Archive for Kerry Miller

Wine Down

August - September 2009

Food and wine pairings liven up Wednesdays at town When it comes to days of the week, nobody likes Mondays – no explanation needed for that. Rock band The Cure is “in love” with Fridays, and from January to May, Tuesdays engage us with American Idol. But what about Wednesday? What can we do on…

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A Slice of Italy

April - May 2009

Great wine and a fresh menu at vino in restaurant row On the Tv show Cheers, the featured bar was a place “where everybody knows your name.” Local master sommelier Chuck Furuya, co-owner of Vino Italian Tapas and Wine Bar, says his restaurant is the “Italian Cheers” – a hangout for great wine and great…

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A New Twist

February - March 2009

Check out the redesigned Hanohano room at the Sheraton Waikiki Hotel Even if you’re afraid of heights (as this writer happens to be) it’s worth the scare riding the elevator up to Twist at Hanohano at the Sheraton Waikiki Hotel. Located on the Sheraton’s 30th floor, the view on the way up is pretty spectacular…

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Chai’s Island Bistro

December - January 2009

Live music and fantastic food make this bustling night spot a must-visit Good news: You don’t have to wait until the weekend anymore to spend a night out on the town! Enjoy fine food, marvelous live music and the company of friends on a Monday, Tuesday, or even Wednesday if you like. Chai Chaowasaree, owner…

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Easily Amuse

October - November 2008

Sip from an impressive array of wines at the Honolulu Design Center’s wine bar Wine heaven has been discovered, and thy name is Amuse Wine Bar. Inside this vino universe, pinots, cabernets, mer-lots, Rieslings and more await wine lovers thirsting for a sip of that sweet nectar. Located on the second floor of the Honolulu…

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Formaggio Grill

August - September 2008

Enjoy an Eastside night spot in Kailua Things are literally “looking good” for Kailua native Dusty Grable. Grable is not only the restaurant manager at Formaggio Grill in Kailua, but he also was voted the town’s “Sexiest Man” for the third year in a row. For verification of Grable’s prestigious title, head to the Kailua…

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