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Local, State and National news about the Hawaii Restaurant Association and its members.
KHON2 – March 23, 2024 – Restaurant, retail, pet experts provide tips on Easter preparations
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Easter is almost a week away and retail, restaurant and even pet experts said now is the time to prepare. Local restaurants are getting ready for yet another foodie holiday. From Easter brunch to dinner, the Hawaii Restaurant Association said many...
KHON2 – March 20, 2024 – Industry trends showcased at Hawaii Hotel and Restaurant Show
HONOLULU (KHON2) — From robot servers to machines that can make 100 sushi rolls an hour, all were on display at the Hawaii Hotel & Restaurant Show at the Blaisdell Exhibition Center on Wednesday, March 20....
KHON2 – March 20, 2024 – Hawaii Hotel & Restaurant Show takes over the Blaisdell
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The two-day Hawaii Hotel & Restaurant Show kicked off this morning showcasing the latest in the hospitality industry. Their mission is to effectively connect members of the restaurant, hotel, and hospitality industry with businesses that exist...
IslandNews – March 17, 2024 – Hawaii Hotel & Restaurant Show This Week in Honolulu
HONOLULU (Island News) Sheryl Matsuoka, Hawaii Restaurant Association, Executive Director and Chef Goran Streng, Culinary Consultant for Chef Zone were on Good Morning Hawaii, Sunday to talk about the Hawaii Hotel & Restaurant Show....
MidWeek – March 13, 2024 – Building On Good Foundations
The hospitality industry is in good hands because of people like Sheryl Matsuoka and Jared Higashi, and the educational foundations they represent. They may not be household names, but Sheryl Matsuoka and Jared Higashi are among those who labor diligently in the...
IslandNews – March 11, 2024 – Hana Kitchens empowers small businesses in Hawaii
HONOLULU (Island News) -- Hana Kitchens in Honolulu recently showcased renovations. The Downtown business provides kitchen spaces for culinary talents in our community. Hana Kitchens in downtown Honolulu is more than just a shared space, it provides growth for small...
KHON2 – February 19, 2024 – Hawaii residents feel price surge for food at grocery stores and restaurants
If you’re surprised by high prices at the grocery store, you are not alone. National data showed that grocery shopping and dining out are more expensive than a year ago....
KHON2 – February 17, 2024 – Outback Steakhouse leaves Hawaii
As of Sunday, Feb. 18, all Outback Steakhouse locations will be closing their doors in Hawaii permanently, notice of their closure shocks staff. https://www.khon2.com/local-news/outback-steakhouse-leaves-hawaii-notice-of-their-closure-shocks-staff/
KHON2 – February 9, 2024 – Football Lovers and Lovebirds to Flock Local Restaurants
It’s a big weekend for football lovers and lovebirds, local restaurants are expected to be busy with Sunday’s Big Game and early celebrations of Valentine’s Day. Business owners said this weekend is needed after a slower-than-normal start of the year....