20 Questions with Hawaiian Clothing Designer and Reality TV Star Kini Zamora
We take a peek behind the scenes at the “Project Runway All Stars” alum and designer’s Hālawa studio.
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HONOLULU Magazine and Jana Lam Team Up to Bring You the Tropical Christmas Stockings You Never Knew You Needed
Jana Lam’s workshop was bustling this season as her team of elves was making stockings bright, in collaboration with HONOLULU Magazine. Trust us when we say, yule love it.
Shop for Jewelry, Paintings and Tiny Pottery From Art Power Couple Heather and Jon Almeda at First Friday
Their pop-up at the Hawai‘i State Art Museum on Dec. 6 will also feature a live demo of Jon Almeda creating mini ceramics.
New Hana Koa Brewing Busts Onto Kaka‘ako’s Beer Scene
Kaka‘ako’s craft brew hub now stretches past Ward Avenue.
HONOLULU’s Best Shops Presented by Kailua Town
We asked, you voted. Here are the winners of HONOLULU Magazine’s shopping awards, chosen in 36 categories.
Native Hawaiians Are Taking Ownership of Indigenous Sites and Stories With a New Location-Based and Podcast App
Choose from a hundred free, ethically sourced guided tours thanks to Native Stories. The app’s gone global and adds Japanese-language programming this fall. (And did we mention that we love it?)
Things That Made Us Go Mmmmm At The New Foodland Farms In Pearl City
Foodland Farms puts the SUPER in supermarket with the addition of a sports bar, okazuya and burrito station in its new 45,000-square-foot location.
Taste Test: We Tried Every Sandwich on the Menu at Earl Kaka‘ako and Ranked Them
We ate 10 hearty sandwiches in one sitting and played favorites.
After 71 Years in Business, Hawai‘i’s Family-Run Foodland is Swinging for the Fences
Changes are happening across Foodland’s 33 stores, some gradual and subtle, others over the top. And there’s more coming.
Laha‘ole Designs Debuts New Apparel Line at Chinatown’s First Friday
The jewelry company is expanding with new looks that you can see (and buy!) at a fashion show on November 1.
Editor’s Page: HONOLULU’s Long History with Andy’s Sandwiches and Smoothies
HONOLULU Magazine and Andy’s Sandwiches and Smoothies’ relationship began with a bowl of lentil soup and a brownie.
Drink Local: Hawai‘i-Based Brewer Ola Brew Co Launches a Very Trendy Hard Seltzer
Big Island company produces new made-in-Hawai‘i flavors including lemongrass and ginger.
Best of Honolulu 2019: The Best for Families on O‘ahu
The 5 editorial and reader picks for the best for you and your ʻohana.
These 3 Family-Owned Eateries Are Bringing Local Favorites to Wider Audiences
While keeping the “small island feel.”
Best of Honolulu 2019: The Best Services on O‘ahu
The 47 editorial and reader picks for the places in Honolulu that make our lives just a bit easier.
Shop Upcycles Vintage Alohawear into New Designs in Kailua
Mu‘umu‘u Heaven Kailua Vintage Boutique Quietly Resurrected Across Town.
Buy Handmade Heirloom Corn Tortillas at the Saturday Kaka‘ako Farmers Market
Natural corn leaders.
Your Ultimate Guide to Living Your Best Vegetarian Life at the 2019 VegFest O‘ahu
On September 21, eat cauliflower shawarma while learning about a more sustainable plant-based Island lifestyle.
Best of Honolulu 2019: The Best of Shopping on O‘ahu
The 19 editorial and reader picks for the chic-est shopping in the city.
Start Grilling with the Butcher Box’s Local, Grass-Fed Steaks and Hamburgers Delivered to Your Door
Plus, a Makaweli Ranch tomahawk and Butcher & Bird’s sausages.
Creating Crystal Clear Ice for Drinks is Not as Simple as Just Freezing Water
Here’s how two new companies, Ice Cubed Hawai‘i and On the Rock Hawai‘i, work to make your cocktails even cooler.
Drink Local: National Rum Day August 16 Doesn’t Have to Be Dark and Stormy
Kaua‘i’s Kōloa Rum celebrates a decade of distilling with plans for a new distillery, café and more.
We Tried It: Our Must-Try Short List of 24 Hawai‘i-Made Beef Jerky Flavors
Thin, crispy Hawai‘i-made beef jerky is officially a thing.
