Tasting for upcomng FilCom Fundraiser

Celebrity chefs concoct Filipino-fusion flavors to honor veteran Hawaii journalist Emme Tomimbang

  

WHO       Five of Hawaii’s celebrity chefs will create a gala dinner menu.  The chefs will serve Filipino-inspired creations made especially for Emme and friends.

WHAT      “Sharing Memorable Moments with Emme & Friends,” a fundraiser event for the Filipino Community Center (FilCom) in Waipahu.

WHEN     Saturday, November 9th at 5:30 p.m.

WHERE   Filipino Community Center (FilCom) in Waipahu

Table sponsorship begins at $15,000, $10,000 and $5,000. Individual tickets are $250 each..

Visit filcom.org or contact event coordinator Joanne Corpuz at (808) 680-0451.

Below - chefs preparing dishes for the tasting and several of their creations...

 

The fundraiser honors veteran Hawaii journalist Emme Tomimbang and benefits the Filipino Community Center in Waipahu.

 

Volcano House welcomes 'first guests' to the newly renovated and restored historic hotel

Historic Volcano House, on Hawai‘i Island, officially reopened on June 1, 2013 and welcomed first guests Anette & Joseph Hillring from Tampa, FL.

General Manager Rudy Fao, Anette and Joseph Hillring with Halema‘uma‘u Crater steaming 

in the background

According to General Manager Fao, “The Hillring’s celebrated their 30th anniversary with us on June 1. They booked two nights and were also looking forward to hiking in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park.

Volcano House enjoys a unique location on the edge of Halema‘uma‘u Crater within Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park – designated an International Biosphere Reserve (1980) and UNESCO World Heritage Site (1987).  The restored Volcano House offers 33 historic guest rooms, The Rim restaurant, Uncle George’s Lounge and two gift shops. Ten newly refurbished camper cabins in the nearby Nāmakanipaio Campground are also part of the property.

About Volcano House

Historic Volcano House is Hawai‘i’s oldest hotel, welcoming visitors since 1877. The hotel in use today was built in 1941 and expanded in 1961. It enjoys a unique location on the edge of Halema‘uma‘u Crater within Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park – designated an International Biosphere Reserve (1980) and UNESCO World Heritage Site (1987).  

Volcano House is managed by Hawaii Volcanoes Lodge Company, LLC and operates under contract with the National Park Service.  Hawaii Volcanoes Lodge Company, LLC is an affiliate of Aqua Hospitality®, a Hawai‘i-based management company founded in 2001 with contemporary properties on O‘ahu, Maui, Kaua‘i, Moloka‘i, Lāna‘i and Hawai‘i Island. Volcano House is part of Aqua’s MONOGRAM HOTEL COLLECTION℠ – an elite group of stand-alone and independent hotels and resorts providing highly personalized experience.

For more information about Volcano House visit www.hawaiivolcanohouse.com or call

1-866-536-7972.

Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor added to unique event location options for Creations in Catering

Creations in Catering (www.hawaiicaterers.com), is pleased to announce their selection as a preferred caterer by Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor, for special events and catering functions.

“We are so excited to the have the opportunity to work with the team at Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor to cater events,” said Mike Rabe, President of Creations in Catering.  “With over 100,000 sq. ft. available, both indoor and outdoor, Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor offers a wide range of options for us to create fabulous dining experiences for guests.”

Still somewhat of a secret to many kamaaina, Pacific Aviation Museum is centrally-located and provides residents a unique chance to be immersed in aviation history while celebrating a special occasion. 

 

 

 

“For exceptional ambiance options, coupled with top quality custom menus, spectacular food presentations and service, we always deliver,” added Rabe.

 

For more information visit, www.hawaiicaterers.com.

 

WAILEA BEACH VILLAS NAMED ONE OF HAWAII’S TOP FIVE RESORTS

 IN CONDE NAST TRAVELER’S “BEST IN THE WORLD” AWARDS

Conde Nast Traveler’s prestigious annual Reader’s Choice Awards has ranked Wailea Beach Villas as #5 in the “Top 25 Resorts in Hawaii” for 2012. Wailea Beach Villas is a beachfront residential villa resort on Maui’s south shore, comprised of 98 private residences set on 11 acres on Wailea Beach. The gated resort community features manicured gardens, two heated swimming pools, two outdoor whirlpool spas, an elaborate fitness center, activity room, business center, beach services, pool attendants, and 24-hour security.

An exclusive collection of 22 residences at Wailea Beach Villas are privately managed by Tropical Villa Vacations, a Maui-based company that specializes in luxury home and villa rentals of the highest caliber. Owner Irene Aroner has been recognized by Conde Nast Traveler as one of the “Top Villa Rental Specialists” in the world for the past six consecutive years. Founded in 1995, Tropical Villa Vacations represents dozens of ultra-luxury properties in Hawaii. All properties are hand picked based on the agency’s stringent criteria, then thoroughly reviewed on a regular basis to ensure they continue to meet the high expectations of Tropical Villa Vacations’ clientele. Offerings include private beachfront homes and exquisite oceanfront and oceanview resort villas, including the distinctive collection of privately owned residences at Wailea Beach Villas available exclusively through Tropical Villa Vacations.

For more details and photos of Tropical Villa Vacations’ luxury homes and villas, including its collection at Wailea Beach Villas, visit www.TropicalVillaVacations.com.

For more information, call (808) 875-2818 or toll free 888-875-2818 ext 6.

Kauai after the rain

Anyone worried about upcoming hotel reservations at the Kauai Beach Resort shouldn't ... all is well ... the hotel is fully operational.  Here's a photo that was taken yesterday morning ... clear with blue skies.

For reservations, call 808-246-5517 or toll free 1-888-805-3843.