Staying Crafty: How Maui Brewing Co. Expands its Reach While Staying Local
The Hale ‘Aina Gold winner for Best Beer Program distributes its beers to 23 states and nearly a dozen countries.
Catherine Toth Fox
Square Barrels Now Serves Wagyu Burgers and Lamb Chops
The Downtown burger joint added new dishes this month to its lunch and dinner menu.
The Secret Japanese Restaurant You Can’t Go To
You need to be invited to dine at Toridokoro Matsumoto, a hidden restaurant that specializes in yakitori.
9 Reasons To Go Gluten-Free in Honolulu
These dishes are perfect for celebrating National Gluten-Free Day on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018.
Bidding Goodbye to Some of Our Favorite Restaurants in 2017
Ryan’s Grill, ‘Ono Hawaiian Foods, The Pineapple Room—how our hearts and stomachs ache.
How Side Street Inn’s Colin Nishida Went From Bar Owner to Restaurateur of the Year
All Colin Nishida wanted to do was run a bar—and now he’s 2018 Restaurateur of the Year, with Hale ‘Aina Gold awards for Best Bar Food and Best Gourmet Comfort Food.
First Look: Limon Rotisserie in Kapolei
The vibrant Peruvian cuisine of this new restaurant is my new reason to head west.
Hale ‘Aina Happenings: What’s New With Hawai‘i Restaurants in January 2018
New farm-to-glass cocktails at Bar Leather Apron, Senia hosts collab dinner with Seattle’s Canlis and M.A.C. 24/7 debuts new pancakes for January.
Rainbow Drive-In Brings Its Loco Moco and Chili to Kalihi
The iconic Kapahulu drive-in opens its first of four franchise locations this month.
The Essential Guide to Taro: A Kalo Culture Comeback
Kalo, or taro, is one of the most important foods for Native Hawaiians. Read about the culture, history and innovative new uses for the storied plant, along with some of our favorite dishes, from poi mochi doughnuts to pa‘i‘ai.
Best of Biting Commentary 2017: Editors’ Favorites
In case you missed it—12 of our favorite Biting Commentary stories of 2017.
What Local Chefs Are Wishing For This Christmas 2017
Let’s hope they’ve been good this year!
13 Gift Ideas For the Foodie in Your Life This Christmas 2017
When in doubt, go with food.
The Essential Guide to Taro: The Significance of Kalo in Hawaiian Culture
To Native Hawaiians, the kalo plant is a sacred connection to their ancestors.
19 Holiday Treats To Make Your Christmas 2017 Merrier
Who can argue with eggnog pound cake or peppermint bark scones?
HONOLULU Small Bites: 9 Happenings Worth Buzzing About in December 2017
Here’s a quick-bite guide to the latest foodie news around the Islands.
The Essential Guide to Taro: 12 Local Dishes That Showcase the Versatility of Kalo
Get a taste of taro in everything from curry and chowder to doughnuts and pie.
The Essential Guide to Taro: Three Farms Connecting Culture with Community
Plus, seven tips for cultivating taro at home.
Chef Lee Anne Wong’s Got One Last Chance
The Koko Head Café chef-owner returns to Bravo to compete on the network’s “Last Chance Kitchen” this season.
The Essential Guide to Taro: How Kalo is Eaten Around the World
Here are 12 other places that include taro in their diet (and one that doesn’t).
Where To Go When You Need a Drink This Christmas 2017
Make Christmas shopping much more bearable at this pop-up bar at Ala Moana Center.
A Lesson in Sustainability from Via Gelato
The gelateria opens its second location at Ward Village with a socially conscious message.
Lē‘ahi Concept Kitchen Gives Students Hands-On Restaurant Training—and Serves Great Food
This isn’t your ordinary culinary arts classroom.
Your Thanksgiving Dessert Dilemma Solved
4 places you can still nab desserts for Thursday.
