This Holiday Season, Give the Gift of Experience
In lieu of ordinary holiday presents, send family and friends to workshops, tours and events.
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In a Battle of Gingerbread Houses, Who Will Reign Supreme?
When HONOLULU and Frolic Hawai‘i go head-to-head in Foodland’s gingerbread house competition, all bets are off. Plus, some tips to help you build your own sweet, cinnamon-y, super fabulous piece of edible real estate.
Last Chance in Kalihi for This Beef Stew, Fresh Fish and Hotcakes
After 55 years, Megs Drive-In will serve its last comforting plates on December 17.
Your Weekend: The Best Family Fun in Hawai‘i for December 2–8, 2021
Celebrate Christmas in the country, create art after-hours, watch a royal tale, say ‘aloha’ to Shaka Santa, and register for a marine-themed camp.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: The Man Behind The Honolulu Marathon
In 1973, Dr. Jack Scaff transformed the Mid-Pacific Road Runners 30K into a marathon, mapping out a route from the south to the east side of the island.
We Checked Out the New Sushi King in Kaka‘ako
The longtime favorite Japanese spot looks totally different in its new home, but the old flavors are back (here’s looking at you, miso soup!).
28 Fun Elf on the Shelf Ideas
Need more ideas for your mischievous elf? From disco parties and “elfies” to zip lining, we round up more than 20 of our favorite elf scenes.
The 2021 Frolic Foodie Gift Guide to ‘Onolicious Hawai‘i Treats
The Frolic team’s 12 most onolicious picks from local makers and purveyors for any foodie on your gift list.
For the Fortunate Foodie: 4 Ways to Give Back on O‘ahu This Holiday Season
These local nonprofits offer multiple ways you can volunteer to help those whose tables aren’t overflowing.
Support Hawai‘i Brands and Shop for Great Deals on HONOLULU Magazine’s 2021 Holiday Marketplace
Shop local offers on everything from handbags to home goods, island-inspired jewelry to island-inspired stationary and more—all from your living room.
Best Bites: La Tour Café’s Pastries and Light Bites Prove You Can Be Bougie on a Budget
Butter mochi kouign amanns, mouth-numbing spicy chicken sandwiches and pizzas loaded with garlic confit are just a few of the gourmet cheap eats available for takeout.
Mānoa Monthly’s Chocolate Subscription Has Us Drooling Over Exclusive Seasonal Flavors
Send Hawai‘i-grown chocolate to your loved ones—or yourself—so they’re never without a bar.
