What was the best thing you ate this year? Collectively, the Frolic team ate literally thousands of dishes. These are our most memorable local finds. Tonkatsu Tamafuji's shrimp katsu and pork tenderloin combo ($20.50)Tonkatsu Tamafuji: Shrimp katsu and pork tenderloin…
Sponsored Whether you need a quick haircut in between appointments or want to get a touch-up before that holiday party, Clips HI is here for you. And, at this salon, you won't have to break the bank for a great…
Sponsored Whether you enjoy contemporary Hawaiian music or standard guitar, you’re in for a treat this Christmas weekend. Brother Noland, considered the father of Jawaiian music, will perform at an intimate night of dinner and music at Turtle Bay Resort’s Pa’akai…
Sponsored 10 restaurants. 10 days. A smorgasbord of dining options. Whether it's a three-course meal, specialty dishes or seasonal desserts, the restaurants at the International Market Place are pulling out all the stops during Restaurant Week Hawaii 2017, taking place…
By Will McGough Special to Frolic Hawaii The end of October is pleasantly busy with a calendar full of craft-beer events that include pumpkin parties, new beer releases and what we can only assume is Oahu’s first-ever craft beer-themed goat…
Sponsored Ready, set, eat! The Hawai‘i Food & Wine Festival lands on Oahu Nov. 1 to 5 with its biggest, brightest talent lineup and event schedule yet. Decisions, decisions. With the seventh annual celebration’s dozen events spread out over two…
By Shari Tamashiro Special to Frolic Hawaii Shari Y. Tamashiro is a Cybrarian who loves all things Okinawan, especially the food (Uchinan-chew!). She’s passionate about history, telling stories and bacon. Follow Shari on instagram (@pigsfromthesea) or on Facebook (okinawanfestival) There’s…
By Desiree Sumaoang Born and raised outside Hilo town, Desiree Sumaoang currently lives in Honolulu. She loves burgers and fries, being outdoors and just about anything that makes her feel good. She interns at Frolic and works as a baker…
By Marvin Nitta Special to Frolic Hawaii What? Whenever I’ve ordered kalua pig and cabbage, the ratio of the two ingredients is usually uneven, leaning more towards the cabbage. Every single thing you need to know But that’s not…
By Grace Ryu Special to Frolic Hawaii Grace Ryu is that embarrassing friend with her camera and phone that asks you to “give her light” while she takes a pic of everything that passes her lips. While passionate about food,…
By Will McGough Special to Frolic Hawaii Legally speaking, you can’t drink at the beach in Hawaii. That doesn’t mean there aren’t beers with beachy personalities – brews you can drink on a rainy day when you’re dreaming of the…
By Desiree Sumaoang Pizza, risotto, arancini and more: Hawaii's first-ever Italian festival hits the streets of Kakaako this Saturday, and for one night at least, Festa Italiana is bringing a slice of Italy to the middle of the Pacific. Think…
By Will McGough Special to Frolic Hawaii When it comes to making beer, people often think of the three ingredients: barley, hops and yeast. But Aloha Beer Co. brewmaster Dave Campbell thinks we should not to overlook what is perhaps…
By Corinna WongSpecial to Frolic Hawaii A recent graduate of Marist College with a degree in journalism and fashion merchandising, Corinna is back on the rock trying (and Instagramming) the coolest new places. She lives for miniature food (cupcakes, dim…
By Liana Fang Special to Frolic Hawaii Liana Fang is 22 years old and helps her parents run their business, Sing Cheong Yuan Bakery on Maunakea St. She loves to eat and cook. I live and work…
By Liana Fang Special to Frolic Hawaii Liana Fang is 22 years old and helps her parents run their business, Sing Cheong Yuan Bakery on Maunakea St. She loves to eat and cook. I live and work in…
By Marvin Nitta Special to Frolic Hawaii Marvin Nitta is the editor of the semi-popular junk food blog The Impulsive Buy (www.theimpulsivebuy.com) and co-host of the semi-popular junk food podcast The Nosh Show (www.thenoshshow.com). His favorite cereal is Lucky Charms,…
Sponsored A new live broadcast is coming to KHON's morning lineup next Monday with a different approach to news. Take2, a one-hour show airing at 8 a.m., will replace Living 808, which moves to a new 4 p.m. timeslot starting…
By Will McGough Special to Frolic Hawaii Here’s the latest in the land of Hawaii craft beer: Lanikai Brewing Co.’s brewpub is now open Well, that was fast. Lanikai opened the doors on its new tasting room last weekend. They…
By Will McGough Special to Frolic Hawaii After dinner, I usually reach for a nice whiskey or cognac. Physically, it helps with digestion. Mentally, it helps me forget that I just ate four pieces of pizza. But tonight I’m feeling…
Sponsored Re-use Hawaii, a non-profit organization that reduces waste through reuse, has teamed up with Street Grindz to provide covered seating for the weekly Eat the Street events in Kakaako. Look for six new benches and four large tables, made…
By Ken Reyes Special to Frolic Hawaii As a third-culture kid, Ken Reyes grew up craving adventure. While studying journalism at UH Mānoa, she found her passion for writing, film photography and coffee. Today she works as a barista at…
Sponsored The International Market Place will celebrate its first anniversary on August 25, 2017, marking the reopening of the shopping and dining destination. Recent additions to the lineup of dining venues include Mitsuwa Marketplace, THE STREET, a new food hall concept…
By Will McGough Special to Frolic Hawaii Two years after Waikiki Brewing Company opened at the edge of Waikiki, it has expanded with a second brewpub in Kakaako. The new space opened in early August in Honolulu’s historic brewing district…
By Will McGough Special to Frolic Hawaii Windward beer fans, a new tasting room has opened in Kailua. Three Peaks Island Craft Beer & Gifts is on Kuulei Road, just across the street from the library. Run by a husband-wife…
By Will McGough Special to Frolic Hawaii The Oahu craft beer scene continues to pulse, with three breweries celebrating new locations and a variety of sudsy events. Here’s what’s happening: Lanikai Brewing is opening a brewpub The biggest beer…
By Will McGough Special to Frolic Hawaii Craft beer might be tasty but it rarely comes cheap. With prices regularly between $6 and $9 a pint, we poked around to find the deals around town that’ll help you get your…
Sponsored Local music, ono food and great shopping come together every weekend at International Market Place’s Island Vibes free summer concert series. Don’t miss Juke Joint this Saturday, July 22 on the Queen’s Court stage. On Aug. 26 ukulele wonder…
Just before the crack of dawn, dozens of Hawai‘i’s most discerning buyers begin to trickle in at Honolulu’s Pier 38.
By Will McGough Special to Frolic Hawaii Sit inside on a summer day? You must be crazy! I’m pretty sure beer was made to be enjoyed outside, so here are seven spots on Oahu with shady lanais to grab a…
By Aya Leslie Special to Frolic Hawaii Aya Leslie is a Los Angeles native who enjoys great food and Crossfit workouts. Working in restaurants for many years exposed her to different ingredients and preparations, deepening her interest in trying new…
By Aya Nishihara Special to Frolic Hawaii Aya Leslie is a Los Angeles native who enjoys great food and Crossfit workouts. Working in restaurants for many years exposed her to different ingredients and preparations, deepening her interest in trying new…
By Karen Iwamoto Special to Frolic Hawaii I’m usually not a lau lau fan. I’ve always found the pork too bland or salty and I just don’t enjoy the texture of the pork fat. And that’s the only kind of…
By Will McGough Special to Frolic Hawaii Since opening last fall, Kakaako’s Village Bottle Shop & Tasting Room has been a blessing for craft beer lovers. Co-owner Tim Golden might be the savviest beer slinger on the island, and between…
By Will McGough Special to Frolic Hawaii This weekend presents us with another great lineup of craft beer-centered events, including a huge anniversary party for one of Oahu’s long-running beer pubs, a pub crawl around Kakaako and a sunset dinner…
Sponsored Kristi Yamaguchi’s Golden Moment Hawaii is returning with world-renowned actress and singer Lea Salonga. Salonga will join Yamaguchi and an all-star team of figure skating champions in an all-new production of Golden Moment. This two-day “concert on ice” raises awareness and…
By Will McGough Special to Frolic Hawaii With a Chinatown block party, two breweries serving newly released beers, and a load of traditional tequila-fueled celebrations around town, Friday will be a Cinco de Mayo to remember. Here are five of…
By Will McGough Special to Frolic Hawaii I don’t need a calendar to tell me that hotter days are on the way – all I have to do is listen to what my body is telling me. And right now,…
Sponsored Grammy-award winning musicians, environmental speakers from around the country and popular local food trucks come together this Sunday, April 30 at Ocean Aid Hawaii, a daylong outdoor music and arts festival making its first appearance in the islands. Thanks…
By Will McGough Special to Frolic Hawaii Doughnut & Beer Pairing with Golden Road Brewing When: Thursday, April 20, 5 – 11 p.m.Where: Village Bottle Shop and Tasting Room, 675 Auahi St.Cost: FreeParking: Validated parking in SALT lotMore info: facebook.com/events/1693302380685948/…
Sponsored HOT presents Jacques Offenbach’s ‘The Tales of Hoffmann,’ opening on April 21. The final HOT show of the 2016-2017 season will also be a celebration of the distinguished career of HOT Artistic Director Henry Akina, who retires at the…
By Will McGough Special to Frolic Hawaii Might Oahu be on the verge of getting another brewery? Beer drinkers know Square Barrels as one of downtown’s go-to spots with about two dozen craft beers on tap. Tonight, you can taste…
We’ve been praying for this day to come for a long time and the Gravy Gods have answered. The iconic Kapahulu restaurant Rainbow Drive-In is the next Awesome eats, our pop-up that brings hard-to-access restaurants and shops to downtown for…
By Will McGough Special to Frolic Hawaii We’ve all felt the excitement over the past few months as Oahu’s craft beer scene has welcomed new pubs and launched new beers. I suppose it’s fitting, then, that we kick off the…
By Dale Yasunaga Special to Frolic Hawaii Dining at the new Vintage Cave Cafe is a unique experience. You’ll find imported brick, custom murals, Swarovski crystal chandeliers, Norman Rockwell paintings and … slippahs. Yes, despite costing a reported $20 million…
By Karen Iwamoto Special to Frolic Hawaii A few years ago I worked at an office downtown. I’d get there early just so I could grab a Wiki Wiki Breakfast Sandwich from The Carrot Patch in the Topa Financial Towers.…
They’re back! The Hawaiian Pie Company, home of buttery, juicy, flavor-packed pies in Kalihi, last popped up at Awesome eats at Thanksgiving. Since it’s been a while and Awesome eats regulars have been asking for their pastries, we’re bringing them…
Sponsored Hawaii Opera Theatre is bringing one of opera’s greatest stars, Frederica von Stade in HOT’s production of Jake Heggie’s “Three Decembers” starting Friday, March 24 at 8 p.m. at Hawaii Theatre. Ms. von Stade makes her HOT debut in…
By Will McGough Special to Frolic Hawaii Five years ago, Whole Foods might have been your best bet for craft beer in Honolulu. Then came REAL a Gastropub and Pint + Jigger, and craft beer rolled in like a foamy…
By Dale Yasunaga Special to Frolic Hawaii If you’re among the 6,700-plus people who have liked Gen Korean BBQ Ala Moana’s Facebook page, you probably know that they soft opened this past Friday. You may have even braved the crowds…
