Don’t Diss My Dragon Fruit
The Barbie-pink fruit is a victim of its own beauty.
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Things to Do on O‘ahu in April 2026
Jam with Josh Tatofi, join the Hapalua Half Marathon, shop a curated local pop-up market, see a cultural multimedia art exhibit and more.
Re-use Hawai‘i Celebrates 20 Years with New and Returning Programs
Re-use Hawai‘i brings back the tool library and workshops, plus kicks off exciting new initiatives.
What Jason Peel Is Bringing to Diamond Head Market & Grill
The former chef-owner of Nami Kaze is rolling out ambitious projects at the longtime neighborhood eatery.
Sealily Ceramics Handmade Tiles Add an Artisanal Touch to Island Homes
Potter Yamuna Brennan draws inspiration from the ocean for her small-batch tiles but also offers custom work.
Spill the Tea Café Expands Its Mental Health Services in a New, Larger Location
The nonprofit helps teens with their mental health by providing therapy as well as workshops and a safe space for them to hang out.
Hawai‘i Entrepreneurs Are Ready for the Spotlight at the East Meets West Conference
Blue Startups’ latest East Meets West conference in April aims to connect local startups with a global audience.
Explore the Origins of Hawai‘i’s Underground Music Scene in Local Unrest
Journalist Shawn “Speedy” Lopes uncovers the history of punk, indie and alternative music in the Islands.
La Tienda’s Kapa Kuiki Throw Pillows Pack a Punch
Maui painter and designer Pua Jauregui creates each Hawaiian quilt pattern by hand with punch needle techniques.
Foodflash: Sherbet Wiz Neale Asato Is Hawai‘i’s Sole Finalist in This Year’s James Beard Awards
Winners will be announced in June.
Le Petit Chef Is a Cutting-Edge Dinner-and-Movie Prix Fixe
The global production’s 3D projection mapping technology lets diners watch a tiny animated chef work mightily to put a five-course menu on their plates.
8 New and Coming Chinese Restaurants on O‘ahu
Six new Chinese restaurants serving cuisine from Guizhou to Hunan have opened, with two more coming soon.
Everything You Need to Know About Midtown Eats
Who’s there, what to eat, where to park and more insider info about the new Ke‘eaumoku food hall.
St. Patrick’s Day on O‘ahu: Where to Find Corned Beef and Other Specials
The day of green is Tuesday, March 17, but you’re in luck: Some of these corned beef, green beer and other specials will run longer.
5 Things You Should Know About 2026 BrunchFest Presented by First Hawaiian Bank and Mastercard
Here’s the 411 on what you'll eat, where to park and more for our favorite annual brunch event, taking place Sunday, March 29.
Celebrate the Irish in You at These St. Patrick’s Day Events
Check out the St. Patrick’s Day parade, party at a street festival, dance at a Celtic-inspired milonga, make shamrock wands and more festivities.
2nd Annual Waikīkī Brewer’s Festival Will Pour Exclusive Collab Beers from O‘ahu Breweries
Every brewery on the island is also bringing its beers to the event this Saturday, March 14, at Waikīkī Brewing Co.
11 Sakura Treats to Try During Cherry Blossom Season in Honolulu
Sakura soda floats, sakura sherbet, sakura cookies, cakes and more: where to get your cherry blossom fix this spring.
Downtown’s St. Patrick’s Day Block Party Is Back—in a New Spot
Come Tuesday, March 17, there’ll be plenty of corned beef and cabbage, Guinness and live Irish bands on Fort Street Mall.
5 Reasons to Visit Capitol Modern in March
Inspiring new spring exhibitions include the Scholastic Student Art Awards, a manu-o-kū theme, portraits and curated selections from Art in Public Places.
How and Why Little Plum and Lady Elaine Lowered Many of Their Prices
“We don’t want to be too cool for school,” Dusty Grable says. “We want to be busy, and if that means lowering prices, we’ll do it.”
HONOLULU Family’s 2026 Hawai‘i Summer Programs Guide
Brush up on art, enhance your academics, or learn how to play an instrument or a new sport this summer.
Nisshodo and Fujiya: The Stories Behind Honolulu’s Last Remaining Legacy Mochi Shops
Two modest shops anchor Honolulu’s mochi scene, one over 100 years old. This Girls’ Day, we’re retelling their stories.
