Chef Ronnie offered up some great grilling tips for those Labor Day Weekend BBQs and demonstrate three of his favorite recipes on the grill:

Get married on a beach and have Tiki's host the reception in the Coconut Club.
Check out the bobbleheads wedding toppers at 2:08 Video by L'Amour Photography.

June 22, 2014 - Kay from Isle Media Shared a few photos from the Their wedding day.

Chef Ronnie - KITV - On Super Bowl Yelp Sunday

On Super Bowl Yelp Sunday, we take a look at some of the ono grindz you can get at restaurant Tiki's Grill and Bar in Waikiki at game time and during happy hour.

Three magazines of Pacific Journey editions in different languages Chinese, Korean and Japanese. Featuring Tiki's Keiki Menu.

Please check out the orignal post.

 June 18, 2013 | Posted by claudia hafner

Chef Ronnie Nasuti

A favorite chef at this year’s Hawaii Chocolate Festivalon O’ahu, Chef Ronnie Nasuti of Tiki’s Grill & Barwowed attendees with his chocolate pasta dessert, which was showcased on Honolulu morning news shows. Chef makes his culinary event debut on the Big Island at this year’s Taste of the Hawaiian Range andshares a recipe for Pulehu Grass-Fed Filet Mignon.

Working in Kitchens Since 14

Chef Nasuti grew up in Massachusetts. His first restaurant gig was as a dishwasher. At 17, he became a kitchen manager at a classical Northern Italian restaurant where he assisted the chef/owner on a daily basis while honing his culinary chops. Nasuti finished four years of culinary arts in high school and further developed his trade through an apprenticeship at Boston’s Copley Plaza Hotel; the apprenticeship was sponsored by Les Dames d’Escoffier. Nasuti says Julia Child was a member of the Les Dames chapter there and he got to meet her.

In Hawai‘i he worked at Horatio’s (now Kincaid’s Restaurant) and then joined Chef Roy Yamaguchi and crew working at various Roy’s Restaurants in Hawai‘i Kai, Waikiki and Poipu, Kaua’i. Nasuti also served as executive chef at the award-winning Chez Michel, the location formerly at Eaton Square in Honolulu.

After a proven record of successful culinary stints, Chef chose to “hang his hat” at Tiki’s and has been steering the Waikiki establishment to a higher level of dining and elegance. He believes in being an effective and motivational trainer, from both the front and back of the house.

Q: How would you describe your cooking style and please give some examples.

A: A fusion of Hawaiian/Pacific Island Cuisine with American Cuisine. I believe in the locally grown food movement and have visited farms and built strong bonds with our food producers. I rely on island-fresh produce, proteins and breads to create signature items and dinner specials like Nalo Shiso-Seared Tofu Salad using Mrs. Cheng’s island-made tofu, Waimanalo greens, local tomatoes, Kula onion and a soy vinaigrette. Another is Bacon and Lemongrass-Crusted Ono served with Molokai potatoes and lilikoi chili butter sauce.

Q: Why do you use grass-fed beef (GFB)?

A: To support local farmers and to provide our clientele with something that’s healthier and tastes better.

Q: What are your favorite GFB cuts and why?

A: I like the primal cuts like filet mignon, ribeye, striploin, etc., as grass-fed beef has more “bite” than the grain-finished stuff. (Primals are the sections of the carcass—like rib, loin and round—used to create specific beef cuts.) To keep it in our price point at Tiki’s, I use primarily ground beef. We sell lots of great burgers as we are a “Grill & Bar.” I use about 210 pounds a week.

Q: Do you let patrons know on your menu they are eating GFB?

A: Our guests definitely know they are ordering Big Island ground beef in their hamburgers! It states it on our menu

Q: What other local food products are your favorite and why?

A: I love all local products. The idea of getting product that wasn’t shipped thousands of miles—in an economy we’re the bulk of—is key to our success and collective effort towards sustainability. Anything that we can get locally and is within our price point is on our menu! In addition to grass-fed beef, baby greens, herbs, lettuce, local tofu, tomatoes, potatoes, various vegetables, melons, fish and abalone are some of the local products we use. To call one a favorite, I’d say maybe opihi; though it’s not too easy to get, but defiantly a delicacy, I love octopus also.

Q: What are your favorite “fun” things to do here in Hawai‘i? 

A: I love to get in the water. I try to find more ways to do it. I got a jet ski and some paddle boards recently to give me more excuses to get in the ocean. I love to motorcycle ride also. Anything that gets me outside! I love to cook, but most of that happens indoors.

Tiki’s Grill and Bar is located at 2570 Kalakaua Ave in the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel, 808-923-TIKI (8454). www.tikisgrill.com

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It is always a great feeling to get a thank you card from guests that appreciate what we do.  Kirstina started to coordinate her details with us 10 months out from her wedding. She wanted to have a beach wedding followed by a wedding reception with a place that had a view.

They started there party a little before sunset and as each guest arrived she greeted them a purple orchid lei. As Kristina & Ignacio had an intimate size to their party, she chose to have 4 round tables with 8 guests on each table.  Kristina had many different touches to make her special day a little more special including white chair covers with lavender and tangerine sashes to accent her color theme. 

The bride and groom hosted a open bar along with pupus:

• Caprese Crostinis
• Hawaiian Style Crispy Garlic Chicken
• Coconut Shrimp 
• Kaula Pig Quesadillas 

Then for dinner they offered the O'ahu Buffet:

• Fresh Fruit Platter Island Tropical & Other Fruit
• Island Taro Rolls Banana Vanilla Butter
• Oriental Chicken Chop Salad Chicken Breast, Crispy Won Tons, Sesame Dressing
• Pineapple Fried Rice
• Garlic Basil Mashed Potatoes
• Asian Stir-Fry Vegetables
• Orange Togarashi Glazed Salmon Balsamic Glaze
• Nalo Farms Basil & Mac Nut Shrimp Pasta Orecchiette Pasta, 
• Parmesan Chicken Rosemary Sundried Tomato Chardonnay Sauce
• Hoisin Grilled Boneless Short Ribs Fork Tender Beef, Demi Glaze
• Dessert: Lilikoi Cheesecake Graham Cracker Crust, Tropical Fruit

They also brought in a beautiful custom wedding cake. 

Recorded Live at Tiki's Grill & Bar - CANOES4RENT

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Join Barefoot Wines and the Surfrider Foundation for some community good before relaxing at Tiki’s! Don’t miss the upcoming International Surfing Day cleanup and party on Sunday, June 17, at Diamond Head from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Check in will be a 9:45am at Pu’u Leahi, Diamond Head. Cleanup will start at 10:00am until 11:45am, when we will return to the staging area. The cleanup will be followed by an after-party for the volunteers at Tiki’s sponsored by Barefoot Wines. Stay or return later for Chef Ronnie’s Father's Day Special Mixed Grill - 8oz. Spice Rubbed Bone in N.Y Steak, Half Rack of Tikis Guava BBQ Ribs, a Half pound of Snow Crab Legs, Soy Glazed Kahuku Corn and Truffled Mashed Potatoes. Make your reservations today by calling the restaurant at 808-923-8454 or online at tikisgrill.com.

Crunchy wok fired Shrimp served in a Szechuan three peppercorn mix with Cilantro over fried brown rice.  This is the traditional style preparation with the HEAD & SHELLS ON. The entire shrimp is edible, not for the faint of heart, but you can peel & eat them if you have to! www.tikisgrill.com

The American National Rugby League has named a 19-man USA Tomahawks
squad for the Ohana Cup Test match against Tonga.

Mahalo to the KITV morning show for supporting “Plate Up Niu Valley” a major fundraising event for Niu the Valley Middle School, organized by parents

Where Hawaii’s top chefs donate their time and expertise to mentor 48 interested students, and bring awareness and knowledge in the food industry. Hosted at the Hyatt, FRIDAY, APRIL 27, 2012 6:00pm

More info at http://www.friendsofniuvalley.com/

Congratulation to Edna & Barend! They flew in from China and got married today. As special surprise Barend hired "Vaihi" the band to play for his party of 20 in the lava tube.

Tiki’s Grill & Bar in Waikiki joined wide receiver Davone Bess of the Miami Dolphins  in hosting a Pro-Bowl Kick off party. Live music by "Canoes for Rent", a heavy pupu buffet, silent and live auction items, all to benefit The Bess Route Foundation. Past University of Hawaii Warrior Football teammates Ryan Grice-Mullen, Chad Owens, Colt Brennan and other NFL players were on hand to help host the party and sign autographs.

Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheBessRoute

Twitter: @davonebess

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Small list of items for the silent and live auction:
1) Shane Victorino Auto Authentic Phillies Home Jersey Size 48 Donated by Shane Victorino Foundation*
2) Kealoha Pilares Auto 16x20 UH Photograph Framed
3) Kealoha Pilares Auto 16x20 Carolina Panthers Rookie Year Photograph Framed
4) Framed Manny Pacquiao 20x30 Unsigned Official MP Boxing Photograph
5) 2009 Dolphins vs Carolina Panthers Game Used Ball Presented To Davone Bess for his outstanding play; Signed and inscribed by Davone Bess*
6) Game Used Davone Bess Cleats from 2009 Season*
7) Signed 20x30 Davone Bess UH Photograph Framed
8) Signed 20x30 Davone Bess UH Field View Photograph Framed
9) Framed Manti Te'o 16x20 Photograph Unsigned
10) Signed 16x20 Davone Bess Dolphins Photograph Framed
11) Signed Colt Brennan Sugar Bowl 20x30 Photograph Framed
12) Legendary Surfer Laird Hamilton Signed Historic Teahupoo 8x10 Framed Photo
13) Rare Game Used University of Hawaii Game Used 2004 Alternate Green Jersey
14) Playboy Golf Accessory Package
15) Vintage 1980's University of Hawaii Road Game Used Jersey
16) 2005 Infamous Silver Numbered University of Hawaii Game Used Lafaele Jersey
17) 2004 Game Used Home Black University of Hawaii Brad Kalilimoku Freshman Jersey
18) Vince Carter Signed North Carolina Tar Heels Authentic Jersey
19) Michael Jordan 20x30 LeRoy Neiman Framed Image
Jason Rivers Game Used 2006 Hawaii Bowl Jersey
Jason Rivers Game Used Silver Sugar Bowl Helmet
Jason Rivers Game Alternate Game Issued Green Nike Jersey
Greg Salas White Signed Rams Jersey
3 pairs Davone Signed game used Gloves from Rookie year (will be separate auctions)
1 pair Davone Signed game used UH gloves 2007 season
All signed helmets:
Jim Brown
Gayle Sayers
Larry Czonka
Emmitt Smith
Steve Young
49er Multi Signed 4 Players

The members of the Waikīkī Improvement Association once again will sponsor the aerial extravaganza at Waikīkī Beach, welcoming the start of 2012! From a barge just off Waikīkī Beach, one announcement salute will be fired one minute before midnight. This is the signal for everyone to tune their radios to KCCN, FM100 and direct their attention toward the ocean. A ten second

countdown will end with a rousing rapid-fire New Year’s fireworks crescendo at the stroke of midnight to a jazzy version of Auld Lang Syne. This will segue into “Spread a little Aloha”, from Mana‘o Company followed by Party Rock Anthem and Edge of Glory. The show will continue for another ten minutes, highlighting artists Cecilio and Kapono, Pitbull Ft, Ne-Yo, Afrojack and Nayer, JLo, and Adele.

The display will include the finest and most unique fireworks ever seen in Hawai‘i with palm trees, rings, strobes, sparkling fans, colorful falling leaves, a brocade willow scene, and brilliant flash salutes among the special effects. And of course, it will end with the famous Grucci Grand Finale. In all, an excess of 1,800 shells will be fired during the show.

"Over one hundred thousand kama‘āina and visitors will view this extravaganza, which will be visible all along Waikīkī Beach," said Rick Egged, Waikīkī Improvement Association president. "It will be a show worthy of our world class destination, and also symbolizes WIA members practicing the spirit of lōkahi as they have all come together to make this event possible.”

Grucci’s of New York will for the 7th consecutive year produce their state-of-the-art style fireworks for the Waikīkī Beach celebration. They are based in Brookhaven, NY and Waianae, Hawai‘i, will be conducting New Year’s Eve shows this year in Las Vegas, Dubai, the Maldives as well as this spectacular show in Waikīkī.

A number of leading Waikīkī businesses have recognized the guest and destination value of sponsoring this annual event including:

Halekulani Hotel Sheraton Hotels, Waikiki

ABC Stores Aqua Hotels & Resorts Aston Hotels and Resorts Bank of Hawaii First Hawaiian Bank Hale Koa Hotel Hawaii Prince Hotel Hilton Waikiki Beach Hotel Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach International Market Place Luxury Row Pacific Beach Hotel Outrigger Enterprises Royal Hawaiian Center / Festivals Cos Securitas Security Services, USA Star Protection Agency Tiki’s Grill & Bar Trump International Hotel Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort Waikiki Shopping Plaza