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Weeklong farm-to-fork Puna Culinary Festival under way in Big Island's east-tip district

posted by: Leah Montalbano and Maureen O'Connell on Mon Nov 05, 2012 at 03:34 PM Showcasing some of the Big Island’s top-notch culinary offerings, the second annual Puna Culinary Festival is under way this week in the island's easternmost district. More

Kona Coffee Cultural Festival serving up world-famous Hawaii joe, Big Island heritage

posted by: Leah Montalbano and Maureen O'Connell on Fri Nov 02, 2012 at 10:10 AM Coffee devotees — and non-caffeinated folks who just want to have fun — are gathering on the Big Island for the 42nd annual Kona Coffee Cultural Festival. The 10-day fest includes more than 30 java-related events, many of which are free. More

Restaurant Week Hawaii: deals at dozens of eateries on Oahu, Maui, Kauai, and Big Island

posted by: Leah Montalbano and Maureen O'Connell on Mon Oct 29, 2012 at 01:40 PM Returning for a fifth year, Restaurant Week Hawaii will feature special menu items and discounts at dining establishments — ranging from sophisticated cafes to island-style fast-food diners — on four islands. More

We want your picks for HAWAII Magazine’s Readers’ Choice awards

posted by: Maureen O'Connell and Leah Montalbano on Mon Oct 15, 2012 at 04:42 PM Where’s your favorite postcard-perfect place in Hawaii? Best shoreline spot for swimming and snorkeling? Share your picks, and you could win an Apple iPad plus a one-year Apple iPad Newsstand subscription to HAWAII Magazine. More

Lanai’s new owner envisions island as “laboratory for sustainability”

posted by: Leah Montalbano and Maureen O'Connell on Fri Oct 05, 2012 at 01:48 PM Months after wrapping up his purchase of all but a small slice of Lanai, Larry Ellison, co-founder and CEO of business software giant Oracle Corporation, spoke this week about his green-minded vision for the Pineapple Isle. More

Kauai’s Coconut Festival set for this weekend along island’s “Royal Coconut Coast”

posted by: Maureen O'Connell on Thu Oct 04, 2012 at 12:24 PM Kauai’s 16th annual Coconut Festival will be held at the island's eastside Kapaa Beach Park. The two-day event salutes the area dubbed “Royal Coconut Coast” for its historic ties to both Hawaiian royalty and the iconic tropical palm. More

Hawaii Fishing and Seafood Festival slated for this weekend in Honolulu

posted by: Maureen O'Connell on Wed Oct 03, 2012 at 11:32 AM The seventh annual Hawaii Fishing and Seafood Fest promotes awareness of marine conservation, ocean safety and responsible angling — all while showcasing top-notch seafood. More

Maui chef Sheldon Simeon tapped for Bravo's “Top Chef: Seattle” competition

posted by: Leah Montalbano and Maureen O'Connell on Thu Sep 20, 2012 at 08:58 AM One of Hawaii’s own top chefs, Sheldon Simeon (executive chef at Star Noodle in Lahaina, Maui) will compete with 20 other culinary contenders in the 10th season of “Top Chef,” which will premiere on Nov. 7 on the Bravo TV channel. More

“Taste of Hawaiian Range" festival slated for this week on Big Island's Kohala Coast

posted by: Leah Montalbano and Maureen O'Connell on Tue Sep 18, 2012 at 08:52 AM The 17th annual Taste of Hawaiian Range and Agricultural Festival will showcase Hawaii’s grass-fed beef industry, island ranchers, farmers, and the culinary creations of more than 30 of the state’s top chefs. More

Mainland aloha: Hawaii-themed events slated for this weekend in Las Vegas, Napa Valley

posted by: Leah Montalbano on Fri Sep 14, 2012 at 03:36 PM Hawaii culture will be celebrated this weekend at events in the Las Vegas area and in California’s Napa Valley. Both will feature traditional Hawaiian food, music, and dance. More

Aloha Festivals kicking off month-long celebration with royal court investiture

posted by: Maureen O'Connell on Thu Sep 06, 2012 at 08:10 AM Aloha Festivals, one of Hawaii's longest-running cultural celebrations, gets under way this afternoon in the Waikiki area with its Hawaiian royal court pageantry as well as opening ceremony music and hula. More

“Best of Hawaii” 2012: HAWAII Magazine's picks for best eats, must-see spots, cool stuff

posted by: Maureen O'Connell and Leah Montalbano on Tue Sep 04, 2012 at 02:41 PM HAWAII Magazine's annual "Best of Hawaii" issue is on sale now. It’s loaded with staff picks for everything from our favorite places and eats to activities and fun items, from intriguing objects to pursuits just too amusing to leave off the list. More

West Maui’s Kaanapali Fresh to spotlight inventive island cuisine, evening concerts

posted by: Maureen O'Connell and Leah Montalbano on Thu Aug 30, 2012 at 01:41 PM The inaugural Kaanapali Fresh — a three-day event showcasing Maui’s culinary artistry, island culture, popular music, and activities ranging from parasailing to a coffee farm tour — is slated to get under way tomorrow. More

And the winner of HAWAII Magazine’s Aloha Festivals Oahu Flyaway contest is…

posted by: Maureen O'Connell on Wed Aug 29, 2012 at 06:09 PM Congratulations to Joann Hoxha of Burlington, Mass.! Joann and her husband, Dritan Hoxha, will be Oahu-bound next month as the winners of our HAWAII Magazine’s Aloha Festivals Flyaway sweepstakes. More

Made in Hawaii Festival showcasing island-made, island-grown goods

posted by: Maureen O'Connell on Fri Aug 17, 2012 at 06:15 AM The 18th annual fest, which gets under way today in Honolulu, features nearly 400 exhibitors selling everything from trendy tropical clothes to food and furnishings. All goods must be tagged with the state's “Made in Hawaii” label. More

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