Who Makes the Best Roast Duck? Most Say Roast Duck Kitchen
In a quick and passionate survey, 56% went for the ‘Aiea takeout spot.
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16 Local Gifts the Frolic Team Is Giving Foodie Friends for Christmas
Crispy beef jerky? Musubi giclee prints? Local Crocs charms? Furikake cookies? Read on for the tastiest presents we're giving this year.
Old-School Diners We Love: Jack’s Restaurant in ‘Āina Haina
Timeless comfort foods like hot griddled biscuits, Grandma’s meatloaf and lunch specials at an East O‘ahu strip mall.
Alicia’s Market Just Moved Back Into Its Original Kalihi Location
Four years after a devastating fire, a smaller Alicia’s is back in its old spot with a growing list of roast meats, poke and local-style snacks.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: Dec. 1–7
Take in the Honolulu City Lights, shop an eco-friendly holiday market and listen to Yo-Yo Ma under the stars.
Here’s Where They May Still Have Pies for Thanksgiving
We searched bakeries across the Island to find out who is accepting last-minute walk-ins and late orders.
Sneak Peek: The Lei Stand Cocktail Lounge in Chinatown
A cheeky tribute to Chinatown's iconic flower shops mixes fresh lei with craft cocktails and bites by a James Beard Award nominee in a familiar space.
Your Ultimate Guide to the Made in Hawai‘i Festival with 400 Local Vendors
Get a jump-start on your holiday shopping at the annual Honolulu event, now at Ala Moana Center, featuring a wonderland of clothes, jewelry, accessories and food.
Old-School Diners We Love: Jane’s Fountain in Liliha
Chop steak, old-fashioned cheeseburgers and an old jukebox that still plays old tunes.
Kaimukī’s Nana Ai Katsu Finally Opens for Dine-In
Transformation from a takeout counter to Honolulu’s newest tonkatsu restaurant means maximum hot crispiness.
October 2022: Our Top 3 Most Viewed Posts About O‘ahu’s Food Scene
How a musubi roundup, a humble diner and an unlikely date-night destination ended up on our homepage.
Ultimate Guide to O‘ahu’s 11 Best Musubi Shops
Whether it’s Spam with ume and shiso, mentaiko mayo or even cheeseburger, these are the shops we go to when we’re craving a musubi.
Food Truck and Snack Booth Finds on a Chill Sunday in Waimānalo
Smash burgers, tacos, beef jerky and vaifala make for a tasty Sunday worth a drive to the Windward side.
Old-School Diners We Love: Shiro’s Saimin Haven
Not only ukuplanny saimins, brah. Get da Deka Boko Loko Moko, crispy pork belly and da bestest potato-mac salad too.
Old-School Diners We Love: Kapi‘olani Coffee Shop in Waimalu
The best old-school spots come with comfort food and a good history.
Pomai Kulolo’s ‘Uala Sweet Potato Poi Is One Brilliant Idea
Plus we got da origin story of how dis Okinawan sweet potato poi came to be from da creator himself.
5 Frightfully Festive Local Beers to Try This Halloween
Trick-or-treat these limited pumpkin ales and pastry stouts from our local craft brewers.
Sheldon Simeon’s Tiffany’s Maui Is a Homecoming for Palate and Soul
The Top Chef alum and James Beard Award nominee turns a local sports bar into his family restaurant.
Old-School Diners We Love: Harry’s Café in Kaka‘ako
Frolic’s new series revisits old-time places where you can still get a short stack with your favorite local comfort dish.
September 2022: Our Top 3 Most Viewed Posts About O‘ahu’s Food Scene
A new hidden spot, a PSA update on favorite small eateries, and a bun-to-bun showdown.
Must-Try Fall-Themed Treats and Desserts
Spice things up this season with drinks and treats available around O‘ahu that scream sweater weather vibes.
Best Shave Ice on O‘ahu
Yes, it’s fall. Yes, it’s sweltering. Here are our best picks for shave ice across the island.
Foodie Field Trip: Everything I Ate (and Drank) in One Day on Kaua‘i
A day trip reassures that the Garden Isle’s evolving dining scene still has room for the classics.
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