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Dinner and show at Chai's Island Bistro

Chai's Island Bistro is located at Aloha Tower and it is one of the only venues in Hawaii where people can see local musical artists perform. The last time I visited, Hapa was playing and the food was so-so. This visit both the dinner and the entertainment (ukulele master Jake Shimabukuro) were fantastic. (Oh, and the company was fantastic, too...Hi Auntie Karen!)

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Our starter, baked oyster creme brulee with puff pastry and caviar. One of the best things I have ever eaten in my life.

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My entree, wok-fried black tiger prawns with a Thai sweet-sour sauce. Yummy!

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A lei-adorned Jake Shimabukuro

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My mom's risotto made with local mushrooms was perfectly al dente. It tasted better than it looks.

December 20, 2006 in Appetizers/Antipasti/Nosh/Snacks, Hawaii, Main Dish-Fish/Seafood, Restaurant Reviews, Thai, Travel |

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