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Sneak Peek: The Lei Stand Cocktail Lounge in Chinatown

Maria Burke,

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.

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3 Essential Summertime Experiences Found Only at ‘Alohilani Resort

Maria Burke,

Enjoy a picturesque breakfast at Queen’s Arbor, pau hana at O Bar’s new oyster hour, al fresco dining at Swell and more.

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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.

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Frolic on the Rocks: Taking Back Sunday Is a New Highball Cocktail at Chinatown’s EP Bar

Maria Burke,

Bartender Sam Trusty serves up her latest spin on the tall bevy with a classic flavor romance.

Best Of Honolulu Pint And Jigger Cocktail

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Pint + Jigger Is Reopening Next Spring

Mari Taketa,

Version 2.0 of the OG Honolulu gastropub is taking shape in the Ala Moana Hotel.

The Ultimate Guide to Two Hawai‘i Alcohol Producers: Kō Hana Distillers and Hana Koa Brewing Co.

Katrina Valcourt,

The two local alcohol producers walked into a bar, and we haven’t been able to keep them straight since.

Drinking Local National Rum Day On August 16 Doesnt Have To Be Dark And Stormy Mini Bottles

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Drink Local: National Rum Day August 16 Doesn’t Have to Be Dark and Stormy

Robbie Dingeman,

Kaua‘i’s Kōloa Rum celebrates a decade of distilling with plans for a new distillery, café and more.

Quote Unquote: This Annual St. Patrick’s Day Block Party Raises Thousands For Charities in Hawai‘i

Katrina Valcourt,

Murphy’s Bar and Grill is known as much for its St. Patrick’s Day block party and giving back to the community as it is for the stellar homemade pies made by Murphy’s wife.

35th Hale ‘Aina Awards: Raise a Glass to SKY Waikīkī’s Colorful Cocktails and Secret Bar

Katrina Valcourt,

There are two sides of SKY Waikīkī. You may be familiar with the restaurant/nightclub side known for its view of Waikīkī, but the venue also hides a secret bar behind a discreet panel in the wall.

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MY HONOLULU: Before Tinder There Were Bars and Clubs to Meet Up, Drink Up and Hook Up

Stacey Makiya,

Ocean’s. Liquid’s. Shipley’s. If you know, you know. If you don’t, you probably weren’t gettin’ jiggy with it.

Your Ultimate Guide to Pow! Wow! Hawaiʻi 2019

Marisa Hartzell,

With block parties, art exhibitions and a big finale bash at the ʻAlohilani Resort, it’s Kakaʻako’s most eventful annual makeover.

7 Can’t-Miss Concerts in February 2019

Marisa Hartzell,

From timeless reggae classics from UB40 to instrumental jazz-fusion from Yellowjackets, catch the best in every genre in Honolulu this month.

Remembering the Energetic, Inspiring and Always Super Christa Wittmier

Christi Young,

Many knew her simply as CW. Everyone who knew Christa Wittmier called her a friend.

Get Your (Spiked) Spook On at the Ghost Bar

Catherine Toth Fox,

This seasonal horror-themed pop-up bar at Ala Moana Center is only open through Oct. 31.

10 New Pau Hana Bites to Share at SKY Waikīkī

Katrina Valcourt,

From lobster roll sliders to a bar salad that’s actually worth getting before the storm hits.

11 Honolulu Happy Hours for Every Occasion

Catherine Toth Fox,

These pau hana spots take happy hours to the next level.

Food & Dining

2016 Hale ‘Aina Awards: Champions of Chinatown

Don Wallace,

Here’s how two of downtown’s hottest new restaurants sprang from the partnership of Jesse Cruz and Dusty Grable.

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Singles Dating in Honolulu

Tiffany Hill, Christine Hitt, Illustrations by Erik Ries,

Here are tales from the frontlines of the singles world—whether you’re 26 or 88, straight or gay, looking for love, or just looking—in Honolulu now.

Liquor Licenses in Honolulu

Tiffany Hill, Illustration by Vidhya Nagarajan,

License to Pour: A lot of time and effort went into the wine you drink with dinner. Welcome to the ins and outs of getting a liquor license in Honolulu.