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3 Alfresco Dining Spots in Kaka‘ako
At the end of a long day, sometimes all we want is casual alfresco dining with free parking. We rounded up three easy-breezy spots.at Honolulu Magazine
Lesa Griffith
The Honolulu Edition
Friday, October 9
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2027 College Guide: Getting Ahead
In a challenging job market, it’s critical for students to seek internships and other work opportunities, along with on-campus experiences, throughout their college years.at Honolulu Magazine
Kayla Luke Colon
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What You’ll Find at The Silos at the Waialua Sugar Mill
The Silos at the Waialua Sugar Mill is a hub for community and creativity on the North Shore.at Honolulu Magazine
Annabelle Ink
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O‘ahu Grazers Provides Natural Vegetation Management With Sheep and Goats
O‘ahu Grazers brings sheep and goats to graze at solar farms, fire-prone areas and other sites that need vegetation management.at Honolulu Magazine
Katrina Valcourt
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Welcome to B+HARI Brain Class
Attendance has grown steadily as kūpuna, business executives and others aim to improve their cognitive functioning and stave off dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease.at Honolulu Magazine
Diane Seo
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License to Brag
It’s not about what the card looks like, but what it represents.at Honolulu Magazine
Katrina Valcourt
Thursday, October 8
Honolulu’s Best 100 Stay See the list →
The Ritz-Carlton O‘ahu, Turtle Bay slips to No. 13.
- Slips The Ritz-Carlton O‘ahu, Turtle BayKahuku Was No. 6 No.13
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Chinatown’s New Thai-Lao Eatery is an Actual Hidden Gem
Find Saap Rai behind the butcher shops deep inside O‘ahu Market.at Honolulu Magazine
Melissa Chang
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Recognizing a Half-Century of Aloha ʻĀina
For decades, U.S. military bombs ravaged Kahoʻolawe, an island about 7 miles southwest of Maui. The explosives tore into the island’s red dirt, damaged the land and disturbed the surrounding waters. Stories are still told on Maui of…at Hawaiʻi Magazine
Grace Maeda
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Celebrating Wāhine Awards 2026
We highlight 37 women who have made impactful contributions to the community, asking them about the purpose they find in their work and to offer advice to others.at Honolulu Magazine
HONOLULU Magazine Team
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2026 Honolulu Book Awards
This year’s five honorees bumped an already high bar set by our 2023 and 2024 winners.at Honolulu Magazine
Don Wallace
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Coffee Meets Chocolate at Mānoa Chocolate’s Café
Mānoa Chocolate’s new venture puts chocolatey coffee drinks front and center.at Honolulu Magazine
Mari Taketa
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The Power of People
This issue reminds me of the endless stories of our city.at Honolulu Magazine
Diane Seo
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What the Aloha Stadium Swap Meet Means to the Community
Behind the T-shirts and trinkets, the Aloha Stadium Swap Meet has maintained its community vibe for 47 years.at Honolulu Magazine
Kayla Luke Colon
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Lahaina Is Still Healing Three Years After the Wildfires
A Buddhist priest, a Hawaiian cultural practitioner and husband-and-wife restaurateurs reflect on what has happened since the Maui fires.at Honolulu Magazine
Mari Taketa
Wednesday, October 7
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Foodie Films at Hawai‘i International Film Festival Serve Up Different Degrees of Satisfaction
Driven by different quests, “Purehearted” and “The Dating Menu” are worlds apart.at Honolulu Magazine
Mari Taketa
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Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: Oct. 8–14, 2026
Watch pickleball pros in action, take a LEGO workshop, see fireworks at the waterpark, walk for a cause and more.at Honolulu Magazine
Laura Dornbush
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Top it off
This easy topping for toast could be called Italian-style poke or lomi salmon-ish dip. In Italy, this type of appetizer or main dish is called bruschetta. Store-bought strips of smoked salmon are so flavorful, you’ll only need a few…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Lynette Lo Tom · Crave
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Nuts about noodles
The peanut sauce in this recipe is a multipurpose warrior in meal preparation. Here it coats rice noodles, but it can be used on any type of noodles, on tofu or other protein, as a dip for satays or summer rolls—wherever you could use a…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
None · Crave
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The perfect BLT? It’s all in the details
A BLT for any season, this version doesn’t depend on the perfect tomato, nor bacon with pedigree, for that matter. Instead, it leans on a few details that can elevate the lowliest ingredients. Slathering one side of bread with mayo and…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
New York Times · Crave
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Rum with local roots
Koloa Rum Co. is raising a glass to Kauai native Duke Yadao, who was recently named head of distillery operations. Born in Kalaheo and raised minutes from where Koloa Rum is made, Yadao joined the company in 2018, starting on the bottling…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
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Bake your way to crispy tofu
This recipe delivers crispy baked tofu that’s perfect for salads, stir-fries, curries or rice bowls topped with sauce. Both firm and extra-firm tofu work well, though extra-firm has more bite. Since tofu quality varies significantly…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
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A cheeseburger-inspired comfort dish
This recipe has all of the delicious comfort of a cheeseburger served in a bowl; you won’t even miss the bun. Chunks of ground beef, carrots, celery, onions and potatoes all swim in a seasoned beef broth that is thickened with a roux made…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
New York Times · Crave
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Tastefully gifted
Looking for some edible gifts? Here are a few of my go-to picks.Snack AttackHawaiian Chip Co. (1928 Republican St.) has all the salty snacks you need for your next party: freshly made chips, from classic taro to sweet potato. Spice things…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Cassidy Apo · Crave
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When the past walks through the door
I so appreciate all of you who are coming to the restaurant and letting me know that you enjoy what I write about. It's been very heartwarming to see more and more of you at the restaurant. We opened it wanting everyone to rekindle old…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
None · Crave
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An eye-popping, mouthwatering potato salad
This bright potato salad is dressed with a turmeric-tinged vinaigrette. It looks especially nice with yellow or orange cherry tomatoes, to add juicy texture and emphasize the color. Cumin, nigella seeds, and scallions add depth. Boil and…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
New York Times · Crave
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Kalihi-Palama: when one door closes, another opens
Sometimes, you think you know where you’re going, then life throws you a curveball. When one door closed, Zack Lee opened Sugoi Bento & Catering (1286 Kalani St. Ste. B106) in City Square Shopping Center."And look, 26 years later, we’re…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
None · Crave
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Kain tayo!
The Filipino American National Historical Society established October as Filipino American History Month in 1992. What better way to celebrate than by treating yourself to delicious Filipino dishes, drinks and desserts.Beyond Pastry…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Jocelyn Lansangan · Crave
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Diamond Head Drip
The Diamond Head neighborhood bustles with walkers, runners and cyclists of all ages, but Scott Blanco and Hellena Wilson noticed one thing was missing — a coffee truck.They opened Diamond Head Drip in September 2025 and recently found a…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Cassidy Apo · Crave
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Sips of curiosity and community
When people ask me what my favorite part of my job is, I always say it’s the people I meet. Over the years, I’ve seen how community shines through the food and beverage industry in ways that go beyond what’s on the plate. It’s an industry…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Cassidy Apo · Crave
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Rum with local roots
Koloa Rum Co. is raising a glass to Kauai native Duke Yadao, who was recently named head of distillery operations. Born in Kalaheo and raised minutes from where Koloa Rum is made, Yadao joined the company in 2018, starting on the bottling…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
None · Crave
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Bake your way to crispy tofu
This recipe delivers crispy baked tofu that’s perfect for salads, stir-fries, curries or rice bowls topped with sauce. Both firm and extra-firm tofu work well, though extra-firm has more bite. Since tofu quality varies significantly…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
New York Times · Crave
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A cheeseburger-inspired comfort dish
This recipe has all of the delicious comfort of a cheeseburger served in a bowl; you won’t even miss the bun. Chunks of ground beef, carrots, celery, onions and potatoes all swim in a seasoned beef broth that is thickened with a roux made…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
New York Times · Crave
Local press Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Tastefully gifted
Looking for some edible gifts? Here are a few of my go-to picks.Snack AttackHawaiian Chip Co. (1928 Republican St.) has all the salty snacks you need for your next party: freshly made chips, from classic taro to sweet potato. Spice things…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Cassidy Apo · Crave
Local press Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Top it off
This easy topping for toast could be called Italian-style poke or lomi salmon-ish dip. In Italy, this type of appetizer or main dish is called bruschetta. Store-bought strips of smoked salmon are so flavorful, you’ll only need a few…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Lynette Lo Tom · Crave
Local press Honolulu Star-Advertiser
When the past walks through the door
I so appreciate all of you who are coming to the restaurant and letting me know that you enjoy what I write about. It's been very heartwarming to see more and more of you at the restaurant. We opened it wanting everyone to rekindle old…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
None · Crave
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An eye-popping, mouthwatering potato salad
This bright potato salad is dressed with a turmeric-tinged vinaigrette. It looks especially nice with yellow or orange cherry tomatoes, to add juicy texture and emphasize the color. Cumin, nigella seeds, and scallions add depth. Boil and…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
New York Times · Crave
Local press Honolulu Star-Advertiser
The perfect BLT? It’s all in the details
A BLT for any season, this version doesn’t depend on the perfect tomato, nor bacon with pedigree, for that matter. Instead, it leans on a few details that can elevate the lowliest ingredients. Slathering one side of bread with mayo and…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
New York Times · Crave
Local press Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Kalihi-Palama: when one door closes, another opens
Sometimes, you think you know where you’re going, then life throws you a curveball. When one door closed, Zack Lee opened Sugoi Bento & Catering (1286 Kalani St. Ste. B106) in City Square Shopping Center."And look, 26 years later, we’re…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
None · Crave
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Kain tayo!
The Filipino American National Historical Society established October as Filipino American History Month in 1992. What better way to celebrate than by treating yourself to delicious Filipino dishes, drinks and desserts.Beyond Pastry…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Jocelyn Lansangan · Crave
Local press Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Diamond Head Drip
The Diamond Head neighborhood bustles with walkers, runners and cyclists of all ages, but Scott Blanco and Hellena Wilson noticed one thing was missing — a coffee truck.They opened Diamond Head Drip in September 2025 and recently found a…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Cassidy Apo · Crave
Local press Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Nuts about noodles
The peanut sauce in this recipe is a multipurpose warrior in meal preparation. Here it coats rice noodles, but it can be used on any type of noodles, on tofu or other protein, as a dip for satays or summer rolls—wherever you could use a…Crave at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
None · Crave
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Tuesday, October 6
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Your Guide to Farmers Markets on O‘ahu
Explore O‘ahu farmers markets throughout the week for fresh produce, local eats, flowers and crafts.at Honolulu Magazine
Kayla Luke Colon
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Things to Do on O‘ahu in October 2026
Cheer on competitive pickleball players, celebrate Honolulu Pride, see a Hawaiian history-inspired musical and international films and more.at Honolulu Magazine
Andrea Lee
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Our 8 Favorite HAWAIʻI Fall Recipes
Although the seasons change only subtly across the Islands, we still like to enjoy the cozy weather. Even in Hawaiʻi, we like to sip on our pumpkin spice lattes and get in the festive spirit, whether mixing our favorite spooky cocktail or…at Hawaiʻi Magazine
Grace Maeda
Monday, October 5
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Experience Fall in Hawaiʻi at These Local Pumpkin Patches
There are a few signs that fall is upon us in Hawaiʻi. Humpback whales start returning to the waters around the Islands, the sun sets a little sooner—and pumpkin patches and fall festivals sprout up across Hawaiʻi. Here are a few places…at Hawaiʻi Magazine
HAWAII Magazine Staff
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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