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You Voted: Here’s Your Top 5 Ramen Shops on O‘ahu
A longtime Kapahulu staple takes the top spot by a landslide. Did your favorite shop make the cut?
Your Weekend: The Best Family Fun in Hawai‘i for October 21–27, 2021
Volunteer in a garden and swim near a waterfall, watch Cinderella build a rocket in a live-streaming musical, putt around a haunted trail and order some spooky sweet treats.
Upstairs Waikīkī Pairs Two of Japan’s Best Under One Roof
It’s the only spot to get Sushi Sho’s glistening bara chirashi bowl and back it up with Hachibei’s jidori chicken and a hefty sake list.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: Halawa Valley Before the H-3
Here’s a look back at October 1981.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: October 20–26, 2021
It’s a full moon tonight. Whether that makes you scream, laugh or howl, we know just where to do it.
This Instagram Doughnut Sensation Sells Out Every Week in Honolulu
Because the fluffiest doughnuts in town are Little Vessel Donut Co.’s vegan squares.
Best Bites: Side Street Inn is a Pau Hana Institution
Thick pan-fried pork chops, sizzling boneless kalbi and meaty fried rice are only half of Chef Colin’s Classics, a family-style pau hana feast for four (or more).
Worth the Splurge: Royal Lobster Rolls in Waikīkī
This classic version with fresh Maine lobster lives up to the hype.
What to Read in October 2021: 5 Hawai‘i Book Picks Recommended by Local Experts
Check out these stories that frighten, thrill and entertain (in a spooky way) just in time for Halloween.
There’s a Hidden Healthy Oasis in the Kahuku Sugar Mill
The Country Eatery offers coffee, fresh juices and healthy plates. But meat eaters are welcome, too.
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The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: Halawa Valley Before the H-3
Here’s a look back at October 1981.
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Your Weekend: The Best Family Fun in Hawai‘i for October 21–27, 2021
Volunteer in a garden and swim near a waterfall, watch Cinderella build a rocket in a live-streaming musical, putt around a haunted trail and order some spooky sweet treats.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: October 20–26, 2021
It’s a full moon tonight. Whether that makes you scream, laugh or howl, we know just where to do it.
What to Read in October 2021: 5 Hawai‘i Book Picks Recommended by Local Experts
Check out these stories that frighten, thrill and entertain (in a spooky way) just in time for Halloween.
Long Reads
The Freshest Noodles Made in Honolulu
Meet the noodle makers rolling out the Island’s nicest noodles by hand ... and foot!
4 Entrepreneurs Keeping it Local on O‘ahu’s North Shore
Modern mom & pop businesses work to keep the country country.
Why I Ran in the 49th Cherry Blossom Festival
Catherine E. Toth is far from a conventional beauty-queen contestant. So how’d she find herself on stage with a tiara on her head?
How Local Are You? Your Potluck Dish Says A Lot About You
Or why a Jewish guy is eating Chinese food at his son’s bar mitzvah in Kāhala.
Locally-Owned Businesses
Virtual Wellness Series “Life Interrupted”
Get More Sleep, Connect with People Close to You, Take Breaks to Ease Stress and Stay Active
Life Interrupted experts offer tips on self-care, focusing on what matters rather than allowing schedules to overtake us.
Life Interrupted: Now What? Seeking Less Stress, More Silver Linings and Some Solutions
HONOLULU Magazine asks mental health experts what we can do to navigate change, challenges and more choices ahead in a free webinar June 17, 2021.
Listen, Ask for Help, Reach Out to Others, Say Kūpuna Caregivers
Life Interrupted panelists say even family-centric Hawai‘i folks need help. They offer personal stories and practical advice for navigating multi-generational Island life.
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2021 Private School Guide
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Congratulations to this year’s Hale ‘Aina Award winners announced on Sept. 14, 2020.
Tales of weird, wacky and wild news you may have missed. The best of the worst of 2020.
We delve deep into underground passages, secret societies and mysteries to bring you the best secrets the city has to offer.
For all those thrifty rich locals living their best lives in Hawai‘i.
We came up with a handy list of 16 facts you may not know about sharks in Hawai‘i.
Waikīkī is much more than a tourist destination and faces the same challenges of other urban neighborhoods on O‘ahu. It has public schools, family-run restaurants, places people call home. Here are their stories.
Expect more spicy Chinese, local beer and yes, more birria tacos.