Buy Local
Did you know?—There’s over a thousand locally owned maker-producer businesses on Hawaiʻi Island making everything from paddleboards to nut butters, ukuleles to vitamins, and boats to beer! Supporting our local businesses means more diverse, living-wage jobs, opportunities for entrepreneurs, reduced environmental impact, less reliance on imported goods and tourism, and a more resilient economy. It’s never been a more important time to buy local! We promote Hawaiʻi Island makers, manufacturers, producers, retailers, and locally owned businesses to help strengthen our island economy and encourage residents and visitors to support local.
More Great Buy Local Articles
The Sweetest Sweet Shack in Hilo
Hands down, the best sweets in Hilo. No joke. Pretty sure it has been established by now that I like food (see, e.g., almost every
“Fuel Up. Do Good.” Campaign Kicks Off This July!!!!
For Immediate Press Release [Hilo, Hawaii] – Hawai’i Island United Way is the latest beneficiary of Ohana Fuels’ “Fuel Up. Do Good.” program. Through this
Sport Fishing Fun
Ok, I will admit that I’m including this picture for no other reason than to prove that it is possible: 1) for me to get
Izakaya Miyo’s Bar- the Best Bites and Drinks in Town!
“Most of the time if you are a chef of any caliber you either have to start your own restaurant or jump in to an
Here’s How You Can Have a Low Waste Holiday Season This Year
Now, more than ever, we need to start becoming more environmentally conscious for the sake of future generations—this holiday season is no exception. Here are
Enjoy friends, food, and fun at Izakaya Miyo’s Bar
I’ve written previously about the amazing food made by Chef Louis and his merry band of sous chefs on the omakase menu at Izakaya Miyo’s
Honoka’a Country Market- A Must Visit for BLT Lovers
On the way to the Waipio Valley lookout (remember, the Valley itself is closed to those who do not live or work down there), the
FORC in Waimea Offers Casual Gourmet Dining
I love discovering new places on our mokupuni to indulge my foodie tendencies. I had been hearing about a place in Waimea that was set
Gab’s Garage Doors: Honesty & Reliability is Priority
Since purchasing the already established business from the original retiring owners, Lisa & Chris Silva spent the early years of their new business building a
A Great Time with Wailea Horseback Adventure
I had a horse when I was a kid. Her name was Munchie, she liked to eat a lot, and she was part of the
Sponsored
Sponsored
