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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Shades of Shave Ice: Get Your Bingsu Two Ways in Ke‘eaumoku
Freshly pulled espresso lends a twist to traditional Korean shave ice while seasonal fruit is the way to go at Ala Moana Center.
Local Hawai‘i Eating, Family-Style: Scavenger Hunt Shrimp Boil
The prize at the end of an around-the-island adventure is an all-local, eat-with-your-hands supper.
Hawai‘i’s Best Korean Shave Ice Is Hidden in a Supermarket
Just past the produce and the latest in Korean aunty fashion, Ke‘eaumoku’s En Hakkore Café serves up a loaded mountain of shave ice with an espresso shot.
The Haute Cuisine Chef and His Haute Gummy Bears
Colin Hazama brings years at the top of the culinary scene to bear in his hit gummy bear series.
Our Go-To: The Best Takeout Dishes for Potluck Parties and Picnics on O‘ahu
With Memorial Day coming up, we polled 13 committed eaters at Frolic and HONOLULU Magazine for their top picks.
Ranking the Six Spam Musubis in Potama’s Sampler Pack
You‘d be amazed at what goes on between the nori sheets at Waikīkī’s Spam musubi specialist.
How a Hawai‘i Restaurant Launched the Soufflé Pancake Craze
Waikīkī’s Cream Pot originated the pillowy breakfast and brunch treat in 2009, long before soufflé pancakes surged in popularity.
Ice Cream Pies by the Slice Are a New Thing in Chinatown
For pastry chef Heather Lukela, a one-time side hustle has turned into her very own pie shop.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: The Surprising Past of Pickled Mango
Here in Hawai‘i, peak mango season runs from May through September, and soon we’ll be dipping our chopsticks into tubs of crunchy mango that’s been pickling in tangy, sweet, mouth-puckering juice.
Montreal-style Bagels with Super Local Toppings Roll Up in Kailua
Inspired by a lifelong passion, Empty Elle is Hawai‘i's first Montreal-style bagel shop.
70 Dine-in and Takeout Menus for Mother’s Day on O‘ahu 2021
From brunch to charcuterie, prime rib to petits fours: Keep checking back as we update this roundup for Mom’s special day.
6 Local-Style Soup Recipes to Make at Home
From old-school oxtail to a cheesy spoonful with bacon on top, here are some of the HONOLULU’s team’s favorite homemade soups.
MW Restaurant Just Gave Its Kitchen Equipment to Kahuku High School
Future culinarians on the North Shore will learn to cook at the same flattop that produced dinner for the Obamas.
Hawaiʻi Comfort Food: Portuguese Bean Soup Recipe
What happens when you combine two family recipes in one pot? A simple, hearty version of this favorite dish.
Hawai‘i Comfort Food: A Homemade Recipe for Oxtail Soup
Slow simmering makes oxtail fall-off-the-bone tender. Feel free to eat with your fingers.
Hawai‘i Comfort Food: Tom Yum-Style Soup Recipe
An easier version of a Thai soup, this recipe is simple to make vegetarian or vegan for your family.
Halloween Family Classroom Treats: 5 Trick-or-Treats You Can Whip Up in Minutes
Easy Halloween treat hacks for playful snacks and lunches for the whole boo crew.
Halloween Recipe for Families: Frankenstein Pudding Cups
Crushed Oreos and a hidden healthy side make this treat not-so-scary for your child’s class or party.
Halloween Recipe for Families: Hot Dog Mummies
Get wrapped up in these spooky snacks with just two ingredients.
Halloween Recipe for Families: Strawberry Ghosts
Need a berry good idea for a classroom snack? These little ghosts are quick, easy, and cute!
Keiki Treat: Candy Corn Gelatin
Three wiggly, jiggly (and one grown-up) versions of this traditional Halloween candy.
Keiki in the Kitchen: Playing with Pasta
Tiki's Grill & Bar Chef Ronnie Nasuti Turns Noodles into tacos and dessert.
HONOLULU Staff Favorites: The 12 Best Frozen Treats for a Boiling Hot Day on O‘ahu
Labor Day might signal the end of summer elsewhere, but we’ll still be sweating through the next few months. Here are our favorite ways to cool down.
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Congratulations to this year’s Hale ‘Aina Award winners announced on June 6, 2023.
Li hing shavings, fresh fruit, cigar cookies or old-school: The 10 picks in this classic post have it all.
The win for Outstanding Bar was announced Monday afternoon in Chicago.
Find tonkotsu, spicy miso, tan tan and shabu beef ramen next to Seafood City.
The lineup at Hawai‘i’s Plantation Village includes andagi, huli huli chicken, bento and baked goods.