Where Hawaii Eats

Host Anne Lee sits down with Chef Jose Reyes at Off The Wall Craft Beer & Wine to enjoy a few delicious dishes paired with some of their featured beers. Empanadas, Beer Aged Steak, Mussels Ala Chalaca, and many more! Chef Jose has revamped the menu as he describes it, “Latin American Cuisine with a northern flare.” Then she heads over to MW Restaurant with the Owner of Velocity, Brad Nicolai. MW, now located in the showroom at Velocity, is a great option for dining while you’re shopping for your next luxury vehicle!

Chef Rose Reyes grew up in Puerto Rico and since he was young, was always in the kitchen with his mother and siblings dreaming of being a chef one day. At the age of 17 he went to culinary school and spent years mastering Puerto Rican cuisine. He worked as a Sous chef for one of the island celebrity Chefs, Erique Pineiro. Then he moved to Miami where he learned Peruvian and Mexican cuisines, and had the pleasure to learn from Chef Oscar del Rivero. After about 8 years, he decided to move to Hawaii and had the pleasure of working at TBD by Vikram Garg where he moved on to learning French cuisine and now he is the Executive Chef at Off the Wall and is ready to show Honolulu what is he capable of. Check out Off The Wall Craft Beer & Wine for some of his amazing Latin American inspired cuisine! https://www.offthewallhawaii.com/

Brad Nicolai was born and raised in Honolulu before he ventured off to live and work in Boston, Florence, Italy, and Melbourne, Australia. Moving away from the ocean and surfboards to follow his family's Italian roots around the world, finding connections to his culture through food, art, design, and history.  Now back in Hawai'i, and sharing those experiences through a second generation family business as one of Hawai'i's leading automotive, motorsport and lifestyle brand, JN Group has grown to represent 26 world class manufacturers.  From Ferrari to Harley-Davidson, JN brings a world of new experiences and lifestyles like no other.  Celebrating 60 Years of Serving the People of Hawaii, We Are JN Group.  www.WeAreJNGroup.com

In this episode of Where Hawaii Eats, host Anne Lee sits down with Dave “DK” Kodama, owner and operator of DK Restaurants, to enjoy a variety of dishes featured at his different restaurants. She then heads to 3660 On the Rise in Kaimuki with special guest, Stanford Carr, President of Stanford Carr Development LLC, to hear his background and how he got to where he is today.

Local boy from Aiea, O’ahu, Dave “DK” Kodama opened his first Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar in Kapalua, Maui. Saying he has “come a long way, baby,” would be the ultimate understatement. DK now owns and operates six restaurants on three islands. In May 2000, Kodama opened his second Sansei at Honolulu’s Restaurant Row and in April 2002, the third location of the wildly popular concept was opened in Kīhei, Maui. In September 2004, D.K. took another giant leap when he moved the Restaurant Row Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar to the beautiful Waikīkī Beach Marriott Resort & Spa and added d.k Steak House at the same location. In July 2004 he teamed with Master Sommelier Chuck Furuya to open VINO Italian Tapas & Wine Bar at Restaurant Row. In February 2008, Hawai‘i Islanders got the Sansei they’d been craving at Queen’s MarketPlace in beautiful Waikoloa. Like the others, it was an instant hit. For more information on DK Restaurants, visit dkrestaurants.com

Stanford Carr is president of Stanford Carr Development, LLC (SCD) where he oversees an extensive portfolio of projects ranging from master-planned communities to resort-style living to affordable housing. Stanford is known for building communities on a foundation of family living, the spirit of the islands and respect for the land. Since 1990, SCD  has completed over 6000 homes and is responsible for some of the most recognizable residential communities in Hawaii, including The Hawai’i Kai Peninsula, Kehalani Masterplan Community on Maui, Iwalani, Waikoloa Colony Villas, Wailea Fairway Villas, Keauhou Place, Hawaii’s first Mixed Use Transit Oriented Development and many more. Stanford’s projects have earned numerous national, western national, and local awards. For more information on Stanford Carr Development, visit stanfordcarr.com

Host Anne Lee heads over to Roy Yamaguchi’s flagship restaurant, Roy’s Hawaii Kai, and enjoys a delicious meal made by the renowned Chef Roy Yamaguchi himself. Then she indulges in a traditional Kaiseki meal at Nanzan Giro Giro with Owner of Wilson Home Care, Shelley Wilson. Chef Yoshi serves up a unique kaiseki meal. The dishes are artfully prepared, using seasonal ingredients. They may appear small, but the meal consists of six or nine courses. It is a true culinary experience.

Culinary pioneer and Roy's founder Roy Yamaguchi was born in Tokyo. It was while visiting his grandparents on Maui that he had his first taste of seafood bought fresh at seaside piers — fond memories that would shape his future career. At 19, he graduated from the Culinary Institute of America in New York as a master chef and moved to Los Angeles where he served as executive chef at La Serene. After gaining invaluable experience in LA, Roy decided it was time to head closer to his roots. He moved to Hawaii and opened the first Roy's in 1988 in Hawaii Kai, O’ahu. He has since opened 10 different restaurants across O’ahu, Maui, Kauai, and Big Island.

Roy Yamaguchi is regarded as an international culinary visionary and the creator of Hawaiian fusion cuisine. His numerous accolades include the prestigious James Beard Award. Roy has also hosted six seasons of the television show "Hawaii Cooks with Roy Yamaguchi," seen in more than 60 countries, and has published three cookbooks.

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In this episode of Where Hawaii Eats, Mayor of the City and County of Honolulu, Rick Blangiardi, joins us for a special meal prepared by Chef Jonathan Mizukami at The Veranda located in the Kahala Hotel & Resort. Host Anne Lee and Blangiardi indulge in some new menu items including Foie Gras Musubi, Caviar French Fries, and others. We even had a surprise appearance by the famous dolphins!   

Rick Blangiardi has led a life of uncompromising service to Hawaii, his colleagues and especially his family. Blangiardi took office January 2, 2021 and immediately went to work with top priorities including the COVID-19 pandemic and its health and economic impacts, affordable housing and homelessness, public safety, rail, elder care, and modernizing services to bring the City’s technology into the 21st century.  

Prior to being elected Mayor Blangiardi led a distinguished and award winning career as a media executive that spanned more than four decades. He began his broadcast career at KGMB in 1977 and from there went on to become a nationally recognized leader, succeeding in senior executive positions in many of the nation’s most competitive markets including Seattle, New York City, San Francisco and Los Angeles. During his most recent ten year tenure at Hawaii New Now, before retiring to run for Mayor, Blangiardi and his team garnered more than 100 Emmy Awards, Mark Twain AP Awards and Edward R. Murrow Awards for journalistic excellence competing against major west coast markets.  

To find out more information on these local chefs, restaurants, and recipes visit wherehawaiieats.com For more videos like this, stay tuned! Be sure to subscribe to our channel and click the bell icon so you will always be alerted of new videos. Honolulu Star-Advertiser's Restaurant Insider, Anne Lee, sits down with local chefs at Hawaii's favorite restaurants to talk about their career, knowledge, and perspective on Hawaii's unique food culture. Where Hawaii Eats supports all local restaurant industry and features all the best food destinations Hawaii has to offer!

Host Anne Lee sits down with Emmanuel “Manny” Cournede, General Manager at Wolfgang’s Steakhouse in Waikiki to enjoy some fresh sizzling steaks. Then she heads over to Plumeria Beach House at The Kahala Hotel & Resort to indulge in a special meal with Managing Director of 87Zero, Sanford Hasegawa. Executive Chef Jonathan Mizukami prepared an impressive spread including a massive Seafood Tower, their famous Fried Ahi Musubi, and more! As General Manager at Wolfgang’s Steakhouse, Manny Cournede’s overall responsibility is to ensure each guest receives excellent customer service and enjoys an exceptional dining experience. What he enjoys the most about the restaurant industry is the challenge of striving to offer the best service focusing on a sense of urgency and attention to detail, making each and every one of the guests he encounters feel welcomed and that they truly are valued. It’s about ensuring that every dish leaving the kitchen is prepared to company standards, cooked to the right temperature, garnished properly, and that presentation is perfect. Be sure to check out Wolfgang’s Steakhouse in Waikiki to enjoy exceptional customer service and quality food! https://www.wolfgangssteakhouse.net/

Sanford Hasegawa is the Managing Director of 87Zero, which specializes in custom cabinetry, architectural elements, FF&E, and appliances, with manufacturing partners in Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Italy, Germany & the United States. They are raising the bar on luxury island living.

In this episode of Where Hawaii Eats, Chef Paul Rivera from Hula Grill shows Host Anne Lee how to prepare their delicious Ahi Poke Taco at the beautiful Outrigger Waikiki. Then she heads on over to Kailua to check out what Chef Russell Chu has cooking up at Goen Dining + Bar. Then Anne goes to Sysco Hawaii to catch up with president, Jason Wong and learn all about their amazing “Restaurant Rising Program.”

RECIPE: https://dining.staradvertiser.com/2021/06/features/where-hawaii-eats/ahi-poke-taco/

#Ahi #Poke #TacoIn this episode of Where Hawaii Eats, Chef Paul Rivera from Hula Grill shows Host Anne Lee how to prepare their delicious Ahi Poke Taco at the beautiful Outrigger Waikiki. Then she heads on over to Kailua to check out what Chef Russell Chu has cooking up at Goen Dining + Bar. Then Anne goes to Sysco Hawaii to catch up with president, Jason Wong and learn all about their amazing “Restaurant Rising Program.”   RECIPE: https://dining.staradvertiser.com/2021/06/features/where-hawaii-eats/ahi-poke-taco/ To find out more information on these local chefs, restaurants, and recipes visit wherehawaiieats.com For more videos like this, stay tuned! Be sure to subscribe to our channel and click the bell icon so you will always be alerted of new videos. Honolulu Star-Advertiser's Restaurant Insider, Anne Lee, sits down with local chefs at Hawaii's favorite restaurants to talk about their career, knowledge, and perspective on Hawaii's unique food culture. Where Hawaii Eats supports all local restaurant industry and features all the best food destinations Hawaii has to offer!

Where Hawaii Eats Episode #9  

In this episode of Where Hawaii Eats, Chef Ron De Guzman from Stage Restaurant teaches Anne Lee how to prepare their Island Opah with Tomato Ogo Sake Butter at the beautiful Outrigger Waikiki. She heads over to Chinatown to Encore Saloon with Owner Danny Kaaialii to learn about how they’re spicing things up with their delicious Mexican food. Then Anne goes to Sysco Hawaii to catch up with president, Jason Wong, and gets a taste of Duke’s Waikiki Korean Sticky Ribs with Chef Matt Young.

RECIPE: https://dining.staradvertiser.com/2021/05/homepage-feature/island-opah-with-tomato-ogo-sake-butter/

To find out more information on these local chefs, restaurants, and recipes visit wherehawaiieats.com For more videos like this, stay tuned! Be sure to subscribe to our channel and click the bell icon so you will always be alerted of new videos. Honolulu Star-Advertiser's Restaurant Insider, Anne Lee, sits down with local chefs at Hawaii's favorite restaurants to talk about their career, knowledge, and perspective on Hawaii's unique food culture. Where Hawaii Eats supports all local restaurant industry and features all the best food destinations Hawaii has to offer!

In this episode of Where Hawaii Eats, The Honolulu Star-Advertiser's Dining Out restaurant ambassador, Anne Lee, learns how to prepare Chef Chai’s Creamy Lemongrass Soup with Chicken and Mushroom at the beautiful Outrigger Waikiki. She heads over to Chinatown to Yakitori Hachibei with Owner Robert Yamazaki and samples some of their popular yakitori dishes. Then Anne goes to Sysco Hawaii to catch up with president, Jason Wong, and gets a taste of Chef Harold Beltran’s Chimichurri Steak from Restaurant 604.

RECIPE: https://dining.staradvertiser.com/2021/05/features/where-hawaii-eats/creamy-lemongrass-soup-with-chicken-and-mushroom/

To find out more information on these local chefs, restaurants, and recipes visit wherehawaiieats.com For more videos like this, stay tuned! Be sure to subscribe to our channel and click the bell icon so you will always be alerted of new videos. Honolulu Star-Advertiser's Restaurant Insider, Anne Lee, sits down with local chefs at Hawaii's favorite restaurants to talk about their career, knowledge, and perspective on Hawaii's unique food culture. Where Hawaii Eats supports all local restaurant industry and features all the best food destinations Hawaii has to offer!

In this episode of Where Hawaii Eats, The Honolulu Star-Advertiser's Dining Out restaurant ambassador, Anne Lee, learns how to prepare Quiora’s Calabrian Shrimp Appetizer with Chef Shaymus Alwin at the beautiful Outrigger Waikiki. She sits down with Chef Patrick Collins of La Vie to indulge in some delicious French cuisine! Then Anne heads over to Sysco Hawaii to catch up with president, Jason Wong, and talks story with Goma Tei’s General Manager Jenny Lu and tries their homemade Ginger Chicken Cold Noodle.

RECIPE: https://dining.staradvertiser.com/2021/05/features/where-hawaii-eats/calabrian-shrimp-appetizer/

To find out more information on these local chefs, restaurants, and recipes visit wherehawaiieats.com For more videos like this, stay tuned! Be sure to subscribe to our channel and click the bell icon so you will always be alerted of new videos. Honolulu Star-Advertiser's Restaurant Insider, Anne Lee, sits down with local chefs at Hawaii's favorite restaurants to talk about their career, knowledge, and perspective on Hawaii's unique food culture. Where Hawaii Eats supports all local restaurant industry and features all the best food destinations Hawaii has to offer!

In this episode of Where Hawaii Eats, The Honolulu Star-Advertiser's Dining Out restaurant ambassador, Anne Lee, learns how to prepare Duke Waikiki’s delicious Parmesan and Herb Crusted Fish with Basmati Rice and Caper Beurre Blanc with Chef Matt Young at the beautiful Outrigger Waikiki. She sits down with Chef/Owner Don Murphy at Murphy’s Bar and Grill in historic Chinatown and learns how they bring Ireland to the Islands! Then Anne heads over to Sysco Hawaii to catch up with president, Jason Wong, and talks story with Egghead Cafe’s Co-Founder Kevin Young while indulging in their Chorizo Eggs Benedict.

RECIPE:  https://dining.staradvertiser.com/2021/05/features/where-hawaii-eats/parmesan-and-herb-crusted-fish-with-basmati-rice-and-caper-beurre-blanc-recipe/

To find out more information on these local chefs, restaurants, and recipes visit wherehawaiieats.com For more videos like this, stay tuned! Be sure to subscribe to our channel and click the bell icon so you will always be alerted of new videos. Honolulu Star-Advertiser's Restaurant Insider, Anne Lee, sits down with local chefs at Hawaii's favorite restaurants to talk about their career, knowledge, and perspective on Hawaii's unique food culture. Where Hawaii Eats supports all local restaurant industry and features all the best food destinations Hawaii has to offer!