Da Best Hawaii
168 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago -An insightful look into the people, places and paradise that is Hawaii. Award-winning writer and journalist, Olena Heu chats with Hawaii folks about culture, cuisine and crafts of the islands of Aloha and so much more.
Homepage Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
Episodes
The Conservatory at Foster Botanical
July 08, 2021 00:00 - 8 minutes - 5.82 MBHome to the corpse flower and rare orchids this is a sight to see!
Every Day Better
July 06, 2021 17:00 - 5 minutes - 3.88 MBLearn about the Every Day Better movement started in Hawaii.
Every Day Better
July 06, 2021 17:00 - 5 minutes - 3.88 MBLearn about the Every Day Better movement started in Hawaii.
Ala Moana Beach Park
May 30, 2021 04:00 - 4 minutes - 2.83 MBPopular with locals and visitors learn about Ala Moana Beach Park in Honolulu.
Moli'i Ancient Fishpond
May 30, 2021 04:00 - 4 minutes - 3 MBLearn about the largest ancient still thriving fishpond in Hawaii.
Aiea Loop Trail Hike
May 13, 2021 18:00 - 4 minutes - 2.95 MBChun's Reef Surf & Beach North Shore
May 13, 2021 18:00 - 4 minutes - 3.05 MBAiea Loop Trail Hike
May 13, 2021 18:00 - 4 minutes - 2.95 MBThe Mokulua Islets of Kailua
May 13, 2021 18:00 - 4 minutes - 3.12 MBDouble Fat Ice Cream
April 13, 2021 18:00 - 5 minutes - 3.52 MBThere's a new ice cream shop in town and they are churning some delicious nostalgic Hawaii bites. Find out more about brand new Double Fat (which means double lucky) ice cream in Honolulu.
Piccola Onda
April 13, 2021 18:00 - 4 minutes - 3.44 MBLearn about this new Italian food truck located in Honolulu, serving authentic cuisine.
Piccola Onda
April 13, 2021 18:00 - 4 minutes - 3.44 MBLearn about this new Italian food truck located in Honolulu, serving authentic cuisine.
Keeping It Relle
April 13, 2021 17:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBOlena Heu chats with home baker and mom cook Relle, who shot to Insta stardom and Youtube fame recently. She makes delicious comfort foods and easy to make dishes for the family with a Hawaii twist. Learn more about Keeping It Relle.
Keeping It Relle
April 13, 2021 17:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBOlena Heu chats with home baker and mom cook Relle, who shot to Insta stardom and Youtube fame recently. She makes delicious comfort foods and easy to make dishes for the family with a Hawaii twist. Learn more about Keeping It Relle.
Who's Got Da Best Korean BBQ
April 06, 2021 21:00 - 7 minutes - 5.03 MBOlena Heu and Erik (from Eating Hawaii) chat about the best place for Korean BBQ and who has got the best kim chi too!
Food-A-Go-Go Restaurant Week is Underway
April 06, 2021 21:00 - 11 minutes - 8.25 MBOlena Heu chats with Erik Ching from Eating Hawaii about food, restaurant week and other Hawaii highlights.
New Honolulu Restaurants Now Open
April 06, 2021 21:00 - 12 minutes - 8.97 MBOlena Heu and Erik from Eating Hawaii chat about recently reopened and/or recently opened restaurants you must try in Honolulu, Hawaii.
New Honolulu Restaurants Now Open
April 06, 2021 21:00 - 12 minutes - 8.97 MBOlena Heu and Erik from Eating Hawaii chat about recently reopened and/or recently opened restaurants you must try in Honolulu, Hawaii.
He'eia Ancient Hawaii Fishpond
March 16, 2021 01:00 - 5 minutes - 3.5 MBLearn about this hundreds of years old ancient fish pond, its location and significance.
Koko Crater Hike
March 16, 2021 01:00 - 4 minutes - 3.34 MBLearn about the ancient Hawaiian history of this notorious and challenging hike in East Honolulu.
Windward Oahu's Lanikai
March 16, 2021 01:00 - 4 minutes - 3.06 MBLanikai beach and pillbox hike are famous, find out why.
Kualoa Regional Park
March 16, 2021 01:00 - 5 minutes - 3.5 MBA beautiful spot for picnics, paddling and sight seeing, learn about Kualoa park on Oahu.
Hawaii's Historic Iolani Palace
March 16, 2021 01:00 - 3 minutes - 2.77 MBThe home to Hawaiian royalty was also the first to have electricity and flushing toilets.
He'eia Ancient Hawaii Fishpond
March 16, 2021 01:00 - 5 minutes - 3.5 MBLearn about this hundreds of years old ancient fish pond, its location and significance.
Windward Oahu's Lanikai
March 16, 2021 01:00 - 4 minutes - 3.06 MBLanikai beach and pillbox hike are famous, find out why.
PURVE Cake Donuts
February 17, 2021 04:00 - 5 minutes - 3.95 MBJason Tom The Human Hawaii Beatbox
February 17, 2021 04:00 - 5 minutes - 3.85 MBLearn about Ta'ape
February 17, 2021 04:00 - 4 minutes - 3.08 MBHello 2021: Goals, Dreams, Positive Thoughts
January 12, 2021 03:00 - 10 minutes - 7.61 MBWhat is in store for 2021? How do you set and achieve your goals and what can we do to support local?
Kona Brewing Co. Hawaii Kai
January 09, 2021 22:00 - 5 minutes - 3.61 MBKnown for their fresh brews, tasty food and great service this location also offers something unlike any other pub in the islands.
HUB Co-Working Hawaii
January 09, 2021 22:00 - 6 minutes - 4.29 MBLearn about this unique Kakaako co-working space.
Da Bald Guy Food Truck
January 09, 2021 22:00 - 5 minutes - 3.9 MBMeet the man behind the Kahuku food truck known for it's delicious local plates.
HUB Co-Working Hawaii
January 09, 2021 22:00 - 6 minutes - 4.29 MBLearn about this unique Kakaako co-working space.
The Best Vet Tech Program in Hawaii
January 09, 2021 22:00 - 5 minutes - 3.57 MBLearn about Windward Community College and it's award-winning vet tech program for animal loving students.
New Local Businesses in Hawaii
January 09, 2021 22:00 - 4 minutes - 3.1 MBMeet some new local entrepreneurs starting businesses in Hawaii.
La Birria Hawaii
January 09, 2021 22:00 - 4 minutes - 3.3 MBWhat is birria tacos and why is it so popular right now?
The Best Vet Tech Program in Hawaii
January 09, 2021 22:00 - 5 minutes - 3.57 MBLearn about Windward Community College and it's award-winning vet tech program for animal loving students.
La Birria Hawaii
January 09, 2021 22:00 - 4 minutes - 3.3 MBWhat is birria tacos and why is it so popular right now?
Punahele Provisions Hawaiian Natural Baby Food
November 24, 2020 23:00 - 5 minutes - 4.11 MBLearn about this brand new all natural Hawaiian superfood baby food grown and made in Hawaii.
Raising Cane's CEO Todd Graves Hawaii Expansion
November 24, 2020 23:00 - 6 minutes - 4.23 MBMeet Todd Graves the founder and CEO of Raising Cane's which just opened its 4th location in Hawaii.
Sage Creamery Hawaiian Ice Cream
November 11, 2020 18:00 - 7 minutes - 4.94 MBMeet the makers of a brand new, small batch, craft ice creamery in Hawaii... that use local, organic products and were inspired to start the business after the death of a family member.
Meet the owners of Elena's Filipino Food
October 12, 2020 19:00 - 5 minutes - 4.06 MBA staple long regarded as the best and oldest filipino restaurant in Hawaii, meet the dynamic duo running the kitchen, restaurant and food trucks for Elena's.
Meet the owners of Elena's Filipino Food
October 12, 2020 19:00 - 5 minutes - 4.06 MBA staple long regarded as the best and oldest filipino restaurant in Hawaii, meet the dynamic duo running the kitchen, restaurant and food trucks for Elena's.
Jon Matsubara from Feast in Manoa
October 12, 2020 19:00 - 5 minutes - 3.76 MBMonday Motivation: How to get motivated, stay motivated & maintain mental health
September 28, 2020 18:00 - 10 minutes - 7.61 MBOn this episode Olena Heu chats about personal motivation, how to stay motivated and how to be accountable. She also chats about what to do with negative thoughts, what can help with your mental state and wellbeing along with some easy tips to navigate when you're feeling frustrated.
Johnny Iuzzini: Pastry Chef, Chocolate Maker and Dog Dad
September 16, 2020 20:00 - 6 minutes - 4.51 MBMeet rockstar pastry chef Johnny Iuzzini, find out why he loves pastry, what's new in his chocolate world and his latest love.
Oahu Organics: All-Natural Hawaiian Skin Care
September 16, 2020 20:00 - 6 minutes - 4.57 MBLearn about the local and organic plants and flowers used to create this amazing Hawaiian skin care line.
Chris Cosentino: Master Chef, Skateboarder & Culinary History
September 16, 2020 19:00 - 11 minutes - 7.99 MBMeet Chef Chris Cosentino learn his history, family style of cooking and what he's up to these days after writing numerous books and opening restaurants across the globe.
D.K. Kodama- Chef, Restauranteur, Aiea Boy
September 14, 2020 00:00 - 8 minutes - 6.13 MBMeet the pioneer behind Sansei, DK's Steakhouse and Vino. How did he come to create sushi, Mediterranean food and a steakhouse all his own?
D.K. Kodama- Chef, Restauranteur, Aiea Boy
September 14, 2020 00:00 - 8 minutes - 6.13 MBMeet the pioneer behind Sansei, DK's Steakhouse and Vino. How did he come to create sushi, Mediterranean food and a steakhouse all his own?