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Huggo’s on the Rocks is our “toes-in-the-sand” casual eatery, bar and entertainment central located adjacent to Huggo’s in the heart of Kailua-Kona Village. Recently we completed the installation of three jumbo umbrellas covered with sensational, tiki-inspired Alfred Shaheen fabrics. Shaheen was the most creative Hawaiian designer in the 1950s and today vintage Shaheen Hawaiian shirts, sarongs and sundresses […]
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Huggo’s updated employee apparel features fabrics that evoke Hawaii’s relaxing beach lifestyle. The new uniform line was designed by Kahala, known throughout Hawaii for excellent textile artwork and signature Aloha shirts. Eric von Platen Luder, Huggo’s owner and bon vivant, says the Kahala brand is well suited to represent Kona’s integral connection to the sea. “Our employees […]
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Chef Ken Schloss greets special guests Marie Luisa and Cynthia last night at Huggo’s. These first time visitors to Hawaii — all the way from Brazil — made their first stop the Big island and have loved every minute of it, according to Cynthia. While tempted to remain here, they’re off to Maui and then Oahu! […]
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Today the US Marine Corps celebrates its 236th birthday and we are giving the corps a big shout out for centuries of dedicated service. Huggo von Platen Luder, Huggos founder, is a Marine and we send special wishes to him today! Tonight Chef Ken has created this special dish to commemorate the day and present […]
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Part-time Holualoa, Hawaii resident, socialite and bon vivant Linda Bodholdt was sighted dining at Huggo’s Sunday night with yet another group of guests from California. She’s hosted several here over the past few months. Chef Ken was on hand to greet Linda and friends Jim and Bette Shuler of Palm Desert. “No question about it my […]
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A luxury charter yacht, part of the American Safari Cruises fleet, made its debut appearance in Kailua-Kona Bay today and Huggo’s dining guests had a front row view! The arrival marked the first in a series of week-long cruises to Hawaii Island, Maui, Lanai and Molokai. Accomodating just 38 lucky guests in spacious, gracious suites, book your […]
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Island Fresh Aquaponics specializes in Artisan Baby Lettuce…the best tasting lettuce on the Big Island and is located within 5 miles of your Huggo’s dining experience! Picked fresh in the early morning hours and delivered to your dinner table that very day, assuring you of the highest quality and best tasting produce possible. Aquaponics is […]
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Casual, toes-in-the-sand dining lies just steps away from Huggo’s — at our sister restaurant and bar, Huggo’s on The Rocks. Serving lunch daily and with Happy Hour and entertainment nightly, this Huggo’s truly rocks the fun vibe! Always great to either start or end your evening here — or both — when dining at Huggo’s. Literally on the rocks […]
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It’s not all about the over-the top entrees by Chef Ken at Huggo’s! Last week he wowed diners with his appetizer starter (Starter? We could eat this to to begin, continue and end the meal!) Flatbread with Big Island Arugula, Goat Cheese and Sauteed Onions and Ali’i Mushrooms, and an assortment of dessert specials including Lilikoi […]
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Kona Kai’s uber fresh Pacific white shrimp are frequent stars in Huggo’s Chef Ken’s nightly specials. A favorite preparation: Flash Grilled on a bed of paella rice with traditional bouillabaisse sauce. Kona Kai proprietors personally deliver their product and often can’t resist staying for dinner to enjoy Chef Ken’s magic touch with their sweet and flavorful product. Be […]
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