Best Shave Ice on O‘ahu
Li hing shavings, fresh fruit, cigar cookies or old-school: The 10 picks in this classic post have it all.
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5 LGBTQIA+ Books to Celebrate Pride Month
With June being National Pride Month, here are our novel and poetry picks from LGBTQIA+ authors about gender-diverse experiences.
Foodflash: Bar Leather Apron Wins Hawai‘i’s First National James Beard Award
The win for Outstanding Bar was announced Monday afternoon in Chicago.
New Umi Ramen Brings Japanese-Style Bowls to Waipahu
Find tonkotsu, spicy miso, tan tan and shabu beef ramen next to Seafood City.
New Kumu Hula Edith Kanaka‘ole Quarter Celebrates Hawaiian Culture
Learn more about the Hawaiian icon on Friday, June 9, at a special Bishop Museum after-hours event.
Meet Randy Soriano, First Executive Director of the Hawai‘i LGBT Legacy Foundation
He will use his marketing and management experience to effect positive change for the LGBTQIA+ and MVPFAFF communities.
New Gather Cowork Space in Hawai‘i Kai Was Designed by Women for Women
Come for the lovely work space; Stay for the amazing community, business support and self-growth.
What to Eat at O‘ahu’s First Bon Dance of 2023 This Saturday
The lineup at Hawai‘i’s Plantation Village includes andagi, huli huli chicken, bento and baked goods.
PBS Hawai‘i Presents Nā Mele: Mākaha Sons at House Without A Key
Tune in for a special performance by Nā Hōkū Hanohano award-winning Hawaiian musical group the Mākaha Sons on Monday, June 5.
May 2023: Our Top 3 Most Viewed Posts About the Local Food Scene
Eighteen more ramen shops, dozens of new poke and one outstanding loco moco.
Our Guide: Bon Dances for Beginners
Here’s what to do, eat and see at these traditional Japanese celebrations happening on O‘ahu this summer.
Hawai‘i State Public Library System’s Summer Reading Challenge
Here’s all you need to know about the annual reading program and kick-off event, plus some insider advice from a librarian.
20 Awesome Father’s Day Gifts From Hawai‘i Shops and Designers
Father’s Day is on June 18. Tip your dad cap to the father figures in your life with cool and handsome finds from O‘ahu boutiques.
Learn to Cook Gnocchi and More Specialty Dishes at Hana Kitchens
Support—and learn from—local chefs and their small food businesses with artisan cooking classes at Hana Kitchens.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: Waikīkī, Our Bustling Urban Neighborhood
We flipped back 20 years to see what the city was buzzing about in June 2003.
3 New Local Hawai‘i Swimwear Brands to Sizzle in This Summer
Hit the beach in fresh releases from Native Hawaiian designers and eco-friendly swimsuit lines.
Plan On It: Why I Wrote a Will and You Should Too
No matter how young you are or where you are in life, you need a will. You just never know what might happen.
What’s Up, Doc? Health Care Trends Toward Progress in Hawai‘i
From artificial intelligence to supermarkets, here are five trends that show where medicine in the Islands is headed, for the better.
Keiki Take on the Waves in T&C Surf Grom Contest
Watch kids as young as three years old ride the tides at Kūhiō Beach in their first surf contest.
Megan Kamalei Kakimoto’s Debut Book Has the Literary World Buzzing
Her story collection, written outside of working hours at a demanding downtown job, is drawing raves—and feels like a reset for Hawai‘i literature.
An Ode to the Humble Foods That Saved Me
Some days, it’s not about the best steak or ramen. Here’s a tribute to the other end of the food spectrum.
Mom Talk: Q&A With April Hail of Keiki Kaukau
This Hawai‘i-based toy tycoon shares how she finds balance and keeps the stress of mom life in perspective.
Things to Do on O‘ahu in June 2023
Admire a colorful array of flora, dance in the streets at Honolulu’s largest Obon and enjoy the songs of a beloved Broadway musical.
My Honolulu: The Legit Crack Seed Stores From Small Kid Time
This classic post will make your taste buds pucker.
