Kat's Playbook: Hawaii

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Must Eat, Must Drink: Hawaii

1. Shave Ice - We were definitely shocked to hear that our good friends that now live on Oahu have not had shaved ice yet. I mean, its like not having popcorn at the movies, a beer at the game, or shots at the Monday morning meeting.
Aoki's and Matsumoto's on Oahu and Annie's on Maui...all Damn Good.

2. Betty's - The best restaurant in Lahaina is Betty's. Low key, great food, and a Luau!! That's right, skip the $90 Luau and just get a good seat at Betty's. Just in front of your ocean view, is the stage. We just couldn't get enough of Betty and went there twice! Mahalo Betty - You're the best.

3. Mama's Fish House - Now if you are heading to Maui, you must have a big night out at Mama's Fish House. Its a little more on the pricey side, but Oh-So-Worth-It. Seriously. The view...amazing. The atmosphere...amazing. Mama's Stuffed Mahi Mahi...Ah-Mazing.

And check out our dessert....The Black Pearl (make sure you say that in your best Pirates of the Caribbean voice).

8. The Daily Plate - If you are heading to Hawaii, you MUST have a Daily Plate. You can find it just about anywhere. The more its a "Dive" the better. Our favorite daily plate was at Nico's Pier 38 (featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives). Also try the Loco Moco - Rice, Burger patty, 2 eggs, and lots of gravy. Hello Heart Attack.

5. Coconut Porter - Even if you are not a huge dark beer kind of gal (or guy), you MUST try the coconut porter by the Maui Brewing Co. We are already trying to get it at our local liquor store.

6. Plantation House Restaurant - Even if you don't golf, you have to appreciate this view. Wowzers! Plus, this place has the best damn crab cake eggs benedict you will ever have. The Food Network channel (and Kat) say so!

Posted in: Hawaii, Must Drink, Must Eat, Vacay on Monday, October 18, 2010 at 3 comments

Must See, Must Do: Hawaii

1. Helitour - Gator Guy and I splurged for an open doors Helicopter tour over west Maui and Molokai. That's right, no doors. Ah-freaking-mazing. I just might be considering a career as a traffic reporter just so I can experience the copter more!!

2. Snokeling - It has always been a little tough snorkeling in places after seeing the Great Barrier Reef. I mean, quite the place to live up to. But I must say that Maui did...and then some. We took a snorkel tour with the Pacific Whale Foundation, stopped by Molikini and Turtle Town. I was convinced that we wouldn't see any turtles and it was just a way for us to cash in that moolah. Wrong! We saw green sea turtles everywhere. What beautiful and peaceful creatures!

Sadly I turned down the water camera, but this is just what it was like

3. Bellow's Beach - Best kept secret on Oahu. Skip those crowded beaches and head to Bellow's Beach. It is actually on Bellow's Air Force Base and is open to the public on weekends. Great view. No crowds. Damn good time.

4. The North Shore - There is just something about the North Shore on Oahu. Surfers. Slow pace. Surfers. Dole Pineapple. Surfers. Wiamea Bay was the first beach that we hit up on our trip and it was the best. Beautiful waves.

5. Road to Hana - There are not kidding. The Road to Hana has twists and turns that will definitely make your stomach cry for a dramamine. In fact, 600 curves and 54 bridges to be exact. But it is a definite must see. And feel free to take a little adventure off to one of the off road waterfalls.

6. Hiking - Gator Guy and I just couldn't get enough hiking. Diamond Head, Coco Head, Manoa Falls, and much more. Just make sure you bring your Keens.

7. Lahaina, Maui - Oh Lahaina...How I love thee. We stayed at Lahaina Shores. We didn't really know what to expect when we booked it online, but this small little fisherman's town is my new love. Restaurants everywhere and beautiful art galleries on every corner.