What to Watch at This Year’s Hawai‘i International Film Festival
The 45th annual HIFF runs Oct. 16–26 in Honolulu with a new format.
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Places and activities that have opened recently, featured in HONOLULU Magazine.
This Off-the-Grid Maui Escape Melds Striking Design With Self-Sufficiency
Hawai‘i Off Grid’s recent project in northeast Maui takes climate-forward design to new heights.
2026 Hawai‘i College Guide: Timeline to Success
Here’s how to manage the road to college admission over the four years of high school.
4 Dubai Chocolate Desserts You Can Still Find on O‘ahu
If you love Dubai chocolate treats, you’re still in luck.
Foodflash: Nami Kaze Is Closing Next Month. Jason Peel Tells Us Why
“There’s a lack of passion and loyalty and accountability” in the industry, Peel says. “I need to step back, downsize and rebuild.”
With New Hawaiian Style Seafood Co., Waikīkī Becomes a Lobster Roll Destination
Feast Mānoa’s Jon Matsubara opens a new lobster roll and seafood spot—a block from Waikīkī’s two lobster roll specialists.
Your Insider Guide to the Mid-Autumn Festival
Celebrate the harvest season at this year’s Mid-Autumn Festival in Chinatown on Saturday, Oct. 4.
All Our Favorite Pasta in Honolulu
Finally, all the spaghetti, pappardelle, gnocchi and other pasta dishes our foodie team craves.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: Sept. 25–Oct. 1, 2025
Bike around the island, dance at a Hindu celebration, spend a fun-filled day at camp, watch a floral parade and more.
My Big Time Love for Big Time Bagels
To me, they’re the best bagels and bagel sandwiches on the island.
Frolic’s 7-Course Tofu Day Celebration Feast Coming to Jinya on Oct. 2
Tofu is going luxe in a kaiseki-style feast with lobster, a touch of truffle and more. *Bonus late add: appetizer trio with fall persimmon.
