Children's Discovery Center

Read a book in a humungous chair, go back in time to plantation days, and see the workings of the skeletal system. All of this and MORE at the Children's Discovery Center in Kakaako. A great place to celebrate Kira's 4th birthday!

Pumpkin Cake

Could the cooler weather signal the coming of fall? What better way than using an ingredient associated with this season. Moist, simple and the right amount of pumpkin taste with the addition of 1/2 t of pumpkin pie spice.

Orange Sesame Chicken

Melissa d'Arabian's episode on Takeout Fakeout was great-fast, cheap and flavorful. I thought the orange marmalade, mirin, and shoyu combination was odd but it was the key to delicious chicken. Rolled in panko and drizzled with melted butter and baked at 375 for 15 minutes. If you're thinking of ordering out, save your money and try this dish!

Orzo with Spinach and Sun Dried Tomatoes

I raced home after a meal at Macaroni Grill to recreate the orzo and it was a success! The sprig of thyme and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice were the last touches to a unforgettable side dish. Light, full of flavor, and yummy!

Gingerbread Cake

A feature on Food Network inspired me to get into the kitchen and try something new. Crystallized ginger, molasses, and spices made this cake pleasantly different from all the cakes I usually make but good. A dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of powdered sugar were perfect for a sweet ending!

Macaroni Grill

We rarely venture into town and when we do we make it a point to have dinner at Macaroni Grill. Fresh calamari, succulent opah, and oh so light and delicious orzo with spinach and sun dried tomatoes.

HTY's Momotaru "Peach Boy"

I would flip through the pages and make up stories with this Japanese tale before I could even read. The page with the peach floating down the river fascinated me. I wanted to share this special story with Anna and Kamalu and they enjoyed it as much as I did. Furry monsters, Momotaru, anime style with clever techniques made this production smart and fun!