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What Is Kalua Pig? How It's Made, Served, and Enjoyed in Hawaiʻi
Discover what kālua pig is, how it's traditionally cooked in an imu, what it tastes like, and how it's served with cabbage in Hawaiʻi.
Chris Iwamura
1 hour ago7 min read


Weekday Lunch Specials in Honolulu: How to Find a Good-Value Local Meal
Looking for weekday lunch specials in Honolulu? Learn how to compare local lunch deals, find good value, and plan your next meal.
Chris Iwamura
5 hours ago8 min read


Traditional Hawaiian Food vs. Local-Style Food: What's the Difference?
Learn the difference between traditional Hawaiian and local-style food, from poi and laulau to plate lunches and loco moco.
Chris Iwamura
22 hours ago5 min read


Rainbow Royal Burger in Honolulu: What's in It and Where to Find It
Discover what's inside Rainbow Drive-In's Rainbow Royal burger, how it differs from other burgers, and where to order one on Oʻahu.
Chris Iwamura
1 day ago5 min read


Rainbow Drive-In Happy Hour in Kapahulu: Hours, Menu & Ordering Guide
See Rainbow Drive-In's Kapahulu Happy Hour menu, Monday–Thursday hours, 12 specials, and how to order pickup.
Chris Iwamura
1 day ago6 min read


Hawaiian Plate Lunch Menu: What to Order at Rainbow Drive-In
Explore our Hawaiian plate lunch menu, from Mix Plate to Loco Moco, plus rice, mac salad, gravy and ordering tips.
Chris Iwamura
2 days ago8 min read


Hawaiian Macaroni Salad Recipe: How to Make Local-Style Plate Lunch Mac Salad
Make creamy Hawaiian-style macaroni salad with tender pasta, mayo, carrot, and onion. Includes easy steps, variations, and storage tips.
Chris Iwamura
2 days ago7 min read


Eating Like a Local in Honolulu: Neighborhood Food, Comfort Meals & Where to Start
Explore Honolulu's neighborhood food scene, from Kapahulu plate lunches to Chinatown markets, with tips for eating like a local.
Chris Iwamura
2 days ago7 min read
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