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Sheraton offers 'lo-carb' food and drinks
The Sheraton resorts are introducing an extensive line of low-carbohydrate food and beverage, "Lo-Carb Lifestyle by Sheraton," at its six hotels on Oahu, Maui and Kauai.The program features 16 new dishes and six drinks. The first phase includes breakfast and all-day dining menus in many bars and lounges. The low-carb program will be extended this month to catering, banquets, room service and carryout snack.
Most of the items, developed by Sheraton executive chef Richard Faeh, contain less than 5 net grams of carbohydrates.
In Waikiki, find the new items at Ocean Terrace, Kau Kau Express and Esprit Bar (Sheraton Waikiki); Beachside Cafe and Beach Bar (Moana Surfrider); Pikake Terrace and Pikake Lounge (Princess Kaiulani); and the Mai Tai Bar (Royal Hawaiian).
The new items are also available at the Sheraton Kauai and Sheraton Maui.
Examples: portobello chicken burger, Mediterranean garlic chicken, salmon lettuce wraps, New York sirloin, buffalo chicken wings.
More than 200 Sheraton hotels across nationwide launched low-carb menus in April.
The Timely New York Style Cheesecake is among low-carb options now on the menu at Sheraton hotels.
Low-carb stir-fry
Gourmet Express at Kahala Mall has added a Low Carb Stir-Fry Bar. The format is similar to Mongolian barbecue, allowing diners to pick ingredients for a cook to prepare. Choices include lean meats and tofu, vegetables and seasonings for $6.95 a plate.Call 738-0600.
Cinco celebrations
Compadres: Mayfest celebration includes $10 Margarita Madness pitchers tomorrow and a pre-Cinco Taco Tuesday, culminating in Wednesday's party. Celebration includes Tequila Samplers, children's activities (4 to 6 p.m.) and a mariachi band (after 10 p.m.). A Compadres Party Zone is open in the old Pacific Cafe space next to the restaurant (8 p.m. to 2 a.m.; 21 and older). Call 591-8307.Manana Garage: The Maui restaurant is turning its courtyard into "Cinco Central" for a 5 to 8 p.m. party benefiting Maui's Mana'o Radio, a noncommercial station. Entertainment is by the Mana'o Radio Orchestra and a five-piece Latin band. Cover charge of $7 includes a margarita. The regular dinner menu will be served. Call 808-873-0220.
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