Present at the Food Revolution in Hawaii
20 years ago, a dozen chefs changed how Hawaii ate—and how the world viewed us.
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Mayor Wright Homes: Public Housing Hell
Gang activity, rat infestations, deteriorating walls and ceilings, and, until this June, no hot, running water.
The Bed and Breakfast Battle in Hawai‘i
A new city bill purports to solve the simmering issue, but it still won’t be enough. The real problem? The city can’t enforce the current law. We tell you why.
How the Hula Preservation Society is Documenting a Piece of Hawai‘i History
For more than a decade, the Hula Preservation Society has been interviewing, and videotaping, hula’s most respected elders, capturing their knowledge, their memories and their stories. The result is a treasure trove of history and culture; here, we present just a few excerpts from the hundreds of hours of footage.
Drinks and Pupu in Hawaii
Pupu on the Rocks: You can’t always judge a great drinks and pupu place from the outside.
What Can You Get for $1 Million?
What Can You Get for $1 Million?: How far will a cool million take you when you’re shopping for a house on Oahu?
50 Great Dates in Honolulu
Whether you’re meeting her for the first time, or you’ve been married for 20 years, here are 50 great dates to romance that special someone.
Hawaii's Public Art
On the Hunt: See the city with fresh eyes via this article, an artistic scavenger hunt of Honolulu’s best public art.
Exploring Kahuku
Too often, the trip from Honolulu to Kahuku is a well-beaten path from downtown to the comforts of a single resort.
Micronesian in Hawai‘i
Micronesians are Hawai‘i's newest arrivals. We wanted to find out more about what it’s like to make a new life here.
Meet 7 Islanders Who Visibly Represent Their Faith
Many people consider themselves religious, but it takes a special level of devotion to literally wear one’s faith on one’s sleeve.
Farm to Table: 6 Dishes from Hawaii Restaurants
Here are six locally grown dishes you can order in Hawaii restaurants right now—and the farmers who made them possible.
All Aboard! What is the Next Stop for Honolulu Rail?
Since Honolulu Mayor Peter Carlisle came into office, the $5.3 billion elevated-rail project has gone into overdrive—and so have its critics.
The World of Towing in Hawai‘i
Tow This: It’s a necessary part of city life, but it’s also one of the most hated. A look into the rough-and-tumble world of towing.
The Leading Causes of Death in Hawaii
What's Killing Us? You’ve got to go somehow. Here are the things you should really worry about.
Best Doctors in Hawaii 2011
The list of the 397 best doctors in Hawaii was determined by the doctors themselves.
Herb Kane: The Last Interview
Just months ago, we had the opportunity to talk with Herb Kane, as powerful an artist as Hawaii has ever produced.
Project Runway's Andy South Produces New Line
From Waianae High School to Project Runway to Neiman Marcus, 24-year-old fashion designer Andy South has come a long way—and he’s just getting started.
Japan-Honolulu Earthquake Journal
A Hawaii family separated during the Japanese earthquake and tsunami picks its way through the aftermath.
The Secret Life of Storage Units in Honolulu
They may look like static warehouses on the outside but inside, Honolulu's self-storage units are bustling with hidden lives.
"The Death of Public School": Ten Years Later
In May 2001, we published a feature entitled, “The Death of Public School,” taking the state Department of Education to task for failing to do its job. After a decade of reform promises, has anything changed? We take a look at what's next for our public schools.
Grading the Public High Schools
This year, we rank Hawaii’s public high schools, using performance and satisfaction data from the state Department of Education.
43 Things Every Local Must Do
What place other than Hawai‘i could come up with both the shaka sign and surfing?
