Where to Find Forever Lei for Your Home
It’s easily one of our favorite home décor trends of late—creative takes on forever lei, crafted with pua and leaves made of glass, leather and stone.
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Chinatown’s Popular Lei Stand Bar Reopens in Waikīkī
Ryan Kalei Tsuji and Tara Kanani Shimooka’s speakeasy-style bar closed last year but found a new permanent home (with valet parking).
What to Read (and Write) This Mental Health Awareness Month
There is no perfect way to practice and prioritize mental health, so we offer these books as resources in your journey.
Yohei Sushi Kāhala Celebrates One Year
The restaurant’s jubilee, “Exclusive Moments, One Year in the Making”, is a nod to tradition and offers a taste of what’s next.
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.
Gorgeous Winning Lei from O‘ahu’s Lei Day Contest 2025
Hawai‘i lei makers wowed again with fantastic submissions to this year’s May Day lei contest.
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.
Honolulu Pride: LGBTQIA+ Events in May 2025
Catch Kalani Pe‘a’s May Day concert, join the Aloha Bears’ weekend bash and meet a family of queens in Kumu Kahua Theatre’s latest show.
Pupusas, Arepas, Ceviches and Lots of Tacos Coming to Sunday’s Cinco de Mayo Festival
The second annual celebration of Hawai‘i’s Latino community showcases all kinds of food, music and more at Ka Makana Ali‘i.
In the Mood for Lei: Where to Take Lei-Making Classes on O‘ahu
Here’s where to celebrate Lei Day: we’ve rounded up the many places offering intro classes on the Islands’ signature floral craft.
Advocating for Native Hawaiian Programs Amid Federal Cuts
Federal cuts and policy shifts are threatening various programs that support Native Hawaiian health care, housing, education and more.
Heads Up: Real ID Deadline Is May 7
Here’s what you need to apply for a Real ID with a gold star.
How to Grow Your Own Lei Garden
Dreaming of a lei garden of your own? This is your sign to dig in with tips from a horticulturist and a guidebook.
Why I Like Ke‘eaumoku’s New Yakiniku Like
It’s tasty! Quick! And a good value! Here’s what you can expect at the new budget KBBQ spot.
We Tried It: Heated
This new Kaka‘ako fitness studio offers infrared sweat seshes that work the whole body.
