Sushi Sho in Waikiki
Sushi Sho in Waikiki masterfully blends traditional Edomae style sushi techniques with Hawaiian ingredients. The restaurant is located at the Ritz-Carlton Residences in Waikiki.
SingleThread Restaurant & Inn
It is high time we talked about SingleThread Restaurant & Inn. This charming bed and breakfast is located in Healdsburg, CA and is serving up unique dishes in their 3 Michelin-Star restaurant.
The Starless Sea Book Review
After finding a curious book, Zachary Ezra Rawlins follows a trail of clues that leads him down a rabbit hole and into a world full of wonder. He is the key to an unsolved riddle hidden within the stories that span across lifetimes. But there are those that believe certain things need to stay buried and they will stop at nothing to accomplish their mission to protect what is precious to them.
The French Laundry in Yountville, CA
Dinner at The French Laundry is more than just a meal. It's a courtside seat at a Lakers game as Lebron drives up the center for a game winning buzzer beater to take the playoff championship. It's a backstage pass to the Red Hot Chili Peppers as the first bars of "By the Way" begin to play to a sold out arena. It's a confirmation that you can fly… that magic exists… that life is so much more.
Manoa Chocolate on Oahu
We always make it a point to stop by our favorite chocolate shop, Manoa Chocolate, when we are on Oahu. We first stumbled across the craft chocolate makers back in 2015. Back then, they occupied a tiny shop across the parking lot on the top floor of Kailua Square Shopping Center.
Tea-licious Cafe in Kailua-Kona
Tea-licious cafe is known for their European style coffee, tea, and pastries. It is located in a very small plaza on Lunapule Rd in Kailua-Kona, but it is very easy to miss if you aren't looking out for it.
Heather Lake Hiking Trail Near Seattle, WA
If you are looking for a good hike around Seattle, WA, then Heather Lake Hiking Trail near Granite Falls is a great option. Washington's Snoqualmie National Forest is beautifully lush and densely packed with trees, mushrooms, and wild blackberries.
Tress of the Emerald Sea Book Review
This story follows an ordinary girl, Tress, on a journey from her tiny island of existence to save the man she loves. Along the way she picks up some unlikely companions as she uses her sharp mind and determination to overcome all the obstacles in their path.
Sakanaya Modern Japanese Kaiseki
One of the most enduring themes of Japanese culture is something called "monozukuri", the pursuit of beauty through simplicity and dedication of purpose. This is reflected everywhere, from the artisan who dedicates their life to creating the ideally proportioned ceramic bowl, to the humble chef who spends his career trying to find a way to get just a bit more umami from his dashi.
Coffee Farm Tour and Tasting in Kona
It's hard to deny that coffee is one of the most popular drink choices worldwide. But did you know that those bags of coffee beans are actually seeds? If you've ever been curious to know how your favorite brew is produced, look no further than this charming coffee farm in Captain Cook, Hawaii.
Beekeeping Tour on the Big Island of Hawaii
Beekeeping has been around for thousands of years, and it is an important practice for many cultures around the world. Visit Big Island Bees in Captain Cook, Hawaii, to learn all about the history of beekeeping as well as why these fuzzy little friends are so important to the environment.
Cacao Farm Tour and Chocolate Tasting in Hilo
Have you ever wondered how chocolate is made? Stop by Lavaloha Cacao Farm, located just 10 minutes outside of downtown Hilo on the Big Island of Hawaii. There you can take a tour of the farm to see cacao pods growing up close and personal.
Paint Orchids With Local Artist on the Big Island
At Orchid Isle Manor you will learn how to paint orchids with Stephanie, a local artist on the Big Island of Hawaii. This is a relaxing and fun painting class while enjoying views of the beautiful property that is full and lush with vegetation.
Visit the Cutest Goat Farm on Oahu
Less than an hour drive from Waikiki Beach Walk in Honolulu, Oahu is a quaint little goat farm located in Waialua where you can shop for goat dairy products and feed a frantic and energetic herd.
Terrace by Mix Mix
Orange County is a hub buzzing with different cultures, but one thing that it lacks is good Filipino cuisine. You won't find your traditional Filipino favorites at Terrace by Mix Mix, but instead a variety of dishes that are influenced by Filipino, Italian and French cuisine. What you end up with is a combination of flavors that excite and delight the senses!
Private Onsen For Those With Tattoos at Ryokan in Takayama Japan
Visiting a Ryokan (traditional Japanese inn) and soaking in the natural hot springs is a wonderful experience - the one we found in Takayama, Japan was one of the highlights of our trip!
A Day With A Master Swordsmith
Master sword smith Taro teaches us the fundamentals of metalworking and how to forge our own blades.
Traveling Light in Japan - Inside Our Backpacks
Before we started planning the details of our trip we had to make a very important decision - suitcase or backpack? In this post we will talk about the pros and cons for both, what we packed in our bags, and do's and don'ts.
