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Dog Days of Summer

Sep 5, 2008

It's that time of month!

Time to unveil our latest East Oahu Sun exclusive! :D

I don't know about you, but this summer has just been killer hot for us in Hawaii. Just walking around a few blocks induces a noteworthy sweat and light burn. In fact, shade isn't much of a relief, considering the heat and humidity radiates through the walls. X_X;;

But, luckily for some of us - schools are a nice break from the heat. XD

Or at least, the pups would like to think so. ^_^

Is it Friday already? Have a great weekend!

Posted by Kyubikitsy

Da Pups meet da Mochi Lady!

Sep 4, 2008

Today, the pups had the pleasure to meet "da Mochi Lady" of Happy Hearts Mochi in person!

For those who aren't familiar with "mochi", it's basically pounded rice that turns into a sticky paste. Of course, there are much easier ways to make mochi nowadays with the advent of rice flours, mixes, and microwaves. For some types, you can even buy them pre-made in hard blocks and just heat them up on your stove or in your oven.

This particular type of mochi is more of a local invention - sweetened mochi encasing a hidden morsel of something yummy - be it a sweetened bean paste or even ice cream - or mixed with something interesting, like butter, instant coffee, or taro - to name a few.

Anpan and Nemu's bento box comes with all the Happy Hearts Mochi specialties - especially the Peanut Butter Mochi! (As you can see, Nemu went straight for the one with peanuts on top!) Inside is a mix of anko, a sweet red bean paste (Traditionally found inside -- anpan) and peanut butter!

The coconut-dusted ones have a block of haupia, or stiff coconut "pudding", inside! Yum!

It's not pictured, but one of da Mochi Lady's seasonal specialties is a super awesome "Strawberry Mochi", often called "ichigo daifuku" that contains a whole strawberry, wrapped in anko paste and encased in mochi. For those put off by the bean-paste filling, it's actually very delicious. When mixed together, it has an almost chocolaty taste and texture.

Check out the recent updates to our flickr gallery for more photos of the pups n' mochi!

And thanks again Mochi Lady! :D

Posted by Kyubikitsy

Wednesday Sketch & Sale Update!

Sep 3, 2008

Sketchbook Doodles Time - focusing back on the pups~

Col-erase blue pencil and mechanical pencils.

Also, a quick sale update: the Peanut Butter Pirates Men's Large and the last Henshin Flyer Unisex shirt has SOLD OUT!

Thank you everyone for your orders! We still have a good number of shirts in stock, but a few are dangerously low! For any inquiries, feel free to contact us!

Posted by Kyubikitsy

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