It’s been an active decade for the Aloha State, which has been in the news a lot these past 10 years. We had our biggest volcanic eruption in recent memory; one of our own served two full terms as president of the United States, most of them in the 2010s; and Zippy’s finally expanded out […]
It may seem hard to believe Alan Wong, a James Beard Award winner and pioneer of the groundbreaking Hawaii Regional Cuisine movement, who has cooked alongside some of the world’s greatest chefs and reimagined ethnic cuisine in the Islands, would prefer to eat beef stew—“the watery, tomato-y kine, not the thick, brown kine”—than a fancy
Hawaii is unique in so many ways, from our always-tropical weather to the blending of diverse cultures. We celebrate the holiday season a little differently, too. For starters, our year-round sunshine means we can don board shorts and bikinis and go surfing on Christmas morning—and maybe even catch Hawaiian Santas throw shakas from outrigger canoes. Here
You’ve seen the suits: chic, slinky maillots with sultry lacing running up the spine and a cool mesh texture. Stylish bikinis splashed with tropical blooms in magenta and orchid-purple. Sporty two pieces with unexpected high-waist cuts and dusty natural shades. In the 11 years since Hawaii-based Acacia dove into the beachwear scene, it has amassed
My friend and I sit on wooden Adirondack chairs, basking in the sun and talking about the next few days of our Maui getaway. It’s her first time on the Valley Isle and we have a lot planned: Visiting Haleakala, cruising Upcountry, seeing the culturally significant Kukaemoku (Iao Needle). Plus, she has a foodie’s hit
Got yourself a Christmas tree yet? Maybe you’ve already pulled out the artificial one from the closet or picked up a Norfolk pine from Helemano Farms in Wahiawa on Oahu. Regardless, no Christmas tree is complete without its ornaments, and we’ve picked out a few of our favorites that might make you want to hum along to the tune
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
When three friends launched Kealopiko in 2006, creating unique T-shirt designs that showcased Hawaii’s diverse ecology and native culture—not just your typical Hawaii imagery of palm trees and hula dancers—it was a refreshing change from the usual aloha ware. They went from screenprinting small batches of shirts to full-scale production, some of it done in
It’s that time of the year when we reflect on all the things we’re thankful for. Here’s what the HAWAII Magazine staffers are most grateful for—and yes, living in the Islands is one of them. “I am thankful for all the opportunities I have been blessed with to share laughter and smiles with friends and family.” —Scott
The Mauka Ewa parking structure is your best bet at finding a stall. Photo: Courtesy of Ala Moana Center If you’re not picky about where you park, the newly constructed mega parking lot on the mauka (mountain-side) and Ewa (west-side) corner of the mall is a solid choice. There are roughly 4,500 spots here, which
The new Ewa Wing Expansion at Ala Moana Center. Photo: Courtesy of Ala Moana Center Our editorial team walked the entire 55-acre mall, which boasts more than 2 million square feet of retail space and is one of the Top 10 biggest malls in the U.S. (It’s currently still the largest outdoor mall in America.)
We know hard it can be to find the perfect gift for the holidays. So the HAWAIʻI Magazine team curated some limited-edition and exclusive products inspired by the Islands and perfect for anyone on your list, now available in our online store. Our new holiday notecards by Bradley & Lily are available online. Photo: Aaron
