The Rugelach and Bagel Brunch class at the Hana Kitchen was a five star experience for me. It was…read moremy first time at Hana Kitchen. The kitchen is very homey and welcoming. Clean and comfortable. The view of the pier is awesome. The class is well organized and Talia's staff make you feel like an executive pastry chef. The helpers are there to take away the things not needed anymore. Clearing your space to continue to make your rugelach. It's a hands on experience and learning techniques along the way on how to make a rugelach. The Bagel Brunch added to the whole experience. It was time to relax and enjoy. The good energy from Talia and her staff made the overall experience well worth the time. Having coffee and water availability throughout the class added to the hospitality. The class ended with everyone packing their baked rugelach to take home. It was delicious.

First time at Hana Kitchen! Bought the pasta making class for me and my fiancé. The teaching space…read moreis very clean and spacious. Chef Andrea was very fun to learn from and appreciated how interactive the class was. I wasn't expecting to go home with ball of pasta dough and freshly cut pasta Also, we enjoyed the 4-course meal which consisted of yummy appetizers, 2 pastas, and a dessert. Would love to come through for another cooking class here.

I would 100% recommend Course Hawaii for a catering experience. My family was just on Oahu and…read moreCourse provided two wonderful meals for a family of 12. Everyone I worked with, from Louise to Chef Marceau, and servers Genevieve and Lauren were wonderful.

We were looking for someone who would cater our wedding at a secluded beach on Labor day weekend…read moreand found Course on IG as they have done some great work and they had great reviews on yelp as well. They have even worked for celebrities such as the Rock. The reason why is that Chef Andrew and his team are absolutely fantastic! We had a party of about 70 guests, and the Course team helped serve all the food and drinks. Everyone praised their professionalism and great attitude throughout the night and to this day. Best of all, everyone is still raving about the food. Some people have told me that "it was the best wedding food they have ever had." The appetizers were sliders and garlic shrimp. The short rib and fresh white fish were showstopper entrees and all the sides garlic noodles, rice, potatoes and veggies really completed the meal! Chef Andrew also offers a oyster bar and that was a huge hit! FYI order more than less as folks were destroying these oysters and Chef was putting in work shucking them to order. We really wanted to thank Course for making our special day extremely successful and would definitely recommend them to anyone hosting an event in Oahu!

We had That Girl Cooks cater dinner for our family one night when we were on Oahu. Everything was…read morefabulous from start to finish. Communication was great and the food was phenomenal. There wasn't one thing that we didn't like. Angela is FANTASTIC, highly recommend it!

Angela was AMAZING from start to finish! We aren't a group that does this normally, so her friendly…read moredemeanor, willingness to work with us when our ideas were all over the place, and ability to walk us through the process end-to-end was extremely helpful. The flexibility with pricing was also something that was very comforting - she gave multiple options (ingredients, courses, serving styles, etc.) to help with our budget considerations. FOOD WAS DELICIOUS!!! Every guest was extremely satisfied with how all of the dishes came out and the overall experience Angela and her crew provided. Highly recommend and will 100% be working with Angela again!

The Saladmaster is venerating its 77th year in business with a new set of kitchen cookware products…read moreand brand new gifts! This is top of the line cookware and by far the best in design that I've seen ever in the kitchen cookware industry. Saladmaster uses medical-grade titanium in its stainless-steel and by using minimal oil and retaining a water-tight seal, it is able to keep an average of 94% of the God-given nutrients in all the food you cook in it. You owe to yourself and your health to come into the kitchen to taste and see the difference that having a set of Saladmaster could make in your family's life and leave a lasting impression and legacy that worth your lifetime.

From the owner: Saladmaster changes live! We prepare a full course meal for you to show you the essence of having…read moreSaladmaster. More importantly, we ensure you and your family enjoy a nutritious taste of wholesome food prepared just for you.

I have been craving Indonesian food and it's really hard to find since it's not a common cuisine…read moreoutside Netherlands or Southeast Asia. So I was so happy to find this. This is a catering/at home business that I found through Facebook. I sent the owner a message asking what dishes on her weekly menu were vegetarian and she responded within minutes with pictures and explanations. I was so excited by it I ordered all the options. Pickup: I arranged a pickup time and met her outside within minutes of messaging. Food: everything was delicious! My favorite were the appetizers, the veggie fritters and fried tempeh. The tempeh stir fry was legit and very spicy but I knew what I was getting into and thoroughly enjoyed it. Wishing this business and the sweet owner nothing but the best!

***FYI: If you want to see more updated weekly Indonesian food items, please go to her Facebook…read more'Hawaii Bali Food Indonesia' *** As promised from my 2023 review, I finally tried out her cooking class! Invited 3 of my friends and my boyfriend to try out Loliana's private Indonesian cooking class with me. Here's how the process goes. A day before the cooking class she will send you directions of where to park at her apartment and then she will meet you on the visitor floor. Once you enter in the apartment, there will be a table of all the ingredients of all the foods you will be cooking today. We then took a picture in front of the table of ingredients with our cooking certificates (best to take the picture now so you won't look tired haha). We put on our aprons and washed our hands to get ready to watch Loliana do some cooking demonstrations. Here's the food we chose for the lesson: Team Veggies: *Balinese spring rolls *Gado gado salad rolls *Vegetarian Nasi goreng *Cauliflower chicken wings with buffalo sauce Team Chicken: *Balinese chicken spring rolls *Chicken Nasi goreng *Chicken satay My biggest recommendation is to start the cooking lesson early morning like 7am or 8am because you'll be cooking for 4-5 hours. Some of the sauces to add in the meats are tedious to prepare so Loliana premade it in advance to help cut down the hours but she will show what ingredients was needed to make it. It was a really fun hands on cooking experience! The dish that I enjoyed making the most was the Chicken satay! I would most recommend trying out this cooking experience!

Went to a party catered by them and service was quick and fun. The food was tasty and looked…read moregorgeous. It was more of a charcuterie style where you pick at things so a little more serving utensils might have been nice. Other than that though, it was a beautiful spread and really added some class to our evening.

Purchased Focaccia bread at the farmers market from Swigs and Grinds. It was marvelous! I just…read morereturned from Italy and it is every bit as good as the Focaccia bread in Genoa! Amazing baker and delightful purchase.

Don't know why my husband and I have been on a major Mexican food kick lately. Each week we have…read morebeen exploring different local eateries and sampling their take on Mexican cuisine. This week brought us to Freshoverflesh. Having settled on being full on flexitarian, I don't mind the use of meat substitutes such as soy or tempeh as in the case of today's giant order of tacos. Both the "chicken" tempeh and soy "steak" tacos were yummy and flavorful. They had a nice kick to them, but not overwhelmingly spicy. Since we brought the tacos home, my hubby added a little sour cream on his tacos, and I squeezed on lots of fresh lime to add even more freshness. I especially liked their tortillas. Would love to try out more of their menu options in the future.

Freshoverflesh will pleasantly surprised vEgans and non-vegans alike. With fried "chicken" wings…read moreand hamburgers, these fast food favorites are perfect for game day, whether that's the Super Bowl or the upcoming season of RuPaul's Drag Race. Banana flower is a massive opportunity found for the vegan meat trend. A blind taste test might even fool non-vegans into mistaking it for the real deal. The buffalo sauce and ranch dressing will satisfy your cravings without leaving you with the heavy feeling. Keep an eye out for an appearance at the Sunday vegan night market off Maunakea. You may even luck out and find desserts and fresh juices as a perfect complement.

Fortuna is an amazing, reliable, and talented personal chef whose passion and intuition can be…read moretasted in every dish she prepares. She listens carefully to our dietary restrictions and delivers not only healthy, but also delicious meals that we look forward to eating every time. Fortuna's service allows for variety in our diet as well as more quality time with our family. She inspires through her cooking and has made a large impact on our lives. If you are looking for a chef for your family, party, or event, you need to call Fortuna!

Fortuna's food is the bomb.com! If you're looking for a personal chef to help you save time, save…read moremoney, eat healthier, and reach your nutrition goals, Aloha Kitchen Goddess is for you! Fortuna is so much more than a personal chef, she is a nutrition coach and an intuitive healer that can help you and your family enjoy more REAL FOOD that brings heals your body and less processed crap that drains your energy and wallet. She can do all the work for you or she can teach you how to cook for yourself and teach you the skills to make empowering food choices on your own. Her specialty is taking your favorite comfort foods and turning them into healthy, nutrient-packed dishes that heal your body but taste divine, indulgent, and practically naughty! This is one of the best investments I have ever made. Fortuna's food is always made with love and care. She simply loves what she does. Her services save me time, her food gives me energy and just brings me SO MUCH JOY. Sign up for her newsletter, follow her on FB and Instagram, and give her a try. You'll see why I am such a huge fan! :-)

Besides being in Manoa they also have a location on Waialae Iki. Not a fan of people waiting in the…read morecar, smoking/vaping outside, people changing kids diapers, car doors open wide into the street, feet outside the window,etc. such a terrible look. Wish they held their private lessons elsewhere and not in a residential neighborhood where customers camp out til their child is done. That street needs HOA.

I kind of knew Manoa School of Music was located at the Manoa Marketplace. I had seen signs and…read morepassed by countless times on my trips to neighboring businesses. I never paid much attention, however, until recently, when one of my daughters expressed an interest in learning to play the violin. A quick internet search led me to their web page which provided some basic information. More useful and current information came via email with the owner Carolyn Stanton. She answered all of my questions promptly and professionally and we were registered and ready to go with violin lessons in no time. Erika is our daughter's teacher. Our daughter has no violin experience, and Erika has been very kind, encouraging and patient. After each lesson, she reviews with us how the lesson went (what went well, what was practiced, etc.) She also gives us guidance for what to practice at home until the next lesson. The school offers numerous musical classes - strings, piano, voice, guitar, ukulele, etc. Their brochure also indicates they offer visual arts classes and cooking classes. Who knew? Super convenient location (Manoa Marketplace). Lots of parking and lots to do while you're waiting for your budding musical virtuoso.

I attended an event by The Guarden and it was so beautifully done. It was for my best friend's baby…read moreshower. The menu was so delicious and the decorations and details were exquisite. Felt like I was transported into a dreamy fairy land. Sabrina and Kevin were so professional and delivered the best service. Highly recommended booking them.

What can I say except the whole experience was just fantastic. From booking, crafting the menu, and…read morethen eating said menu, the whole experience was pretty stress free. My friend and I wanted to have a special birthday dinner for our hubs, so we scheduled them on a Sunday night. We provided one main dish which they then crafted a wonderful, balanced menu to complement. They are arrived on time with everything they needed and even though we didn't ask for any special decorations, the simple place settings were a lovely addition and really elevated the whole experience. Dinner started with an arancini crab cake (le amuse bouche). Buttery crab rolled into a crispy ball with a hint of yuzu to awaken the palate. Truly a unique dish the entire party enjoyed. First course was my favorite and consisted of Kona kanpachi carpaccio. Oh my sweet little tastebuds danced for joy as this was one of the best things I've ever eaten. Crispy garlic added a fun crunch, but the magical melding of the flavors in the sauce made everything just melt in your mouth. Second course was a ribeye ochazuke with a mushroom risotto that was so rich and flavorful it almost felt like it hugged your tongue and whispered sweet nothings as you chewed. We opted to upgrade the beef to wagyu so it was beautiful and as someone who doesn't eat red meat, I swapped for scallops. The ribeye was hella tender and the scallops were sheer perfection. A brief intermezzo of li hing calamansi sorbet cleansed the palate and signaled to our stomach to get ready for an onslaught of flavors. The main entree was beef Wellington (ahi Wellington for me) with a potato gratin that was a rich foundation. Everything was cooked to perfection on site, and they even provided a bit of background into their home garden which provides for the herbs and veggies used in most of the dishes. Anyone who knows me, knows I love locally sourced foods (I even buy big island beef for my dog's food), so this was a much appreciated addition. Dessert concluded the meal and while I was sad it was over, the sticky toffee pudding with toasted marshmallow ice cream sent me to cloud 9! If you want to make a special memory for any occasion, book them ASAP! You won't regret it. Chef Kevin and his fiancée are so kind and warm, it felt like family cooking for us. Even though they offer sommelier services, as a practicing oenophile, I crafted the pairings for our party and if I say so myself, I killed it. Looking at the pictures from other events, their decorations are classy and tasteful. Next time we will definitely include more courses and perhaps may splurge on a specially crafted cocktail.