Six Tips for a Better Chocolate Chip Cookie
A classic from a local baker whose chocolate chip cookies had a cult following.
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Frolic Foodie Advent Calendar: Local Kine Gifts for 25 Days of Giving
We wrap up our list of 25 ‘ono gifts with Kona coffee sake, a drool-inducing ornament and finally, chantilly in a jar.
We Tried It: Bumper Tubing at Hawai‘i Water Sports Center
We sped through the water holding on to a bumper tube for dear life.
In Hale‘iwa Town, Bird’s Nest Coffee Co. Is a Roost for Craft Coffee
A converted gas station on O‘ahu’s North Shore is a hub for coffee aficionados and newbies.
What Happens Now to Hawai‘i’s Military-Leased Lands?
Sixty years ago, the military leased thousands of acres of state land for $1. Talks are underway now to renew those leases.
3 Ways Foodland is Keeping Our Holidays Budget-Friendly
These special deals have us fa-la-la-ing all month long.
Cirque du Soleil: ‘Auana Is a Thrilling, World-Class Spectacle
The new show at the Outrigger Waikīkī Beachcomber Hotel melds Native Hawaiian culture with Cirque’s renowned artistry.
I-naba Brings Back Loaded Japanese Breakfast Sets
Arrays of grilled fish, miso soup, rice, sashimi and sides restore order in a hectic holiday season.
Where to Drink Kava, or ‘Awa, on O‘ahu
As the drink trends nationally, a new kava bar just opened in Waialua.
HONOLULU Magazine Team’s 2024 Holiday Gift Guide
Crowd-pleasers under $100 from some of our favorite local businesses.
KOHO Chocolates Unveils Waikīkī Flagship Boutique
Starting Dec. 9, indulge in customizable assortments and seasonal holiday delights.
Amaterasu Resurfaces at Ala Moana Center with Lunch and Dinner Sushi Omakase
Hideo Ohmiya started with a pop-up counter inside a car showroom. This is his first brick-and-mortar.
Beyond Immersive Displays and Photo Ops: What to Eat at ‘Twas the Light Before Christmas
Christmas truffles, charcuterie, macarons and holiday drinks to fuel you through the displays.
Nā Mele: Celebrating 25 Years of Music With PBS Hawai‘i
Tune in for a special PBS Hawai‘i program celebrating Nā Mele’s 25th anniversary with classic performances and never-before-seen footage.
Honolulu Pride: LGBTQIA+ Events in December 2024
Check out a collection of Hawai‘i Quilts from the National AIDS Memorial and keep holiday cheer alive by volunteering at the Kaimukī Christmas Parade and the Honolulu Zoo.
Youpo Noodles Opens a Brick-and-Mortar
Chef-owner Andrew Pressler is serving up his popular spicy noodles in Chinatown.
Da Shop’s Greatest Hits: Volume 2
The staff at Da Shop: Books + Curiosities round up their most memorable reads of 2024 in two parts. This is part two.
5 Chefs to Watch on O‘ahu
In their dishes and kitchens, these local chefs are helping to shape the city’s restaurant scene.
Made in Mānoa Gives Luxury Handbags a Second Chance at Life
Once-loved handbags collecting dust are reimagined in the hands of Made in Mānoa designer Wendy Hee.
Great Holiday Gift Ideas From Locals You Know
We tapped well-known locals, from artists and chefs to influencers and news anchors, for what’s on their gifting and wish lists.
Holiday Sips: Festive Mocktail Recipes to Toast the Season
Indulge in local mixologist Sarah Stephens’ sumptuous mocktails.
Must-See: Honolulu Printmakers’ Love Letter to Lei
Honolulu Printmakers’ Printer Lei exhibit entwines diverse communities in celebration of lei.
Om-M-G Yoga Mats From Tatami Hawai‘i
A local yoga instructor designs yoga mats with the dried grass traditionally used for tatami flooring.
