Learning About the Life (and Interstellar Hopes) of Honolulu’s Tuxedo Man
After Raymond Kenneth Petry died in August, we wanted to find out more about the mysterious man’s work.
James Charisma
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Best of Honolulu 2020
We sought out the best of everything—from local sake to seafood boil, bank to barbershop—and expanded our list with a finalist in every category chosen by our readers.
Best of Honolulu 2020: The Best Food and Drinks on O‘ahu
47 editorial and reader picks for the tastiest food and beverage in town.
Best of Honolulu 2020: The Best Services on O‘ahu
The 99 editorial and reader picks for the places and businesses in Honolulu that make our lives just a bit easier.
The Best Places To Eat Outside at O‘ahu’s North Shore Right Now
When one door shuts, the outdoors open. Here are some of our favorite restaurants in Honolulu for dining alfresco.
Out in the Open: The Best Places To Go For Outdoor Dining on O‘ahu Right Now
When one door shuts, the outdoors open. Here are some of our favorite restaurants around the island for dining alfresco.
The 7 Best Places to Eat Outside in Waikīkī Right Now
When one door shuts, the outdoors open. Here are some of our favorite restaurants in Honolulu for dining alfresco.
The Best Places to Eat Outside on the Windward Side of O‘ahu Right Now
When one door shuts, the outdoors open. Here are some of our favorite restaurants in Honolulu for dining alfresco.
Here’s What It’s Like Enjoying Drinks and Pūpū at the Chart House
Hawai‘i’s bars have reopened, so I’m back to day drinking in Waikīkī.
11 Chefs Dish on Their Go-To Orders at Their Own Restaurants and at Others Around Hawai‘i
It’s not always late-night ramen and leftover mac and cheese after a long shift.
What It’s Like Getting Busted Smuggling Crack (Seed) at the Airport
Turns out omiyage from Hawai‘i looks pretty sketchy to the TSA.
Taste Test: We Tried Every Hot Dog at Hank’s Haute Dogs and Ranked Them
Two culture critics lay their hot dog cred on the line—and still find room for a “No” Dog and a hamburger for dessert. Welcome to the sausage party.
Con-fused About Hawai‘i’s Pop Culture and Comic Conventions?
Here’s a guide to help you sort through the events in 2020.
Your O‘ahu Neighborhood Guide: King Street at University Avenue in Honolulu
There are plenty of old-school haunts and new grinds on the mauka side of King Street past University Avenue.
Where to Find Jai in Chinatown for Chinese New Year
If you're looking for the traditional dish of jai to celebrate the Year of the Rat, here are four places we tried in Downtown Honolulu.
Hone Your Light Saber Skills Just in Time for “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker”
Always wanted to be a Jedi? Bring balance to the galaxy (or at least Salt Lake) with LudoSport Hawai‘i.
Behind the Scenes: What’s Life Like as an Movie Extra in Hawai‘i?
Peek behind the scenes at my Where’s Waldo?-like acting “career” in locally shot movies and TV shows.
The 10 Best Films and Television Shows Shot in Hawai‘i
From Marvel’s “Inhumans” to “Magnum, P.I.,” we rank the biggest movies and series ever filmed in the Islands.
Are We Really Cashing in On TV And Film Production in Hawai‘i, Or Is It Just a Hollywood Illusion?
Last year was Hawai‘i’s most lucrative year to date for film production. So why are we setting limits that some say will keep studios away?
How Screenwriters Aaron and Jordan Kandell Went from Hawai‘i to Hollywood
Local twins and screenwriters Aaron and Jordan Kandell hadn’t planned a future in film. Yet they went from Hawai‘i to Hollywood. Here’s how.
What’s Open or Closed in Honolulu for Thanksgiving 2019
A sweet guide to which Honolulu City and County services will available or suspended in observance of Thanksgiving on Nov. 28, 2019.
Local Artists Paint Honolulu’s Streets With Surprising Hawai‘i-Inspired Art
It’s not just about massive murals. Some local artists are going smaller scale with their street art.
Catch Improv Rock ‘n’ Roll Band Oil in the Alley at the Hawai‘i Sketch Comedy Festival
Oil in the Alley is an improv rock ‘n’ roll band that literally makes it up as they go along. Find them among other funny folks at the Hawai‘i Sketch Comedy Festival this weekend.
Best of Honolulu 2019
Discover all the 2019 Best of Honolulu winners—both editorial and reader picks.
Best of Honolulu 2019: The Best Services on O‘ahu
The 47 editorial and reader picks for the places in Honolulu that make our lives just a bit easier.
The 10 Worst Films and Television Shows Shot in Hawai‘i
From Marvel’s “Inhumans” to “Magnum, P.I.,” we rank the biggest movies and series ever filmed in the Islands.
Best of Honolulu 2019: The Best of Fitness and Outdoor on O‘ahu
The 9 editorial and reader picks for the best ways to get out and active.
Best of Honolulu 2019: The Best Food and Drink on O‘ahu
45 editorial and reader picks for the tastiest food and beverage in town.
Is Jason Momoa Headed Back to Hawai‘i?
Based on his recent Instagram posts, he might be. And if he is, can he please, please, please make more videos with local social media stars?
3 Reasons to Check Out Emily McIlroy’s Art Exhibition at First Hawaiian Center
“The Lilies How They Grow” runs through June 14.
Hawai‘i Food News: This Mōʻiliʻili Restaurant is Giving Away 7,000 Dollars
To celebrate his restaurant’s seventh anniversary, A Place To Eat chef Willu Diaz has hidden seven stickers across O‘ahu.
Exploring Honolulu on Google Street View is Like Traveling Back in Time
Google Maps hasn’t updated its Honolulu images since 2011. Do you remember what these neighborhoods used to look like?
Quote Unquote: Honolulu’s Registrar for the Mayor’s Office of Culture and the Arts
When he’s not coordinating the Honolulu City Lights annual holiday wreath contest or dressing up for historical re-enactments, Tory Laitila is responsible for helping manage the city’s art collection.
12 Tasty Ways to Satisfy Your Taco Cravings in Honolulu
Taco ’bout a good deal for Taco Tuesday and beyond.
This Hawai‘i Production Assistant Went From Making Costco Runs to Starring Alongside Ben Affleck and Oscar Isaac
In real life, Louis Jeovanny was running errands and grabbing dry cleaning. In Netflix’s “Triple Frontier,” he’s stealing millions of dollars in drug money.
Our Favorite Moments and Costumes from Kawaii Kon 2019
Snapshots from this year’s Japanese anime and pop culture convention at the Hawai‘i Convention Center.
This Local Prop Master and “Game of Thrones” Fan Built His Own Iron Throne
See how it stacks up against the real one when the show’s final season premieres Sunday, April 14 on HBO.
7 Hawai‘i-Based Podcasts Worth Listening to Right Now
Podcasts make it easy to create your own playlist of content on the go. Here are seven local ones gaining listeners.
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.