Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: Sept. 11–17, 2025
See a made-in-Hilo film, take a cocktail masterclass, try out the YMCA, attend a garden party and more.
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Meet the Homeschoolers
An increasing number of Hawaii families are choosing to educate their children at home. We spoke with three of them to learn more about the realities of homeschooling.
The Best Bars in Honolulu 2009: Liquid Assets
When anxiety runs high, we remember that these bars are assets to our community. For our annual Best Bars feature story, we found these places and we lift our glasses high in salute.
Indian Festival of Lights Buffet
Celebrate Deepavali (Festival of Lights) with India Cafe's all-you-can-eat buffet.
The First Plate Lunch? An excerpt from "Kau Kau: Cuisine & Culture in the Hawaiian Islands"
In Kau Kau: Cuisine & Culture in the Hawaiian Islands, Hiura reveals the unexpected birthplace of the plate lunch: Honolulu harbor.
The Funniest People in Hawai‘i
It takes one to know one, so we asked award-winning comedy writer Charles Memminger to choose the most hilarious comedians the Islands have produced.
HRA: Past Inductees
Read about the accomplishments of those previously honored by the Hawaii Restaurant Association.
Hawaii Restaurant Hall of Fame
The Hawaii Restaurant Association hosts its annual Hall of Fame and Chefs of Aloha Dine-Around on Sept. 21.
"Free" Breakfast Fundraiser
Big City Diner is offering a free breakfast for diners on Tuesday, August 18th in exchange for a donation.
Summer Beer Dinner Part 2
12th Ave Grill hosts its second dinner pairing food and beer on July 29th.
July Events at the Kahala
A selection of curries and fresh Island seafood are cooking this month at Plumeria Beach House and Hoku's.
Anniversary Celebration at Sam Choy's
Sam Choy’s Breakfast, Lunch & Crab is marking its 12th anniversary with a special celebration on June 24th.
