Explore Waimea Valley’s Cultural Sites, Native Plants and Waterfall on O‘ahu’s North Shore
The 1,875-acre ahupua‘a is open for swimming, picnicking and exploring.
Catherine Toth Fox
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Owners and Chefs Share Their Best Recommendations on What to Order at Their Poke Shops
No matter how you eat it, there’s something comforting about cubes of fish mixed with sea salt, limu, ‘inamona or green onions.
Lee Anne Wong Dishes About the Overhaul of Her Pioneer Inn Grill and Bar on Maui
Papa‘aina at the Pioneer Inn keeps it simple with a nod to history.
Lopaka Kapanui Shares 3 Ghost Stories of Hawai‘i
Listen to tales of menehune, haunted houses and a kahuna who tried to bless an un-blessable house.
O‘ahu Neighborhood Guide (Quarantine Edition): The Usually Bustling Waikīkī is Quieter—and Packed with Locals
It’s apparent that tourism is down. The streets are far less crowded now than they were pre-COVID. Many hotels are still closed, though shops and restaurants have been open between lockdown orders.
4 Hawai‘i-Grown Ingredients Are Having a Moment at Our Favorite Restaurants
What do ‘ulu, mushrooms, shrimp and pork have in common? More farms are growing and raising them locally, inspiring chefs to create innovative dishes.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: June 24–30, 2020
Go to a drive-in concert, watch an award-winning Korean film and stroll down Kalākaua Avenue without cars.
Heart of Honolulu: A Kaimukī Bakery Owner Helps Her Favorite Poke Spot
In addition to donating dozens of malassadas to health care workers, Gayla Young of Pipeline Bakeshop & Creamery recently sold 125 poke bowls from Kyung’s Seafood to help the owner ramp up business.
Inside a 5 Thousand Dollar-a-Night Hotel, Mugen’s 8-course Tasting Menu is an Affordable Luxury
Inside a $5,000-a-night hotel, Mugen’s eight-course tasting menu is an affordable luxury.
Cheap Food Hawai‘i: Your Guide to ‘Ono Meals and Killer Deals in Honolulu
Good food doesn’t have to cost a lot.
The Perfect Pizza Doesn’t Exist—So We Built Our Own With Slices From 6 Honolulu Spots
Wanna pizza dis? We hit up Sophie’s Gourmet Hawaiian Pizzeria, Brick Fire Tavern and more local faves.
Inside HONOLULU: Not Really Goodbye
It’s not really leaving when you’re still in the same office.
13 Unexpected Desserts to Try at Your Favorite Local Bakeries
Every local bakery has that signature dessert. But if you sample the rest of the menu you’ll discover something even sweeter.
36 Gourmet Comfort Food Dishes in Hawai‘i That’ll Warm Your Heart and Soul
Comfort food might be indulgent, but it connects us to family, traditions, cultures. Here are some of our favorites, elevated, but still reminding us of when life was simpler and calories didn’t exist.
35th Hale ‘Aina Awards: Pai Honolulu Wins Best New Restaurant, Service and Tasting Menu
Pai Honolulu impresses with carefully constructed plates, addictive small bites, killer cocktails and now house-made breads.
Casual Bistro Meets Fine Dining at Merriman’s First O‘ahu Location
Eat, drink and be Merriman’s.
35th Hale ‘Aina Winner: Peter Merriman is Hawai‘i’s Restaurateur of the Year
Thirty years after opening his first restaurant in Waimea on the Big Island and sparking the most influential food movement in Hawai‘i, chef Merriman is just getting started.
Best of Biting Commentary 2018: Editors’ Favorites
In case you missed them—13 of our favorite Biting Commentary stories of 2018.
After Six Months, XO Restaurant Keeps It Interesting
Don’t worry, the adobo fried chicken is still on the menu.
Field Notes: These People Will Help You Complete Your First Honolulu Marathon
Field Notes explores Honolulu’s vast and varied scenes and subcultures. This month: Honolulu Marathon Clinic.
Kapi‘olani Community College’s Farmers Market Celebrates 15 Years on O‘ahu
Kapi‘olani Community College has promoted local farmers, launched businesses, inspired other markets and cultivated a deep respect for Hawai‘i agriculture.
Market Specials: 5 Popular Farmers Markets on O‘ahu
Here are some specialty items exclusive to each market organized by the Hawai‘i Farm Bureau Federation.
Wow, Lau Lau—Young’s Fish Market Opens a Second Location in the Second City
The popular eatery brings its Hawaiian food and plate lunches to Kapolei in early 2019.
Hale ‘Aina Happenings: What’s New With Hawai‘i Restaurants in December 2018
MW team opens new Hawai‘i concept in San Francisco, Mud Hen Water named one of Eater’s essential restaurants and Christmas stollen soon available at The Kāhala Hotel & Resort.
Liliha Bakery Opens in Macy’s at Ala Moana Center in Early 2019
The iconic bakery’s third location will be in the space vacated by The Pineapple Room.
First Look: Taco‘ako in Kaka‘ako
This new taco shop delivers bold flavors and twists on classic Mexican street fare.
Two New Eateries Complete the Mix at The Lānai
Get hefty sandwiches and Korean tacos now at Ala Moana Center.
Now You Can Eat Shrimp Raised On-Site at Kualoa Ranch
Move over, oysters. The family-owned ranch in Ka‘a‘awa grows shrimp, too.
5 Reasons to Eat Out During Restaurant Week Hawai‘i 2018
The 10-day culinary food fest starts Nov. 9.
9 Dishes, Desserts and Drinks to Get You in the Mood for Fall
Autumn inspires restaurants, bakeries and bars to whip up feel-good dishes, desserts and drinks to match the season.
7 Reasons You Need to Go to the 2018 Hawaiʻi Food & Wine Festival on Oʻahu
Highlights include wine tastings, cooking demonstrations and a lavish gala that ends with fireworks.
Your Ultimate 2018 Guide to Honolulu’s Best Halloween Parties
How to party like a poltergeist all month long.
Get Your (Spiked) Spook On at the Ghost Bar
This seasonal horror-themed pop-up bar at Ala Moana Center is only open through Oct. 31.
Asato Family’s Sherbet Takes You Back To Small-Kid Days
Who wouldn’t love Green River or li hing Icee sherbet?
Two More Beloved Restaurants—Wailana Coffee House and Mocha Java—Close For Good
No more all-you-can-eat pancakes at 2 a.m. in Waikīkī or casual cofficing at Ward anymore.
Top Chef Sheldon Simeon Serves His Food, His Way
The Hilo native opens Lineage, a restaurant serving bold local fare, on Maui on Oct. 15.
Kailua’s Taylor Inouye Makes the Finale in “Kids Baking Championship”
Mini guava bundt cakes and banana sugar cookies took this eighth grader to the final show, which airs Sept. 17.
Craving Warmth in a Bowl? Two Noodle Shops at the 808 Center Deliver
Mian and Sakura Ramen serve unique bowls of Chinese-style noodles you won’t find anywhere else.
The Brilliant Ox Serves Savory Pub-Style Fare, Even at Brunch
There are nearly 100 eateries at Ala Moana Center now, ranging from takeout poke spots to sit-down restaurants with ocean views. So how is a new place supposed to stand out?
