This Honeylicious Ice Cream is the Perfect Way to Cool Off This Summer

When the summer heat strikes, few things taste as good as a cool bowl of ice cream. This summer, serve up bowls of this delicious Salty Honey Ice Cream. The recipe is simple to follow and results in a treat that will have everyone asking for seconds. You’ll love how the saltiness balances out the […]

3 Good Reasons to Indulge in Dark Chocolate Every Day

Have you ever thought chocolate would be even more enjoyable if you didn’t feel guilty every time you bit into a bar? Actually, as long as you’re eating good quality dark chocolate, you don’t have to feel bad for indulging. There are plenty of good reasons to snack on a little dark chocolate every day. […]

How Queen Bees Keep Colonies Strong and Diverse

At Hawaii’s Local Buzz, we give all of the credit for our raw honey from Hawaii to its real producers — the bees. They are amazing creatures, these buzzing little workers. Their complex social structures within the hive never cease to amaze. There is one honey bee in every colony whose role is often understated: […]

Give Your Summer Salads Extra Pizazz With This Honey Lime Vinaigrette

In the hot summer months, a fresh salad can really hit the spot. For the tastiest salad around, try using this homemade Honey Lime Vinaigrette dressing atop of your greens. It’s tangy, refreshing, and healthy, especially when made with our raw honey from Hawaii. You’ll need: 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (you will need about […]

Try Macadamias Instead of Pine-Nuts for a Tasty Creamy Pesto

Fresh, green pesto is delicious on pasta, salads and sandwiches. Most pestos are made with pine nuts, which add creaminess and a hint of earthy flavor. However, if you love creamy, natural pesto, there’s an even better choice: make yours with macadamia nuts instead. This drool-worthy macadamia nut recipe will soon become a family favorite! […]

Pretend You’re on a Tropical Vacation This Summer With Our New Cookies

If a trip to Hawaii just isn’t in the cards this year, we have the perfect suggestion for creating a little tropical adventure in your own home: enjoy a package of tropical shortbread cookies from Hawaii’s Local Buzz! Made with tropical ingredients like pineapple and macadamia nuts, every bite will remind you of the warm island breeze and […]

Caught a Summer Cold? Make Tasty Natural Honey Cough Drops

Whenever the weather changes, people tend to develop colds. If you’ve been suffering from the summer sniffles and sneezes, we have just the thing to cure what ails you: homemade cough drops. Made with natural, raw honey to suppress coughs and boost your immune system, these cough drops will give your body the strength it […]

Prevent Homeless Parrots by Deeply Considering Before You Adopt One

They’re cute, colorful, and have a reputation for being able to talk. Parrots are brilliant creatures, but far too many people fail to recognize just how much work they require as pets. Thus, thousands of parrots are neglected or abandoned by their owners each year. If you’re in love with these birds’ beauty, it’s essential […]

See the Gorgeous Fiery Show of Kilauea’s Lava Overflow

The lava overflow on Kilauea is a spectacular sight to see. Though the volcano has been continuously erupting for about 30 years, it has had ups and downs in terms of activity — and right now, the lava flow is more remarkable than it has been for the past century. Near the Halema’uma’u crater, there […]

Whiskey and Chocolate: a Match Made in Heaven

If you enjoy a good glass of whiskey, there’s only one thing better — pairing your whiskey with delicious chocolate, and perhaps some espresso. Scotch whisky is aged in oak barrels, which gives it complex flavors and subtle nuances that the chocolate helps accentuate. Other whiskies are also delightful when paired with various chocolate treats. […]