crab Tamagoyaki Tsukemono | Spinach | Kani Miso Butter
3rd Course: East Meets South Buttermilk Fried & Karaage Chicken | Pickles | Nori Ranch
4th Course: Garlic & Peppercorn Crusted Filet Mignon & Miso Butter Poached Lobster Tail | Creamed Sesame Spinach
5th Course: Yama Yama Sweet Potato Tart | Brown Butter | Honey Kuromitsu | Lappert’s Vanilla Ice Cream
The best dessert ever.. Halo Halo: Buttermilk Panna Cotta | Fruit | Mochi | Shaved Ice | Condensed Milk
Linda & Roy!

Gaslamp

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My mom came to visit back in February and we were able to cross a few of her bucketlist items for Oahu off her list. One of them being a dinner at the Gaslamp speakeasy in Kailua. We had heard mixed reviews on what the experience was like. Happy to say, it blew any expectations we had out of the water. The drinks, food, and service were all incredible. Really excited to go back once our world goes back to normal a bit!

Burrata & Heirloom Salad: Italian mozzarella, baby arugula, balsamic gastric, basil
Fashion Forward: Buffalo trace bourbon, cognac, bonal, orange, cherry, peychauds bitters, angostura bitters
Artisan Cheese & Cured Meat
Exotic Love Affair: Plantation pineapple rum, amaro montenegro, pineapple, guava, rose, koloa float, tiki bitters, tropical foam, nutmeg
Filet Mignon Trio: Prime cut filet mignon sliced atop bolilo baguettes, trio of house béarnaise, cognac peppercorn, and bleu cheese-butter sauces
Such a cozy atmosphere
Road to Morocco: pimms, sloe berry liqueur, aloe eux de vie, strawberry, mint, turmeric, lime, bitters
Jumbo Lobster Risotto: Caribbean lobster, sea asparagus, marscapone, hamakua mushrooms, roasted cherry tomatoes
Friends With Benefits: botanist gin, amaro montenegro, lillet rouge, rose, raspberry, pineapple, yuzu, cardamon

Danielle & Brick Visit!

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Josh and I kicked off 2020 with our lovely friends visiting. Unfortunately, our weather wasn’t exactly cooperating for their trip. However, we were able to squeeze in a beach walk, lots of good food, Pearl Harbor, and a couple hikes. Ready for them to come back!

Started the New Year off with a walk on Kailua beach.
Delicious fish tacos thanks to Brick.
Waiting out the rain at Pearl Harbor.
Starting our hike around Hanauma Bay.
The waves were insane!
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So windy!
The most delicious acai bowl on the island.

 

Casablanca

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Last week, we finally tried the Moroccan restaurant in Kailua that had been on our list for a few months. This was my first time trying Moroccan and it definitely did not disappoint!

Harrira soup: Tomato broth base with chicken, vegetables, chickpeas, mildly spiced with pepper and Mediterranean spices
Moroccan Salad: Carrots flavored with garlic, vinegar, and spices | Hummus | Baba Ganoush | Diced cucumbers and tomatoes with parsley, vinegar and oil | Chopped tomatoes & bell peppers
B’stilla: A traditional Moroccan pastry of flaky phyllo dough dusted with powdered sugar and cinnamon. Filled with a delectable mix of eggs, chicken, and sweet cinnamon spices
Lamb Tigine with Figs
Salmon with veggies
Biscotti & Chebakia cookies

Fourth of July!

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We celebrated the fourth this year in pretty much the best way possible — grilling out with friends, pool time, and fireworks on the beach. It was a beautiful day and SO nice to get to relax and have some quality friend time!

Blueberry, strawberry, raspberry mojitos!
Quite a spread!
Josh and Andy blowing up the unicorn and the black swan!
My favorite…fruit pizza!
Enjoying the beach with hundreds of our closest friends.
Gorgeous view of the Mokes!
Great sunset!
Such a good show!

 

The Food Company

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We celebrated St. Patrick’s Day day by really not celebrating at all and going to dinner with our good friend Caitlin. We tried The Food Company for dinner for the first time and it was amazing!

Pan Roasted Mission Figs, shallot walnut relish, creamy gorgonzola, aged balsamic, prosciutto, baby arugula
Brussel Sprouts, Cranberries & Sausage
Octopus
Pan Seared Diver Scallops, garlic cognac butter sauce
Wok Seared Dungeness Crab, garlic curry sauce, red peppers, onions, cilantro
Langoustine & Wild Mushroom Risotto, kahuku corn, nalo farms tat soi, baby tomatoes

Over Easy

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We’ve had brunch a couple times over the last few weeks at Over Easy in Kailua. We shared a bunch of stuff so we could try a few things. Everything was delicious!

Pickled Veggies
Coconut Shrimp Burger: crisp greens, wasabi cream, mixed greens
Fried Chicken Sandwich: cole slaw, Asian aioli, French role, fries
Custard French Toast: Cinnamon Toast Crunch, orange crème fraiche
Brunch Bowl: avocado, soft eggs, house made yogurt, spinach, tomato jam, candied bacon, microgreens