Catherine Toth Fox

Born and raised on O‘ahu, Catherine Toth Fox worked as a newspaper reporter in Hawai‘i for more than 10 years and has freelanced—in between teaching journalism, hitting the surf and eating everything in sight—for national and local print and online publications since 1997. She earned her master’s degree from the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University in 1999, with a focus on magazine writing and publishing. And she received her bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, graduating with distinction in 1996. She was HONOLULU Magazine’s food and dining editor from 2015 to 2019, editor of HAWAIʻI Magazine from 2019 to 2022, and now serves as editor of HONOLULU Family.

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Inside HONOLULU: Not Really Goodbye

It’s not really leaving when you’re still in the same office.

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12 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.

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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.

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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.

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Casual Bistro Meets Fine Dining at Merriman’s First O‘ahu Location

Eat, drink and be Merriman’s.

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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.

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Best of Biting Commentary 2018: Editors’ Favorites

In case you missed them—13 of our favorite Biting Commentary stories of 2018.

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After Six Months, XO Restaurant Keeps It Interesting

Don’t worry, the adobo fried chicken is still on the menu.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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First Look: Taco‘ako in Kaka‘ako

This new taco shop delivers bold flavors and twists on classic Mexican street fare.

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Two New Eateries Complete the Mix at The Lānai

Get hefty sandwiches and Korean tacos now at Ala Moana Center.

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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.

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5 Reasons to Eat Out During Restaurant Week Hawai‘i 2018

The 10-day culinary food fest starts Nov. 9.

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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.

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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.

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Your Ultimate 2018 Guide to Honolulu’s Best Halloween Parties

How to party like a poltergeist all month long.

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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.

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Asato Family’s Sherbet Takes You Back To Small-Kid Days

Who wouldn’t love Green River or li hing Icee sherbet?

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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?

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These Local Farmers are Taking Eggs to the Next Level

Local family egg farms are stepping up and standing out.

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First Look: Yield in Chinatown

This new brunch spot offers both veggie-centric fare and meaty dishes, all packed with local ingredients.

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HONOLULU Small Bites: 8 Happenings Worth Buzzing About in August 2018

Here’s a quick-bite guide to the latest foodie news around the Islands.

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Best of Honolulu 2018

Discover all the 2018 Best of Honolulu winners—both editorial and reader picks.

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Goma Tei Serving Fresh Noodles, With New Flavors Coming Soon

The specialty noodles including truffle, shrimp and porcini mushrooms debut in September.

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Pai Honolulu Ups the Lunch Game in Downtown

Because sometimes you just want foie gras in your 90-day dry-aged burger.

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Best of Honolulu 2018: Family

The 5 editorial and reader picks for the best for you and your ʻohana.

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Best of Honolulu 2018: Home

These editorial and reader picks will make your home picture perfect.

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Best of Honolulu 2018: Food

26 editorial and reader picks for the tastiest food in town.

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Best of Honolulu 2018: Services

The 9 editorial and reader picks for the places in Honolulu that make our lives just a bit easier.

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Yes, Home Bar & Grill Is Open

Same great food and cocktails—only better.

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Best of Honolulu 2018: Fitness and Outdoor

The 6 editorial and reader picks for the best ways to get out and active.