‘Foodflation’ ahead of Thanksgiving
If you’re looking to put together this year’s Thanksgiving spread, it could cost a little bit more than usual this year. Prices for many Thanksgiving favorites are on the rise....
KITV – November 19, 20025: Waikiki Restaurants Struggle as Tourism Lags and Costs Rise
WAIKIKI, Hawaii (Island News) — “It is the worst I’ve seen in about two years,” said Mike Palmer, managing partner of Kuhio Avenue Food Hall. “Things have just slowed down significantly.”...
KHON2 – September 19, 2025 – Experts say both restaurants and customers should be excited for Shake Shack to come to Hawaii
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The popular burger chain Shake Shack announced it’s coming to Oahu in a couple of years. Restaurant industry leaders say the franchise coming to Hawaii could be good news for everyone....
Hawaii News Now – September 6, 2025 – What’s Cooking: Celebrating the ‘Oscars for Hawaii’s Chefs’
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – The Hawaii Restaurant Association advocates for the state’s food service industry, and each year, it honors Hawaii’s culinary leaders and pioneers. while supporting the next generation of talent. HRA President & CEO Sheryl Matsuoka...
Y. Hata completes $1M endowment to Hawaii Restaurant Association ahead of schedule
Y. Hata & Co. has fulfilled its million-dollar promise to Hawaii’s restaurant industry in record time, demonstrating its commitment to restaurant culinary businesses.