Looking for something from Hawaiʻi to put in your Christmas stockings this year? Here are 10 Islands-inspired stocking stuffers that will make Christmas morning merry and bright. 1. Mele Gift Tin, Honolulu Cookie Co. This small tin ($8.95) features six premium pineapple-shaped, buttery shortbread cookies in a beautifully designed box by local designer Jana Lam. […]
Coconut, or nui in ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi (Hawaiian language), arrived in Hawaiʻi via canoes sailed by Polynesian voyagers roughly 4,500 years ago. Native Hawaiians considered the coconut tree to be the god Kū in physical form. For them, coconut water was sacred and therefore used for important ceremonies and rituals. Many of the coconut trees’ ancient
In Hawaiʻi, that gentle feeling of aloha is everything. It’s in the way we speak to one another and how kamaʻāina interact with the world. And it also shows itself in the products we make. So whether you’re looking for a uniquely Hawaiʻi souvenir or just feel like getting a gift for yourself, here are a few items—from Island-themed
You know who they are. The impossible friends and family members on your shopping list. Well, we’ve got you this year. No matter who is on your list, these gifts will make you look like the Gift Whisperer. That’s right, this is the list. Lydgate Farms You know chocolate–covered macadamia nuts. Maybe you’ve packed your bags with them on previous trips to the Islands. But we
Who doesn’t love food? So give the gift that anyone—but especially those foodies on your list—will cherish. Or at least eat. 1. Kōloa Kaua’i Cacao Rum, Kōloa Rum Co. Photo: Courtesy of Big Island Candies The Hilo-based company recently released new locally inspired treats, including a dark chocolate-covered coffee brownie, piña colada shortbread cookies and coconut
Not done with your Christmas shopping? We feel you. Here’s a list of 22 Hawaii-inspired, island-themed gifts for anyone on your shopping list—including you. For Kids Keiki Kaukau Wooden Food Play Set Photo: Courtesy of Hawaii Says Hi Kauai-based Hawaii Says Hi has a slew of great locally made gifts, from handcrafted soaps to extra-large
Photo: Courtesy of Flip Flop Makers Design your own slippers (or flip flops) at this family-owned business, which started in 2011 on Hawaii Island. (The business is now called Flip Flop Makers, but the Ala Moana store still bears the original name.) You can customize a pair with adornments—flowers, cute animals, jewels—to the straps, too. Kids will
If you haven’t heard of Harumi Kurihara, you might want to Google her. Photo: Courtesy of Big Island Candies Harumi’s Hawaiian Salt Cookies ($18.95 for a dozen) will be available at Big Island Candies’ shop at Ala Moana Center in Honolulu starting on May 10—just in time for Mother’s Day. (If you’re in town then,
Fun fact: Hawaii is the only state where cacao trees grow, and many local chocolate companies are using Island-grown chocolates in their candies and treats. Here’s how your favorite chocolate companies stacked up in this year’s Readers’ Choice Awards. 1. Hawaiian Host This company, which started in 1927, was the pioneer of the now-iconic chocolate-covered
