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Sneak Peek at Foodland’s First In-Store Restaurant

Kelli Shiroma Braiotta,

Mahi‘ai Table opens July 15 along with Foodland Farms in Kapolei.

Maui Ku‘ia Estate: a Lahaina Cacao Farm and Hawai‘i’s Largest Chocolate Factory

Martha Cheng,

Buy Maui grown and made chocolate online, and sign up for chocolate tastings, virtual and at the Lahaina tasting room.

The Honolulu Family Behind Fukuda Seed Store First Sold Seeds to O‘ahu Gardeners 100 Years Ago

Robbie Dingeman, Photos by Aaron K. Yoshino,

When the pandemic prompted people to create or revive home gardens, this mom and pop business found ways to keep up with the growing demand for DIY food.

Neighbor Islands

A perspective on being a Black female business owner in Hawaii

Martha Cheng, HONOLULU Magazine Team,

Get Shave Ice for Only One Dollar This Month at Waiola on O‘ahu

Amanda Valiente,

Waiola Shave Ice is saying mahalo to customers with a special deal on weekdays through July.

Health Department Warns Restaurants and Bars: Take Precautions or Risk Shutdown

Robbie Dingeman,

The Hawai‘i Health Department announced it will inspect and close restaurants that aren’t maintaining physical distancing, mask-wearing and other COVID-19 precautions.

Food & Dining

Ready or Natto: Enjoy Dishes Starring Japan’s Fermented Soybeans on July 10

Marisa Heung,

(Sponsored) Celebrate Natto Day, July 10, with special natto-themed takeout dishes from six local restaurants.

Gida Snyder of Slow Island Co. on Being Black in the Food Industry

Martha Cheng,

The caterer and maker of syrups using Hawai‘i-grown ingredients on why she’s talking race and politics in her business.

Go From 0 to Dinner in Just 30 Minutes with Calabash Kits

Site Staff,

(Sponsored) For our final Foodland Friday on July 10, join corporate chef Keoni Chang for a live cooking demo starring Foodland’s ready-to-make meals designed for busy locals.