Frolic Foodie Advent Calendar: Local Kine Gifts for Days 6-10
Superlative banana bread, crunchy snacks and poke bowls to hang on your tree: 5 new gift ideas for your Advent calendar.
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New & Coming Restaurants on O‘ahu
Fourteen new and coming places with ice cream, onigiri, Portuguese fare, sushi, shave ice and gourmet baked goods.
Where to Get Black Friday and Small Business Saturday Deals on O‘ahu
Here are details on deals, extended shopping hours and special perks at malls and local boutiques on Friday, Nov. 29, and Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024.
$10 Eats: Loaded Breakfast Burrito, Mini Mix Plate and Classic Loco Moco
New series! Join Frolic’s intern on his quest to find the best food under $10.
What You’ll Eat at Foodland’s Restaurants During HONOLULU Restaurant Week
Make reservations to dine at these participating Foodland-family restaurants during the first-ever HONOLULU Restaurant Week, taking place Nov. 9 through 17, 2024.
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.
Best Bites: Yanagi is Honolulu’s Haven for Japanese Food Enthusiasts
Whether you’re a sushi aficionado or simply looking to explore Japanese cuisine, there’s something here for everyone to enjoy.
At Super Pho in Kaimukī, Seven Courses of Beef Are a $50 Feast for Two
The price has gone up since we first brought this to you, but bo bay mon is still a fun, sumptuous deal.
Tails of the City: Hānai Hives Teaches the Art of Beekeeping
Owner Katie Metzger raises the bees while offering memberships so you can adopt a hive and learn how to care for it.
Afterthoughts: 8 Hawai‘i Businesses I Wish We Could Bring to the Mainland
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.
Best Bites: Cino Blends Traditional Italian with Modern Twists
From the charred Spanish octopus to the indulgent osso bucco and flawless panna cotta, every dish is a testament to the restaurant’s dedication to quality, fresh ingredients.
Beignets and Étouffée: Nola Café Brings a Taste of the French Quarter to Kaimukī
Jambalaya, gumbo, sandwiches and good coffee round out an all-day menu.
All Kinds of Banana Tastings, Banana Dishes, Banana Cook-Off and More Coming to Sunday’s Banana Festival
Plus DIY banana art, banana plants, banana growing tips (and yes, even more), at Windward Community College on Oct. 20.
Pair Foodland’s New Maika‘i Marinated Meats with These Budget-Friendly Wines
With these handpicked pairings by Chef Keoni Chang, your next dinner is good to grill.
Find This Bar With Hundreds of Wines to Taste in Industrial Kaka‘ako
Sharing a building with an auto body shop, Silver Lining Wine Bar offers a friendly foray into natural wines.
Why Your Plate Lunch Is Becoming a Luxury
Restaurateurs break down the rising cost of dining out.
You Voted: Here’s Your Top 5 Shave Ice on Oʻahu
Classic shave ice shops dominate the spread from Mākaha to ‘Āina Haina.
Heart of Plum: Join Us at Frolic’s 5-Course Dinner at Little Plum on Oct. 10
From New York to San Francisco to Hawai‘i, get ready for a culinary journey through chef Casey Kusaka’s outstanding food memories.
8 Places to Celebrate Oktoberfest 2024 on O‘ahu
Grab a stein, bring an empty belly and enjoy these beer fests around the Island.
CEO Chat: Jenai Sullivan Wall Talks Give Aloha
As its fundraising campaign turns 25 this year, the Foodland chairman and CEO looks back on a legacy that all started with Foodland’s founder.
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).
The Hospitalitarian: Dusty Grable Is the 2024 Restaurateur of the Year
A Chinatown pioneer resurfaces with a new vision for Mānoa.
Local Online Grocer Farm Link Builds Up Hawai‘i’s Food Systems
Farm Link’s intrepid attempts to accomplish its overarching mission highlights the hurdles Hawai‘i faces in achieving food sustainability.
Happy Harvest: Where to Pick Produce This Autumn
Support local farms and share the uplifting experience of picking produce with friends and family this fall.
