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December 2003
December 26: Padovani's sports a relaxed, minimalist approach
December 19: Holiday meals soothe spirits, please palates
December 12: '19th hole' menu goes the distance in variety
December 5: Follow your mood to Eastside or Chiyo's
November 2003
November 28: Korean eatery Sis Kitchen is a gem in Kaimuki
November 21: Romantic setting awaits Islanders
November 14: At the elegant Veranda, the curry is to dine for
November 7: A tasty Chinese take on the cuisine of Japan
October 2003
October 31: Happy's food tasty, but dim sum disappoints
October 24: Youme.n melds Japanese cuisine, splashy décor
October 17: Chief's Hut offers tranquility, tropical tastes
October 10: Elegance and martinis at 21 Degrees North
October 3: Coffee shop mixes Puerto Rican, local cuisine
September 2003
September 26: Japanese-style bar Nonbei serves a tasty menu
September 19: Mexican restaurant's fare rated lukewarm
September 5: With its variety, Grilla's will please any primate
August 2003
August 29: The Bistro's decadent dishes pamper diners
August 22: Revamped Canoes menu falls short of expectations
August 15: Mixed marks on White Elephant's offerings
August 1: Satisfy world of cravings at 99 Ranch food court
July 2003
July 25: Favored phô, other tastes delight at new eatery
July 18: Deli lovers delight in the classic flavors of CJ's
July 11: Mandarin takes fresh approach with bold flavor
July 4: Lunch wagon's menu offers pleasant surprises
June 2003
June 27: C & C Pasta's 'home-style' fare is sure to please
June 20: Hide-Chan entices with soups, fried meats
June 13: Local favorite goes beyond Italian standbys
June 6: Savor spices, prices at Bali, Zaffron buffets
May 2003
May 30: Harbour View's dim-sum service loads of fun
May 23: Pho Pacific aims to please with unusual menu
May 16: Let Sushi Masa take your taste buds on a journey
May 9: La Mariana experience rises above so-so menu
May 2: Two delicious local spots won't empty a wallet
April 2003
April 25: Indian food the way their mom always made it
April 18: Jaron's food doesn't live up to menu's billing
April 11: Buona Sera offers delicious Italian specialties
April 4: Volcano Joe's, Hukilau Cafe fill a tasty niche
March 2003
March 28: Ledo makes basic noodle soup taste extravagant
March 21: Say a mantra, enjoy Indian aromas at temple
March 14: Moutarde Cafe a worthy Kaimuki newcomer
March 7: 3 spots prove good food need not be expensive
February 2003
February 28: Waioli Tea Room dips into fondue variations
February 21: Hoku's new chef serves up culinary creativity
February 14: Favorite spots will satisfy that sweet tooth
February 7: Mouth-watering Asian flavors at three eateries
January 2003
January 31: Sample menu, grill it yourself at Gyu-Kaku
January 24: Healthy food meets casual style in Paradise
January 17: Come for beer, stay for food at Gordon Biersch
January 10: Tatsu succeeds with minimalist decor, menu
January 3: Where seafood stars and the view is to die for
