February 2012 - Huggo's

Family Fun at Huggo’s on the Rocks!

February 23, 2012 / Comments Off

These Huggo’s on the Rocks regulars (forefront above) were much happier munching Kalbi Ribs and sipping tropical cocktails — while watching Spinner Dolphins just off-shore — than ducking rain drops and the winter cold back at their Pacific Northwest homes! Steve, far right, spreads social media buzz throughout the region. We’re counting on him to share some of his magic about the fun and good eats/drinks to […]

Thirty Years of Innovation and PreservingTradition

February 21, 2012 / Comments Off

Eric von Platen Luder This year marks Eric’s 30th anniversary as leader and visionary of the business founded by his parents Shirley and Hugo in 1969. As president of Olu Kai, Ltd., he oversees operations at Huggo’s Restaurant, Huggo’s on the Rocks and Paradise Gourmet Catering all in Kailua-Kona. Look for even more to come from […]

Love is in the Air Tonight at Huggo’s!

February 15, 2012 / Comments Off

Your table is waiting and what better place to celebrate with your sweetheart? Chef Ken has a number of special delicious dishes and decadent chocolate desserts planned for this special evening dedicated to love. Forgot the flowers? Not to worry, our chic lei wahine will be making the rounds throughout the evening to make you a hero/heroine […]

Expanded Lounge Menu, Another Sweet Addition and all that Jazz!

February 10, 2012 / 3 Comments

Chef Ken’s been busy testing new dishes, playing with new products and introducing new items to Huggo’s menus and, of course, he is always dreaming up fabulous nightly specials. The expansive lounge menu has been expanded even futher to include a Kona Kai shrimp sizzling platter in shrimp stock, garlic and herbs — bet you […]

Team Huggo’s Snags Two Division Wins in the 2012 Try-Go-Athon!

February 5, 2012 / Comments Off

Football may be dominating sports news this weekend, but here on Hawaii Island we’re also celebrating our beloved ocean sports/triathlon heritage! The 2012 Try-Go-Athon was hosted Saturday in Hilo, an event benefiting the Kamehameha Canoe Club. A competitive field of paddlers (OC1, stand up, surf ski) swimmers and runners participated in solo and relay divisions. Members of our […]

Super Bowl Weekend at Huggo’s & More!

February 4, 2012 / Comments Off

Grilled Monchong Topped with Sauteed Ferns. So you missed Chef Ken’s over-the-top special last night (Herb Marinated Grilled Mongchong in a Miso Buerre Blanc with Warabi Fern Salad, Breadfruit Mash and sauteed Fern Garnish) no worries, Chef is dishing up another super special tonight! Kona Kai Fresh Shrimp sauteed in butter, garlic and herbs served over […]