Kelli Shiroma Braiotta

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“I’ve always had a deep love for matcha,” says chef Anastacia Watson. It’s about 10 a.m. — the opening time at her latest matcha pop-up at Paiko in Kakaʻako — and there’s already a small crowd forming a line for her aesthetically pleasing matcha drinks. A chef with more than a decade of experience — including creating meals for celebrity clients — Watson launched her culinary brand, Haus of Fusion, in 2020. “I’ve made it my mission to craft unique, health-forward creations,” she says.

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Talk about a buzzing good time — without any bee stings. Kailua Honey, a brick-and-mortar that sells local honey and home goods, recently launched its bee talk story and honey tasting experience, which is held every Monday at 10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. when the retail store is closed. The business is run by owners Richard and Shiyana Wainscoat.

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To celebrate National Smoothie Day on June 21, Jamba Hawaiʻi is offering $1 smoothies from 3 to 6 p.m. This is an in-store offer only. Enjoy $1 small Strawberry Whirl or small Mango-A-Go-Go smoothies (add-ons or extras are not included in the price); limit is one per person. The deal is available at participating Jamba Hawaiʻi locations while supplies last. CONTACTJamba HawaiʻiVarious locationsjambahawaii.comInstagram: @jambahawaiiKelli Shiroma Braiotta can be reached at [email protected].

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If you’re craving a taste of Japan but have no summer trips planned, this new tempura omakase is sure to satisfy. Inaba Hanaleiʻi — sister restaurant of the popular Inaba Honolulu — offers both sushi and tempura omakase dining experiences. The tempura omakase started about two months ago and is available during lunch and dinner. The menu will change seasonally, depending on the seafood selection.

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David Yamashiro, who co-owns Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice with his wife, Ululani, vividly remembers when they were living in the Pacific Northwest prior to starting their business. “Whenever we’d go to fairs or events (in the Pacific Northwest), there would be shaved ice, or snow cones,” he says. “Whenever we’d go order it, the lines would be long, but the product wasn’t good, not compared to what we were used to.