Katrina Valcourt

Executive Editor at HONOLULU Magazine

Katrina Valcourt graduated from UH Mānoa with a degree in communication, completing the Video and Digital Cinema track while interning with the alternative newspaper Honolulu Weekly, where she continued to work until the publication folded in 2013. Shortly after, she joined the editorial team of HONOLULU Magazine, filling every role from temporary assistant to interim editorial director. She is now the executive editor of HONOLULU and spends her free time volunteering with the Hawai‘i International Film Festival and throwing pots at Hawai‘i Potters’ Guild.

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Best of Honolulu 2016: Shopping

The 16 editorial and reader picks for the chic-est shopping in the city.

From Our Files: Moments from Hawai‘i’s Past—July Edition

A look back at Honolulu from July 1921 to 1961. Stories taken from the archives of Paradise of the Pacific and HONOLULU Magazine.

Best of Honolulu 2016: Fun & Fitness

The seven editorial and reader picks for the hottest entertainment and best fitness favorites from our Best of Honolulu 2016 issue.

Best of Honolulu 2016: Family Picks

The three editorial picks for the best family fun in the city.

Best of Honolulu 2016: Services

The 10 editorial and reader picks for the best services in the city.

Best of Honolulu 2016: Food

The 25 editorial and reader picks for tastiest food from our Best of Honolulu 2016 issue.

3 Places You Can Get Boozy Milkshakes in Honolulu

Add a shot of liquor to your favorite childhood treat for the adult beverage of your dreams.

SKY Waikīkī Takes Iconic O‘ahu Surf Breaks and Turns Them Into Cocktails

Seven new surf-inspired drinks combine playfulness with intoxicating flavors.

The 8 Best Things to Do in July 2016

This month’s offerings include a deeper look at sharks, knocking back mango cocktails and rocking out with The Cure.

5 of Our Favorite Downtown Honolulu Spots to Grab Breakfast

Here’s where you can have a great sit-down breakfast during the week in downtown Honolulu.

The Best 8 Things to Do in June 2016

June has the most daylight hours in the year, so spend them celebrating the ocean, watching a play in a cemetery and checking out what local creatives are making.

News & City Life

This National Monument is Home to Rare Species Found Nowhere Else in the World

Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument turns 10 this month. Here’s what that means for Hawai‘i.

8 Homes on O‘ahu That Sold For the Median Price Last Year

Here's what the median price of single-family homes and condos will buy you.

Get Your Late-Night Pūpū and Fried-Food Fix at This McCully Eatery

The Social Honolulu Eatery and Bar serves high-quality bar food until 2 a.m. every night.

The Best 8 Things to Do in May 2016

Run a half marathon, see a play about horses, hear a legendary funk musician perform and more.

Volunteer

9 Awesome Ways to Actually Make a Difference on Earth Day 2016 in Honolulu

Earth Day is this Friday, April 22. Celebrate in Honolulu with cleanups, giveaways, workshops and other events.

Quote Unquote: Hawai‘i Chemist Wins Big in Italy’s Gelato World Cup with Local Flavors

IL Gelato Hawai’i owner Dirk Koeppenkastrop led Team USA to top honors in the seventh edition of this prestigious competition.

The 8 Best Things to Do in April 2016

April showers can’t keep us inside when there’s a Broadway musical, a food festival, a beach cleanup and more fun events happening around town.

Arts & Culture: Stephan Jost

Championed Hawai‘i art

O‘ahu Hike of the Month: Wa‘ahila Ridge Trail

This moderate hike combines a good workout with spectacular views.

3 Ways to Buy a House with No Money Down

If you can’t afford to swing a mortgage downpayment, consider these three options.

First Look: Egghead Café in Kaka‘ako

This breakfast and brunch spot offers stacks of playful pancakes, filling sandwiches and Taiwanese-inspired specials. And eggs. Lots of eggs.

The 8 Best Things to Do in March 2016

Sun’s out, buns out! Between beach barbecues, welcome spring with rubber ducks, brews and an art exhibit about plastic.

Get All-You-Can-Eat Paella Every Tuesday at Bread & Butter

The restaurant offers unlimited paella and a glass of wine every Tuesday for $20.

We Tried This: Breakout Waikīkī

7 things you should know about one of Honolulu’s escape rooms.

Wildlife

18 Really Interesting Facts You Didn’t Know About Humpback Whales

It’s humpback season in Hawai‘i and, while you know these whales are great singers and love to breach, we bet you didn’t know these other interesting facts.

From Our Files: Moments from Hawai‘i’s Past–February Edition

A look back at Honolulu from February 1931 to 1986. Stories taken from the archives of Paradise of the Pacific and HONOLULU Magazine.

The Unlikely Story of How the Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra Came Back to Life

Five years after declaring bankruptcy, the newly renamed Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra is not only on budget, it’s traveling to perform on the Neighbor Islands again, hosting internationally renowned guest musicians and attracting new audiences. What happened?

Katrina Valcourt

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