Buzz’s Steakhouse

After our morning tour of Shangri La we went to Buzz’s for a relaxing lunch. Buzz’s has a festive tiki-hut atmospher that takes you back to an old Hawaii. Buzz’s was decorated for Halloween not only at the entrance but the banyan tree, we sat under on the large outdoor lanai, had a witch’s, hat, […]

Dancing

As we were waiting for our food, the night’s entertainment was about to start. The keyboard was set up and the blind gentleman was ready to begin. But as turned on the keyboard and started to play nothing came out. Steve and the boys, Ian and Conner, decided to help him out. They discovered it […]

LaMariana Restaurant & Bar

Nestled on the shores of Keehi Lagoon in Honolulu, Hawaii sits La Mariana Tiki Bar and Restaurant. Founded in 1957 by Annette and Johnny Campbell, La Mariana continues to serve as a historic reminder of the old days of Hawaii and has become a museum of Hawaiian collectibles from many of the beautiful and most […]

Haleiwa Joes Seafood Grill – Food & Drinks

After visiting with the turtles at Turtle Bay we headed to lunch at Haleiwa Joe’s Seafood Grill. It was very nice little grill with a great patio, the weather was perfect for eating outside.  They had a nice menu and really good drinks. We really liked the glasses so we bought some to bring home. […]

Macadamia Nuts

Tropical Farms began as a roadside operation in 1987. Located on Kamehameha Highway with the Pacific Ocean on the backside of the building. Steve and Chrissy Paty set upon an adventure that is ongoing after two decades. Cracking, sorting and packaging at night, the days were filled with children at the hip and the selling […]

Mai Tais

During our trip to Hawaii we went to Waikiki Beach several times. On this day, it was our first visit. We had stop for drinks at Hawaiian Hilton Hotel and Hale Koa Hotel. We had Mai Tais at each hotel but the ones at the Hilton were my favorite. At $15 a piece, they should […]

Our Flight

We flew from Kansas City to Dallas, where we met up with the Rotchfords. Fred had arranged for us to fly first classes so it had been a very nice flight. In Dallas we waited in the American Airlines Admirals Club were we had complimentary juice, coffee, soft drinks, herbal tea and light snacks. They […]

Wedding Welcome Dinner, Reception, Brunch – All Good Food

We had wonderful food at the Welcome Dinner, for Michelle and Don’s Wedding, on Friday evening, a great breakfast buffet at the hotel on Saturday morning and we continued eating at the reception with huge shrimp and egg rolls. There was a wide selection of drinks and a fantastic California wine. Dinner was so good, […]

Hamburgers and Ice Cream

Road trips can be fun, especially when you discover out-of-the-way places. And if you have been out walking in the forest, you need something to eat. We traveled into McCloud and found Floyd’s Frosty.  They claim to have the ‘best burgers in Siskiyou County’. This place is completely bare bones and while it isn’t modern […]

Fishermen’s Grotto

Fishermen’s Grotto opened in 1935 as the first sit down restaurant on San Francisco’s world-famous Fisherman’s Wharf. Founded by Mike Geraldi, an immigrant fisherman from Sicily, as an avenue to deliver his fresh catch to the local population. The restaurant features Inside and Outside Dining. While indulging on your favorite seafood dish, enjoy the breathtaking […]