
Eat Local, Shop Local
Eat Local, Shop Local
Farmers’ Markets: O‘ahu offers a farmers’ market nearly every day of the week, reflecting the island’s agricultural abundance and the creative spirit of the island’s food artisans. You’ll find a kaleidoscope of colorful fruits and vegetables, fresh caught fish, and locally raised grass-fed beef, pork, and chicken. Savor freshly brewed coffee made from Hawai‘i-raised beans and chocolate crafted from island-grown cacao. Take home island-made cookies, confections, and lots more. “Talk story” (enjoy a chat) with local farmers and food makers while learning about O‘ahu’s culinary ways. Relax, listen to music, enjoy kids’ activities, and get to know locals as they go about their weekly shopping. Hawaii Farm Bureau, FarmLovers Farmers Markets, and People’s Open Markets.
Take Home Gifts and Mementos of Aloha: Head to Nā Mea Hawai‘i for the best books, music, and DVDs focused on Hawai‘i and the Pacific along with made-in-Hawai‘i items by local artisans in wood, lauhala, Ni‘ihau shells, clothing, and more. At Nohea Gallery, discover an eclectic collection of original paintings, prints, turned bowls, koa wood pieces, glass and ceramic sculptures, jewelry, and more by local artists. Treat someone you love to premium, fresh baked confections from Honolulu Cookie Company and chocolate and coffee from beans raised at Waialua Estate. And discover a premier collection of Hawaiian and Pacific apparel, gifts, and cultural items at Pacifica, the Bishop Museum’s gift shop.
