Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend: March 31–April 6, 2021
Spread art-felt joy, search for sticky eggs and snack on small-kid kine treats.
Stacey Makiya
Articles
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: City Signs Loved By Local Creatives
Here’s a look back at May 1981.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: A Man’s Point of View On Fashion
Here's a look back at March 1961.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend: March 10–17, 2021
Turn your home into a greenhouse, giggle hard at a comedy show and “Shout!” at Diamond Head Theatre.
Fashion Feature: Party For One, Please! 4 Cocktail Dresses to Wear At Home
Hey sole sister, get off the sofa and ditch the sweats. This season is all about getting dressed up in fabulous frocks while eating cake and dancing like no one is watching—well, maybe a zebra.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: 4 Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things
Honolulu’s heroes of 2001.
3 Local Skin Care Experts Dish on Everyday Essentials That They Stand Behind
When COVID-19 hit, the wellness industry boomed. People were in search of products that boosted their immunity, health and glow.
Indulge Yourself with 8 Hawai‘i-Made Treatments For Your Face and Body
These made in Hawai‘i beauty products feature delicious, nourishing ingredients, many Island-grown.
New Pastry Pop-Up’s Breads, Butters and Cheesecakes Are Worth the Calories
Did someone say chocolate cinnamon babka?
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend: February 3–10, 2021
Spend time with the ‘ohana, eat ‘ono surf-n-turf, catch some stars and learn Hawaiian.
Delicate Laser Cuts, Leg Slits and Head-Turning Hues Kick the Floral Trend Up a Notch
Florals? For spring? Bloom shaka laka.
A Hawai‘i Puzzle Company Is Helping Families De-Stress During Pandemic Times
Where else can you get a Kim Sielbeck puzzle?
88 Thoughts We Had While Trying Honolulu’s Newest Escape Room
We attempted to make it out of Chambers Escape Games’ Temple in Kaka‘ako in less than an hour.
30 Gift Ideas for 5- to 9-Year-Olds From Hawai‘i Makers and Shops
Photo: Christine Labrador This year has not been easy for elementary school kids—or their parents. There was a lot whining from both parties. So, this holiday season is extra special and finding the perfect present (big or small) sometimes requires…
2020 Holiday Gift Guide: Joyful, Fun and Bright Presents
8 cheerful, colorful gifts that deliver hope, humor and happiness.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend: December 9–15, 2020
Light up your life, catch a Christmas flick, attend a living room concert and support a paw-sitive cause.
25 Gift Ideas for Tweens from Hawai'i Makers and Shops
Photo: Christine Labrador Just a few weeks left until Christmas and weʻre running out of time to get everything under the tree, especially when youʻre shopping for tweens (believe us, we know!). Hereʻs a winter wish list filled with everything from…
2020 Holiday Gift Guide: Happy Hobby-Days
From gardening and knitting to rollin’ with our homies, this year’s favorite pastime presents.
9 Eye-Catching Earrings That Are Perfect For Your Next Zoom Party
The next time you do your hair toss on Zoom, make sure your lobes are dripping in gorgeous gems from our favorite fashion houses. You’ll look good as hell.
2020 Holiday Gift Guide: Personalized Presents
6 gifts you can customize for dear ones near and far.
2020 Holiday Gift Guide: Presents From Hawai‘i Shops for Less Than $50
Let’s wrap up this humbug year (and shop local!) with Santa-supported stocking stuffers and bright under-the-tree surprises.
33 Christmas Gifts Ideas for Toddlers From Hawai'i Makers and Shops
Photo: Christine Labrador It’s the holi-yay(!) season and we’re especially excited. It seems all of us (not only the kids) have gotten a little nutcracker-y. Even Santa has faced challenges (finding a mask to fit his jolly face and beard…
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend: November 18–25, 2020
Listen to some soulful music, run like a free-range bird, buy tickets to the hottest food event and shop a showcase that features local designers and makers.
Chic, Effortless Style Picks for Your Home Office Life
These breezy work-from-home essentials from UNIQLO Hawai‘i will keep you productive, professional and polished.
Island-Inspired Graphics Paired with Energetic Hues Result in More Modern Aloha, Less Tacky Tropical
Language of the Birds’ aesthetics and quality are some of the reasons this Hawai‘i-inspired brand continues to soar.
Look Into My Smize: The 3 Best Mascaras and Eyeliners to Buy Right Now
Luxe makeup labels are giving us the tools to enhance our lids and lashes in dramatic, eye-catching ways.
We Had No Idea Our 2005 List of “40 Things Every Local Must Do” Would Have Such a Short Shelf Life
The history of Hawai‘i, from our files.
Our Fave UNIQLO Hawai‘i Picks for Staying Cute and Comfy All Year Long
HONOLULU editors Stacey Makiya and Marisa Heung share their top picks for lounging in style.
5 Sporty and Sleek Slip-On Sandals From Hawai‘i Designers and Boutiques
They might not stick around for East Coasters during fall, but here, slides are as perennial as rubbah slippahs.
Sweet Revenge is making Halloween mochi and pot pies
Don’t underestimate things that come in small packages. Kathy Masunaga’s baked goods are prime examples of that. As the owner of Sweet Revenge, a bakery/food truck that sells oven-fresh, sweet and savory mini pies, Masunaga wakes up in the wee…
12 Local Shops on O‘ahu Where the Halloween Treats are Spooktacularly Good
Tricked-out treats are perfect for the one night even adults can go batty.
13 Honolulu Shops Where You Can Get Scary Good, Locally Made Halloween Sweets
This month keiki will scream for Cookie Monster ice cream, ghost poo marshmallows, pumpkin crunch pancakes and many other decadent delights conjured up by popular bakeries, creameries and candy makers. And, since this Halloween is a little different, these goodies made…
Hawai‘i’s Tourists Used to Make Poi “Cocktails” in 1930
The history of Hawai‘i from our files.
The History of Hawai‘i: A Fall TV Season Without “Hawai‘i Five-0” Has Us Looking Back to Our 1970 Interview with Jack Lord
The history of Hawai‘i from our files.
A Fond Farewell to Riches Kāhala, Closing After More Than 30 Years
The glass-walled boutique in the middle of Kāhala Mall was iconic for many East Oʻahu shoppers, largely because of the dynamic redhead who helmed it. Lo Kaimuloa talks about loss, love and her last hurrah.
HONOLULU Staff Favorites: The 7 Best Pizzas on O‘ahu
No matter how you slice it, there’s a pie for everyone. Here are our team’s favorite dine-in and takeout pizza options on O‘ahu.
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.
