


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.

Waikiki’s new dining spots boost local economy and job market
Waikiki will soon welcome a variety of new dining options as several restaurants plan to open their doors. The opening of these new establishments means more job opportunities. A job fair is scheduled for Friday, August 15, to recruit employees, addressing the challenge of staffing in the restaurant industry.

Meet the Legends of Hawai‘i Dining: 2025 Hall of Fame Induction & “Chefs of Aloha” Dine-Around
The spirit of aloha will meet the flavors of Bordeaux this fall as Hawai‘i’s culinary world gathers for one of the most anticipated evenings of the year—the 17th Annual Hall of Fame Induction and “Chefs of Aloha” Dine-Around, hosted by the Hawai‘i Restaurant...
Pacific Business News – June 20, 2025 – Tech ‘now essential’ for restaurant profitability
Technology is changing the way restaurants do business, and Sheryl Matsuoka, the president and CEO of the Hawaii Restaurant Association, said that integrating technology into their operations is “no longer optional” for restaurants. Click HERE to read...