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Roy Yamaguchi is Throwing a 30th Anniversary Bash—And You’re Invited

Site Staff,

(Sponsored) The father of Hawaiian-fusion will celebrate 30 years of success with an Islandwide food tour, kicking off on Thursday, Feb. 8, at the original Roy’s in Hawai‘i Kai.

Square Barrels Now Serves Wagyu Burgers and Lamb Chops

Catherine Toth Fox,

The Downtown burger joint added new dishes this month to its lunch and dinner menu.

Calgary hotspots off the beaten path

Melissa Chang,

Meet the Family Behind Hale ‘Aina Award-Winning Arancino at The Kāhala

Don Wallace,

Ichiro Inamura’s Hale ‘Aina Gold for Arancino at The Kāhala reflects a family commitment.

The Secret Japanese Restaurant You Can’t Go To

Catherine Toth Fox,

You need to be invited to dine at Toridokoro Matsumoto, a hidden restaurant that specializes in yakitori.

Fire Up Your Tastebuds with These Spicy Food Finds in Honolulu

Kawehi Haug,

There’s no better way to celebrate International Hot and Spicy Foods Day on Jan. 16, 2018 with a dish or drink from this list.

Hale ‘Aina Awards

Here’s the Story Behind 2018 Hale ‘Aina Award-Winner Agu Ramen’s Hot Mess

Maria Kanai,

How Parmesan and ramen got together.

9 Reasons To Go Gluten-Free in Honolulu

Catherine Toth Fox,

These dishes are perfect for celebrating National Gluten-Free Day on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018.

Brainfood: A reading list for curious foodies

Ed Morita,

Bidding Goodbye to Some of Our Favorite Restaurants in 2017

Catherine Toth Fox,

Ryan’s Grill, ‘Ono Hawaiian Foods, The Pineapple Room—how our hearts and stomachs ache.

How Side Street Inn’s Colin Nishida Went From Bar Owner to Restaurateur of the Year

Catherine Toth Fox,

All Colin Nishida wanted to do was run a bar—and now he’s 2018 Restaurateur of the Year, with Hale ‘Aina Gold awards for Best Bar Food and Best Gourmet Comfort Food.