Into the Boba-Verse: Bubble Tea (Or Pearl Milk Tea) in Honolulu Has Come A Long Way
Venture into the outrageous and delightful modern boba world of butterscotch foam, crème brûlée topping, soursop, purple rice and so much more.
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Aloha for the ‘Āina: A Curated Collection by Our Photographers In Honor of Earth Month
We asked our photographers, Aaron K. Yoshino and David Croxford, to curate a collection of their work in tribute of Earth Month.
A COVID-19 Timeline: How Honolulu Got To This Point
Here are major milestones since the pandemic began changing life in Hawai‘i.
Rethinking Hawai‘i: Continuing Momentum for Local Agriculture
Experts tell us how to bolster our food security and commit to locally grown for our future.
Rethinking Hawai‘i: Reenergizing Green Goals to Spark an Energy Revolution
Record drops in travel, trash and electricity use won’t last, but the lessons learned from them can. Here’s how we move forward.
HONOLULU Magazine Wins 13 Awards This Year
The magazine earned kudos locally and nationally for our writing and design. So, if you’re looking for some great reads, we have a few suggestions.
Rethinking Hawai‘i: How the Visitor Industry Should Operate in the Future
The experts tell us how best to move forward when restrictions ease and tourism emerges.
Best of Honolulu 2020: The Best Shopping on O‘ahu
The 22 editorial and reader picks for the chic-est shopping in the city.
What It’s Like as a Hawai‘i Mail Carrier During a Pandemic
“Our trucks would be full of these huge cases of toilet paper and sanitizer.”
Facing Fertility Challenges: How Options in Hawai‘i Provide Support and Hope
The joy of starting a family can quickly turn to heartbreak, but new-to Hawai‘i techniques, a rare insurance rule and local groups can help women overcome some of the challenges.
The Honolulu Family Behind Fukuda Seed Store First Sold Seeds to O‘ahu Gardeners 100 Years Ago
When the pandemic prompted people to create or revive home gardens, this mom and pop business found ways to keep up with the growing demand for DIY food.
What It’s Like Operating a Honolulu Care Home During a Pandemic
Here’s how Caring Mānoa keeps up social distancing while making sure residents maintain quality of life.
Crime Watch: What’s With All the Brazen Attacks in Honolulu the Past Year?
Violent purse snatchings and robberies in the last year left people feeling unsettled. We take a look behind the headlines.
What It’s Like Driving for a Ride-Hailing Company During a Pandemic
The switch from Uber to Uber Eats has helped make up for a lack of customers.
What It’s Like Being a Police Captain and Father During the Pandemic
Mike Lambert runs Honolulu Police Department programs for the homeless population, which, during the early stages of Honolulu’s lockdown, meant setting up new self-quarantine sites. He also stopped living with his kids.
What It’s Like Being a Restaurant Server Who Lost Her Job During the Pandemic
Mariana Lárez Matheus was laid off in mid-March, right before restaurants were ordered to close dine-in services.
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.
Mana Up Gives 30 Really Good Reasons to Support Local Hawai‘i Companies
Shop big mana’s house online.
Fashion Feature: Tropical Flora Isn’t the Only Thing Blossoming Right Now
Poppy hues, sleek suiting and cutting-edge accessories will soon be everywhere.
Quail, Duck, Steeped in Tea, Fertilized or a Century Old: How Do You Like Your Eggs?
Hard-boiled chicken eggs are great. But these other egg options will definitely bring you out of your shell.
If You’re Obsessed With Astrology Then You Will Love These Necklaces
There are signs every wear.
The Best Hawai‘i Zoom Backgrounds for Your Next Video Calls and Meetings
HONOLULU’s photographers David Croxford and Aaron K. Yoshino picked some of their favorite photos so no one has to stare at your wall.
Push for Preschool for All Hawai‘i Kids Receives Powerful New Supporters
Early childhood offers a critical opportunity for children to learn and grow in ways that help them thrive throughout their lives. Yet Hawai‘i politicians have been debating universal preschool for decades and the first public classes just started six years ago. Will this be the year big expansion happens?
Even With the New Push for Universal Preschool, Families With Younger Kids Will Still Struggle
Even with the new push for universal preschool, families with younger kids will still struggle.
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Craft-brewed coffee from small, independent roasters pairs with irresistible baked goods on Fort Street Mall.
Some days, it’s not about the best steak or ramen. Here’s a tribute to the other end of the food spectrum.
This classic post will make your taste buds pucker.
It’s a different culinary melting pot at this Market City eatery.
Twelve shops created exclusive new Poke Fest creations, and we put them to an online vote. Who is the new King of Poke Fest?