Where to Take Fun Classes on O‘ahu
New year, new hobbies, crafts and skills for you to acquire at studios and community centers around town.
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What’s Open or Closed in Honolulu for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Your guide to which city services will be available or suspended in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026.
Where to See Cherry Blossoms on O‘ahu
Hawai‘i’s cherry blossom season has arrived! Here’s where you can view the lovely flowers in bloom.
Pioneering Hawai‘i Bartender Dave Newman Has Left Pint + Jigger After 13 Years. Here’s What He Has to Say
The industry leader talks about how far cocktails have come, his greatest lesson at Pint and what’s next.
Asatos Waikīkī Debuts a Whimsical Three-Course Dessert Omakase Starting Today
The $58 menu is a Willy Wonka-esque journey that’s wacky, geeky and over the top.
Finding Community and Kava at ‘Awa Hou Kava Lounge
The kava bar in the old Glazer’s Coffee spot is an ideal space for socializing, relaxing and exploring kava from around the Pacific.
How’s the Frozen Dim Sum at Home from Yung Yee Kee’s New Shop?
We checked out the new Go Go Mix frozen dim sum shop in ‘Aiea.
New & Coming Restaurants on O‘ahu
Notable openings include a new steakhouse, tempura bowls and matcha; plus the latest on Alan Wong’s and a coming beer bar.
A Conversation with Lauren Trangmar, Author of An Illustrated Map Book of Hawai‘i
We spoke to the artist about the process of illustrating this compendium of Hawai‘i maps, flora and fauna.
Frolic’s Top 10 Most Popular Posts of 2025
Readers loved new grocery stores, foodie news and a good burger—and came out with a surprise No. 1.
What’s Open and Closed in Honolulu for New Year’s Day
Your guide to which city services will be available or suspended on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026.
Who Has the Best Cake Noodles? 200 People Weighed in, So We Tried Their Top Picks
It’s a question for the ages—and for Melissa Chang and Gregg Hoshida, reason enough to taste-test. Here are their findings.
Your Insider Guide to Honolulu City Lights
Free, festive fun pops up in two locations this holiday season starting on Saturday, Nov. 29.
HONOLULU Magazine’s Top 10 Stories of 2025
It was a full year of events, holiday celebrations and lots of love for our local restaurants.
