Whether it’s a celebratory dinner, holiday or Sunday brunch, Kō has long been a beloved gathering place for visitors and locals. Many folks, including my brother, make it a point to dine at the ...

I did a lot of interisland travel this year—at least 10 trips I can remember—all for food. There were several notable ...

In Hawaiʻi, we’re decking the halls across the Islands at holiday parades, light shows and pop-up events.   On Oʻahu, you don ...

Just in time for the winter surf season, The Ritz-Carlton Oʻahu, Turtle Bay is bringing back its iconic bar.  After a ...

When I was a kid, my mom’s go-to dessert recipe was pineapple upside-down cake. She used canned pineapple—just like every ...

While Hawaiʻi doesn’t experience dramatic seasonal changes, there are still plenty of ways to feel the holiday spirit ...

Kauaʻi is home to local businesses and artisans whose products make memorable gifts. From punny chocolate to exquisite ...

Five years after closing his award-winning restaurant—which had been a HAWAIʻI Magazine reader favorite—local chef Alan Wong is moving to Kāhala. The Kāhala Hotel & Resort, to be exact. The James ...

There’s a local saying (at least on the Valley Isle): “Maui nō ka ʻoi,” essentially meaning “Maui is the best.” Of course, I agree—but I’m biased. I’m fortunate to have been born and raised on the ...

Ignite your senses at Old Lāhainā Lūʻau, a perennial winner in HAWAIʻI Magazine’s Reader’s Choice Awards. Set along the oceanfront with stunning sunset views, this award-winning experience melds ...

Whether it’s your honeymoon or 50th anniversary, or any occasion in between, these reader-approved resorts on Maui offer unforgettable experiences for you and your sweetheart. Beyond stunning rooms, ...

Nicknamed the Gathering Place, Oʻahu offers something for everyone: luxury resorts, award-winning restaurants, dozens of hiking trails, world-famous surf spots, museums and art galleries, and lots of ...