12 Ways to Support the Black Community in Hawai‘i
Here are some local organizations to support and resources to learn more about the history and culture of the Black community in Hawai‘i.
Local Culture
Agnes’ Portuguese Bake Shop Has Reopened as a Malassada Truck in Kailua
The longtime bakery closed in 2018 after nearly 50 years in business. Now it’s back, just down the road from its original location.
Real Gastropub, Hawai‘i’s First Restaurant to Focus on Craft Beer, Won’t be Reopening
Looking back on the restaurant that helped usher in Hawai‘i’s craft beer scene.
Get Hawai‘i Raised, Naturally Farmed Pork for Father’s Day from Mountain View Farms
Using Korean natural farming techniques—the sourdough of farming—David Wong raises about 800 pigs on a vegetarian diet without the use of antibiotics and vaccines.
4 We Tried: We Search for the Best Ways to Learn Hawaiian Online for Free
Hawaiian is one of our state’s official languages. Brush up on your skills or learn something new with these great online resources.
Hawai‘i Foodbank Has Distributed More Than 3.7 Million Pounds of Food on O‘ahu in Less than 2 Months
Tuesday, June 9, will be the final distribution for a special program created to give thousands of struggling local families food. But the need will continue and the Hawai‘i Foodbank needs your help.
Watch as Thousands Protest in Downtown Honolulu in Support of Black Lives Matter
A week of demonstrations against police brutality, systemic racism and a call for justice for George Floyd resulted in a reported 10,000 people protesting at the Hawai‘i State Capitol on Saturday, June 6.
Pick Up Lychee and Lup Cheong at Sun Chong Grocery in Honolulu’s Chinatown
Lychee season is here. Plus, Sun Chong has all your Chinese cooking essentials, including lup cheong from San Francisco.
Check Out Hawai‘i Artists in Their Home Studios in This New Quarantine-Inspired Series
“Homes+Homeys” by Mori Hawai‘i explores what local creatives are doing while sheltering in place.
In-Person Spiritual Services to Resume in Honolulu on Saturday, May 23
Churches and other spiritual institutions will be allowed to gather in person, provided that they follow certain guidelines.
A Google Doodle Celebrates the Life of Israel Kamakawiwoʻole
The late Hawaiian musician, best known for his rendition of “Over the Rainbow,” was featured on Wednesday’s Google homepage in an animated video.
Local Comfort Food: Wotchoo Eat with Your Poi?
Get some funky-kine pairings for Hawai‘i’s original comfort food.
Celebrate Hawai‘i’s Great Graduates of 2020 with These Local Gifts
To the class of 2020: Chee-hooo YOU!
Love Lockdown: Plan a Date While You and Your Partner Shelter at Home Together
6 ideas to help you make your live-in lover feel a bit more special.
How Pop-Up Mākeke Went From an Idea to an Online Hot Spot for Hawai‘i Businesses
The virtual marketplace for local small businesses and artisans grossed about $250,000 and sold nearly 8,000 items in just a month and a half. It runs through the end of May.
Heart of Honolulu: A Young Hometown Hero Helps Waimea Farmers
An eighth grader turns his passion into a kōkua project that strengthens his community during a crisis.
Heart of Honolulu: A Sweet 4-Year-Old Shoutout, Menehune Magic and Dreamy Deliveries
Each week HONOLULU magazine readers and staff show aloha for small acts of kindness.
The Best Hawai‘i Zoom Backgrounds for Your Next Video Calls and Meetings
HONOLULU’s photographers David Croxford and Aaron K. Yoshino picked some of their favorite photos so no one has to stare at your wall.
Everything We Wanted to Know About North Shore’s Thunderstorm Artis
Thunderstorm Artis opens up about his Hawai‘i faves, what it’s like working with the coaches and how he got his unforgettable name.
Heart of Honolulu: Ramp Remedy for Ducklings, a Holler From a Shopper and the Giving Pantry
Each week HONOLULU Magazine readers and staff show aloha for small acts of kindness.
Hawaiʻi Public High Schools Announce Commencement Plans
Class of 2020 graduations will take place in parking lots, on TV and through the radio in May.
Heart of Honolulu: How This 11-Year-Old HONOLULU Family Virtual Fun Run Finisher is Helping Others
When his five sports teams had to stop practicing, 11-year-old Brennan Yamaguchi was sad. But what was even harder was watching the bill he worked on stall at the legislature.
Local Comfort Food: My Adoboloco Hot Sauce Obsession
You thought Hamajang was hot? Maybe you need Fiya! Fiya!
