My 3 Favorite Dishes on Arancino Kāhala’s New Menu
Seafood appetizers plus a classic tableside pasta preparation highlight new adds at the upscale Italian eatery.
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10 of Our Favorite Hot Drinks to Warm Your Spirits
There’s something for everyone on this steamy and cozy drink (and broth) list.
First Look: Pop-Up Mākeke’s New In-Person Holiday Store
Shop food, fashion, home décor, books, keiki finds and more from 150-plus Hawai‘i brands.
Make Gorgeous Holiday Gifts at These Local Classes and Workshops
Create custom plant pots, block print your own tea towels, whip up wonderful wreaths (both botanical and charcuterie) and more.
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.
November 2022: Our Top 3 Most Viewed Posts About O‘ahu’s Food Scene
Wow, Honolulu REALLY loves manapua!
Sodas, Ginger Beers and Other Non-Beer Beverages from Honolulu Breweries
Beer Lab Hawai‘i, Bitter Root Brewery, Maui Brewing and Ola Brew have a variety of tasty brews that will keep you sober.
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.
Find Umami-Packed Aguachile and Tostadas at Da Seafood Cartel’s New ‘Aiea Restaurant
The farmers market stall graduates to a bigger menu packed with seafood served Sonora-style.
These Choco Le‘a Truffles Are Inspired by Favorite Candies
Ready for a sugar rush? You’ve never had Jolly Ranchers and Starbursts like this—but they’ll disappear after Nov. 23.
5 Ways Foodland is Making the Holidays More Mele
Read on for Maika‘i rewards (free turkey, anyone?), gift boxes, local recipes and a charitable way to spread the festive spirit.
Nami Kaze’s New Izakaya Style Dinner Is One of Honolulu’s Best
Pier 38’s seafood and vegetable focused restaurant, previously only open for brunch, debuts an equally playful, creative dinner.
What’s Hopping on Kaua‘i’s Growing Beer Scene
Garden Isle breweries are expanding, and two more will open in coming months.
Old-School Diners We Love: Jane’s Fountain in Liliha
Chop steak, old-fashioned cheeseburgers and an old jukebox that still plays old tunes.
Donato’s Fresh Cheese-Centric Bocconcino Café Opens in Kaka‘ako
Think espresso drinks, imported delicacies and pizzas and sandwiches featuring fresh, house-made mozzarellas.
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.
Ke‘eaumoku’s 88 Mart Is Opening a Supermarket and Restaurant Downtown
A brunch buffet, Korean-Italian fusion and groceries are coming to the heart of Downtown Honolulu.
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.
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.
