Best of HONOLULU 2022: The Best Services on O‘ahu
Take a class, sing your heart out onstage or get your hair done at our 84 top picks chosen by readers and editors.
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Best of HONOLULU 2022
From best Korean fried chicken to banh mi, the best way to get into pickleball to best beach blanket, we pulled together the top food, fitness, shopping, services and family-friendly picks.
Capturing Kānaka Through ManaChrome
Kenyatta Kelechi performs the art of wet plate photography through a uniquely Native Hawaiian lens.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: The People of Lāna‘i
Here’s a look back at July 1982.
The Mission: Bringing Home Native Hawaiian Remains
No Hawaiian has done as much repatriation work as Edward Halealoha Ayau, who has been bringing back Native Hawaiian human remains for more than 30 years.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: The Rise of Hawaiian Music
Here’s a look back at July 1962.
Once Scorned, Albizia Now Used to Make Stunning Surfboards
The Albizia Project uses a highly invasive tree and its wood to create designs and surfboards the old-school way.
Meet the Doctor from Our June 2022 Cover, Cass Nakasone
The renowned orthopedic surgeon at Straub has performed thousands of successful hip and knee replacements and is committed to mentoring the next generation of surgeons in Hawai‘i.
44 Insanely Good Dishes in Hawai‘i
Our writers select the dishes and drinks around Honolulu and beyond that we crave.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: Hawai‘i’s Cattle Industry
Here’s a look back at July 1957.
Why You Should Read Breakthrough Author Joseph Han’s Novel, “Nuclear Family”
This new book delights with Korean kitchen adventures and dead-on observations of Island stresses. But food only goes so far in easing the pain of separation and the pining for reconciliation.
The Best Things to do Outdoors While You Staycation on O‘ahu
Still bummed your adventure travel plans were canceled? Get outside!
Leading Wāhine: Sylvia Luke Serves as a Role Model for Lawmakers
Striving to transform into a new kind of lieutenant governor who works more as a chief operating officer.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: O‘ahu’s First Railroad
Here’s a look back at July 1937.
Things to Do on O‘ahu in Summer 2022
Jack Johnson, New Kids on the Block and the Korean Festival—yes, big events are back!
Leading Wāhine: Shelee Kimura Wants to Transition Hawai‘i Away from a Reliance on Fossil Fuels
Making Hawai‘i more energy efficient and sustainable.
Leading Wāhine: Claire Sullivan Connects Food Choices with Values
Rethinking and rebuilding our relationships with food, with access—and joy—in mind.
Leading Wāhine: Debbi Eleneki Paves the Way for First Responders
Inspiring current and future generations of female firefighters.
Leading Wāhine: MMA Star Ilima-Lei Macfarlane Fights for Women’s Safety
A force to be reckoned with—both in the MMA cage and when fighting for the safety of women and the ‘āina.
Leading Wāhine: Pat Saiki Encourages Women to Persevere
Advocating for women as a state and federal lawmaker.
History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: First Public Park of the Kingdom
Kapi‘olani Park is the ultimate soccer destination, but back in the day the park (including the Honolulu Zoo and Waikīkī Natatorium) was a place for royalty to gather (and party) with the public.
