Neighbor Islands

Maui gets a new saimin and smash burger spot

This is saimin for the soul: Havens, a new takeout noodle and burger joint in Kihei, is winning locals' hearts after opening just over a week ago.  Chef-owner Zach Sato's menu showcases favorite dishes he ate growing up on Maui,…

Gourmet fusion food truck opens on Maui

It's tough enough to start your own business, but during a pandemic? For Cole Hinueber, furloughed from his job as executive pastry chef at Spago Maui, the timing proved just right. After years of dreaming of opening his own bakery, Hinueber launched…

Global, Filipino-inspired brunch all day is worth a drive to Napili

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Upscale pop up in Hilo is here and Na'au

Despite its reputation as a sleepy little town, Hilo has really become a destination for foodies. From okazuyas to acclaimed restaurants, you can easily eat your way through Hilo in a week and still not touch every spot that would…

A new bakery from an old friend: Popover

I'd been following Popover, a new bakery in Hilo, for a while now as it built anticipation for its opening on June 1. I was completely surprised when William "Chuco" Townsend revealed on Facebook that this was his new family…

Broke da mouth: Da one that got away

Da Sumo Saimin Special My go-to omiyage for bring back from Kauai had always been Hamura Saimin noodles. Whenever we went Kauai we always made sure for eat Hamura Saimin at least couple few times, then on our last day we…