Empty Cooler and Water Shoes: North Shore Pūpūkea to Kahuku Road Trip
We venture beyond Hale‘iwa to find farm-fresh eats, tide pools, food trucks and more on the North Shore’s less-traveled side.
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Christmas and New Year’s Special Menus at O‘ahu Restaurants
Nearly 100 festive dine-in and takeout choices for your New Year’s feasting. Keep checking back as we add more!
Your Insider Guide to ’Twas the Light Before Christmas on Ice
Skate on an 8,000-square-foot ice rink and explore an immersive winter wonderland at the Hawai‘i Convention Center.
2025 Holiday Gift Guide: HONOLULU Magazine Staff Picks
What’s on our gift list this year? Local-kine stationery, lei ornaments, a furrific fundraiser calendar and more from Hawai‘i businesses.
Merry & Maika‘i! We're Loving Foodland's New Holiday Gifts Collection
From Hawai‘i-style ornaments and kitchenware to home accessories and hostess presents, here’s what’s topping our must-give list.
Duk Kee’s Got a Deal—A Full Family Meal for $88
The beloved Kaimukī restaurant offers a family-sized prix fixe menu that changes every month.
Honolulu Pride: LGBTQIA+ Events in December 2025
Catch Kalani Pe‘a’s Hawaiian Christmas Show, enjoy a screening of Miracle on 34th Street and slay (or sleigh) at a holiday-themed drag show.
20 Fun, Stylish, Handy Gifts That Foodies Can Use
Part 1 of our holiday gift guide rounds up awesome (non-edible) finds from local boutiques, artists and makers.
Da Shop’s Ultimate Bookish Gift List
Check out the nine titles Da Shop booksellers are gifting this holiday season.
