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I'm having a little watercolor show at Bacchus Wine Bar next Thursday, May 10th. The reception goes from 6PM- 10PM, and will be up until July. So if you're in the neighborhood, stop on by to check out these painted, edible delights. Local. Gluten free. Zero peanut allergens.
I recently went to Oahu and the Big Island for my birthday. Here are some sketches from the ten day trip.
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I wasn't staying at the Surfrider, but I did hang out there. This guy was singing about a little grass hut.
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I liked sitting on the porch in the rocking chairs.
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This is the hotel I stayed for the weekend—The Aston Waikiki Circle. And circular it was. Comfy bed, too!
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First Mai Tai of the trip!
I took The Bus to Koko Head. Slow but cheap. What's the hurry, right?
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So many steps to the top, but worth the view.
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Two great meals—a mixed plate from Rainbow Drive-In and eggs and sausage from Eggs 'N Things.
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Now on to the Big Island. 12B would be an indication of what's to come.
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A really cool beach north of the Kailua Kona airport.
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Snorkeling near Captain Cook's monument. I remember a lot of Yellow Tang and a couple of aptly named Parrot Fish.
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Oh, stayed at the Royal Kona Resort. Great value, great location. Mauna Kea offered an amazing view of the island as far as the eye could see.
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It was on the happy hour menu, and I couldn't resist the colors. Tasted very banana-y. Huggos on the Rocks is a great place to catch the sunset, too.
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Just me, the trade winds, and....a vietnamese silk robe? Anyway, it was a great trip!
A lot of places do sliders these days, but the ones at Fat Angel sure stand out from the crowd. These little wonders come packed with caramelized onions, bacon, irish cheddar, and aioli. Don't just fill up on their delicious beer—save some room for these little guys.
Chicken pot pie cooking on the stove at Ella's. Is it ready yet? I'm hungry.
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There we go! And piping hot, too. I had to let it cool off a bit. Perfect on a cold day!
Ingredients of a pork bánh mì From the NomNom Truck.
My backpack, The Smart Alec, at The Social Study.
Meet the Pork Torcino with Garlic Fried Rice from B Star Bar. Colorful and satisfying, the Torcino proved to be a delightful choice on a menu featuring items such as Chicken Croquette Hash, Salmon Benedict, and these little rice crispy brussel sprout thingies that have to be tasted to be believed. It's a busy place on the weekend—but you can make reservations, and probably should. I'll be coming back soon to sketch up those other yummy offerings soon!
Warm Hiyaoroshi on a rainy night.
Guy in front of me, going at it.
