What We've Been Eating

I'm just going to post the pictures, because with everything else going on lately, I just won't probably have time to ever get the actual recipes and restaurant reviews posted :)

But here are some of the delicious things we've been eating lately between our house (both recipe staples and Pinterest favorites) and our recent trip to Hawaii!

Breakfast last Saturday, courtesy of the back of the package of Rhodes frozen bread.

Chicken Teriyaki Sandwich (one of our favorites!), courtesy of Pinterest.

Nephew Caleb's birthday cupcakes, courtesy of my sister.

Homemade banana pudding, courtesy of Pinterest.

Homemade cupcakes I made for a friend's baby shower, recipe courtesy of my sister.

HuHot Mongolian Grill - YUM!

Tex Drive In Malasada's - Hawaii

Bamboo Restaurant in Hawi, Hawaii


Farmer's Market Scores: Taro Chips, Fried Plaintain, Rombutan and Apple Bananas




Lunch at Hilo Bay Cafe in Hilo, Hawaii - YUM!


Hilo Farmer's Market Thai lunch from Thai Smile

The most delicious meal I may have ever eaten, at Kaleo's Bar & Grill in Pahoa, Hawaii


THE most bland, yet most expensive spaghetti I've ever eaten, made at our condo in Punalu'u, Hawaii, where a simple green pepper was $8!

Lunch at Hana Hou in Naalehu, Hawaii



Best BBQ I may have ever eaten at Big Jake's Island BBQ in Captain Cook, Hawaii (just outside of Kona)


Shrimp Scampi from Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. in Kona

Now that I've successfully made my mouth water, it's time for bed!

Kaleo's Bar & Grill (Pahoa, Hawaii)

We decided to eat at Kaleo's at the recommendation of the owner of the vacation home we were renting, and boy were we ever glad that we did! The atmosphere was laid back, considering how fancy the menu was. The chefs here know what the heck they're doing - THAT'S for sure!

But beyond that, we were incredibly impressed with the service. I have never been to a place where they come out to escort you in the building with an umbrella when it's raining, but at Kaleo's, they do. With a SMILE, even! The staff there actually seem to really enjoy what they're doing, and it shows.

They also had live music the night we were there, and the girl playing guitar and singing has got some talent!

We were there with our 15 month old son, and they pulled out all the stops to make us feel right at home with him. That is a rare occurrence these days, and it did not go unnoticed.

So about the food. Oh man. The food!! It was DELICIOUS, and my husband's prime rib was THE best I've ever had. (Based on the one bite I was able to sneak away). I went with the coconut shrimp, and it was delicious as well! The sauce that came with it was so sweet and tangy with just a little bite to it to remind you not to drink it.

We would highly, highly, HIGHLY recommend this place! If we are ever back in the area, we will be returning!

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