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Mother's Day on Kauai 2016

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Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there! We know the big day isn’t until Sunday, May 8, but we wanted to give you a head start. My mother lives in Colorado, and I miss her lovin’ tremendously. I know that she’s surrounded with love and I hope you feel the love in your life. If you’re fortunate enough to have mom nearby, we’ve got a lot of options to indulge her appetite. Read on to learn about fun events, ideas and tasty places to celebrate mom on Kauai in 2016.

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Valentine's Day on Kauai 2016

Papalani Gelato will have their special spicy chocolate gelato and a collection of special Valentine’s Chocolates. Photo contributed by Papalani Gelato.

Papalani Gelato will have their special spicy chocolate gelato and a collection of special Valentine’s Chocolates. Photo contributed by Papalani Gelato.

Papalani Gelato will have their special spicy chocolate gelato and a collection of special Valentine’s Chocolates. Photo contributed by Papalani Gelato.


Tasting Kauai wishes your food lovin’ heart a happy Valentine’s Day! Dan and I have been happily married for 16 years and this year, Michelle and Ron celebrated 2 years of wedded bliss. We hope love fills your hearts as much as it does ours. I’ve compiled a list of lovely treats to help celebrate and elevate your love! Look for

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Get Into the Holiday Spirit with Winter Elixirs from Tommy Bahama

Worker Bee by Tommy Bahama. Contributed photo.

Worker Bee by Tommy Bahama. Contributed photo.


Tis the season at Tommy Bahama! The iconic island lifestyle brand has crafted three new cocktails to help you celebrate the holiday season.  The Worker Bee is truly unique using the warmth of bourbon as its base mixed with St. Germa Elderflower and Aperol which gives it the red holiday hue.  Tommy Bahama puts a twist on the much-loved eggnog with its Coconut Eggnog Martini that has nice kick with the addition of coconut rum and bourbon.  The Pomegranate Mimosa is a cheerful Champagne cocktail that uses Pomegranate syrup, fresh orange juice and Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur which brings new flavor and meaning to ‘mimosa.’

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Thanksgiving in Kauai 2013

Tasting Kauai wishes you a happy Thanksgiving! Enjoy these holiday menus and be sure to make reservations!
South Side

Roy’s Poipu

Three course prix fixe, $44

  • Roasted Hamakua Alii Mushroom Bisque and Lemon Goat Cheese Mousse
  • Poipu Roast Turkey, Turkey Demi-Glace, Mashed Potatoes, Kulana Wild Boar and Cornbread Stuffing, Haricot Verts Almondine, Cranberry Poha Relish
  • Pumpkin Bread Pudding, Tropical Fruit Crunch, Lappert’s Dulce De Leche Ice Cream

Takeout orders available with a 24-hour notice and need to be picked up at the restaurant between 4 and 5 p.m.

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