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Ala Moana Center hosting free Common Kings and Friends concert series
If you're looking for something to do to celebrate the 4th of July, there's a big concert series going down at Ala Moana Center featuring some incredibly popular acts. Jaymes Bell, the General Manager of Ala Moana Center, joined Take2 on Monday morning to detail the events.
Where to Find Barbecue Brisket, Ribs and More This 4th of July
This pop-up in the parking lot of the Bougainville Flooring Superstore is a destination for plates of low- and slow-smoked barbecue brisket, ribs and chicken. Bada’s also offers up sides like mac salad and baked beans. Open Thursday to Saturday 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 4478 Mala‘ai St., @badas_bbq...
Roy Sakuma to be inducted into ʻUkelele Hall of Fame at Kapi’olani Park
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Roy Sakuma will be inducted into the ʻUkelele Hall of Fame on Saturday, July 27 during the 2024 International ʻUkelele Festival in Kapi’olani Park. Download the free KHON2 app for iOS or Android to stay informed on the latest news. Roy Sakuma is...
The Butcher Bar, Waikīkī’s New Beefy Bistro
Recently arrived on the corner of Seaside and Kūhiō in Waikīkī, The Butcher Bar brings the casual, open-air atmosphere we know from its neighboring brother restaurant, Aloha Steak House. And like its older sibling, it doesn’t compromise on quality with its dry-aged steaks and other premium meats.
Kaneohe Dim Sum Station serves up fresh, made-to-order delights
"To better serve our windward side guests, we recently opened a new restaurant at Windward City Shopping Center. We are pleased to report that the turnout has been excellent, with a strong response from the community."
Best of HONOLULU 2024: Food and Drinks on O‘ahu
So what if it opens only four hours a week, there’s nowhere to sit, and the menu has just two or three takeout meals, a dessert and two drinks that change every time? That’s part of the charm of Roots Café, part of the Kōkua Kalihi Valley nonprofit. The amazing thing isn’t the constant creativity (entrées rarely appear twice), it’s the quality of the food. Ingredients for items like Cambodian beef curry with peanuts and lemongrass, fresh mango lemonade and an insanely delicious cardamom butter mochi with ‘inamona-coconut crumble come from O‘ahu growers as far away as Wai‘anae’s Kahumana Organic Farms—home to another worthy farm-to-table café. —MT.
Sushi on Wheels Comes to Your Home or Business in Hawaii
HONOLULU (Island News) Chef Ramon Rojales who is the owner of Sushi on Wheels was on Good Morning Hawaii Sunday to talk about his catering company and what types of sushi they serve on site. Chef Ramon Rojales says, "We serve all over Oahu and Hawaii Island. Events include, weddings,...
Best of HONOLULU 2024: Shopping on O‘ahu
If you need a mood boost, may we suggest a daily dose of Las Olitas handbags. The fledgling beachwear label is taking dopamine dressing to euphoric new heights with totes, bucket bags and crossbody styles that pair bold tropical graphics with vibrant, feel-good color combos. Made in Hawai‘i from beach-ready neoprene, the bags also come trimmed with contrasting neon zippers and sporty rope straps. Slip one on for an instantly brighter day and ensemble. —BT.
Nā Pua O Hawaiʻi Art Show to Celebrate Youth at Harbors Vintage Beretania
On July 6th, Harbors Vintage Beretania will host “Nā Pua O Hawaiʻi,” a solo art show by Riley Nakamura celebrating the youth and children of Hawaiʻi through a night of paintings, food, and music. Riley Nakamura, AKA Unko Riley, joined Living808 to share about this weekend’s upcoming event.
Best of HONOLULU 2024: Beauty & Self-Care on O‘ahu
Crafting a unique essential oil blend with Charity Paiva of Mino‘aka Wellness is like creating a custom fragrance, only your new scent is holistic care. Select two to six scents after smelling and ranking a dozen of them. Paiva helps formulate the blend either as an essential oil roll-on or atomized spray. You’ll learn the meaning of each scent you choose and what your soul needs most. —TO.
The Sunshine Blog: Put Down Your Pencils. Our Political Cartoonist Contest Is A Wrap
The funny pages: Drumroll, please. The entries in our 2024 political cartoonist contest are in and the winner is Will Caron, a Hawaii journalist and communications professional who has been drawing for more than a decade. Like many good news professionals, Will’s first attempt to break into the business was...
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