Food & Drink Events
You Voted: Here Are Your Top 5 Foods at This Week’s Punahou Carnival
You always knew malasadas would win by a landslide. But can you name the other four best-sellers?
The Best Things to Do on O‘ahu in February 2023
Mark your calendars to see John Mulaney and Jo Koy perform standup, attend the Punahou Carnival or sign up for the Great Aloha Run.
Beer Festivals to Watch for Around Hawai‘i in 2023
Craft beer tastings are coming to O‘ahu, Hawai‘i Island and Kaua‘i this year.
These 11 Hawai‘i Chefs and Restaurants are the 2023 James Beard Awards Semifinalists
Here are all the Hawai‘i James Beard Awards 2023 semifinalists.
Reader Poll: What’s Your Favorite Punahou Carnival Food?
Malasadas, teri burgers, fried noodles, taco salad: You have until Friday night to vote for your favorite!
All the Food at This Weekend’s Chinese New Year Festivals in Chinatown
Two big festivals on Jan. 13 and 14 celebrate the coming Year of the Rabbit.
Make Gorgeous Holiday Gifts at These Local Classes and Workshops
Create custom plant pots, block print your own tea towels, whip up wonderful wreaths (both botanical and charcuterie) and more.
Old-School Diners We Love: Kapi‘olani Coffee Shop in Waimalu
The best old-school spots come with comfort food and a good history.
Where to Celebrate Oktoberfest on O‘ahu
Two of the biggest parties at SALT at Kaka‘ako and Aloha Stadium, and where to find seasonal local brews for Oktoberfest 2022.
Here’s What We’re Eating at the 2022 Hale ‘Aina Awards
A sneak peek of all the award-winning bites you’ll dine on this Friday.
5 Things to Know About the 2022 Hale ‘Aina Celebration This Month
On Sept. 16, we head to the streets of Havana, Cuba, for a one-night-only celebration of our best Island restaurants.
What’s on the Menu and Schedule at Saturday’s Korean Festival in Honolulu
All kinds of Korean food, eating contests, live entertainment and more are back after a two-year hiatus.
Celebrate Natto Day with 21 New Natto Takeout Dishes Around Honolulu
From Kalihi to Kāhala to Kāne‘ohe, a record 12 eateries will prepare one-day-only natto creations featuring Japan’s famously slimy bean.
Filipino Food Week Brings Calamansi-Themed Dishes to 4 Islands
18 restaurants from Pai, Stage and Tiki’s Grill to Elena’s, Tiano’s and Macadangdang are featuring Filipino specials June 20 to 26.
Beer Festivals Start Returning to Hawai‘i Next Week
Six craft beer fests are coming to three islands: Here’s your event-by-event guide.
Foodflash: Fête’s Robynne Maii Wins Hawai‘i’s First James Beard Award in 19 Years
Congrats to America’s Best Chef: Northwest & Pacific!
The Best Steak Restaurants (and Places to Get a Steak Dinner) on O‘ahu
Treat Daddy-o to a juicy steak and then some from this beefy list of steakhouses and Father's Day dine-in and takeout specials.
The Winner of the Fan Favorite Vote at Frolic’s 2022 Poke Fest Is ...
Sixteen shops entered their exclusive new Poke Fest creations, and we put it to an online vote. Who is the new King of Poke Fest?
So Much ‘Ono: Poke Fest 2022 Recap in Kapolei
Photos and video from the biggest, most awesome Poke Fest to date.
5 Reasons to Get Excited About Poke Fest Presented by Fresh Island Fish
Frolic Hawai‘i’s poke extravaganza returns Saturday, May 28. Here’s why we can’t wait.
Parade of Poke: All the Exclusive New Poke Coming to Next Week’s Poke Fest
Frolic Hawai‘i’s 5th Annual Poke Fest is Saturday, May 28—and a record 17 poke vendors are debuting all-new poke.