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A Seat at the Table
It’s a brisk Honolulu evening when I walk in the front doors of Nobu at Ward Village. The restaurant is abuzz with activity as a small army of servers, chefs, and hosts busily dart through the dining room. A savory mix of tantalizing aromas hang in the air. Although the restaurant opened their doors only a few short weeks back,…
Behind the Dish: Scratch Kitchen & Meatery
When it comes to creating the perfect savory Southern dish, you can’t beat Scratch Kitchen’s Shrimp ‘N’ Grits. A household dish south of the Mason Dixon, Shrimp ‘N’ Grits can trace its lineage back to the low country kitchens of South Carolina. And, because Scratch whips up the best Southern food in the city, their version of this iconic recipe is…
Celebrate Your Love at Ward Village
Love is in the air and the sun is shining overhead in Honolulu. If there’s a better way for a couple to celebrate their connection than spending the day in Ward Village, we haven’t found it. Home to an array of restaurants, arts, entertainment, and adventures, date nights at Ward Village are a surefire way to kindle your love and…
Celebrating Mom This Mother’s Day
She raised you right, and right about now, she could use a little extra light in her life. Trust us, we all could. And just because circumstances prevent us from celebrating our love for Mom by going out, that doesn’t mean we can’t bring the party to her. Show her much you care with these heart-warming and utterly delicious gift…
Chef Chris Kajioka’s Favorite Honolulu Haunts
Chris Kajioka’s Favorite Honolulu Haunts You may have heard the news. Local chef Chris Kajioka of Senia fame has begun working with Ward Village to curate a culinary experience that will serve the city’s tastebuds for years to come. As he gears up to expand our culinary horizons, we’ve taken a moment to pick Chris’s brain about his favorite Honolulu…
Chris Kajioka’s Special Finadene Sauce
Local Chef Chris Kajioka has partnered with Ward Village to curate culinary experiences that will serve the city’s tastebuds for years to come. As he gears up to expand our culinary horizons, we’ve taken a moment to pick Chris’s brain about one of his favorite sauce recipes, Finadene. Special Finadene Sauce Recipe Traditionally, finadene is a sauce from Guam. It’s…
Designed to Thrive
How many times have you picked up a cute little potted houseplant at the hardware or grocery store, only to have it die within weeks in your kitchen window? You gave it sunlight, watered it properly, and you even left the window cracked for fresh air—all to no avail. Simply put, some plants are naturally better suited to thrive in…
Essential Businesses + Carryout Restaurants
Ward Village wants you and your family to stay safe. Oahu’s new mandate requires non-essential businesses to close. But don’t worry, you can still help local businesses by enjoying takeout and delivery from your favorite Ward Village restaurants. We’ve also added dedicated parking stalls for curbside pick-up at Ward Centre and South Shore Market to make it quick and easy. …
Farm Fresh and Within Arms Reach
As the executive chef at Nobu Honolulu, it should come as no surprise that Jennifer Chow takes a great deal of pride when it comes to what goes in and out of her kitchen. That’s why having a thriving farmers market located just steps away has proven to be such a fruitful experience for the young chef. Born and raised…
Hungry for the Holidays
For decades, chef and restaurateur Peter Merriman has been singing the praises of locally grown and sourced foods. In fact, he’s one of the few visionaries credited with kicking off Hawai‘i’s locavore movement, encouraging farmers and ranchers to expand the diversity of their crops and raise meats locally to ensure a more sustainable Hawai‘i, as well as a fresher and…
Kitchen Essentials with Megan Tomino
Take a peek inside the pantry of any chef or die-hard foodie worth their salt and you’ll often find it stocked with staple ingredients they rely on to whip up a delicious home-cooked meal in a hurry. So what are these magical kitchen essentials that can take an ordinary dinner to brave new heights? Recently, we tapped the shoulder of…
Let’s Roll 6: Types of Sushi Explained
It’s no secret that Hawai’i is head-over-heels for sushi. Whether it’s served as bite-sized nigiri, classic chirashi, or elaborate oshizushi, we can’t get our fill of this delicious Japanese delicacy. And lucky for us, Ward Village is home to several separate sushi spots, each unique in their approach to this centuries-old cuisine, ensuring that our chopsticks are always at the ready.…
New Wave Friday Bar-B-Q!
Fall has crept into Honolulu and we’re celebrating the changing of the season with a bevy of barbecue-themed activities at New Wave Friday! We’re serving up good times, family friendly activities, live music, interactive games, and of course there’s going to be plenty of delicious barbecue-inspired dining options at New Wave Friday for the whole ‘ohana. It’s all kicking off…
Secret Sauce: Island Olive Oil
Since the early 1900s, farmers have attempted to grow olives in Hawai‘i for commercial production, but with limited success. In fact, olive trees once bore fruit in the elevated terrain on west Hawai‘i Island, but failed to take hold in Oahu’s south shore valleys. Nevertheless, we’ve all come to love the product. A modern household staple, largely due to the…
The Colorful Story Behind Shave Ice
With its bright swatches of color and perfectly chipped ice, there are few things in this world more delightful than digging into a mouth-watering shave ice on a hot afternoon in Hawaiʻi. And while many cultures have created their own take on flavored ice, Hawai’i’s variety has a unique and rich history that’s as bold as any of the flavors…
The Locavore Comes to Town
Only a few decades ago, a local-first approach to dining was practically unheard of in the islands. Scant regard was given to sourcing locally-grown produce, fruits, and meats. Historically, big ag organizations producing sugarcane and pineapple dominated the landscape in the islands and the vast majority of the food we consumed was shipped to the state from thousands of miles…
Your Gift Guide to Thanksgiving Dinner
Finding the right gift to bring to Thanksgiving can be a head-scratcher to say the least. Luckily, we’ve done the hard work for you and have drafted up a handy list of ideas that’ll ensure you’re invited back next year. Now just make sure you save some room for dessert. A Turkey Carver from Pier 1 Because there are few…