Food Adventures!

Patricio's Taqueria Patricio's Mexican Taqueria is located in Kukio at Hulikoa Dr, next to Kona Hawaiian Coffee and Pine Tree Cafe. (Pc- someone) It all started with California natives Rena Grimaldo and Patrick Mitchell, moved to Kailua-Kona in 2004. They had a dream and wanted to open a restaurant that serves authentic Mexican cuisine. In addition, the idea to make their food affordable where locals and visitors would enjoy. With this as their mission, I can honestly say that they're doing a great job maintaining the authenticity. The interior of the restaurant has a Baja vibe and feels like I am at an authentic mom & pop Mexican restaurant. Check out their website, I added the link below http://www.patriciostaqueria.com Their menu was located and easily seen once you walk in the restaurant. Each dish was explained in details. I ordered a fish taco ( Tacos De Pescado Fish Tacos Baja Style ) The fish was fried in their house made Modelo b...

Poi Balls On Saturday, I went to the other side of Kona, which is Hilo. Stopped by at the Tokunaga Store to purchase fishing supplies when I saw the Food truck that sells poi balls was parked at the parking lot. I knew that I wanted so I went and bought some. Fun fact for me is that I don't usually eat poi, I never do. Even if it's offered, I don't really choose to eat it. And I know a lot of people will curse why I don't eat poi and blah blah. Dude! Girl! Person! I have a choice on what I eat. I am getting sidetracked.. Let’s continue with the poi balls. They offered Poi  Balls and Haupia Balls. The price for the balls are good, not overpriced. Poi Balls Haupia Balls I got a fresh batch so it was warm and crunchy. I like it. It would have been great with a sweet dip.. Now based in taste, the poi balls didn’t have much, it was breaded too much. On the other hand, the Haupia Balls were flavorful and good. I really liked it, I wish I bought more of ...