This classic Hawaiian treat was introduced by the Japanese. JoJo’s has been slinging these sweet cold concoctions since 1992. Wait in epic lines for thin shaved ice topped with favorite flavors like banana, liliko’i, or bubble gum, atop haupia ice cream. A junior size should satisfy most sweet spots.

Chef Tom Pickett trained at the Culinary Institute of America before opening this local favorite almost 30 years ago. Still going strong in Kilauea’s Kong Lung Center, Pickett works magic with sugar and flour, mixing ingredients into decadent treats. Grab coffee and lilikoi muffins in the morning, thick island style pies mid-day, or late afternoon mac nut chocolate chip pie....

This historic outdoor shopping area blends sophistication with simplicity. At the entrance an honor system flower shop and a funny cockatoo greet you. Stroll through the historic photography exhibit. Check out the goodies at Island Soap Works, the carved koa home accents at the Kong Lung Gallery, and the women’s island ware at Banana Patch Studios. Cap the visit off...

There’s nothing like some scrumptious coconut mac nut gelato after a day at the beach. This sweet shop provides just the right touch of cool on a hot day. They also serve mac nut butter sugar free gelato, tropical fruit sorbetto, coffee and shakes. Plan to visit around 5pm on Thursdays when the free Tahitian hula performance takes over the...