A brief item in this morning’s Star-Bulletin from John Heckathorn:
Restaurateur DK Kodama and “Lost” actor Daniel Dae Kim are opening a restaurant together, a casual, build-your-own-burger franchise called The Counter. Next to Whole Foods at Kahala Mall, next month. How’d they get together? DK’s daughter and DDK’s son are in the same class at Hanahauoli.
While some of his “LOST” costars have had less than stellar relationships with Hawaii, Kim has long professed his love for the islands, and has immersed himself in the community. He’s even said he’s considering staying in Hawaii after “LOST” ends its television run in 2010. He told People Magazine:
“When we first got here it was like paradise camp. More than any of the other cast we’re giving serious consideration to staying here, at least through high school. It’s really great for family.”
Having met him personally and benefited greatly from his innate aloha spirit, I can attest that this would also be a fantastic thing for Hawaii.
5 responses so far ↓
1 Maleko // Feb 8, 2009 at 8:27 am
I’m excited for him. Daniel is honestly a good man, with a kind heart. I wish him and his family well. Can’t wait to try the restaurant!
2 CharlieBoy808.com // Feb 8, 2009 at 8:34 am
WOW! That’s so cool! and yeah i’ve noticed that he loves the islands lol. he’s all over sometimes LOL
3 kanahina // Feb 8, 2009 at 10:05 am
ooh, I love Burger joints and DDK so I’ll definitely make the drive all the way over there from Ewa Beach! Did you know he also filmed a promo for Kamehameha Schools? I saw it on YouTube.
lol – DDK and DKK! : )
4 ScoobySnacks // Feb 8, 2009 at 11:59 am
sweet! i’m due for a visit back home (honolulu) in less than two weeks. maybe i go check it out :D
wait… whens the grand opening?
5 MamaKahana // Feb 9, 2009 at 10:40 am
Great! Another burger joint. AND I have to make it myself.
-MaKa
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