The Great Big Game Show + Promo Code!

Have you heard of the Great Big Game Show? Located in Ala Moana Shopping Center, it's an hour-long interactive entertainment experience where you compete as contestants on a TV-style soundstage complete with your very own gameshow host! You only need 2 contestants to play and each group will be split into two teams to compete in various mini-games. Every game show includes 5 or more mini-games and with over 17 rotating mini-games, it'll be a different experience each time you visit.

For our group of 11, we decided to play girls versus boys. Sora was our amazing game show host and explained the rules of each game. She kept our games super fun with her high energy and enthusiasm. The hour went by quickly thanks to all the fun we were having, and Sora captured all our best moments in a Highlight Reel we received the next day. That gift was a very nice touch and so fun to watch. Our group had the best time with one of my friends calling it five-star fun! Definitely recommend for groups that enjoy a little competition.

Co-host Chip 

Rolling to see who goes first

Ready Bet Go

Puzzles to solve in Letter Roll

The Great Big Game Show recommends their games for ages 6 and up. A paying guardian (18+) must participate with anyone 14 or younger, and anyone under 18 will need an adult to sign their waiver. Children ages 4 and under are welcome to tag along free of charge, but call them before booking as each game has a maximum player capacity of 14 contestants. Currently they are running a $35 ticket (regular $45.99) Back to School promotion with code BTS35. Offer ends 8/31 and play by 9/30/26

Thank you to the Great Big Game Show for hosting Hawaii Mom Blog! All opinions are honest and entirely my own.

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Mililani Hongwanji Mission Bon Dance

We made an impromptu decision to go to the Mililani Hongwanji Bon Dance, and it was mostly because of the food!   

We amazingly found parking close by and got there at 530pm for food (dancing starts at 7pm). It was super hot, but once the sun set it was the nicest evening.

We ate great food, and it was fun to watch the different generations dancing to both traditional and KPop songs.    

Gyudon

Andagi

Smash Burger from The Clubhouse at Mililani

Olomana Bros Onolicious Beverages Ocean Breeze Lemonade

Olomana Bros Onolicious Beverages Pickled Mango Lemonade

Takoyaki from The Clubhouse at Mililani

Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp Skewers from Waialua BBQ

Kona Ice

Garlic Truffle Fries from The Clubhouse at Mililani

Chow Fun from The Clubhouse at Mililani

Mililani Hongwanji Mission Bon Dance

95-257 Kaloapau St

Mililani, HI 96789

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Sunnyside

We did a mini crawl through Wahiawa, and a visit to Wahiawa wouldn't be complete without a stop at Sunnyside!

I'm not a huge pie person, but I am very fond of Sunnyside's pies because my former boss used to bring them to the office frequently.

I eventually learned about the "Fried Rice Special," and Sunny Side became a spot we'd go to or get take-out from for breakfast at times.

The Fried Rice is still very popular, frequently selling out, and also popular are the Liver & Onions, and Blueberry Cream Pie (call it in and they can hold a slice for you on the side).

Although we didn't get any of those things when we ended our mini Wahiawa crawl at Sunnyside, what we got was still good:

Lechon Kawali

I had the Lechon Kawali.  It was such an enormous serving - I had so much leftovers!

Loco Moco

Chocolate Cream Pie

Pear-Peach Pie

I had the Pear-Peach Pie to finish the meal - the crust was buttery and flaky.  So good!

Sunnyside
1017 Kilani Ave

Wahiawa, HI 96786

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Tanaka Ramen & Izakaya - Faves + Seasonal Specials

Tanaka Ramen & Izakaya is one of my faves. They have such a great variety of foods - ramen, curries, and more. We were invited to try their seasonal specials, and of course we had to get our faves as well (we went to the Town Center of Mililani location).

 
Seasonal Specials available through Oct. 31:

Summer Special Hiyashi

The Summer Special Hiyashi had an umami-laden tsuyu broth. So refreshing and perfect for the season!

Ebi Katsu

The crisp Ebi Katsu paired nicely with the jalapeño mayo dipping sauce, which gave the shrimp a nice kick.

My go-to is usually a Curry Bowl + Gyoza.

Pork Gyoza

Chicken Katsu Curry Don

Beef Sukiyaki Don

Kimchi Chashu Fried Rice

Takoyaki

Tanaka Garlic Volcano

We enjoyed everything! There is something to satisfy all appetites!

Tanaka Ramen & Izakaya
Town Center of Mililani
95-1249 Meheula Pkwy
Mililani, HI 96789

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Solight Design's MEGAPUFF™ Solar Lantern & Phone Charger - Power Bank Sale & Discount Code

Many lessons were learned from Hurricane Lala, and one of the many was that solar and alternative power sources are critical in emergencies.

Solight Design, co-founded by Alice Min Soo Chun, creates solar lights and other products, offering consumers sustainable solutions when it comes to power. 

Solight Design's MEGAPUFF™ Solar Lantern & Phone Charger - Power Bank is one such product.  

It is currently on sale for $47.60 (retail is $68) through Sunday, August 23, 2026, and you can use discount code LIGHTAFTERLALA2026 for an additional 20% off (discounted price is $38.08). The discount code expires September 21, 2026.

You can also get free US shipping with orders of $100+, so order multiple for family & relatives, or join in with friends to make the free shipping minimum.

Details about the MEGAPUFF from the website:

• Origami Design: Pull the handles and twist to expand it open into a beautiful cube. Twist and push together the top and bottom to fold flat.
• Up to 150 Hours of light on low setting: Continuous lightning with 8-10 hours of charging in bright sunlight.
• Power Bank/Phone Charger: 4000mAh rechargeable battery gives up to 150 hours of light on low setting; 48 hours on high setting. Charges your phone from 2% to 80% in 1.5 hours.
• Water Resistant: Water Resistant cube when open, protection IP67. Can be left outdoors. If unit gets wet, dry out in the sun.
• Up to 300 Lumens: Continuous lightning with 8-10 hours of charging with sunlight OR Rapid charge in 2 hours with the USB-C cable included.
• Environmentally Friendly: Non-toxic and recyclable, no PVC.

Mahalo to Solight Design for the discount code!

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Visit Anchorage: Summit Spice & Tea Co.

On our last day in Alaska, we went to Summit Spice & Tea Company to get some omiyage.

Not only do they have an amazing selections of spices and teas, but their selection of Alaskan-made goods is quite impressive. 

Not only did I buy teas, but I also bought cookies, chocolates, smoked salmon, tin fish, baking mixes, and more - all made in Alaska.

They also have a curated selection of non-Alaskan made goods.

Summit Spice & Tea Co. was the best spot to shop for omiyage!

Summit Spice & Tea Co.

3030 Denali St #2

Anchorage, AK 99503

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Sage Creamery

After a disappointing dinner at a restaurant, we decided to not order dessert, and instead get ice cream at Sage Creamery. 

Cookies + Cream

Ube Crinkle Cookie

Campfire S'mores

It was the best idea.  I love the rich and creamy premium ice cream flavors that incorporate local ingredients.  

My fave is the Cookies + Cream - they do not skimp on the cookie pieces!


Sage Creamery
91-3575 Kauluakoko St #3005

Ewa Beach, HI 96706

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