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Food

Best Local Hot Cocoa to Keep Keiki Cozy

Laura Dornbush,

A holiday must-have, hot chocolate takes on many fun forms at these spots across O‘ahu.

Nijiya Japanese Supermarket Credit Thomas Obungen

What’s New

What You’ll See at the New Nijiya Japanese Market at Ala Moana Center

Thomas Obungen,

The market moved from Pi‘ikoi Street to a bigger, shinier space between Famous Footwear and Bloomingdale’s.

Roundups

November 2022: Our Top 3 Most Viewed Posts About O‘ahu’s Food Scene

Mari Taketa,

Wow, Honolulu REALLY loves manapua!

Cheap Eats

Where Get Alan Wong's Favorite Chili?

Lee A. Tonouchi,

Hint: it's not Zippy's.

Dining

Sodas, Ginger Beers and Other Non-Beer Beverages from Honolulu Breweries

Alexander B. Gates,

Beer Lab Hawai‘i, Bitter Root Brewery, Maui Brewing and Ola Brew have a variety of tasty brews that will keep you sober.

Kailua

Kailua Town’s Holiday Happenings

HONOLULU Branded Content Team,

Support local and shop small at Kailua Town.

Experience

Vikram Garg’s TBD Is a Satisfying Tribute to Flavor

Maria Burke,

The former Halekulani chef’s flexible prix fixe format boasts shareable portions and fun textures in a comfy, chic setting that offers a perfect date night.

Drinks

Visit These Christmas Bar Pop-Ups in Honolulu for Holiday Cheer

Tracy Chan,

Check out The Christmas Bar Hawai‘i at Tiki’s, Winter Wonderland at Ala Moana Center, Sippin’ Santa at Prince Waikīkī, Secret Santa at The Other Side Lounge, Candy Cane Lane Speakeasy at ‘Alohilani Resort and the Infinity Bar at Show Aloha Land.

Steves Chicks Dish Credit Thomas Obungen 5

What’s New

Ke‘eaumoku’s Chicken Factory Finds New Life as Steve’s Chicks in Kunia

Eric Baranda,

Come for the fried chicken and stay for the beefy kalbi soup.

Food

Here’s Where They May Still Have Pies for Thanksgiving

Robbie Dingeman,

We searched bakeries across the Island to find out who is accepting last-minute walk-ins and late orders.

Classes and Recipes

5 Tasty ‘Ulu Recipes for Your Hawai‘i Thanksgiving

Maria Burke, Robbie Dingeman,

From a creamy starter to a sweet dessert, here are five recipes that give breadfruit the starring role.

What’s New

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.