Manny.

I love baseball. Red Sox vs. Yankees. Manny at the plate, runners on base. I'm dreaming of sitting in the bleachers at Fenway, keeping score in my scorebook, and eating fried dough and clam chowder. Go Sox!

Can't Clutch This

I saw Lust, Caution back in October–an utterly gorgeous and mesmerizing film directed by Ang Lee. Sex, spies, love, secrets, betrayal, and seduction set in 1940's Shanghai. To this day, I'm moved by this film. And to this day, I also think of the gorgeous clutch bag that actress Tang Wei carried in the film. White perforated leather, large-sized. Ask Molly, I mention this bag every other week. It's become my lust. One day, I will find it.

Steaks Is High

Finally. It took us 5 months to eat at Beachhouse at the Moana Surfider. Described as a steakhouse/seafood grill, Beachhouse lived up to our expectations. Comfortable atmosphere (indoor and outdoor seating), simple-yet-sophisticated menu, local flavors and ingredients, and French Onion Soup (made with Maui onions). I love French Onion Soup. Look at that delicious layer of cheesy wonderfulness. Oh yeah, and then there was the 20 oz. Bone-In Ribeye with Creamed Spinach and Whipped Parmesan Potatoes. Whoa.

Pass The What? Pass The Popcorn

HIFF's Spring Showcase is announced and tickets are on sale now. Mark your calendars, April 18-24 at Regal Dole Cannery Stadium Theatres. What do I want to see? A Gentle Breeze In The Village (photo above), Mister Foe, The Tracey Fragments, Miss Gold Digger, Om Shanti Om and Funuke, Show Some Love You Losers. Full listings and schedules are online. Sign up for HIFF e-news to keep updated with everything HIFF. 

Ninjas On the Run Eating

I love on-the-go meals. PROBAR makes my new favorite bars–totally organic and 100% vegan. Oh, lunch? Oh yeah. Oh yummy! Get 'em at Umeke Market. P.S. I am not a vegan.

Let's Get Physical

Molly and I tried out a new workout today at Shobukan. MMA style. Thanks Bas Rutten for yelling at us (from the CD player)! Punching, squats, jumps, abs, push ups, and mountain climbers–over and over and over and over and over again. Who knew that having a Dutch guy constantly yelling at you would be such a good experience. Until the next time, El Guapo! And by the way, Shobukan is awesome. This year marks the 100th anniversary of Shobukan Judo Club. Recognize.

Hey....Ho....Lei....Low!

Leilow has moved out of the back of Kicks and now has its own front door...right next to Kicks on Makaloa. Leilow tees and hats, Rogue Status, Original Fake, Supreme, Haze, and Headporter, plus all the collaborations your little heart desires. Add to the mix vintage Gucci bags, vintage sunglasses, Jules' record collection and Isaac Hayes' Black Moses album unfolded and framed on the wall. Quite possibly the coolest store ever.