The 3 Best Places To Eat Outside in Kaimukī Right Now
When one door shuts, the outdoors open. Here are some of our favorite restaurants in Honolulu for dining alfresco.
Author: Lorin Eleni Gill
Keepers of the Kaona: How These 6 Kumu Preserve Hawai‘i’s Hula Traditions
These kumu hula have worked tirelessly for decades to ensure that the kaona, knowledge and traditional practices shared by their mentors are passed on to the next generation.
O‘ahu Hike of the Month: Judd Trail
This short Nu‘uanu jaunt will take you to an enchanting 10-foot waterfall and swimming hole.
O‘ahu Hike of the Month: Olomana Trail
A challenging hike near Kailua with incomparable views of the windward side.
The Power of ‘Ohana: Meet 11 Local Families That Make Hawai‘i Great
Our Island families.
New Food Truck Brings a Taste of Venezuela to Honolulu
El Chamo owners turned their cravings for a taste of home into a business.
7 Ways For Bacon Lovers To Pig Out on National Bacon Lovers’ Day
As if we needed a national holiday on Aug. 20 to eat bacon.
O‘ahu Hike of the Month: Hawai‘i Loa Ridge Trail
This challenging trail includes varied terrain and ends with a steep climb to a rewarding view.
Can There Be Too Many Rolled Ice Cream Shops in Honolulu? No Way!
Cream N’ Roll and Da Boba Place offer two new ways to try this Thai specialty, just in time for National Ice Cream Day on Sunday.
First Look: Barrio Café
This new Mexican spot in Wahiawā, with local takes on authentic dishes, isn’t a secret anymore.
After 57 Years, ‘Ono Hawaiian Foods is Closing for Good
One last lau lau.
This is What It’s Really Like to Sail on the Hōkūleʻa Voyaging Canoe
Even the bathroom break can be an adventure.
Hōkūleʻa is Finally Home After Three Years of Voyaging Around the World
The celebration on Saturday, June 17, marked a journey of three years, 150 international ports, 250 crew members and 40,300 nautical miles.
After 3 Years of Sailing Across the Globe, the Hōkūleʻa is Finally Coming Home to Hawaiʻi
Everything you need to know about the iconic voyaging canoe’s historic homecoming on June 17.
9 Fun Dates That Won’t Break the Bank
Spend creativity rather than moola on your Valentine's Day date.
What Honolulu Looked Like Between 1924 and 1999
A look back at Honolulu from 1924 to 1999. Stories taken from the archives of Paradise of the Pacific and HONOLULU Magazine.
What Honolulu Looked Like Between September 1934 and 1994
In 1888, King Kalākaua issued a royal charter, commissioning a magazine. Then titled Paradise of the Pacific, this publication became HONOLULU Magazine, making it the oldest magazine west of the Mississippi.
11 Ways to Fight Frizz in Hawaiian Humidity
Try these tips from hair stylist Bevin Malina for a tame mane.
Female Junior and Senior Paddlers Will Race in Nā Wāhine O Ke Kai for the First Time
The Hawaiian Airlines Nā Wāhine O Ke Kai race will have two new divisions this year.
The Best Wine For Any Restaurant: A Complete Guide to BYOB Wine Pairing in Hawai‘i
Master sommeliers share the best wines for every cuisine. Plus, our favorite BYOB restaurants in Hawai‘i and the unwritten rules of BYOB dining.
3 Essential Ways to Survive in the Wild, Hawaiian Style
Brother Noland teaches us how to use a rabbit stick, start a fire and throw a net.
Hawaii’s Best Chefs Recommend 109 Drinks and Dishes You Must Try Now
Forty-seven chefs recommend their favorite dishes—at their restaurants and around town.
Hawaii Wine Picks
Ahh, BYOB dining, where the food is taken care of and enjoying a drink with dinner doesn’t make your wallet cry. The only disadvantage? There’s no wine list or advice from a sommelier to make pairings easier. You’re on your…
What Honolulu Looked Like Between August 1949 and 1979
In 1888, King Kalakaua issued a royal charter, commissioning a magazine. Then titled Paradise of the Pacific, this publication became HONOLULU Magazine, making it the oldest magazine west of the Mississippi.
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Need something to read—or hand to someone who does? Here’s HONOLULU’s first-ever list of the most iconic, trenchant and irresistible Island books, as voted by a panel of literary community luminaries.
Fruits are part of our history and culture, a way for us to feel connected to our community. And, if you’ve ever had a ripe mango or sweet tangerine, you know there’s nothing else like it.
After Jayson Harper graduated from Kaiser High School, he was eager to make his mark in New York. But soon, an encounter with police taught him instead to be invisible.
The number of coronavirus cases in Hawai‘i just surpassed 4,000, with more than 2,000 of those cases recorded in the past two weeks.
Hawai‘i is full of amazing places. Most of them you’re free to visit, but there are a few where you’re just not allowed. Here’s a peek into Hawai‘i’s coolest off-limits corners.