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Ono Dining at Huggo’s Tonight!

March 23, 2012 / Comments Off on Ono Dining at Huggo’s Tonight!

While every night is ono (delicious) at Huggo’s, tonight’s special features the yummy white fish of the same name — Ono! This highly prized, delicately- flavored fish is found in tropical and sub-tropical waters worldwide and is commonly known as Wahoo in many locations outside of Hawaii.  Chef Ken is preparing it pan seared to perfection […]

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The Buzz has Begun: Lava Lava Beach Club

March 23, 2012 / 14 Comments

The digital edition of Hawaii Modern Luxury magazine’s spring “Best of” issue is now on line and features the latest endeavor coming soon from Huggo’s proprietor Eric von Platen Luder. Check it out on pages 10 and 89 at Modern Luxury Media. Editor Margie Jacinto says, “For those of you who prefer to party on the Big Island, […]

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The Fish are Biting Again in Kona!

March 8, 2012 / Comments Off on The Fish are Biting Again in Kona!

  Chef Ken is smiling again after a brief dry spell, meaning fewer fresh selections from our fisherman friends. It doesn’t happen often, but once in a while the fish evade even the most seasoned in the bunch!  Tonight he’s delighted to serve up this mouth-watering special as well as fresh Kampachi and Mahi Mahi: […]

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Talking Story with Shirley!

March 1, 2012 / 2 Comments

It’s no surprise that Shirley von Platen Luder, Hawaii Island kama’aina (long-time resident), is a regular at Huggo’s and Huggo’s on the Rocks just next door. Shirley founded Huggo’s with husband Hugo in 1969 with the motto “good food and good fun”.  Shirley says, “It’s always been a great gathering spot and back in the day […]

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Family Fun at Huggo’s on the Rocks!

February 23, 2012 / Comments Off on Family Fun at Huggo’s on the Rocks!

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 […]

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Thirty Years of Innovation and PreservingTradition

February 21, 2012 / Comments Off on Thirty Years of Innovation and PreservingTradition

  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 […]

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Love is in the Air Tonight at Huggo’s!

February 15, 2012 / Comments Off on Love is in the Air Tonight at Huggo’s!

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 […]

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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 […]

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

February 5, 2012 / Comments Off on Team Huggo’s Snags Two Division Wins in the 2012 Try-Go-Athon!

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 […]

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We’re Celebrating National Chocolate Day at Huggo’s

January 28, 2012 / Comments Off on We’re Celebrating National Chocolate Day at Huggo’s

As the only state in the nation cultivating cacao, we’d be remiss if we didn’t give a big shout out and mahalo (thank you) to our Hawaii Island growers and chocolate makers for the delicious products they supply all year round. Chef Ken and his culinary team serve up a bevvy of chocolate desserts and the entertaining […]

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