Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: Nov. 27–Dec. 3, 2025
Attend a jazzy musical, shop Black Friday deals, see a festive parade, snap a pic with Scuba Santa and more.
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Mahina Made–A Local Lifestyle Brand Rooted in Hawaiian Culture
Taking inspiration from her family’s puakenikeni tree, Kailee Freitas turned the fragrant lei flower into a breakout fashion trend.
Mānoa Meadery Offers Hive-to-Mead Tours and Now, Durian Mead
Mānoa Honey & Mead launches new guided tours and a line of traditional-style meads that defy tradition.
Why We Eat Mochi and Display Dolls on Girls’ Day in Hawai‘i
The story behind this ancient Japanese custom—and a mochi recipe, too.
Hello Dolly! Celebrating Japanese Girls’ Day Traditions
HONOLULU Team
Girls’ Day is a traditional festival that celebrates women and girls throughout Japan each year with the gifting of dolls.
Why I Love the New Hapa Kaua‘i’s Tonkotsu Ramen
At $29, it’s a heartier-than-usual bowl with roasted pork belly and a perfect egg.
Flashback ’90s Faves–What Honolulu Was Buzzing About in March 1993
Each month, we take a nostalgic dive into our archive. As the oldest continuously published magazine west of the Mississippi, there's a lot of good stuff in there.
Roll With It: Asato Family Sherbet Truck Hits the Road
O’ahu’s only sherbet truck parks in Waikīkī during the week and roams the island on weekends.
Foodflash: Manago Hotel Wins James Beard America’s Classics Award
Hawai‘i’s oldest restaurant joins the ranks of Helena’s Hawaiian Food, Sam Choy’s Kaloko and Hamura Saimin.
Meet Skull-Face, Honolulu’s Newest Indie Bookstore
We explored the shop’s deep, dark, nerdy and weird books and music. And now, we’re obsessed.
Photos: 2023 Best Dentists in Hawai‘i Reception
On March 15, we recognized Hawai‘i’s Best Dentists of 2023 with a celebration at Kapa Hale.
Everything You Need to Know About the "Aloha to Aloha Stadium" Event
Play field games, take a stroll through the Hawai‘i Sports Hall of Fame and relive decades of good times in Hālawa on Saturday, February 25.
