Arts + Culture
Your Events Guide to the 2019 Merrie Monarch Festival
In a week full of hula and Hawaiian culture, there’s a lot to see and do in Hilo.
How to Watch the 2019 Merrie Monarch Festival
What you need know to watch the Merrie Monarch Festival competition live from your computer or television.
The 5 Best Festivals in Hawai‘i
Our readers’ favorite events in 2019 that showcase the culture, food and entertainment of the islands.
A Maui-Born Food Blogger Channels Her Love for Hawaii in a New Nostalgic Cookbook
“Aloha Kitchen: Recipes from Hawaii” by Alana Kysar is packed with recipes that reflect the many flavors and cultures of the Islands.
How Master Chef Peter Merriman is Bringing Farm-To-Table to the Masses
His mission is sourcing as much as he can from local Hawaii farmers and producers.
Rock These New Swimsuits by Two Iconic Hawaii Designers
Reyn Spooner and Jams World unveil their latest swim collections perfect for your next Island vacation.
5 American Military History Museums and Sites on Oahu
While the USS Arizona Memorial is being repaired, get away from Pearl Harbor and check out these spots on Oahu.
11 Words Hawaiʻi Locals and Visitors Often Mispronounce
Words are hard, and here are a few that Hawaiʻi locals and visitors find the hardest.
Q&A: Aloha Beer Co. Brewmaster David Campbell
The veteran brewer is bringing Hawaii-made beer back to Honolulu's Kakaako district.
The 5 Best Towns in Hawaii
Here’s a ranked list of the best towns to visit, according to our 2019 Readers’ Choice Awards.
7 of Our Favorite Malasadas to Celebrate Mardi Gras in Hawaii
We feast on these deep-fried doughnuts on Fat Tuesday, this year on March 5, and you should, too.
7 Ways to Experience Japan In Hawaii
From hole-in-the-wall ramen shops to cherry blossom festivals, here are just a few ways to experience Japanese culture in the Islands.
7 Things You Might Not Know about the Chinese New Year's Lion Dance
Turns out, there’s more to the lion dance than good fortune.
Q&A with Big Island Scuba Instructor Keller Laros
Keller Laros tells us why Hawaii is one of the best places to scuba dive.
Step into Awa and Olena, a Kaimuki, Oahu lifestyle boutique full of beautiful things
The little store reflects what’s important to owner Amanda Watkins: Art, self-care, beauty and health.
The Story Behind Hawaii's Mochi-Pounding Tradition
For many Island families, mochi, whether hand-pounded or store-bought, signifies the start of the New Year.
Watch: The Family Behind Hawaii's Famous Kamaka Ukulele
Here's the story of these beautiful, handcrafted instruments that anyone can enjoy.
A Visual Journey Around Molokai
Get into a Molokai state of mind with these snapshots of life on The Friendly Island.
The Search for the Mysterious and Beloved Manapua Man
The manapua man holds a special place in the hearts, and stomachs, of local residents.
Hawaii's Tea Farmers Demonstrate Commitment to the Art of Tea
Hawaii-grown tea falls into artisan, small-batch and specialty markets.
The Mamaki Movement: How Locals are Using This Endemic Plant
Shaka Tea spotlights Hawaii’s endemic mamaki plant as a holistic and environmental powerhouse.
Q&A with Hawaii Family Band Kapena
Once an electrifying Jawaiian music trio, Kapena is now a family band, focused on creating hapa haole music with a vision.
