2024 Sour Poi Awards
A look back at the mind-boggling, maddening and mystifying news of a tumultuous year.
From the Magazine
Meet Moke Gabs, the Hawai‘i-Designed Cards Making a Game of Local Phrases
Designed by the team behind Hawaiiverse, this game has you decode gibberish into Hawai‘i-inspired phrases.
Travel-Inspired, Swoon-Worthy Tapestries From Vidaloha Studio
Valentina Autran’s loomed creations pay homage to her Chilean roots.
Ease Into Small-Batch Fashions at Kepola Design House
Designer Autmn Tyler hand-sews slow-fashion womenswear with sustainable materials in Kailua-Kona.
World’s Greatest Dog
Saying goodbye last fall to our beloved family pup, Ikaika, was crushing. But I’m grateful for all that he gave.
Aloha Got Soul Cooks Up Delicious New Compilation Mix Plate
The compilation album features 12 tracks from emerging Hawai‘i artists.
Dive Into Artist Mark Cunningham’s Cache of Found Ocean Objects
The champion bodysurfer and career lifeguard has been diving for decades on the North Shore and now turns his ocean finds into art.
Harbors Vintage Community Grows With Small Space Studios and Creative Cubes
Harbors Vintage is much more than a streetwear shop, now hosting other vintage retailers alongside local makers.
Learn to Love Yourself in Artist Kris Goto’s Book Beeeeeee Yourself
The alphabet book for adults features 26 whimsical illustrations.
Things to Do on O‘ahu in February 2025
Catch a romantic Josh Tatofi concert, explore the Hawai‘i Triennial art exhibitions across the island, join the Great Aloha Run and more.
The Art of Dying: Jonathan Pascual Defies Terminal Cancer as a Triathlete
Jonathan Pascual finished the Ironman while battling terminal cancer, an act that resonated around the globe.
Tune In: Our Favorite Local Songs to Listen to Now
Tracks from artists with Hawai‘i ties that we have on repeat.
Best Restaurants in Honolulu
HONOLULU Magazine’s picks for the top eateries on O‘ahu by Mari Taketa, Thomas Obungen and Melissa Chang.
“You’re Going to See Me Everywhere,” Says University of Hawai‘i’s New President
Wendy Hensel plans to travel to all UH campuses to learn how to better serve the college community and elevate the university’s reputation.
