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The most important news and updates from HRA and our trusted partners.
HRA 12th Annual Golf Tournament Recap
On behalf of the Hawaii Restaurant Association, I would like to extend my gratitude to all the golfers, sponsors, those who donated prizes, volunteers and everyone else that played a part in making this year's Annual Golf Tournament the most successful one yet! ...
HRA’s Bloomin’ to Summer Mixer Recap
The HRA’s Bloomin’ to Summer networking mixer was a hit with all of our attendees, it was a packed house! I would like to send a huge Mahalo to Paul Reynolds of Outback Steakhouse and their Hawaii Kai location for hosting the Hawaii Restaurant Association and...
New Member Profile – Aaron Kekoolani
I’m a licensed Agency Owner with Allstate Insurance we handle Property, Casualty, Life and Health insurance for both personal and commercial customers. I really enjoy being an Agent because I’m able to help so many people. Being involved in the community is important...
New federal standards for high chairs coming in 2019
Will your seating for babies be compliant? Courtesy of Nation's Restaurant News Authored by Lisa Jennings, originally published Oct 16, 2018 Millennial consumers are increasingly having babies, and restaurants are becoming more family friendly to meet their needs....
New Member Profile – Island Olive Oil Company
At Island Olive Oil Company, the focus is on high quality, fresh products that come straight from the producer. This family-owned business has been bringing small batch, specialty extra virgin olive oils and balsamic vinegars to Hawaii for over five years. Each batch...
Executive Director’s Message
On behalf of The Hawaii Restaurant Association, I would like to express my sincere appreciation to everyone who participated in this year’s Hawaii Hotel and Restaurant Show! Both attendees and exhibitors alike gave us very positive feedback. It was great to...
HMAA New Partnership brings value to HRA Members
For HRA Regular members and other qualified HRA employers throughout the state, our new benefit plan offering with HMAA will bring value to your employees and their families. Preferred Pricing Take advantage of preferred pricing through the HRA Association...
Hawaii Mocktails 2019 Event Recap
The Hawaii Restaurant Association and DTRIC Insurance partnered with the state’s best bartenders & mixologists and the winners are: Those who know how to have fun while enjoying alcohol-free beverages! Yes, HRA believes that having alcohol should be a choice. By...
The Hawaii Hotel & Restaurant Show Recap
A partnership made in Hospitality Heaven! The Hawaii Restaurant Association, The Hawaii Lodging and Tourism Association and The Honolulu Star Advertiser’s Star Events team held the premier hospitality trade show in the state at the Convention Center on May 29th and...