Much delayed. Too many projects. Here's some of the latest. Alan, the bloggermind behind M'aona reviewed Chibo Okonomiyaki, an Osaka-style pancake house -- with his auntie from Osaka! Smart read. Tasty Island visits Meg's Drive-In in blue-collar Kalihi on Oahu. Honolulu Weekly does katsu (that's Japanese style battered fried things but not tempura -- ya get it?) in Waikiki Maui Time Weekly tells you the Five Best Places for Take-Out grinds on Maui. An interesting piece on Hana Hou! Magazine about Kona Blue, the fish farm off the Big Island of Hawaii that is gaining acclaim for its deep-water raised kampachi (sashimi grade -- have tried). Hawaii Diner post's Chef Mavro's winter menu, a serious yum. Mixed Plate Special reviews a much needed burger and smoothie joint out Waianae way. Pau.

—Alex, 01/11/08