Jenny’s Shrimp Truck in Haleiwa serves bold, flavourful shrimp plates with no fuss and big taste, perfect for a true local-style lunch. Garlic butter heaven on a plate. No queues, no gimmicks—just bold flavour and good island vibes on the North Shore. #JennysShrimpTruck When it comes to shrimp trucks in...
With its affordability, welcoming locals, captivating history and above all a great food scene, no wonder that an island hopping foodie’s tour to Greece can be a one-of-a-kind culinary experience. Even if you drink a couple of extra wines or two, eat a bit too much, you will somehow come...
Filipino-style beef tapa inspired by Rufo’s—tender, saucy, and perfect with garlic rice and egg. A sweet-savoury breakfast classic. Tender beef soaked in sweet-savory sauce, garlic rice soaking up every drop—comfort food at its finest. You’ll want this on repeat! #RufosStyleTapa Here’s a confession: I’ve never actually tried Rufo’s tapa in...
Matsumoto Shave Ice in Haleiwa serves up colourful cones with dozens of syrup options, but the texture and flavour may divide visitors. Long queues for a colourful cone, but is it worth the hype? We tried the famous Matsumoto Shave Ice to see what the buzz was about. A staple...
A spicy, creamy Filipino dish using kangkong stems, coconut milk, and chillies—an inventive take on the classic Gising-Gising. Who knew kangkong stems could taste this good? Turn your kitchen scraps into a creamy, spicy, umami-rich side that packs a punch! #KangkongGisingGising Filipino cuisine has a long-standing philosophy of nothing goes...
Filipino chicken stew with tomato sauce, liver spread, and veggies—a rich, savoury dish best paired with heaps of steamed rice. Saucy, hearty, and deeply satisfying. This thick, rich tomato stew with chicken is pure Pinoy comfort food at its finest! #SinarsahangManok Filipinos love their ulam saucy—whether it’s for soaking with...
Enjoy tropical-inspired craft beers with scenic waterfront views at Kona Brewing Hawaii Kai in Honolulu. A must-visit brewery stop. Local craft beers, ocean views, and the perfect summer vibe—what more can you ask for? This place nails the chill island experience. During our stay in Hawai’i, we came up with...
Pork shank simmered in soy, vinegar, and pan-fried saba bananas—a sweet-savory Visayan twist on traditional paksiw. Sweet, savoury, and deeply comforting This Visayan-style pork stew is like Pata Tim met Paksiw and fell in love #PaksiyoBaboyBisaya Every now and then, I come across a dish that reminds me of how...
A small distillery with a big heart, producing spirits as memorable as the people behind them. Cheers to passion in every drop! Discover Koʻolau Distillery in Kailua, where small-batch whiskey and gin are crafted with care and Hawaiian-sourced ingredients. Tucked away in an unassuming warehouse in Kailua, Koʻolau Distillery might...
A light yet flavourful Asian-style soup made with hairy gourd, salted duck egg, pork, vermicelli, and fish balls for a comforting meal. Freestyling in the kitchen again! This comforting bowl with pork, fish balls, and salted egg strands was a flavour bomb #HairyGourdSoup Freestyling again today—but not because of fridge...
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