Battle of Two Manapua: Sing Cheong Yuan and Royal Kitchen
Can Battle Manapua ever be won? In this classic, Melissa Chang and Frolic reader Chad Yamamoto go head to head with their favorite baked manapua.
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5 New Eateries to Check Out on O‘ahu in November 2023
Bakeries, restaurants and breweries are sprouting up from Kalihi to Kaka‘ako.
Koholā Brewery Burned Down. So Kona Brewing Is Making Beer for Them
The partnership will help the Lahaina brewery survive until it can rebuild.
Aloha Bento Has Us Eating Premium Sushi and Sashimi in a Bank
Find this unexpected gem in Downtown’s Central Pacific Plaza, but don’t go Wednesday through Friday this week—they’ll be closed for Thanksgiving.
Howzit, Honolulu’s Newest Brewery, Opens in Kaka‘ako
Beer styles popular in the Pacific Northwest and California rule at this taproom and brewery across from Fishcake.
Mō‘ili‘ili’s New Ali‘i Fish Market Levels Up the Poke Bowl Game
Robin Abad, a veteran of high-end kitchens, serves up local comfort food with an upscale twist.
Roy Yamaguchi Is Likely the Next Head of KCC’s Culinary Institute of the Pacific
The UH Board of Regents will vote on the culinary legend’s appointment on Thursday.
You Voted: Your Top 5 Places to Buy a Holiday Pie on O‘ahu
The results span the island from town to the North Shore, including a truck and an iconic stop in ‘Aiea.
Miro Kaimukī Just Brought Back a Luxe Sunday Brunch
The $45 prix fixe of three courses is a rare upscale brunch in Honolulu.
Reader Poll: Who Makes the Best Holiday Pies on O‘ahu?
If Lee’s Bakery isn't selling pies this Thanksgiving, where are we left to go? Vote for your favorite!
At Hawai‘i Banchan Co., It’s All About Premium Side Dishes
The new shop’s hand-picked banchan, kim chee, frozen seafood, pantry staples, snacks and delicacies are flown in twice a week from South Korea.
O‘ahu Restaurants’ Dine-In and Takeout Menus for Thanksgiving 2023
Not planning to cook? See what 80 restaurants and bakeries around the island are offering for Nov. 23.
Taste of Korea Is a Fundraiser for a New Korean Cultural Center
Not to be confused with this weekend’s Kimchi Day Festival, this indoor event features dishes from 10 restaurants, a slew of Korean drinks and a very good cause.
The Pig & The Lady’s Staff Petitioned to Keep This Dish on the Menu
Two standouts from the past summer menu have become permanent lunchtime dishes.
October 2023: Our Top 3 Most Popular Posts About the Local Food Scene
Proof that few things are as certain in this world as comfort food and roast meats.
Next Stop: Flavortown
Where to stop and eat within walking distance of four Skyline rail stations.
Good-Time Dim Sum at Kapi‘olani Seafood Restaurant 醉開心海鲜餐廳
A Hong Kong-born dad gives a thumbs up to a restaurant with a stylish take on dim sum.
August’s specials include a cold chicken noodle soup, corn ribs and a luxe crab donburi.