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Bar Leather Apron Named One of 50 Best Bars

Maria Burke,

Justin Park’s first bar concept is named No. 42 in the North American ranking, while Chinatown’s EP Bar earns an Esquire mention as one of the Best Bars in America.

Offbeat

Robynne Maii on Bringing the James Beard Award Home

Frolic Hawai‘i,

And why the Fête chef doesn't let her cooks drink out of deli cups.

Nami Kaze Benedict Credit Thomas Obungen 1

What’s New

Nami Kaze Debuts New Seafood-Focused Brunch at Pier 38

Thomas Obungen,

Jason Peel breaks the mold of typical brunches with amusing seafood spins on comfort food classics.

Eat Local

Foodie Field Trip: 7 Local Products We Found at the Kualoa Ranch Market

Thomas Obungen,

We knew about the shrimp and the oysters, but did you know they have all of these?

Rootscafe Food Hub Plate Lunch Pc Martha Cheng

Eat Local

Live Your Best Mango and Locavore Life at Kalihi’s Roots Cafe

Martha Cheng,

The community cafe at Kokua Kalihi Valley offers ever-changing menus reflecting the seasons.

Chadlous Coffee Tasting Interior Credit Maria Burke

Drinks

ChadLou’s Coffee Tasting in Kailua Is Fun for a Nerd or Novice

Maria Burke,

Yes, you’ll be buzzing—but you get to taste locally grown coffees side by side with blends from around the world.

Poke

The Winner of the Fan Favorite Vote at Frolic’s 2022 Poke Fest Is ...

Frolic Hawai‘i,

Sixteen shops entered their exclusive new Poke Fest creations, and we put it to an online vote. Who is the new King of Poke Fest?

Local-Style Eats

This Potluck Plate Celebrates AAPI Month, Local Style

Emily Smith, Maria Burke,

Hawai‘i potlucks are already AAPI mashups on a plate. Frolic’s smorgasbord goes a step beyond with palusami, lomi ‘ō‘io, polvoron and more.

Mugen Aohata Gnocchi Credit Melissa Chang

What’s New

Mugen Waikīkī Adds Heart to Luxury with Its New Spring Menu

Maria Burke,

Jason Yamaguchi’s new menu celebrates spring in 11 lively courses fit for a special occasion.

Paradise Poke Hawaiian Alaea Poke 2 Pc Paradise Poke

Food & Drink Events

Parade of Poke: All the Exclusive New Poke Coming to Next Week’s Poke Fest

Frolic Hawai‘i,

Frolic Hawai‘i’s 5th Annual Poke Fest is Saturday, May 28—and a record 17 poke vendors are debuting all-new poke.

Alicias Market Wasabi Scallop Poke Pc Alicias Market

Food & Drink Events

Frolic Hawai‘i’s 5th Annual Poke Fest Is Happening in Kapolei May 28

Frolic Hawai‘i,

New poke shops from Kāne‘ohe and Nu‘uanu join old-time favorites at O‘ahu’s most fish-tastic event of the year.

Pacifico Mahi Mahi Wellington Credit Maria Burke

Chefs

Fine Dining on the Beach: Here’s a Taste of Maui’s Reimagined Pacific’o

Maria Burke,

A new chef, new partners and a new menu usher in a serious glow up for the iconic Lahaina farm-to-table destination.

Breakfast/Brunch

Koko Head Cafe Adds New Dishes in a New Location in Kaimukī

Maria Burke,

With daily baked goods plus new brunch dishes, the neighborhood #brunchallday eatery is settling in nicely across the street.

What’s New

Tableside Temaki and Oshizushi Arrive at Upstairs Waikīkī

Maria Burke,

You have until June 1 to book a 10-course omakase temaki dinner for a discounted $65—if you can snag a seat.

Drinks

Here’s the Scoop on Kaimukī’s New Matcha and Coffee Spot

Brie Thalmann,

Go ahead, sip-back and relax at Daily Whisk Matcha.

Mahi‘ai Table Offers Craveworthy Homegrown Dishes That Celebrate Island Farmers

HONOLULU Advertising Staff,

Foodland Farms’ Kapolei restaurant offers nightly live music, locally sourced ingredients and, coming next month, new items for breakfast, lunch and dinner.