The Latest

Why I’m Obsessed With Kamana Kitchen 2, Honolulu’s Newest Indian Restaurant

Alexander Pang,

The Kapahulu spot has pretty much the same vibrant flavors as KK1 Downtown—plus its own parking.

Beer

Just in Time for Halloween, Hana Koa’s “Fangs for Donating” Hazy IPA Is a Plea for the Blood Bank

Alexander B. Gates,

Drink up—10% of proceeds go to Blood Bank of Hawai‘i—or sign up to give blood at the brewery this weekend.

Spreading Aloha at PBS Hawai‘i, One Program at a Time

PBS Hawai‘i,

Join our town hall on the state of aloha on Oct. 24 and tune in for Kala‘e Parish on Nā Mele on Oct. 28.

Giovannis Food Truck North Shore Shrimp Hawaii

Afterthoughts

Afterthoughts: 8 Hawai‘i Businesses I Wish We Could Bring to the Mainland

Katrina Valcourt,

Zippy’s just announced a second location in Las Vegas—but four years after this publication, Katrina’s eight picks are content to stay in the Islands.

Hiff Made In Hawaii Feature Film Winner Kau Kau Hoku Winner

Local Filmmakers Win Big as HIFF44’s Awards Are Announced

Katrina Valcourt,

The 2024 Hawai‘i International Film Festival celebrated this year’s winners and honorees at the Halekūlani Hotel on Oct. 12.

Roundups

Date Night Market: A $60 Sunset Date at ‘Ono Grindz & Mākeke

Lucas Kamata,

Our night market series continues with global dishes at ‘Ono Grindz & Mākeke in ‘Ewa Beach. The challenge: $60 for two!

What’s New

Beignets and Étouffée: Nola Café Brings a Taste of the French Quarter to Kaimukī

Thomas Obungen,

Jambalaya, gumbo, sandwiches and good coffee round out an all-day menu.

Fine Arts

Find New Paints of View in This Satoru Abe Exhibition

Brie Thalmann,

“Satoru Abe: 100 New Paintings” is on view at UH Mānoa through Dec. 8.

bunches of different bananas hang on a line

Eat Local

All Kinds of Banana Tastings, Banana Dishes, Banana Cook-Off and More Coming to Sunday’s Banana Festival

Frolic Hawai‘i,

Plus DIY banana art, banana plants, banana growing tips (and yes, even more), at Windward Community College on Oct. 20.

Honolulu Pride Waving Flags Pc Hawaii Lgbt Legacy Foundation

Events & Festivals

Your Insider Guide to Honolulu Pride Weekend 2024

Laura Dornbush,

We’ve got the must-know details about the parade, festival and all the vibrant events happening Oct. 17–20.

Breakfast/Brunch

Your Guide to O‘ahu’s Best Badass Brunches

Katrina Valcourt, Robbie Dingeman,

We’re bringing back this cover feature from HONOLULU Magazine’s March issue because it covers everything brunch: standout dishes, newer spots, beery brunches and a where-to-go-if guide.