We had zero planned for the Catalina Island port, and as we roamed around, we saw that mini golf was nearby.
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Golf Gardens turned out to be a lot of fun!
There were all sorts of tricky holes, and as the kids gave the trick shots their best efforts, lots of laughter ensued!
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Jagalchi
1334 Young St Ste 106
Honolulu, HI 96814
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| "Soup and Sandwich" |
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| Whole Tomato Salad |
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| Dungeness Crab and Shrimp Cake |
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| Sumida Farm Leko Kalua Pig Caesar |
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| Ginger Crusted Onaga |
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| Pineapple "Shave Ice" |
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| Waialua Chocolate Crunch Bars |
Mr. Moto Pizza is a Cali chain that serves up all sorts of pizzas, as well as stuffed knots.
I decided to grab a Pepperoni Jalapeno Ranch stuffed knot.
Credit Tyler Shortt
Mary, Star of the Sea Church and Schools will host their 18th annual East Honolulu Food Festival (EHFF) on Saturday, May 2 from 5:30 to 9:30pm on the school grounds located at 4470 Aliikoa Street. Themed “Under the Moon in Old Hawaii,” this beloved family-friendly event invites the public to celebrate local cuisine under a full moon against a nostalgic backdrop reminiscent of Old Hawaii.
The EHFF is the largest festival in East Honolulu, drawing approximately 2,000 food and beverage enthusiasts from across the island. The all-inclusive ticket price allows limitless tasting portions from over 20 participating restaurants and purveyors. This year’s participants include newcomers Vintage Books Hawaii and Mango Mango in addition to such returning favorites as bEASTside Kitchen, Cafe Julia Hawaii at Laniakea, Katsu Sando 808, Il Gelato, Maile’s Thai Bistro, Tight Tacos, Kamitoku Ramen, Kapa Hale, Quiora and more. Kai Vodka will sponsor a Tiki Bar featuring island-inspired cocktails, while Kona Brewing Company and a wine tent will offer an assortment of craft beers and wines for guests 21 years and older.
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The admission price includes a robust line-up of kids’ activities and live DJ entertainment as well as access to the coveted silent auction, where festival go-ers can score restaurant certificates, staycations, and more. Ridesharing (Uber or Lyft) is encouraged but free parking and shuttle service are available at nearby Kalani High School.
Tickets are priced at $100 for adults and $40 for children ages 3-13. Admission is free for children under three. VIP tables are also available and come with premium experiences such as servings of prime cuts from Hy’s Steakhouse. Purchase tickets in advance on the website at www.theEHFF.com. Tickets are also available at the door for an additional $5 fee. Proceeds from the event will support programs for the community and Mary, Star of the Sea Church as well as fund educational activities and technology upgrades for the Schools.
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Participating Restaurants and Businesses
bEASTside Kitchen Maile’s Thai Bistro
Big Girl Bakes, Sweet & Savory Mango Mango
Cafe Julia Panda Express
Da Spot Health Foods & Juices Peace Cafe
Il Gelato Hawaii Quiora
Kahala Nui Solera
KAI Spirits This Lil Piggy
Kamitoku Ramen Tight Tacos
Kapa Hale Vintage Books Hawaii
Katsu Sando 808 Win Spuntino
Kona Brewing Company Hy’s Steakhouse (VIP table only)
Ippudo Horie was just a couple doors down from our hotel (Mimaru Osaka Namba North), and we passed it almost every single day. After a long day out, we decided to keep things easy and grab dinner close by. No planning, no commute—just walk in and eat.
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We had been to Ippudo NY before, and it was excellent. So of course we were wondering… would it be even better in Japan?
Yes. 100% yes!
The ramen was everything you want and more.
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The gyoza and fried rice were perfect compliments to the ramen.
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Ippudo ended up being one of our favorite meals of our trip!
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IPPUDO HORIE
1-1-12 Minamihorie, Osaka 550-0015 Osaka Prefecture
