6 Places to Get Chicken on the South Side of Kaua‘i
Chickens are everywhere on the Garden Isle: smoked, in adobo, karaage-style or as puffy chicken skin crisps.
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Hawai‘i’s Oldest Restaurants Are Still ‘Ono After All These Years
They serve the ultimate old-school comfort foods that are woven into our childhoods. Here are some of those places that have been feeding us for more than 60 years.
Going Vegan Is Hard: Conclusions from 42 Meatless Days in Honolulu
At the end of his doctor-ordered vegan experiment, our carnivore concludes he’s a failure. But is he?
Free Adult Coloring Pages From Hawai‘i Artists (and Our Magazine!) That You Can Print and Enjoy at Home
Our designers gathered pages from previous issues, created a handful of new psychedelic prints and reached out to local artists: Happy National Coloring Day (Sept. 14)!
Going Vegan Is Hard. Here’s What It Took to Survive Week 3 in Honolulu
Halfway through his doctor-ordered 42-day vegan diet, James is getting desperate.
My Honolulu: The Magic of Magic Island During the Pandemic
When the crowds disappeared, we discovered a new community of regulars and anything-but-regular encounters at Ala Moana Beach Park.
Going Vegan Is Hard. These Two Cafés Helped a Meat Addict Transition
Sometimes, you just have to go cold tofurkey.
We Tried It: 9 Recipes from Sheldon Simeon’s New Cookbook
Pork belly adobo, nori chicken, chocolate birthday cake butter mochi: Sheldon Simeon is proudest of the people, places and poke of his home—and we found all of these in Cook Real Hawai‘i.
My Midnight Lū‘au from 7-Eleven
You haven’t been dreaming. There is Hawaiian food at local 7-Eleven stores, sometimes even at midnight.
At Mō‘ili‘ili’s Tane Vegan Izakaya, a Fiery Tale of Suspense
The surprise of the evening is hidden deep inside a deceptively beautiful sushi roll.
This Food Truck Slings Up Vegan Cheeseburgers, Tacos and Breakfast Plates in Iwilei
Not only is Blondie’s Plant-Based Food Truck in Iwilei, it’s in the Lowe’s Home Improvement parking lot.
Find Rich, Savory Mole Sauce at these O‘ahu Mexican Restaurants
The chocolate sauce is as rare and mysterious as the family recipes that inspire them.
How Well Are We Isolating in Hawai‘i?
A new report from Google shows a decrease in visits to the outdoors and recreation activities, but with some surprises.
50 First Dates: The First 12 Hawai‘i Dating Stories That We Blogged About in 2019
We look back at the crazy, funny, awkward and weird submissions sent in by our readers last year. Stay tuned for the next 38!
Inside HONOLULU: The Struggles of Photographing Tiny Homes in Hawai‘i
The camera adds 10 pounds and hundreds of extra square feet. So how do you shoot small?
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Barbecue seasoning? Snacks for the beach or car? You might not need to wait for the next relative who comes home with a suitcase full of Trader Joe’s.
Celebrate Natto Day with 18 New Natto Takeout Dishes Around Honolulu
From Kalihi to Kāhala to Kāne‘ohe, a record 11 eateries will prepare one-day-only natto creations featuring Japan’s famously slimy bean.
Is Hot Dog on a Stick’s New Spam Corn Dog Da Gateway Spam?
Mainland people no like Spam as much as Hawai‘i people. Could dis be da game-changer?
Bar Leather Apron Named One of 50 Best Bars
Justin Park’s first bar concept is named No. 42 in the North American ranking, while Chinatown’s EP Bar earns an Esquire mention as one of the Best Bars in America.
Last Chance for Dean’s Drive Inn’s ‘Ahi Cakes, Teri Beef and Fish Specials
After nearly 16 years, the Kāne‘ohe icon will serve its last high-quality local comfort food on July 10.
We Tried Mana Sandwiches, a New Japanese Sando Shop
The Ala Moana eatery has up to 30 sweet and savory choices tucked in creamy Japanese bread.
Filipino Food Week Brings Calamansi-Themed Dishes to 4 Islands
18 restaurants from Pai, Stage and Tiki’s Grill to Elena’s, Tiano’s and Macadangdang are featuring Filipino specials June 20 to 26.
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Picnic in the park with the symphony, pick sweet summer corn, attend a concert in the company of wild animals and more!
Catch AJR and John Cruz in concert, and Honolulu Night Market returns.
18 restaurants from Pai, Stage and Tiki’s Grill to Elena’s, Tiano’s and Macadangdang are featuring Filipino specials June 20 to 26.
Justin Park’s first bar concept is named No. 42 in the North American ranking, while Chinatown’s EP Bar earns an Esquire mention as one of the Best Bars in America.
Congratulations to this year’s Hale ‘Aina Award winners announced on June 7, 2022.