This story was originally published on Jan. 24, 2020. Eight is a lucky number in Chinese culture since it sounds similar to the word for wealth or fortune. Here are eight lucky foods we eat in Hawaiʻi during Lunar New Year. Noodles View this post on Instagram A post shared by MIAN Honolulu｜ミアン・ホノルル (@miantastehi) […]
“You’ve never been to Two Ladies Kitchen?” I couldn’t hide my shock. My co-worker had been to Hawaiʻi Island several times, and she had never once stopped at the famous mochi-ya on Kīlauea Avenue in Downtown Hilo. I didn’t think that was possible. I can’t recall a single trip to Hilo, the sleepy town on
The most recent additions to Maui’s dining scene bring innovation, fantastic flavors and a touch of excitement to the island’s gastronomic landscape. From cultural hubs to inventive takes on classic tastes, these establishments are unveiling a delightful array of culinary creations. Balai Pata View this post on Instagram A post shared by Balai
The light rain, the cozy gray mornings, the old buildings and shops that haven’t changed in decades. Everything in Hilo is a little slower, a little quieter, a little more relaxed. The sleepy town on Hawai‘i Island’s east side isn’t on the top of most travel itineraries, with visitors only flying in for the hourlong
The gateway to Hanalei Town and a foodie’s paradise, Postcards Café lives up to its motto as a place “where time stops and memories begin.” The small plantation-style diamond in the rough is just past the one-lane bridge from Princeville. Hanalei, the last town on the North Shore of Kaua‘i, is rich in history, peppered
It all started when Caesar Ho was a little kid, spending time with his father in the kitchen to mix and make a healthier soda using Sprite and juice. That was the inspiration behind the idea for Ho to create the Hawaiian Soda Co., a healthier alternative for soda lovers who want a delicious, low-sugar
The food options in Hawaiʻi are as plentiful as palm trees. You can find everything from pricey prix fixe menus to vegan hot dogs. And you don’t have to spend a lot to eat in the Islands. Many local favorites are under $5—and worth every penny. Read More: 5 Delicious Foods Under $5 That You Need
The menu at the Manago Hotel restaurant rarely changes. The papaya at breakfast is usually from someone’s backyard and, if they’re available, the ono (wahoo) and ‘ōpelu (mackerel scad) on the lunch and dinner menus are caught off the Kona Coast. Here, you can order liver and onions—a rarity!—and pickled ogo (seaweed). The main attraction,
There’s no shortage of Japanese bakeries in Hawaiʻi, from the popular Brug Bakery on Oʻahu to Patisserie Nanako in Waimea on Hawaiʻi Island. The breads are light and fluffy, the pastries delicate and gorgeous. It’s obvious why we’re all so addicted! Read More: This Family-Owned Bakery in Waimea Makes Affordable, High-Quality Japanese Desserts Now there’s a
I was on Lānaʻi recently, chasing down a few stories when that old familiar feeling struck. I was hungry. Actually, I was starving. Travel can do that to you—you’re so busy running around, not missing your flight, getting your rental car and voila, you’re starving. However, I had no clue where to even look for
There are some restaurants that, for whatever reason, you keep coming back to. Sometimes it’s nostalgia. Sometimes it’s convenience. And almost always it’s because there’s something there that you love: atmosphere, service, sizzling steak bites with onions. That’s how it’s been for me with Tiffany’s Bar & Grill in Wailuku, a family-run neighborhood sports bar
It’s that time of the year when elite athletes from across the globe test their mettle in the annual IRONMAN competition. Recent changes to the race format have seen the competition split between Kailua-Kona for the women’s competition and Nice, France for the men’s. But even as the competition sizes down, plenty of people from
