Monthly Archives: November 2009

Thanksgiving Recap!

Posted on November 28, 2009 by

P and I met Kym and Randy last year at the Kokua festival, where Jack Johnson, Dave Matthews, and others played to support environmental education in Hawaii’s schools.  Since then, we’ve all become close friends, spending holidays together when we’re … Continue reading →

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I’m thankful for…

Posted on November 26, 2009 by

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!  I’m going to start off by saying as I did when I was little, “This year I’m thankful for…”  So much.  My loving and supportive husband, family, and friends, being able to do what I love, and … Continue reading →

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Yogurt Panna Cottas with Honey

Posted on November 21, 2009 by

Panna cotta is one of those things that is so easy to make, that if it takes you longer than 10 minutes of preparation, then something’s seriously gone awry.  I’ve been on a panna cotta craze ever since hubby and … Continue reading →

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Spicy Grilled Japanese Eggplant

Posted on November 18, 2009 by

I’ve been told that my palette handles heat pretty well, but compared to my mom, hubby, and his family, who can eat Thai bird chilis (raw) along with their meals, I think I score a little on the wimp scale.  … Continue reading →

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Restaurant Review: town, in Kaimuki

Posted on November 12, 2009 by

This past weekend, P and I decided to get a leg up on Christmas shopping in town (that’s what they call “the city,” or the Honolulu/Waikiki area here).  We decided to stay in the area afterward and try someplace new … Continue reading →

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