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Sunday, July 13, 2025

MARGOTTO HAWAII

MARGOTTO HAWAII
514 PIIKOI STREET
HONOLULU, HI
808-592-8500

Back to my favorite restaurant on Oahu.  Really could eat here once a week and love it every single time.  Food and service are exceptional and the wine selection is fantastic.  My go to dishes are the Caviar with Egg, Cheesy Mashed Potatoes with Foie Gras and Truffles.  
This has to be one of my favorite dishes of all time and something I would consider for my last meal.  The Potatoes alone are amazing but when you add the Foie Gras and top with Truffles....damn one of the best tastes ever!  All of the Pastas shine here.  The Bolognese is the best in Hawaii as is the Uni Pasta and the Lemon Tomato Pasta.  All three will make you happy and the Cacio Pepe with Truffles will take you to Italy.  We always eat family style here so everyone can enjoy all of the Pastas and other dishes.  Everything on the menu is good so be adventurous and try a variety of dishes.  
Click links below to view previous posts on Margotto Hawaii;

Saturday, July 12, 2025

PLUMERIA BEACH HOUSE - SEAFOOD BUFFET

THE KAHALA HOTEL AND RESORT
5000 KAHALA AVENUE
HONOLULU, HI 96816
808-739-8760

This is one of my all-time favorite places to enjoy a beautiful view and Prime Rib and Seafood Buffet in the world.  This is my happy place and I would dine here every week if I could.  I don't eat a lot at buffets, but I enjoy the things I like most.  Sashimi, Sushi, Salad, Prime Rib and Crab.  There are many more items but this is what I usually stick to.  Didn't touch the desserts on this visit but did enjoy a few glasses of vino with my meal.  

PLUMERIA BEACH HOUSE - PRIME RIB AND SEAFOOD BUFFET

ENJOYED THE BEST VIEW 

AND THE BEST FOOD

I ALWAYS START OFF WITH SASHIMI, SUSHI AND SALAD

BRING ON THE CRAB LEGS

PRIME RIB WITH HORSERADISH SAUCE AND AU JUS

DELICIOUS PRIME RIB

MY HAPPY PLACE AT THE KAHALA RESORT

Thursday, July 10, 2025

TUNA SALAD WRAP

LUNCH AT HOME

I love a good Tuna Sandwich provided it has more than just a bunch of mayonnaise in it. 
 My recipe has flavor, texture and is perfect on bread or in a tortilla.  I use low carb tortillas 
for these easy Wraps.  Also add Lettuce and American Cheese.  Delicious!
Click link below to get my Tuna Salad recipe;

TUNA SALAD WRAP


Wednesday, July 9, 2025

TACO SALAD


DINNER AT HOME

Followed up Taco Tuesday with Taco Salad Wednesday to use up leftovers.  Sautéed some Black Beans with Onions and Jalapeños plus added Roasted Corn, Cheese, Avocado, Cheddar Cheese and Pico de Gallo, Sour Cream, Lettuce to the Taco Meat.  Delicious and very filling.

TACO SALAD


 

CRUNCHY BEEF TACOS

DINNER AT HOME

Another delicious Taco Tuesday at home.  My Crunchy Beef Tacos are delicious.  I make fresh Pico de Gallo and Guacamole and use Ala Madre Low Carb Tortillas.

CRUNCHY BEEF TACOS

 

Monday, July 7, 2025

SPRING ROLLS

DINNER AT HOME

Light dinner with Spring Rolls wrapped in Lettuce with Pickled Vegetables and Sriracha Sauce to add some heat.

SPRING ROLLS


 

Sunday, July 6, 2025

REFLECTIONS RESTAURANT - HOAKALEI COUNTRY CLUB

HOAKALEI COUNTRY CLUB
91-1620 KEONEULA BLVD
EWA BEACH, HI 96706
808-853-4343

Love Hoakalei Country Club and the incredible staff that works there.  The food however on this day was way under par.  We ordered the Caesar Salad with Romaine in place of the local greens.  Wasn't much green going on with the Romaine.  Also, the Lihing Vinaigrette was too suite.  Definitely a double bogey.  The Wings were very meaty but my Wife was not a fan of the Korean Sauce as it did not have any heat.  She requested a side of Buffalo Sauce which I thought made them better.  The Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich did not hit the spot.  My first bite tasted like nothing but mayonnaise.  Something didn't taste right about this sandwich so I only finished half.  While the food did not shine the staff and pool did.  Love this place!

REFLECTIONS RESTAURANT - HOAKALEI COUNTRY CLUB

THE MOST BEAUTIFUL CLUBHOUSE ON OAHU

REFLECTIONS RESTAURANT MENU


BEET SALAD WITH ROMAINE LETTUCE

KOREAN FRIED CHICKEN WINGS

HOT HONEY CHICKEN SANDWHICH

ALOT OF MAYO MADE THIS A NO NO FOR ME

SPECTACULAR DAY AT HOAKALEI

Saturday, July 5, 2025

NATHAN'S HOT DOG ON LOW CARB BUN

LUNCH AT HOME

It wouldn't be Fourth of July weekend without a Nathan's Hot Dog in my world.
Enjoyed my Dog with a low carb bun that actually tasted ok.

LOW CARB NATHAN'S HOT DOG

NATHAN'S HOT DOG WITH LOW CARB BUN

OROWEAT LOW CARB KETO BUNS

ONLY 3 NET CARBS








 

CAULIFLOWER FRIED RICE AND AVOCADO

BREAKFAST AT HOME

This delicious breakfast hit the spot.  Love my Cauliflower Fried Rice!
Click link below to view my recipe for Cauliflower Fried Rice;
https://www.greateatshawaii.com/2021/01/cauliflower-fried-rice-step-by-step.html

CAULIFLOWER FRIED RICE WITH AVOCADO


 

4TH OF JULY STARS & SPARKLER'S SOIREE - OAHU COUNTRY CLUB

OAHU COUNTRY CLUB
150 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD
HONOLULU, HI 96817
808-595-6331

Oahu Country Club took it to another level with their 4th of July Stars & Sparkler's Soiree and fireworks show.  Yes, they had a private fireworks show on the golf course for Members and Guests.  The fireworks were indeed spectacular and far more than what was expected.  The dinner was fantastic with Tomahawk Ribeyes and Lobster Tails being the stars.  Sashimi was super fresh too.  What a great evening at the club.  Hats off to Chef and the entire OCC staff.

4TH OF JULY STARS & SPARKLER'S SOIREE

4TH OF JULY STARS & SPARKLER'S SOIREE MENU

A LITTLE BUBBLY TO START THE EVENING

CHEF PREPARED GREAT MENU

TOMAHAWK STEAKS

LOVED THE FOOD!

THE OCC BEAUTIES


Friday, July 4, 2025

CAULIFLOWER FRIED RICE

BREAKFAST AT HOME

Nice to have a day off so I can cook.  Made this delicious Cauliflower Fried Rice for breakfast.  Taste as good as regular Fried Rice with less carbs.
Click link below to get my recipe for Cauliflower Fried Rice.  You will love it!

CAULIFLOWER FRIED RICE


CAULIFLOWER FRIED RICE FOR A WEEK!

Thursday, July 3, 2025

TUNA AND AVOCADO BOWL

DINNER AT HOME

Finished a 3 day Water Fast and was thinking about going four days but I broke down and wanted to eat.  Grabbed a can of Tuna from the pantry and then looked in the fridge to see what else I could throw in.  Avocado, Tomato, Onion, Carrots, Cucumber on a base of Cabbage and Lettuce.  Added a bit of Balsamic Dressing and had an incredible meal.  I was hungry after three days but this was really good.  Definitely will enjoy this dish again.

TUNA AND AVOCADO BOWL