Hawaii loves to eat, and the Honolulu Star-Advertiser is proudly sponsoring the 15th Annual ‘Ilima Awards, honoring Oahu’s top eating-out places as chosen by popular ballot and a panel of our discerning food critics.

The first ‘Ilima Awards ballot appears today in the Dining Out section. Download the 2010 ‘Ilima Awards entry form.

One ballot per person. Winners will be announced in a special Star-Advertiser dining guide on Oct. 10.

The ‘Ilima Awards is a benefit for Diamond Head Theatre, which will host an awards gala Oct. 11. For tickets, call 733-0277.