Why These Stories?
In this issue, we celebrate historic homes, mu‘umu‘u, lei and Hawai‘i books, all reflections of our unique history and culture.
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Niu Soft Serve’s Hot Kūlolo Sundae Is Its Top Seller (and It’s Vegan)
‘Aiku‘e and Kekahu Napoleon-Ahn opened a coconut-based ice cream shop. They didn’t expect to spend more of their time making kūlolo.
Potluck Go-Tos: Delicious Last-Minute Takeout Dishes for Parties on O‘ahu
May is a good time to revisit this tried-and-true roundup of favorite potluck dishes that can be picked up in a pinch.
4 New Korean Restaurants Opened in Honolulu in 12 Days
Lani Sot, MooBongRi, Hangang Hawai‘i Kai and Yakiniku Like, a Japanese take on KBBQ, opened between March 20 and April 1.
When Rice = Comfort Food: 6 Steaming Bowls from Around the World
Reprising a classic for this cloudy, breezy cool spell: Where to find comforting rice porridge from China, Japan, the Philippines, Spain and more.
Sweet Treats: Cookies Infused with Love, Joy and Asian Flavors
Baker Jonny Kimbro is back with Lovejoy Confections, a weekly pop-up with miso soba cookies, chai sugar cookie sandwiches and Stroopwafels with shoyu caramel.
A Taste of Mille Fête: What We Tried at the City’s Hottest New Bakery
A modern American bakery with local roots and New York flair: Here’s our take on hits and misses.
Restaurants We Love: Resonant Stories From the Best Restaurants in Honolulu
Restaurants with superlative food are one thing. Those with a place in our hearts are another. Our writers explore the restaurants they love.
Chinatown’s New SingSing Thai Street Food Is a Jangly, Delicious Vibe
Leave your expectations of pad thai and evil jungle prince at the door and get in line.
Best Restaurants in Honolulu
Here are HONOLULU Dining Editor Martha Cheng’s picks for the top eateries on O‘ahu.
‘Ai Love Nalo Is Back With Vegan Hawaiian Plates and Other Meatless Comfort Food
Oh Wow Laulau and the poi-fect parfait are back at the roadside stand in Waimānalo.
Ethel’s Grill: Why It Closed and What Lies Ahead for the Longtime Kalihi Hole-in-the-Wall
It wasn’t just one thing, but the story from co-owner Minaka Urquidi mirrors similar issues at many local eateries.
Frolic’s Top 10 Most Popular Stories of 2024
Page views don’t lie: From farmers markets to dim sum, these were our most-read food stories of 2024.
The Best Things We Ate in Hawai‘i in 2024
From a standout banh mi to a dry-aged pork chop and a beef noodle soup that transports us to Taiwan, here’s what made 2024 memorably delicious.
HONOLULU Magazine’s Top 10 Stories of 2024
The stories that drew the most readers this year covered everything from events and holiday celebrations to brunch and Best of HONOLULU.
Dusty Grable’s Lady Elaine Just Opened at Mānoa Marketplace. Here’s What That Means
The second Mānoa eatery from Grable’s restaurant group brings lamb, spiced carrots and other Mediterranean-inspired food.
Frolic Foodie Advent Calendar: Local Kine Gifts for 25 Days of Giving
We wrap up our list of 25 ‘ono gifts with Kona coffee sake, a drool-inducing ornament and finally, chantilly in a jar.
HONOLULU Magazine Team’s 2024 Holiday Gift Guide
Crowd-pleasers under $100 from some of our favorite local businesses.
Family Dynamics
Caring for elderly parents is the norm here in Hawai‘i, with complicated family dynamics adding to our struggles.
In Case You Need Some Comfort: Your Top 5 Oxtail Soup on O‘ahu
Thunderous downpours and a bitter election are finally over—here's a classic to help reset your soul.
Here’s Why Saimin Is So Good
This heartfelt post from 2020 was written by a saimin fan responding to an earlier question: “What is it about saimin?”
5 New Indian Restaurants Have Opened in Honolulu This Year
So much more butter chicken curry, vindaloos, dosas and pani puri.
Secret Sushi Bar Fukurou Is a Secret Deal
In the age of trendy, $100-plus sushi omakase, an impressive $90 menu is hidden in Buho Cocina y Cantina.
You Voted: Here’s Your Top 5 Saimin Spots on O‘ahu
Revisiting a classic reader poll in which only 5 votes separated your two favorite shops (you know who they are).
