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September 2016 Events: Hawaii Tourism Conference, Suisan Food Show
Hawaii Tourism Conference HRA participated in the Hawaii Tourism Conference on Sept 27-30 at the Hawaii Convention Center. The global tourism industry was in attendance bringing together major stakeholders from around the world, celebrating Hawaii's unique culture and...
HRA New Member Spotlight: Bai
Bai is an innovative beverage company that brings great taste and better-for-you ingredients together at last. Its Bai and Bai Bubbles lines offer fresh fruit flavor and antioxidants with no artificial sweeteners and only 5 calories and 1 gram of sugar per serving. ...
Executive Director’s Message
Executive Director's Message The Hawaii Restaurant Association is grateful to represent an industry that exemplifies diversity, opportunity and leadership at all levels – and this past Monday was our chance to recognize the people who embody these qualities. On Monday...
Chairman’s Message
On Monday, September 19th, we held our 10th Annual Hall of Fame Gala Dinner, situated in the beautifully decked out Pomaika`i Ballrooms. It was great to see all the faces of the nearly 500 attendees who purchased seats and tables to support the event. The dinner was a...
Malama 808 PSA
Stop the Spread of Viruses – Practicing Food Safety
September is National Food Safety Month, and with the recent outbreak of Hepatitis A, it is especially important to understand the significance of proper food safety. In addition to the Hepatitis A virus that we are all very familiar with by now, another food-borne...
Bevy of New Restaurants Opening and Expanding
It's an exciting time to be part of the restaurant industry. With more new restaurants opening and a number of locally based group expanding, there's much optimism in the air. New operators still need to exercise caution and plan their restaurants with a conservative...
HRA New Member Spotlight: MISSION Social Hall & Cafe
MISSION Social Hall & Cafe by Pili Group 553 South King St Honolulu, HI 96813 808 447-3913 mission@thepiligroup.com MISSION Social Hall & Cafe by Pili Group is a tranquil community hub tucked away in the heart of the Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and...
What You Should Know About Hepatitis A
You may have seen or heard a lot about the spread of hepatitis A in Hawaii recently. It was reported on August 3, 2016 that 135 hepatitis A infections occurred in the last few months and as a result, the Hawaii Department of Health has launched an investigation into...