12 local food businesses on Instagram that we’re drooling over

From baked goods and lemon peel gummies to ready-to-heat meals, there's an Insta-business for every local craving

September 18, 2020

Frolic Hawai‘i,

If there’s a silver lining to the pandemic’s effects on our restaurant industry, it’s that furloughed chefs and hospitality workers are popping up on Instagram with their own creative ventures. Open up the app and you’ll discover people going bonkers for items like beef birria tacos, stuffed mochi, yuzu lemon peel gushers and more. Bottom line: There’s a local Insta-biz to satisfy just about any craving.

Scroll down to see how you can support these budding businesses that are certified by the Hawaii State Department of Health or owned by certified food handlers.

1. @bakingforfunsies

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A post shared by Baking For Funsies (@bakingforfunsies) on Aug 13, 2020 at 3:57pm PDT

What they make: Apple cinnamon walnut crumb cake, mango bread, Brown Butter Bourbon Snickerdoodz, Valrhona Fudgey Chocolate Crinkles
How to order: DM on Instagram

2. @bitesize808

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A post shared by BiteSize808 | Perfect Portions (@bitesize808) on Sep 13, 2020 at 12:13pm PDT

What they make: Truffles, brownies, tarts, lemon peel gummies, butter mochi and more
How to order: DM on Instagram or order thru their website

3. @chef_bkaji

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A post shared by @chef_bkaji on Jun 29, 2020 at 3:17pm PDT

What they make: Signature smoked marlin dip, luau plates, pickled onions, boiled peanuts and more
How to order: Text 754-0404

4. @hbbaking75

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A post shared by Heather Lukela (@hbbaking75) on Sep 12, 2020 at 1:36pm PDT

What they make: Bibingka brownies, fresh fruit and ice cream pies, custom desserts
How to order: DM on Instagram

5. @islandcravesllc

What they make: Birria tacos, poi cheesecake crunch, stuffed mochi, banana bread, pumpkin crunch mochi and more
How to order: DM on Instagram (private account)

6. @madebyaliyoko

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A post shared by Ali Yoko (@madebyaliyoko) on Sep 12, 2020 at 9:39am PDT

What they make: Banana pudding, cookies, scones, bars and more
How to order: DM on Instagram. Treats also available for purchase throughout the week at Ethel’s Grill and scheduled pop-up events.

7. @mangan_tayon_808

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A post shared by Lets Eat (@mangan_tayon_808) on Sep 6, 2020 at 11:04pm PDT

What they make: A rotating weekly menu
How to order: DM on Instagram

8. @satocooks (Maui)

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A post shared by zach sato (@satocooks) on Sep 11, 2020 at 11:49am PDT

What they make: Ramen bowls and family meals

How to order: DM on Instagram

9. @sticky_fingers_gummies

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A post shared by Sticky Fingers Snacks (@sticky_fingers_gummies) on Aug 26, 2020 at 11:36am PDT

What they make: Yuzu lemon peel gummies, astronaut ice cream and freeze-dried snacks
How to order: DM on Instagram

10. @tambryandmochi

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A post shared by T D (@tambryandmochi) on Aug 29, 2020 at 1:20pm PDT

What they make: Butter mochi, stuffed mochi
How to order: DM for custom orders. The mochi menu (flavors and fillings) and availability are posted on Monday evenings. Check Instagram for updates.