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New York Times Lists Maze Honolulu Among Its 50 Favorite Restaurants in the Country
The Kaka‘ako prix-fixe destination is getting a lot more recognition lately.at Honolulu Magazine
Mari Taketa
The Honolulu Edition
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Local press Hawaiʻi Magazine
Grocery Store Tourism Is a Hot Travel Trend
Growing up, some of my favorite pit stops were at Maui’s old general stores. Like many locals in Hawaiʻi, I have fond memories of stopping by humble hole-in-the-walls to pick up fresh poke, a warm Spam musubi or maybe some butter mochi,…at Hawaiʻi Magazine
Grace Maeda
Local press Honolulu Magazine
Side Street Inn Just Opened in the Old Westman Café/Bills Waikīkī Spot
With the full Side Street Inn menu, a 10% kama‘āina discount and validated parking.at Honolulu Magazine
Mari Taketa
Wednesday, September 23
Local press Hawaiʻi Magazine
Discovering the Nāpali Coast
This story was originally published in our SUMMER Digital issue, which you can view here. A few months ago, I met a colleague for coffee in Downtown Honolulu. He worked at HAWAI‘I Magazine more than a decade ago and kindly let me pick…at Hawaiʻi Magazine
Grace Maeda
Local press Honolulu Magazine
Pumpkin Patches and Fall Festivals on O‘ahu
Take a tractor ride, choose the perfect pumpkin, pick your own produce and celebrate the season at a bustling block party.at Honolulu Magazine
Laura Dornbush
Local press Honolulu Magazine
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: Sept. 24–30, 2026
Discover Korean traditions, see a floral parade, bike around the island, hike in the moonlight and more.at Honolulu Magazine
Laura Dornbush
Local press Honolulu Magazine
6 Hojicha Treats to Try on O‘ahu
Get your fill of roasty, toasty hojicha with shave ice, cheesecake and lattes galore.at Honolulu Magazine
Andrea Lee
Local press Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Bring Rome to your home with this pasta
Our family returned from a trip to Rome, newly obsessed with the city’s beloved pasta all’amatriciana — crisped cured pork jowls cooked in a spicy tomato sauce. Finding proper guanciale in the United States, however, can pose a challenge,…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
New York Times · Crave
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Typical Trefethen
Butter. Toast. Bruised apple. Vanilla. Pineapple. High alcohol. Moderate acid. When a blind tasting student starts describing a wine this way, I know they are mere moments away from calling it Napa Chardonnay. Recognizing these typical…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Chris Ramelb · Crave
Local press Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Triple the layers, triple the brownie fun
Triple-decker brownies are a dream come true for indecisive cookie lovers everywhere. Known in some circles by a less tactful name, this classic mashup consists of a chocolate chip cookie dough base shingled with chocolate sandwich cookies…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
New York Times · Crave
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A simple fish dish to brighten your table
This simple fish dinner is all about contrast: tender, flaky white fish over a bed of spinach, paired with a vibrant, citrusy sauce that's equal parts briny, sweet and gently spiced. The sauce comes together in minutes; olive oil gets…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
New York Times · Crave
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Eat to reset
Do you ever get back from traveling and feel like you need to eat cleaner to reset? These spots can help you feel re-energized and ready for whatever comes next.RISE CAFESpecializing in low-carb, sugar-free meals, Rise Cafe is the ideal…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Cassidy Apo · Crave
Local press Hawaiʻi Magazine
3 Unique Wellness Experiences on Hawaiʻi Island
There’s a special energy on Hawaiʻi Island. As the youngest island in the Hawaiian archipelago, it continues to be shaped by volcanic forces. Since December 2024, Kīlauea has been erupting intermittently, with dozens of episodes at the…at Hawaiʻi Magazine
Grace Maeda
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Who grows your food?
Do you ever look over a restaurant's menu and notice the local farms listed alongside the names of the dishes? It may seem like just another part of the description, but those farms play an important role in the community.Hawaii's farmers…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Cassidy Apo · Crave
Local press Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Taste of Ward
The annual Taste of Ward event returns Sept. 16–30, and restaurants in Ward Village will be offering exclusive menus and deals. Here are a few highlights. (For a full list, visit wardvillage.com/taste-of-ward.) Baked with Aloha Across from…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Cassidy Apo · Crave
Local press Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Shrimp cocktail upgrade
For a casual cold supper, you can't go wrong with shrimp cocktail. This recipe veers from the traditional versions, but you'll get no complaints. Do take the trouble to cook your own shrimp, which will be fresher tasting and cheaper than…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
New York Times · Crave
Local press Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Whole-Wheat Carrot Bread with Nuts and Raisins
The concept of a cake made with carrots sounds healthy, but you’ve got to look beyond the carrots to truly judge. Refined white flour and a load of sugar in a recipe could well cancel out the nutritive qualities of the carrots. This…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
None · Crave
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Quick bites
The Lunch RushPodmore (202 Merchant St.) is launching a new lunchtime pop-up centered around a classic combination: burgers and fries.Available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays, the take-out-only pop-up features the newly…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
None · Crave
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Fresh find in Kahala
A few months ago, Vince’s Cafe popped up on my Instagram feed, and I was excited to see a new spot open on the East side of Oahu — where new restaurant discoveries can sometimes feel few and far between. Located next to CorePower Yoga at…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Cassidy Apo · Crave
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Rollin’ with Miguel’s
Good food and good vibes are always on the menu at Miguel's Cocina. Owner and operator Miguel Gutierrez launched the concept in 2023 after pivoting from his former food truck, El Gallo. The change gave Gutierrez an opportunity to create a…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Cassidy Apo · Crave
Local press Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Bring Rome to your home with this pasta
Our family returned from a trip to Rome, newly obsessed with the city’s beloved pasta all’amatriciana — crisped cured pork jowls cooked in a spicy tomato sauce. Finding proper guanciale in the United States, however, can pose a challenge,…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
New York Times · Crave
Local press Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Fresh find in Kahala
A few months ago, Vince’s Cafe popped up on my Instagram feed, and I was excited to see a new spot open on the East side of Oahu — where new restaurant discoveries can sometimes feel few and far between. Located next to CorePower Yoga at…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Cassidy Apo · Crave
Local press Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Whole-Wheat Carrot Bread with Nuts and Raisins
The concept of a cake made with carrots sounds healthy, but you’ve got to look beyond the carrots to truly judge. Refined white flour and a load of sugar in a recipe could well cancel out the nutritive qualities of the carrots. This…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
None · Crave
Local press Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Rollin’ with Miguel’s
Good food and good vibes are always on the menu at Miguel's Cocina. Owner and operator Miguel Gutierrez launched the concept in 2023 after pivoting from his former food truck, El Gallo. The change gave Gutierrez an opportunity to create a…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Cassidy Apo · Crave
Local press Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Typical Trefethen
Butter. Toast. Bruised apple. Vanilla. Pineapple. High alcohol. Moderate acid. When a blind tasting student starts describing a wine this way, I know they are mere moments away from calling it Napa Chardonnay. Recognizing these typical…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Chris Ramelb · Crave
Local press Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Triple the layers, triple the brownie fun
Triple-decker brownies are a dream come true for indecisive cookie lovers everywhere. Known in some circles by a less tactful name, this classic mashup consists of a chocolate chip cookie dough base shingled with chocolate sandwich cookies…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
New York Times · Crave
Local press Honolulu Star-Advertiser
A simple fish dish to brighten your table
This simple fish dinner is all about contrast: tender, flaky white fish over a bed of spinach, paired with a vibrant, citrusy sauce that's equal parts briny, sweet and gently spiced. The sauce comes together in minutes; olive oil gets…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
New York Times · Crave
Local press Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Eat to reset
Do you ever get back from traveling and feel like you need to eat cleaner to reset? These spots can help you feel re-energized and ready for whatever comes next.RISE CAFESpecializing in low-carb, sugar-free meals, Rise Cafe is the ideal…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Cassidy Apo · Crave
Local press Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Who grows your food?
Do you ever look over a restaurant's menu and notice the local farms listed alongside the names of the dishes? It may seem like just another part of the description, but those farms play an important role in the community.Hawaii's farmers…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Cassidy Apo · Crave
Local press Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Taste of Ward
The annual Taste of Ward event returns Sept. 16–30, and restaurants in Ward Village will be offering exclusive menus and deals. Here are a few highlights. (For a full list, visit wardvillage.com/taste-of-ward.) Baked with Aloha Across from…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Cassidy Apo · Crave
Local press Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Quick bites
The Lunch RushPodmore (202 Merchant St.) is launching a new lunchtime pop-up centered around a classic combination: burgers and fries.Available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays, the take-out-only pop-up features the newly…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
None · Crave
Local press Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Shrimp cocktail upgrade
For a casual cold supper, you can't go wrong with shrimp cocktail. This recipe veers from the traditional versions, but you'll get no complaints. Do take the trouble to cook your own shrimp, which will be fresher tasting and cheaper than…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
New York Times · Crave
Tuesday, September 22
Local press Honolulu Magazine
What to Watch at This Year’s Hawai‘i International Film Festival
The 46th annual HIFF runs Oct. 21–Nov. 5 on O‘ahu, then Nov. 6–15 on the Neighbor Islands. Pay special attention to these 18 highlights.at Honolulu Magazine
Katrina Valcourt
Honolulu’s Best 100
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- 1 La MerHonolulu · Island French Eat score, 90
- 1 MugenHonolulu · Seasonal Japanese Eat score, 90
- 3 FêteHonolulu Eat score, 86
- 3 MāzeHonolulu · Japanese Eat score, 86
- 3 Pipeline Bakeshop & CreameryHonolulu · Hawaiian Bakery Eat score, 86
- 6 Mud Hen WaterHonolulu · Hawaiian Wine Bar Eat score, 85
- 7 Mille FeteHonolulu · Bakery Eat score, 84
- 8 The Local General StoreHonolulu · Hawaiian Eat score, 83
- 9 Helena's Hawaiian FoodHonolulu · Traditional Hawaiian Eat score, 82
- 9 Morning Glass Coffee + CaféHonolulu Eat score, 82
The full 100 → 185 ranked
- 1 Bar Leather ApronHonolulu · Cocktail Bar Drink score, 91
- 2 Pint + JiggerHonolulu Drink score, 85
- 3 Green Lady Cocktail RoomHonolulu Drink score, 71
- 4 8 Fat Fat 8 Bar & GrilleHonolulu · Chinese Drink score, 65
- 4 ElevenHonolulu Drink score, 65
- 4 EP BarHonolulu Drink score, 65
- 4 Hana Koa Brewing Co.Honolulu Drink score, 65
- 4 Hau TreeHonolulu Drink score, 65
- 4 HeydayHonolulu Drink score, 65
- 4 House Without A KeyHonolulu Drink score, 65
The full 100 → 16 ranked
- 1 HalekulaniHonolulu Stay score, 88
- 2 ESPACIO The Jewel of WaikikiHonolulu Stay score, 86
- 2 The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki BeachHonolulu Stay score, 86
- 4 Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko OlinaKapolei Stay score, 82
- 5 The Kahala Hotel & ResortHonolulu Stay score, 81
- 6 Moana Surfrider, Waikiki BeachHonolulu Stay score, 73
- 6 Shoreline HotelHonolulu Stay score, 73
- 6 Surfjack Hotel & Swim ClubHonolulu Stay score, 73
- 6 The Laylow WaikikiHonolulu Stay score, 73
- 6 The Royal HawaiianHonolulu Stay score, 73
The full 100 → 13 ranked
- 1 SpaHalekulaniHonolulu Do score, 94
- 2 Naupaka Spa & Wellness Centre at Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko OlinaKapolei Do score, 86
- 3 Lanikai BeachHonolulu Do score, 81
- 3 Waimanalo BeachWaimanalo Beach Do score, 81
The full 100 → 4 ranked
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