Frolic’s Top 10 Most Popular Stories of 2024
Page views don’t lie: From farmers markets to dim sum, these were our most-read food stories of 2024.
Roundups
Frolic Foodie Advent Calendar: Local Kine Gifts for 25 Days of Giving
We wrap up our list of 25 ‘ono gifts with Kona coffee sake, a drool-inducing ornament and finally, chantilly in a jar.
Where to Drink Kava, or ‘Awa, on O‘ahu
As the drink trends nationally, a new kava bar just opened in Waialua.
Special New Year’s Menus at O‘ahu Restaurants
Newly updated with 75 choices for scrumptious meals and treats New Year’s.
Christmas Pop-Up Bars to Get You in the Holiday Spirit
Six places around town to get your holiday cheer on.
Date Night Market: $60 Feast for Two at Pearlridge’s Village Night Market
Pierogies, corn ramen and a chowder bread bowl highlight this third installment of our night market series.
Thanksgiving 2024 Part 2: More Menus From Restaurants All Over O‘ahu
Newly updated with 60 more dine-in and takeout menus from across the island.
O‘ahu Restaurants’ Dine-In and Takeout Menus for Thanksgiving 2024
Updated! We’re up to 60-plus menu options for your big feast on Nov. 28.
Top 13 Las Vegas Dishes of the Las Vegas Man Who Eats Out in Honolulu 180 Times a Year
In case you’re wondering, Young Park eats out in his home city 11 times a week.
In Case You Need Some Comfort: Your Top 5 Oxtail Soup on O‘ahu
Thunderous downpours and a bitter election are finally over—here's a classic to help reset your soul.
63 Restaurants Are Showcasing Their Menus With Deals During Honolulu Restaurant Week
The Nov. 9 to 17 showcase is a win-win for restaurants and diners in a historically slow season.
Aloha Beer and Waikīkī Brewing Trade Places, Honolulu Beerworks Is Moving and More Local Beer News
Big changes on Honolulu’s beer scene, plus who’s slated to open in coming months.
Date Night Market: A $60 Sunset Date at ‘Ono Grindz & Mākeke
Our night market series continues with global dishes at ‘Ono Grindz & Mākeke in ‘Ewa Beach. The challenge: $60 for two!
Feast of Dishes Coming to Filipino Food Week Starting Oct. 15
Chicken inasal, short rib cansi, pancit molo and plenty of ube: 18 restaurants are creating Ilonggo specials Oct. 15 to 21.
8 Places to Celebrate Oktoberfest 2024 on O‘ahu
Grab a stein, bring an empty belly and enjoy these beer fests around the Island.
You Voted: Here’s Your Top 5 Saimin Spots on O‘ahu
Revisiting a classic reader poll in which only 5 votes separated your two favorite shops (you know who they are).
All the Special Dishes at 25 O‘ahu Restaurants During Okinawan Feastival Sept. 2–16
Okinawan FESTival is this weekend. Okinawan FEASTival continues the celebration with special dishes at 25 eateries across O‘ahu.
Insider’s Guide to Eating Local on Maui
Reposting Maui chef Kyle Kawakami’s list of 16 small local food businesses worth visiting across the Valley Isle.
Where They Are Now: Lahaina Restaurants, Bars, Snack Shops and Food Trucks
We reached out to nearly 80 places for updates a year after the Maui fires.
Guide to O‘ahu Bon Dance Food: August 2024
The latest temple-by-temple guide to hamburger curry, fried noodles, KC Waffle Dogs and more from Makiki to Waipahu to Mililani.
My 7 Favorite Fried Chicken Wings on O‘ahu That Aren’t KFC
Put aside the Korean fried chicken: Here’s our classic roundup of other wings to celebrate National Chicken Wing Day on July 29.
Where Are They Now? Restaurants from Ke‘eaumoku Street
Newly updated: Chogajip and En Hakkore are the latest eateries to resurface after the January 2021 closure of the Ke‘eaumoku super block.
6 Favorite Places to Try Vietnamese Iced Coffee on O‘ahu
Where to find authentic or nontraditional cà phê sữa đá to switch up your coffee routine.
Celebrate Slimy Beans During O‘ahu’s July 12–14 Natto Takeout Dine-Around
Natto lovers can-natto resist: 12 eateries are featuring 28 new natto creations this weekend.
