5 Places to Satisfy Your Malassada Craving on Fat Tuesday
Fat Tuesday is February 25 this year, which usually means malassadas! Here are hits and misses we found in our pursuit of this popular Portuguese pastry.
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5 Restaurants to Satisfy Your Craving for An Old-School Burger on O‘ahu
When all you want is beef, bun and a few simple toppings to take you back to your hanabata days.
First Look: Tanya’s Pies and Grill Opens on California Avenue
Pie lovers, rejoice! Former workers from Sunnyside Bakery have brought the signature pies back and butter than ever.
Go Green in Honolulu With These 6 Matcha-Flavored Treats
From layered desserts to a ’gram-worthy cone, we’re spilling the tea on these green tea bites.
Breaking the Ballet Mold: We Talk to L.A. Dance Project’s Daisy Jacobson Before Her Masterclass and Performance in Honolulu
Ahead of her one-night-only performance in Hawai‘i, the California native reflects on her dancing, childhood trips to the islands and what it’s like to work with Natalie Portman’s husband.
5 Local Food Vendors to Try at ‘Ohana Hale Marketplace in Kaka‘ako
From beef-tongue tacos and fermented rice crepes to a soul-soothing bowl of white pepper pork broth, one thing’s for sure: you won’t leave hungry.
Off the Hook Poke Market Brings Fresh Flavors to Mānoa
This tiny shop serves up generous chunks of fish, colorful toppings and its own (top secret) house-made shoyu.
First Look: Minori Craft Japanese Tavern Opens on Kalākaua Avenue
This recently rebranded izakaya scores with Instagram-worthy dishes and a grand-opening discount.
Tiny Pyramid has JJ Bistro and French Pastry Fans Cheering
Yes, the chocolate pyramid is still there. But there are a few changes in the move from Kaimukī to Iwilei.
ChiChop Brings Taiwanese Street Food to Ala Moana Center
The hits, misses and surprises we found at this new Taiwanese eatery in the food court.
First Look: Off the Wall Emerges as Ward Village’s Newest Happy Hour Hot Spot
If the chimichurri wings don’t get you, serve yourself 16 local brews, wine, hard cider and kombucha on tap.
First Look: 10 Things You (Probably) Didn’t Know About Raising Cane’s
Get the scoop on the secret menu, how to avoid the line and more about Honolulu’s newest fast-food joint.
What You’ll Find in the All-You-Can-Eat Buffet at Pier Nine by Sam Choy
Can a college cafeteria get an upgrade from a local chef? We tried it out.
'Hawaii Five-0' Costume Designers Reveal Local Fashion Favorites
'Hawaii Five-0' costumers and locals Erika Aresta and Michael Fong share their favorite island shopping spots and the brands they reach for, on and off set.
Review: Where to get Cronut-style pastries in Hawaii
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Lei Chic presents machinemachine at Honolulu Night Market
You've done all you can. Leave your iPad on that gorgeous J.Crew statement necklace. Casually point out that your favorite Coach bag is on its death bed. Mention how much better your feet would feel in a new pair of…
More looks from The Cut Collective's spring trunk show
A look at Rumi Murakami's spring collection of tailored, work-appropriate pieces to debut at The Cut Collective, as seen on Lei Chic, your go-to guide to shopping, fashion, beauty and lifestyle in Honolulu, Hawaii.
The Cut Collective's spring trunk show and sale
Ten Tomorrow (from left): Jacqueline jumpsuit (custom body chain not included), $146, Elizabeth gold brocade skirt, $124, and jacket, special order only. Photos: Tommy Shih (left) and Dallas Nagata-White (right). There are some things you're just not cut out for.…
3rd Ave Shore opens new decal shop in Kailua
"Congratulations, you've come in third!" is probably not the best thing to hear when you're in, say, Sochi. But if you're in Kailua, then you're golden, because you've just walked into 3rd Ave Shore's shop, now open on Hamakua Dr.…
11 commercials to watch for during Super Bowl XLVIII
Preview 11 of the best Super Bowl commercials you'll see this Sunday and one you won't, as seen on Lei Chic, your go-to guide to shopping, fashion, beauty and lifestyle in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Vermilli's beachy spring collection to arrive this weekend
A preview of Vermilli's upcoming spring collection with flirty kimonos, rollover shorts and lacy racerback dresses, as seen on Lei Chic, your go-to guide to fashion, shopping, beauty and lifestyle in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Cinnamon Girl's new scented body butters and sugar scrubs
A look at Cinnamon Girl's new body butters and sugar scrubs, as seen on Lei Chic, your go-to guide for shopping, fashion, beauty and lifestyle in Honolulu, Hawaii.
New Vectus laser makes permanent hair removal quick and easy
Toss your razor thanks to Vectus, a new laser that makes permanent hair removal quick and less painful than before, as seen on Lei Chic, your go-to guide to shopping, fashion, beauty and lifestyle in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Rove Swimwear launches bohemian chic swim line
Chalk it up to your inner gypsy, but you go through life like you do road trips: sans GPS. Wherever you go, there you are is pretty much your mantra. Except when it comes to shopping, in which case you've…
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