ASD icon blue inverse lighter

ASD Staff

Daily Smile

"Golden Retrievers are so athletic, I bet he loves to play fetch..."

Smile 26 1 13

<title>Daily Smiles: Tuesday, January 13, 2026</title>

Daily Smiles: Tuesday, January 13, 2026

 &quot;Golden Retrievers are so athletic, I bet he loves to play fetch...&quot; 

Stephanie Salmons Headshot

Stephanie Salmons

Business & Tourism

Veteran hospitality exec Kimberly Agas, the longtime general manger of Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, has a new role at the family-friendly Ko Olina resort.

Agas, who was in the GM position for more than a decade, has been named executive director, a newly created role Aulani says reflects the "continued growth of her leadership and the resort's impact in Hawai‘i."

Born and raised on O‘ahu, Agas, who attended Kamehameha Schools, says she's been working in Hawai‘i's hospitality and visitor industry for more than 35 years, having held leadership roles across resort operations and broader industry involvement.

She joined Aulani in 2011 and had the "opportunity to open the resort, continue to see it grow and really work with this team and the community over the last 15 years," Agas told Aloha State Daily.

has "focused on delivering exceptional guest experiences, supporting local employment by creating meaningful career opportunities for Hawai‘i residents and expanding programs that foster professional growth and mentorship," a recent announcement from the resort notes. "Agas has also championed initiatives that integrate cultural education and environmental responsibility into the guest experience, including conservation and preservation efforts that reflect Aulani’s deep connection to place."

She'll continue to lead resort operations and expand her oversight to include broader strategic initiatives that aim to "

strengthen Aulani Resort’s connections to the local community and hospitality industry," the announcement states.

Agas says she started as a resort manager, grew into the general manager position and now the executive director role. Along with working with organizations like the Hawai‘i Lodging & Tourism Association and the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority — she's currently the co-chair of the HTA Advisory Board of Directors and chair of its Branding Committee — Agas told ASD, "it's just been a really great, great opportunity to be in this hospitality industry."

She previously worked with former vice president of operations Elliot Mills, but Agas, who became general manager in 2015, says since his retirement she has been trying to balance the work he did locally as well as her role, "then blending the two, which has been a lot and I've enjoyed it, but it is time now for us to hire a general manager."

Agas says the general manager will continue to focus on day-to-day operations at the resort — and there's plenty going on.

"Besides things [like] the front office and housekeeping, we have recreation, we have entertainment. On the entertainment side, ... we have animal programs, we have a childcare program. We have photography," she says. "There's a lot of different components here at the resort operations that the general manager will continue to take care of. I will continue to stay on with doing some of the community events, helping with some of the organizations that I currently serve on."

For her part, Agas says she'll also continue to manage others areas, like sales and marketing, public affairs and human resources, along with her other community and government affairs work.

And with the resort now 15 years old, Agas says Aulani also is in the planning phase of a large rehab project that will kick off in the future.

"That's also taking a lot of time, and I am helping to head that with my partners, which also includes Walt Disney Imagineering as we think about the rooms, so there's a lot of projects that still continue to go on, so ... we will continue to keep some of the work with the executive director and some of that work will be with the general manager."

As for the new general manager, the announcement says ideal candidates will have at least 10 years of progressive hospitality leadership experience, with a preference of five or more years in Hawai‘i. Learn 

Agas, though, says key qualities would be someone who's "passionate about what we do in hospitality, continuing to be a part of our Hawai‘i destination, where visitors are going to seek us out as some place that is not just to have some fun — more than just the sun-and-surf destination — but really some place that people will come because of our culture, wanting to understand the special place that Hawai‘i is, and we can share our culture, creating those unique experiences."

One of West O‘ahu's largest employers with more than 1,700 employees, or cast members, the 832-room Aulani opened in 2011 and sits on 21 oceanfront acres in Ko Olina. Its Ka Wa‘a 

Lū‘au celebrates its 10th anniversary this year.

For the latest news of Hawai‘i, sign up 

Executive Director Kimberly Agas Courtesy of Aulani a Disney Resort Spa

<title>Kimberly Agas promoted to new leadership role at Aulani</title>

Agas, who has been general manager of the Disney resort in Ko Olina for the past decade, is now executive director, a newly created position.

Kimberly Agas promoted to new leadership role at Aulani

Square Mike Brestovansky Headshot RGZ3736 Large

Michael Brestovansky

Crime & Courts

Igor Lytvynchuk, the Washington man charged with throwing a rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal, had his first court appearance in Honolulu on Wednesday.

Lytvynchuk, 38, appeared in U.S. District Court to plead "not guilty" to two charges of illegal taking of an endangered marine mammal. Those charges stem from 

 on May 5 when a man — later identified by investigators as Lytvynchuk — was recorded on video hurling a rock at a monk seal on a Maui beach, seemingly only narrowly missing the animal’s head.

As any form of harassment of an endangered seal violates both the Endangered Species Act and the Marine Mammal Protection Act, that single rock incurred two charges. Both charges are misdemeanor offenses, carrying a maximum possible sentence of one year in prison each, although Magistrate Judge Rom Trader told Lytvynchuk Wednesday that there is no guarantee, if he is found guilty, that he will face the full maximum sentence.

Lytvynchuk was arrested May 13 near Seattle by special agents of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Following an initial court appearance in Washington, the case was transferred to the District of Hawai‘i.

Lytvynchuk had little opportunity to speak at Wednesday’s hearing, confirming in one or two words that he understood Trader’s description of the legal process ahead of him. While his “not guilty” plea drew murmurs from the several dozen people in the gallery, he made no statement about his actions during or after the hearing.

However, a lawyer for Lytvynchuk had previously told media that Lytvynchuk had supposedly believed the seal to be a sea lion threatening sea turtles.

Trader ordered Lytvynchuk to be released on an unsecured $25,000 bond with several conditions, including that Lytvynchuk surrender his passport and all travel documents, that he not change addresses without approval from his pretrial officer, and that his travel is restricted to the Western District of Washington — a U.S. court district covering the state west of the Cascade Mountains — and O‘ahu for court purposes only.

Furthermore, when on O‘ahu, Lytvynchuk is prohibited from accessing any beaches or approaching any marine wildlife, Trader said.

“I think that’s an appropriately tailored restriction, given the circumstances,” Trader said.

Failing to comply with these conditions could result in a warrant for Lytvynchuk’s arrest and put him in jail until trial.

Lytvynchuk is also required to be present at future court hearings. However, Trader said he is inclined to waive that requirement for certain minor hearings and allow Lytvynchuk to appear remotely.

For example, the next hearing date is scheduled for June 9, where attorneys for both sides will set a mutually agreeable trial date and other deadlines. Trader agreed with Lytvynchuk’s attorney Sean Fitzsimmons that Lytvynchuk’s physical presence at that hearing will not be necessary.

Screenshot 2026 05 27 at 3 58 24 PM 16x9

<title>Lytvynchuk pleads 'not guilty' in monk seal case</title>

Igor Lytvynchuk will be barred from O‘ahu beaches as his court case over an alleged attack on a Hawaiian monk seal continues.

Lytvynchuk pleads 'not guilty' in monk seal case

Katie Helland Headshot

Katie Helland

Arts & Entertainment

Food & Dining

The Hawaiʻi Food and Wine Festival is set to return this fall with this theme: traditions and heritage. Last week, the festival announced 11 events, including ones on Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi Island and Maui, as part of a launch event held at the Prince Waikīkī.

This year, the festival’s theme reflects on the cultural roots of Hawaiʻi’s culinary and agricultural communities and celebrates local farmers, ranchers, fishers and chefs.

Denise Yamaguchi, the chief executive officer of Hawai‘i Food and Wine Festival and the Hawai‘i Ag & Culinary Alliance, is looking forward to the evolution of the Feast Summit. 

The conversations that began during our inaugural Feast Summit last year were so impactful that they led to the creation of Feast: Dish & Dialogue, our podcast series that extended those discussions far beyond the conference itself," she told ASD via email after the May 22 launch event. "Through conversations with chefs, educators, farmers, hospitality leaders and innovators, the podcast reinforced something we deeply believe — that food and culinary belong at the center of the plate when we talk about Hawai‘i’s future."

Proceeds from tickets support culinary education and workforce development, as well as local agriculture and sustainability initiatives. To date, the festival has raised more than $5.2 million for these causes.

Now in its 16th year, the festival originally started with a three-day culinary event co-founded by James Beard Award-winning chefs 

“When Roy and I first started the festival, we wanted to create opportunities for the next generation coming up behind us,” Wong told attendees at the launch event. “One of the most meaningful things we've seen is the impact of the festival on culinary students here in Hawaiʻi. This past year, students had the opportunity to work side-by-side with world-renowned chefs, asking questions, observing technique, helping execute events, and building relationships that can shape the course of their careers. I wish I had that opportunity when I was going to school. What makes the festival special is that students aren't just watching from the sidelines, they're interacting directly with mentors and industry leaders from around the world.”

The festival is a program of the Hawaiʻi Ag & Culinary Alliance, a nonprofit that spotlights Hawaiʻi as a world-class culinary destination and supports the farmers, chefs and students who call Hawaiʻi home.

Here are the upcoming events, listed by island:

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"},{"type":"bold"}],"text":"Hawai‘i Island"}]

Second Annual Cuisines of the Sun Golf Classic

Hosted by Alan Wong; Presented by HPM Design Centers

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"Friday, Oct. 16"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"Mauna Kea Golf Course "}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"},{"type":"bold"}],"text":"Smoked, Shucked & Cured"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"Saturday, Oct. 17"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"6 p.m. – 9:00 p.m."}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"Mauna Kea Beach Hotel"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":" "}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"},{"type":"bold"}],"text":"O‘ahu"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"},{"type":"bold"}],"text":"Feast Summit"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"Thursday, Nov. 5"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"9 a.m. – 4:45 p.m."}]

Speakers and session topics will be announced in June

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"Sheraton Waikīkī Beach Resort"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"},{"type":"bold"}],"text":"Culture in AgriCULTURE"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"Presented by Kamehameha Schools"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"Friday, Nov. 6"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"9 a.m. – 1 p.m."}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"Kāko‘o ‘Ōiwi"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"},{"type":"bold"}],"text":"24K Magic"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"6 p.m. – 9 p.m."}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"‘Alohilani Resort Waikīkī Beach"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"},{"type":"bold"}],"text":"The Greatest Hits"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"Presented by Hawaiian Airlines"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"Saturday, Nov. 7"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"Kapi‘olani Community College Great Lawn"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"},{"type":"bold"}],"text":"The Breakfast Club"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"Sunday, Nov. 8"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"11 a.m. – 1 p.m."}]

Hyatt Regency Waikīkī Beach Resort and Spa 

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"},{"type":"bold"}],"text":"BTS: Beyond the Seoul"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"5 p.m. – 9 p.m."}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"Halekulani Hotel"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"},{"type":"bold"}],"text":"Maui"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"Presented by First Hawaiian Bank"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"Friday, Oct. 23"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"Kāʻanapali Golf Course"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"Saturday, Oct. 24"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"Sunday, Oct. 25"}]

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":"Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows"}]

For the latest news of Hawai‘i, sign up 

Hawaiʻi Food and Wine Festival

<title>Hawaiʻi Food and Wine Festival announces line-up</title>

The festival features renowned chefs across three Islands this year. Learn about the 11 events the festival announced on Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi Island and Maui.

Hawaiʻi Food and Wine Festival announces line-up

IMG 1445

Rick Hamada

Columnists

A press conference was held this week in Los Angeles County with ties directly to Honolulu.

a Honolulu judge sentenced a notorious road rage driver to seven years in prison,

 his victims in California said he did not get enough time there.

Two of the women attacked by Nathaniel Radimak, 39, held a press conference in Los Angeles Tuesday with their high-powered attorney, Gloria Allred, in which 

, and criticized their own. Radimak was convicted of eight road rage crimes in California, where he was called the “Tesla road rage driver." Although he was convicted for his crimes there, his California victims still feel violated by their own judicial system which allowed him to commit violent crimes here in the Pacific. 

Nathaniel Radimak was arrested in Hawai‘i last year for a road rage incident and accused of assaulting a woman and her 18-year-old daughter. This past Thursday, after pleading no contest, 

 to seven years in prison. Before the Hawaii assault, Radimak was sentenced to five years in prison for multiple assault counts connected to road rage in Los Angeles County but was released after serving less than a year due to prison overcrowding. Some of the road rage incidents were caught on camera.

It's not often an incident unites the people of Hawai‘i.

The local news reports featuring video of Radimak punching the local victims through their parked car window incited all who saw the violent encounter. In addition, the video footage of Radimak attacking a female at an East O‘ahu gym further cemented the anger at this individual. When California media released video of Radimak attacking motorists on the freeway in Los Angeles, it was a pure affirmation of the sheer capacity of violence he possessed. If there is one positive element of this story, it's the fact that nobody lost their life.

[{"type":"text","text":"What is the reality of road rage on our streets?"}]

Road rage is at an all-time high, with up to 79% to 96% of U.S. drivers experiencing aggressive driving or road rage incidents annually. Over half of all motorists admit to actively expressing road rage behavior, such as swearing or cutting off other drivers, and the number of fatal crashes linked to aggressive driving has nearly tripled over the past decade, per an AI overview. 

The rise of social media has given motorists new ways to vent their driving-related frustrations. Back in 2016, the Auto Insurance Center analyzed 65,535 Instagram posts #RoadRage to find out where, when, and why American drivers are feeling most aggravated. According to its analysis, Hawai‘i was No. 1 in U.S. "The center logged 5,872 posts per 100,000 drivers in Hawaii. Compare that to California, which came in second with a ratio of just 3,506 posts per 100,000 drivers," 

If you're on the road as a driver or a passenger, it's likely that you have contended with different degrees of road rage here at home. It seems as if it's been a part of driving life for as long as I can remember but the intensity, randomness and, yes, verbal and even physical violence has never been more profound.

People looking for solutions are looking first at HPD.

I came across this story posted on The Honolulu Police Department's Facebook page:

"There are only so much the police can do … Many years ago, I merged on to the H-1 and went into the center lane. A lady pulled up next to me and was shaking her fist at me with so much anger on her face, and I could tell she was cursing. I just kept driving and didn’t look back at her. She eventually pulled off the freeway, but it took me a while before I stopped shaking," posted one driver.

"When we lived in ‘Aiea, I turned on to Moanalua by ‘Aiea Elementary but misjudged the speed of a car coming off the freeway and he didn’t like that because he followed me to the post office nearby. I know because he had a red sports car with a vanity plate. I think he followed me to another quick stop. Instead of going home I drove to the Pearl City Police Station, something I had heard I should do. I didn’t have a cell phone then. The man stopped following me, but I was still so freaked out I went inside and explained what happened to the officer. I knew there wasn’t anything he could do, but he was gracious and let me sit there until I calmed down," posted another.

[{"type":"text","marks":[{"type":"textStyle"}],"text":" Why are there road ragers?"}]

You might be pretty cool and collected at home, at the office or even at public events, but as soon as you get behind the wheel of a car, truck or van, you lose your mind. Listen, I get it. Driving in this town can be frustrating. I am bewildered at some of the shenanigans some drivers make. I, too, will give a good, "Aarrrggghhhh!" when dealing with drivers' ... stuff.

I've mentioned in this space previously that others cannot make you feel bad. You have control over yourself and your emotions. If you lose control, then that's on you and you cannot blame others. If you find the words or actions of others propel you to losing your temper thereby "making" you to lash out verbally and physically then 

 have to look in the mirror and ask yourself, why? Yes, easier said than done, but if you can't stop losing control then you need to seek help.

There are two sides to every story. If you're on the other side driving and acting like a complete buffoon, well, you got issues, too.

Here are some of the actions on the road that can understandably cause great frustration:

We live in a world that has never been as divided as we are now. You say black, I say white and rarely can we find that gray area where there is a compromise. I hope someday we can get back to singing out of the same hymnal even though they be different verses.

In the meantime, do you think we can start with one thing in the eventual possibility of achieving what the late Rodney King tearfully requested many years ago, "Can't we all just get along?"

[{"type":"text","text":"Don't drive angry."}]

road rage I Stock 599960098 16x9 Large

<title>Hamada: Road rage justice served</title>

Hawai‘i has a reputation for being soft on crime but recently, victims of a multi-state road rager in California held a press conference to thank Hawai‘i for serving a tougher sentence on him than their own state had. Now, can we do something about the road ragers still among us?

Hamada: Road rage justice served

Kelli Shiroma Braiotta Headshot

Kelli Shiroma Braiotta

There’s a new Indian and Nepali restaurant in Windward O

 opened earlier this year in the former Kogi Aina space in 

. The eatery currently serves popular Indian dishes, but plans to expand its menu to include more Nepali cuisine.

The menu is huge and features a variety of appetizers, curries, tandoor specials, breads and vegetarian friendly dishes.

The popular chicken momo features steamed dumplings; choose from chili and jhol (tomato-based) sauces. The dumplings are filled with onions, cabbage and cilantro, along with Nepali spices. 

Other popular appetizers include vegetable samosas ($6.99) — golden fried pastries filled with spiced potatoes — and vegetable momo ($12.99).

Chicken, lamb, shrimp and vegetarian-friendly curries are available. We’re told the chicken tikka masala ($19.99) — grilled chicken in creamy tomato gravy — butter chicken ($19.99) and the lightly spiced shrimp curry ($20.99) are customer favorites.

Popular vegetarian-friendly curries include chana masala ($15.99) — chickpeas simmered in spiced gravy — saag paneer ($17.99), which includes spinach and paneer (Indian cottage cheese), and vegetable korma ($15.99), which features a creamy, nut-based curry.

All curries come with a side of basmati rice. Customers can always add a side of housemade naan ($3.99 to $6.99) a la carte; the eatery’s garlic ($4.99) and garlic cheese naan ($6.99) are the two bestsellers.

Everest Grill’s biryani ($16.99-$21.99) comes highly recommended. The dish features basmati rice cooked with flavorful spices and vegetables, along with your choice of meat (chicken, lamb or shrimp).

The eatery also offers specialty tandoor and grill dishes, which are delivered to your table on sizzling platters. So far, the tandoori chicken ($17.99), lamb chops ($33.99) and lamb boti kebabs ($22.99) have been customer favorites.

The latter features tender lamb chunks that are marinated in spices and served with a creamy yogurt dip. The lamb isn’t overly gamey, and the creamy yogurt dip balances its meaty flavor.

Everest Grill’s selection of desserts and drinks include pista kulfi ($4.99), or creamy pistachio ice cream; gulab jamun ($4.99), or dough balls served in a sugar syrup; and refreshing mango lassi ($4.99).

The eatery is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesdays to Mondays (closed Tuesdays) for dine-in and takeout. There’s limited customer parking in the eatery’s lot.

Open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesdays to Mondays (closed Tuesdays)

Everest Grill lunch spread 051926

<title>Everest Grill offers Indian and Nepali cuisine in Windward Oʻahu</title>

The eatery, located in the former space of Kogi Aina in Kāneʻohe, opened earlier this year. Customers can enjoy a variety of popular Indian dishes, ranging from chicken momo and vegetable samosas to biryani and tandoor specialties.

Everest Grill offers Indian and Nepali cuisine in Windward Oʻahu

 is known for its contemporary cuisine with Island flavors, but it’s also home to a speakeasy.

The IYKYK — “If you know, you know” — speakeasy is tucked away within the Kaimukī eatery. It opened last fall.

You can make reservations for the speakeasy by calling the restaurant directly; online reservations are not available.

Non-speakeasy members are limited to a 90-minute reservation time. Memberships to the speakeasy cost a one-time fee of $250; the physical membership card must be presented at each visit. Benefits include priority reservations for the speakeasy, priority seating, birthday perks and surprise offers, priority access to exclusive experiences (wine and bourbon tastings and curated culinary events), and more.

The speakeasy also features a IYKYK Thursday special, in which customers can get the membership for a discounted price of $150 (the offer includes a guided tour of the speakeasy and complimentary “I Know” cocktail with the purchase of any featured food item).

The speakeasy has its own tapas menu, which features a rotating selection of dishes. During our visit, tapas included Molten Bay crab cakes ($19.50), truffle fries ($13.50), Catalan albondigas ($15), and spicy cucumber salad ($13).

The Molten Bay crab cakes were fried to a golden brown and were served with Old Bay aioli for dipping. The savory truffle fries were topped with shaved Parmesan, truffle oil and a fresh herb mix.

﻿Meanwhile, the Catalan albondigas ($15) — hand-rolled Spanish beef meatballs — were simmered in a saffron-tomato sauce with roasted mac nuts and parsley. The spicy cucumber salad ($13) boasted a kick, thanks to the housemade Gochugaru sesame soy marinade.

The tapas menu changed since our visit. It now includes dishes like midnight musubi arancini ($12) — crispy fried rice arancini with a filling of Spam and molten cheese, served with Gochugaru-spiced marinara — the cellar board for two ($38) and shrimp skewers with a miso butter glaze ($14). The cellar board is a charcuterie board that includes sliced meats and baked brie; it’s designed to complement wine, whiskey and late-night cocktails.

You can still order from the restaurant’s full cocktail menu. Choose from signature options like the Smoking Pig ($19.50) — house branded specialty Crooked Crown bourbon that’s aged in wine barrels and garnished with a crispy bacon strip and cherry — Aperol Spritz ($17.50), and smoked rosemary mezcal margarita ($19).

The Smoking Pig boasts notes of oak and subtle fruit. It’s a crowd favorite due to its complex flavor and “smoking” presentation. The Aperol Spritz is ideal for those who prefer effervescent flavors, as it comprises Aperol, elderflower liqueur, fresh strawberries and champagne.

Even if you’re enjoying cocktails in the speakeasy, you can still order food from The Surfing Pig’s dine-in menu. Popular options include creamy brussels sprouts ($15), Billionaire bacon ($14), and center-cut boneless pork loin ($36).

The IYKYK speakeasy is open during the restaurant’s regular business hours (4 to 9 p.m. Mondays to Wednesdays, 4 to 10 p.m. Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 to 9 p.m. Sundays).

The Surfing Pig speakeasy entrance 051226

<title>The Surfing Pig has a hidden speakeasy</title>

The Kaimukī eatery is also home to an “if you know, you know” speakeasy, which opened last fall. Customers must call the restaurant to make reservations for the speakeasy.

Daily Smiles: Tuesday, January 13, 2026

ASD Staff

More in Daily Smile

Daily Smile: Thursday, May 28, 2026

Daily Smile: Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Daily Smile: Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Daily Smile: Monday, May 25, 2026

Most read

Daily Smiles: Tuesday, January 13, 2026

Authors

ASD Staff

More in Daily Smile

Daily Smile: Thursday, May 28, 2026

Daily Smile: Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Daily Smile: Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Daily Smile: Monday, May 25, 2026

Most read