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James Beard Award-winner Alan Wong returns as consulting chef at The Kāhala Hotel & Resort, marking his first restaurant role since closing his legendary King Street location in 2020. The move represents one of the most anticipated fine-dining developments in recent Honolulu history.
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Liliha Bakery is opening its sixth location at Waikīkī Beach Walk, bringing the beloved local institution’s famous Coco Puffs to tourists for the first time. The move represents a strategic shift for the 75-year-old family business into Honolulu’s tourism center.
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The Garden Club of Honolulu transforms HoMA into a floral wonderland May 8-10 with “Imagine That!” — a sustainability-focused flower show featuring native plants and conservation education. The three-day event combines botanical artistry with environmental awareness in downtown Honolulu.
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HCDA will discuss taking project management control of sand stabilization efforts for eroding Waikiki Beach’s Kawehewehe sector. The move could streamline long-awaited erosion fixes but faces potential controversy over structure types.
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Master lei maker ‘Uncle Moki’ Labra won the Mayor’s grand prize at Kapiolani Park’s 98th Lei Day celebration, while Puamana Louise Garcia was crowned the new Lei Day Queen. Both champions plan to use their recognition to preserve and teach Hawaiian cultural traditions year-round.
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Legendary chef Alan Wong returns to Honolulu’s dining scene with a new restaurant at The Kāhala Hotel & Resort, opening in spring 2026. The menu will feature classics from his iconic King Street location that closed in 2020.
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Former Honolulu mayor Mufi Hannemann announced his retirement as HLTA president during Saturday’s Charity Walk in Waikīkī. His departure comes as Hawaii’s tourism industry faces modest growth projections for 2026 and ongoing community discussions about sustainable tourism practices.
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North Shore businesses devastated by March storms are applying for $4M in city disaster grants and microloans, with some Haleiwa shops reporting 70-100% revenue drops. A virtual info session on May 12 will help business owners access the recovery funding.
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Outrigger Hospitality Group launches $100M renovation of its Waikīkī Beach Resort, repositioning the 524-room property as a “barefoot luxury” destination celebrating surf culture. The transformation could reshape Waikīkī’s competitive hotel landscape.
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The Hawaii Senate killed legislation that would have restored dedicated tourism authority funding, leaving destination marketing underfunded as visitor growth remains modest and international demand softens.
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