by Dennis Augustine
Umalu means shade or shelter in Hawaiian—perfectly fitting for the evening Cecile and I were seeking. After contending with 24-mph oceanfront winds at the Marriott, we welcomed the calm of ʻUmalu’s glowing, softly lit poolside setting at the Hyatt Regency.
Cecile enjoyed fresh mahi-mahi fish tacos with tortilla chips, while I had a tofu and vegetable stir-fry with chicken over fragrant jasmine rice. A peaceful escape, delicious island flavors, and a sense of shelter just when we needed it.
