Magical only begins to describe the oceanfront setting of Ulu Ocean Grill and Sushi Lounge at Four Seasons Resort Hualalai. For gastrophiles near and far, Ulu is arguably one of the best restaurants on the island to experience high-quality dining. With excellent food and impeccable service in a breathtaking setting, it’s the perfect spot to…
Try having lunch at Island Lava Java on a Wednesday and you’re sure to compete with cruise ship passengers for a table. Ever since Chef Josh Ratigan and his Guava BBQ Ribs from Island Lava Java were featured on Food Network’s “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives,” he gets over a dozen guests from the ship who…
Well bless your heart and butter my biscuit! The latest eatery in Kona is as southern as sweet tea. Their food warms the heart and soothes the soul. Just the 2 of Us Southern Cuisine opened the doors to their new brick and mortar location and comfort food lovers couldn’t be happier. Read More
If summer had a scent, it would be the smell of barbecue. Since it’s always summer in Hawai‘i, the delicious smoky smell of summer can be enjoyed all year long thanks to Da Bomb BBQ and its owner, Jason Lofland. Raised in Alaska, Lofland studied culinary arts at Le Cordon Bleu, Western Culinary Institute in…
“Ola” in Hawaiian means “life” and an important part of life is bringing community together in a positive way. Ola Brew, located in the old industrial area of Kailua-Kona, does just that. Recently, the popular pub began serving “small kine” food, because nothing brings people together better than good food and a cold pint. Read…
The ninth annual Hawai‘i Food & Wine Festival hosted the Island of Hawai‘i event, From Portugal to Spain: An Iberian Feast, last Saturday, October 5, 2019, at Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa. Read More
Author Sandra Boynton said the greatest tragedies were written by the Greeks and Shakespeare — because neither knew chocolate. This is far from true in Hawai‘i, the only state where cacao is grown and produced into the world’s perfect food. Big Islanders love to dine out, however, local foodies often fall into the habit of returning…
“What’s a poi dog?” This is a question often asked of Celeste and Taylor Cline, owners of Kona’s newest sandwich and grub establishment. Read More
On August 21, 1959, statehood was granted to the territory of Hawai‘i, making it the 50th state in the union. Two days later, the first Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament (HIBT) was introduced to Kona. This year marked the 60th anniversary of HIBT, as anglers from around the world descended upon Kailua-Kona to continue the tradition…
Hawaii island is an adventurer’s playground. One of the biggest draws to this geographically diverse island is the on-going volcanic activity that awes and inspires those who witness its magnificent power. In May of 2018, Kilauea set off an eruption that would change the island of Hawaii forever. For three months, lava flowed across the…
In 1776, future first lady Abigail Adams wrote to her husband John, then a member of the Continental Congress, “If particular care and attention is not paid to the ladies, we will be determined to foment a rebellion, and will not hold ourselves bound by any laws in which we have no voice or representation.”…
Several new restaurants have popped up on the Big Island of Hawaii in 2018 and early 2019. Here are our picks for new places you should try: Read More
