A delicious fundraiser
Friday - June 20, 2008
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Ask winemaker Jim Clendenen, owner of Au Bon Climat (and the man named “Winemaker of the World ” in 2004 by Wein Gourmet) where his favorite restaurant is, and you’ll get an enthusiastic reply. “I went to Melisse recently,” he says, “and I was just blown away by the food. It’s easily the best meal I’ve had in a long time.” High praise indeed for a man whose palate is trusted by millions of wine enthusiasts worldwide.
There’s a rare chance to taste the food of Melisse owner Josiah Citrin this weekend at Chefs Du Jour, where a few tickets remain for the grazing event and fundraiser for Easter Seals Hawaii. Citrin has been invited to star at the fundraising event Saturday by Alan Wong, who’s followed the young chefs career with interest.
“Josiah Citrin is a very talented chef,” says Alan. “Luckily for us he also likes Hawaii and he loves to surf.”
Other notable chefs joining Wong include Philippe Padovani, Donato Loperfido, Hiroshi Fukui, Hank Adaniya, Alan Takasaki and “Iron Chef French” Hiroyuki Sakai.
Full details of the Saturday night program and information on tickets at www.hawaiieasterseals.com.
New Keiki Menu at Romano’s Macaroni Grill.
Romano’s Macaroni Grill, located at Ala Moana Center’s Ho’okipa Terrace, has a new Keiki Menu with all items priced at $7.59.
Given the “children’s stamp of approval” by youngsters who have been sampling it, the menu is aimed at those 12 and under. Entrée selections are Grilled Chicken and Broccoli served with pasta; Macaroni and Cheese; Fettuccine Alfredo; Spaghetti with a choice of red or meat sauce and one “giant meatball;” Chicken Fingerias with fries or macaroni and cheese; and Mona Lisa’s Masterpizza, with a choice of cheese or pepperoni.
For nutritional balance, the restaurant offers a salad or steamed broccoli as a substitute for macaroni and cheese or fries with entrees.
All entrees include a choice of soda, fruit punch, orange juice, cranberry juice or milk, with free refills a major attraction for kids and their parents. And for dessert, Romano’s Macaroni Grill is showcasing vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce.
The new children’s offerings are presented in a colorful menu complete with crayons and activities ideal for table-side enjoyment. If you haven’t yet been to RMG, make a family visit - you may soon be hooked.
Romano’s Macaroni Grill is open daily from 11 a.m. For reservations, group events and catering, call 356-8300.
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Don Ho’s Island Grill.
Don Ho’s Island Grill has center stage seats for one of the most popular firework displays of the year.
The Independence Day celebrations get under way this year with a July third fireworks display over Honolulu Harbor beginning at 9 p.m.
Reserved waterfront seating is on both the first and second floor of the restaurant and both include an all-you-can-eat buffet. The buffet starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $30 per person for first floor seating, and $50 per person for second floor seating.
Seating is limited, guests are advised to call early to make reservations.
Validated parking available at Aloha Tower Marketplace. 528-0807
Tio’s Mexican Food ... and Burgers Too.
In case you didn’t notice, Dixie Grill closed its doors and reopened last year as Tio’s. The menu is based on “New Mex” cooking, a style adopted by owner Ed Wary (who also owns Auntie Pasto’s and Dixie Grill, Aiea) after his extensive travels through Mexico. “People aren’t too familiar with the food,” says Director of Operations Jim Hamacheck, “so we’ve added a few local favorites to the menu to give people something more familiar at lunch and dinner.” Alongside some excellent green chili dishes (there’s a fabulous chili relleno that’s a must-try for Mexican food lovers) you’ll now find green chili burgers tender calamari, carne adovado and spicy homemade salsas.
Tio’s Garage and Taco Station 404 Ward Avenue 596-8359
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