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Spanakopita, a savory spinach and cheese filled pie, is a favorite among Greek cuisine enthusiasts. I'm certainly one of these folks. There's this humble, somewhat hidden restaurant near my work place that I sometimes go to get my spanakopita fix. ...

A friend of mine is having her 3rd baby. Yes, her 3rd. I honestly don't know how she does it. I'm always impressed by how parents with full-time jobs and large families hold it all together. I get stressed out ...

For some time now, I've always wanted to do something more with my coffee table. Don't get me wrong, it serves its purpose well, such as eating dinner while watching TV, or even writing articles for wedo. But with everything ...

When describing the best restaurants in the country, one may immediately associate it with Michelin stars or perhaps a James Beard Award recipient. What follows is a bill that is typically in the three to four figure range, and not ...

Hope your week went as well as mine! Wedding planning is in full swing , and I've been knocking down my list slowly but surely. It's been super productive, but to make sure I don't wear myself out, I always ...

Although we're not in Japan, Hawaii has such a huge Japanese population that a lot of locals do, in fact, celebrate it in small ways. One of the more common ways is to offer dango, the traditional soft and chewy ...

If you are looking for ideas to throw a party for your child's next big birthday, then you've come to the right place. We are glad to introduce a new category called Party Themes, where we share some of the ...

Is it me, or does it seem that lately, the weather has been sort of wonky? It rains some days, then it's sunny several hours later, but then voggy and humid the next day. Don't get me wrong, I'm not ...

I had printed a recipe for quinoa fritters several weeks ago and tucked it away  in one of my cookbooks for safe keeping. I had all the intentions of making this recipe, but just never got around to it. That ...

Watercress is one of those peculiar vegetables where people either hate it or love it. Since watercress is a member of the mustard family, it does have a slightly bitter aftertaste. But, I’ve never minded bitter vegetables. There’s more flavor ...

Grilled cheese. It's one of those simple pleasures in life that brings a smile to people's faces. If you have a free day coming up, roundup a few of your friends for a casual dinner party to reminisce about this ...

This weekend, I tested out a new cookbook – It’s all Good, written by Gwyneth Paltrow. I’m always up for testing out new recipes at home, but I’m usually pretty wary about testing recipes that seem too healthy. Paltrow is ...

I always love ordering frittatas for breakfast at restaurants. But for some reason or another, I've never tried to make it at home, considering how much I love eating it! Well, this past weekend was the first time I tried ...

Happy Valentine's Day! Hope everyone's heart is filled with some extra love today, and that you make some time to remind your loved ones just how loved they really are. Like by handing them a special card! Well, if you ...

I love to eat at new places. I also love to try different types of cuisines. In a world filled with McDonalds', Taco Bells, Burger Kings, and KFCs, it's easy to pick up something that's quick and easy. But for ...

Those of you who know me, know that I am a huge, I mean h-u-g-e, noodle enthusiast. When given the option of dining on ramen, or sandwiches, or pizza, or ice cream, it’s pretty much a sweeping victory that ramen ...

  Earlier this week, we shared a handful of really great gift ideas for Valentine's - a delicious candied popcorn dessert to share a bowl with your significant other, plus a cute way to package it if you prefer handing it out ...

I was inspired by our I Heart Food post that I attempted to make a deliciously hearty and healthy breakfast. I chose a marbled rye bread for the flavor and the nice swirl.  I used olive oil instead of butter. ...

When I was thinking of a way to package our sprinkles popcorn recipe, I just had to find a way to incorporate the sprinkles onto the packaging. But it's hard to do sprinkles justice, until I thought to myself, why ...

Someone once said, "a way to a man's heart is through his stomach." What about a way to a woman's heart? Although Valentine's Day is synonymous with flowers and chocolate, love is what makes this day so special for many ...

Valentine’s Day - a day known in many countries across the world as a day of romance and gift giving. If Valentine’s Day is all about love anyway, perhaps a reminder of how much you love yourself is necessary too. ...

I remember back in elementary school when Valentine gifts came in the form of Sweethearts. Today, people may receive a small box of chocolates from the likes of Godiva or See's Candy. But what if your special someone likes something ...

Valentine’s is all about telling those who are special in your life just how much you love them. For some, their special someone is a significant other, or perhaps a best friend, or maybe their mother. For others, the most ...

Are you ready for Valentine's week? Well, I sure am. And we're starting with... popcorn! I had a craving for popcorn this weekend, so decided to try my hands at making some sprinkles popcorn. This recipe turned out to be ...

It’s that time of the year again. Firecrackers galore and lions to chase away the mishaps of the previous year, and welcome in the Year of the Horse. This year, the Lunar New Year is TODAY, but the celebrations have ...

As the Super Bowl nears, millions of people gather around their television sets to watch the game. And it's simply not a party unless there's food for all to enjoy. But let's not forget about the drinks. Yes, it would ...

I’m always looking for new ways to incorporate chia seeds into my diet. It’s amazing to me that an ingredient like chia seeds can be packed with so many nutrients and health benefits, but yet lacks the gritty, sometimes distasteful ...

A couple of weeks ago we featured an awesome Q&A session I had shared with my friend and wellness expert, Wainani Hansen. I always knew Wainani was incredibly talented, but what I didn’t expect was that her interview would give ...

Born in the '80s? Then you must remember the Hungry Hungry Hippos board game, fanny packs, and yo-yo's. Oregon Trail anyone? Where am I going with this? If you want to conjure up some nostalgia, then you need to watch ...

Hope everyone is off to a great start for their New Year's! As for wedo, we decided to embark on a few new changes. First, we are thrilled we finally got a chance to update our layout, which we have ...

Water. It's the quintessential beverage of choice. It quenches your thirst like no other, and you literally cannot live without it. And with all the countless calorie and sugar laden beverages on the market today, it's no wonder health issues ...

One of my favorite dessert toppings is caramel. There's just something wonderful about that sweet, gooey, buttery flavor. It's so satisfying! Recently, I was craving salted caramel, but had never made it before. While searching online for a great recipe ...

Today marks the official inauguration of a new category we’ll be launching – inside the editor’s kitchen. It seems that some of you have shown an interest in my new year’s resolution to cook more. I’m not sure whether you ...

I love a good animal story. You can probably tell by most of my Monday Musing posts. As expected, today's article is no exception. Tippi Degre was born  to her French wildlife photographer parents, and spent the first ten years ...

We absolutely love the farmer's market. What's better than taking in the fresh Hawaiian breeze while perusing fresh local produce, flowers, and best of all... the food booths. With so many things to try, it's really a foodie's delight. With ...

A weekly event that occurs on Oahu is the Aloha Stadium Swap Meet. The venue is open to the public 3 times a week:  Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Here, you will find endless rows of local goods and services such ...

With the start of the 2014 year, it seems we are all making a little extra effort to practice a healthier lifestyle. Which is great. But the “true” test is if you can integrate this new way of living into ...

In a few weeks, the biggest event in sports will be here, the Superbowl. I'll admit that I'm not the biggest fan of Superbowl, or football for that matter, but I do love the snacks that are associated with all ...

Ever dreamed of diving into chocolate mousse? Or skiing down a slope made of chantilly cream? Well, culinary photographers, Pierre Javelle and Akiko Ida, have created dioramas depicting just that, where miniature people live in an edible world. Find more of ...

With so many places to eat in downtown Honolulu, it's always exciting when something new pops up. That something new turns out to be a restaurant, and I couldn't be happier. I mean, what's better than a new spot to ...

  After so many uses, some of our favorite kitchen tools begin to tarnish, rust, or just don't seem to work the same. So naturally, we buy new and improved versions to replace the old ones. Sometimes the old ones ...

I’ve never really been a “breakfast person.” Actually, that’s a little confusing. What I mean to say, is that my morning routine before I leave for work doesn’t typically involve sitting down and eating breakfast. I’m more of a coffee-only ...

Everyday as soon as I get up, whether it be 6 am or almost the crack of noon, I always start my morning the same way, with a cup of coffee. I think of myself as a purist. I like ...

As much as I love the holidays, I am so glad that it's the start of a new year. Because with the new year, comes a fresh start! OK, I'll admit that I'm not the best at keeping my resolutions. ...

The new year has officially began. And if you recall from my earlier post about The Happiness Project, so begins my resolution to cook more. As I was thumbing through my cookbooks, I knew I needed to look for recipes ...

As 2013 reaches a close and a new year begins, one cannot help but reflect on all the good things that happened throughout the year, all the not-so-good things, and of course, how the next year will be different. It’s ...

The new year is only a few days away! And what better way to celebrate than with mochi. Mochi is a traditional Japanese gelatinous rice cake that's enjoyed as a dessert around the world. Besides the traditional mochi, typically rounded ...

Okay, I realize Christmas is over. But I just have to share this recipe for sweet potato dog biscuits because my pup went crazy for them after I gave him just a little taste. Every Christmas Dru and I bake ...

MERRY CHRISTMAS!! It's the final day of our countdown to Christmas, and I'll admit, it's a little bittersweet. We love talking about Christmas, and could probably do it for 12 more days if you asked us to. But with New ...

On the 11th day of Christmas, wedo hawaii gave to me... ELEVEN snowy escapes. If you've caught the travel bug and love being in cold weather, then you'll love our picks for exotic winter escapes. We've included both man-made and natural ...