Worth the Splurge: Royal Lobster Rolls in Waikīkī
This classic version with fresh Maine lobster lives up to the hype.
Experience
Find Goat Milk Gelato, Caramel and Cheese at Sweet Land Farm’s Store in Waialua
Milk a goat on the farm tour and then try all things goat milk, from guava and liliko‘i gelato to gouda.
Super Secret Izakaya Elevates Japanese Street Food to Kaiseki Cuisine
The only way to reserve is by Instagram direct message and yes, the name of the place is Super Secret Izakaya.
“Beyond Van Gogh” Just Upped the Game with Charcuterie and Starry Night Cocktails
In the Hawai‘i Convention Center lobby: three Van Gogh-themed cocktails plus fruits, cheese, charcuterie and live music on weekends.
Islander Sake Pairs a Premium Sushi Omakase with Fresh Sake Brewed in the Next Room
It’s the ultimate sushi-and-sake experience in Hawai‘i.
In Waimānalo, Sunflowers Are Grilled and Sprinkled with Cheese
Taste these blooms at Waimānalo Country Farms until July 18—after that, your next chance will be this fall.
10 Restaurants Are Creating 26 New Dishes for Honolulu’s July 10 Natto Day Takeout Dine-Around
We’re celebrating 10 years of Natto Day feasts in Hawai‘i with all kinds of savory, sweet, slime-licious creations.
Readers’ Choice: Which Honolulu Restaurant’s New Natto Dish Do You Want to Try on Natto Day?
We’re rounding up restaurants for a July 10 Natto Day takeout celebration—and one of them is up to you!
HIFF’s Eat.Drink.Film Series Brings Foodie Movies to Your Screen
From June 10 to 20, watch and rewatch food-focused feature films, documentaries and shorts at home.
And the Fan Favorite Winner of Frolic’s 2021 Poke Fest Is ...
You came to our drive-thru Poke Fest on Saturday, you ate, you voted. Now see who won the fan favorite poll for best poke!
Rum, Whiskey, Shochu, Vodka and More: O‘ahu Distillery Roundup
From Kunia to the Ko‘olau, Wahiawā to Hawai‘i Kai, the island has more spirits than you might think.
My Midnight Lū‘au from 7-Eleven
You haven’t been dreaming. There is Hawaiian food at local 7-Eleven stores, sometimes even at midnight.
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.
What You’ll Eat at Frolic’s 2021 Poke Fest Presented by Fresh Island Fish
Coming Saturday, May 29: Exclusive new poke creations from 8 iconic shops around O‘ahu at a fun, zero-contact drive-thru.
Two-Minute Takeout in Waikīkī: TsuruTonTan Udon Noodle Brasserie
We check out the serious discounts at this popular chain.
We ate out at restaurants and here's what it was like
The view from 7 restaurants on the first weekend of dining in again.
The Pig & The Lady Tokyo: What It Takes to Open a Hawai‘i Restaurant in Japan
For his first overseas restaurant, Andrew Le resists the Hawai‘i-fication of The Pig & The Lady while calibrating recipes with Japanese ingredients.
Things That Made Us Go Mmmmm At The New Foodland Farms In Pearl City
Foodland Farms puts the SUPER in supermarket with the addition of a sports bar, okazuya and burrito station in its new 45,000-square-foot location.
What I Found at Costco: Taiwan’s A-Sha Tainan-Style Noodles
Is Taiwan’s best-selling noodle worth buying in a 10-pack?
Get a taste of heavenly noodles by a "ramen god"
An internationally renowned chef serves up ramen at the Kahala this week.
What to Expect From an Environmentally-Friendly Cooking Class in Honolulu
Learn how to incorporate sustainably caught seafood in your next home cooked meal with Local I‘a and other eco-conscious groups.
“Crazy Rich Asians” Flew This Hawai‘i Chef to Cook a Crazy Feast in Hollywood
Pig and the Lady’s Andrew Le is cooking with Eddie Huang and Roy Choi.
Thanksgiving Awesome eats: Hawaiian Pie Company
Can you believe it’s November already? With Thanksgiving just around the corner, we’ve put together a special Thanksgiving week pop-up featuring the giant pies from Hawaiian Pie Company. Freshly baked, not frozen! You’re welcome, downtown. We just saved you a…
Something new: Fashion Friday takes flight
Growing up, air travel was such a fashionable experience. I remember my mom getting me all dressed up, even if it were just for inter-island travel. I also remember the glamorous flight attendants who were always perfectly coiffed and super…
Thick pan-fried pork chops, sizzling boneless kalbi and meaty fried rice are only half of Chef Colin’s Classics, a family-style pau hana feast for four (or more).
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