Empanadas, Grilled Octopus, Tender Iberico: Why El Cielo Is the Hale ‘Aina Best New Restaurant
HONOLULU editors’ pick for the top restaurant award of 2024 goes to a Spanish nook on Lewers Street.
Hale ‘Aina Happenings
Hale ‘Aina Voters Declare Cino the Best New Restaurant of 2024
Readers say Cino is molto bene. We agree.
The 2024 Hale ‘Aina Most Innovative Farm-to-Counter Is Now Rolling
Kalihi’s Roots Café has sold affordable farm-fresh lunches and produce for years. Now, it’s bringing that freshness to the valley’s kūpuna.
Award-Winning Cuisine at The Kahala Hotel & Resort
The hotel gives a big “mahalo” for voting for Hoku’s and Plumeria Beach House!
2024 Hale ‘Aina Award Winners: The Best Restaurants in Hawai‘i
Congratulations to this year’s Hale ‘Aina Award winners announced on Aug. 27, 2024.
What You’ll Feast On At the 2024 Hale ‘Aina Celebration
Bring your appetite for our biggest foodie event of the year, Saturday, Sept. 7, at the Royal Hawaiian Resort.
The Top 5 Things to Know About the 2024 Hale ‘Aina Celebration on Sept. 7
HONOLULU’s greatest foodie event will be a show of spectacular food, bottomless drinks and a colorful lineup of entertainment all night long.
Best Bites: Goofy’s Café and Dine is a Hidden Gem for Breakfast-Loving Locals
Already a popular stop for visitors, the 2024 Hale ‘Aina Bronze winner for Best Breakfast has a menu focused on local, organic ingredients and one of the best loco mocos on the island.
Nami Kaze Unveils New Okazuma Okazuya at Frolic Dinner on May 19
Readers can preview the award-winning restaurant’s new okazuya in an evening of live music, lucky numbers and take-home omiyage.
5 Things You Should Know About Rosé Soirée Presented by First Hawaiian Bank and Mastercard
Here’s what to expect at our pink drink pau hana on April 12, 2024.
Photos: 2024 BrunchFest Presented by First Hawaiian Bank and Mastercard
On March 24, guests across the island joined us for breakfast and bottomless drinks at the Prince Waikīkī pool deck.
Istanbul Hawai‘i’s Holiday Menu Adds a Delightful Turkish Twist to Your Favorite Seasonal Dishes
Indulgent dishes and sides, which feature elevated takes on classic festive flavors, evoke the warmth and joy of holidays in the Mediterranean.
ICYMI: Hale ‘Aina Nami Kaze x EP Bar Collab Dinner presented by First Hawaiian Bank Priority Destinations Mastercard
On Oct. 11, First Hawaiian Bank celebrated two Hale ‘Aina Award winners with a special, one-night-only collab dinner.
Nami Kaze Is Pulling Out All the Stops for 10/13 Mrs. Cheng’s Tofu Dinner
SOLD OUT—the Hale ‘Aina Awards’ Best New Restaurant of 2023 is featuring six styles of locally made tofu with ‘ahi, uni, beef cheeks, goat cheese tomme and more.
Best Bites: O’Kims Korean Kitchen Keeps Reinventing Korean Cuisine
From deep-fried braised beltfish to an addictive vegan zucchini pancake, we try O’Kims’ inventive monthly specials.
The Secret Ingredient to Being Restaurateurs of the Year
It’s not just the food—Restaurateurs of the Year Robynne Maii and Chuck Bussler are committed to supporting the local industry and workers.
Kampai at the Pier: Nami Kaze Is the Best New Restaurant of 2023
HONOLULU editors unanimously agree—Jason Peel’s Nami Kaze is Hawai‘i’s Best New Restaurant.
Hale ‘Aina Award Winners 2023: Seven That Slay
Out of 42 categories and almost 130 Hale ‘Aina award winners, these seven of your favorites stand out.
What You’ll Feast on at the 40th Annual Hale ‘Aina Celebration
Koji marinated short ribs, decadent desserts and more from a variety of Hale ‘Aina Award-winning restaurants.
Déjà Food: A Look Back at Past Hale ‘Aina Awards and Winners
As HONOLULU Magazine prepares to celebrate its 40th Hale ‘Aina Awards, we flipped through our files for a look at some of our past Hale ‘Aina winners.
Best Bites: Café Kaila Is The Undisputed Breakfast and Brunch Queen
From cornbread waffles and stuffed French toasts to Benedicts and loco mocos, we try Kaila’s Best Bites.
