August 2010

Features
	Poke: Past and Present For locals, few things say “home” as much as poke. Here’s the story of the evolution of this quintessential Hawaii food. Martha Cheng; Photography by Olivier Koning
	Ancient Hula Hawaiian Style Nearly a dozen vintage recordings of mele (songs or chants) for ancient hula have been resurrected, remastered and compiled on a new album, Ancient Hula Hawaiian Style, Volume 1: Hula Kuahu. Jenny Quill
	10 Places You Can't Go in Hawaii Hawaii is full of amazing places. Most of them you’re free to visit, but there are a few where you’re just not allowed. Here’s a peek into Hawaii’s coolest off-limits corners. Michael Keany
	Waiter, There's a Critter in My Wine Why did the chicken cross the road? To be featured on a wine label, of course. But what’s really behind the fad of naming wines after animals? From Our 2011 All-Island Restaurant Guide
	Odd Restaurant Jobs in Honolulu Chefs receive most of the attention, but there are also many lesser-known, yet fascinating, restaurant jobs. Meet some of the crew at Honolulu's dining spots who have positions you may never have... From Our 2011 All-Island Restaurant Guide
	Loft Life in Honolulu A new breed of luxury apartment arrives in Honolulu. Michael Keany
	The Hawaiian Humane Society Investigator The Hawaiian Humane Society’s 13 animal officers ward off aggressive dogs, rescue cats from storm drains and enforce animal cruelty laws. To find out what the job is really like, we rode along... Tiffany Hill
	Save Room for Dessert! No matter what you have for dinner, you’ll want to try these 13 places for dessert. Martha Cheng
	30 Meals Under $30 We were inspired to find entire meals that cost less than $30. Real, satisfying meals, at nice restaurants, even with a glass of wine. It can be done—here's how. From Our 2011 All-Island Restaurant Guide

Departments
Editor's Page: Editor's Page: Excellence and Mysteries	Archive »
This month, we celebrate a national award, and take readers to places they can’t go. A. Kam Napier
Letters: Feedback	Archive »
... on Kapolei, Kamehameha IV and a little history on the Hawaiian Wax Museum.
Restaurant Guide: Waiter, There's a Critter in My Wine	Archive »
Why did the chicken cross the road? To be featured on a wine label, of course. But what’s really behind the fad of naming wines after animals? From Our 2011 All-Island Restaurant Guide
Restaurant Guide: Odd Restaurant Jobs in Honolulu	Archive »
Chefs receive most of the attention, but there are also many lesser-known, yet fascinating, restaurant jobs. Meet some of the crew at Honolulu's dining spots who have positions you may never have... From Our 2011 All-Island Restaurant Guide
Calabash: Hot Rod!	Archive »
James Milhorn shows HONOLULU his classic 1934 three-window Ford Coupe. Jennifer Ching
Calabash: A Preview of the September Issue	Archive »
In our September issue, see the 25 most expensive homes in Hawaii.
Health: Unhealthy Eating	Archive »
Vegetables are the epitome of healthy eating—unless they’ve been visited by snails harboring a painful parasite. David Thompson
Our Town: Hart of Honolulu	Archive »
A new look at an influential Hawaii architect. Michael Keany
Around Town: Made in Hawaii Festival	Archive »
The 15th annual Made-in-Hawaii Festival at the Neal S. Blaisdell Exhibition Hall and Arena is back and bigger than ever. Jennifer Ching
Around Town: Things to do in August in Hawaii	Archive »
During the last month of summer, eat a gyro, fly a plane and hike the Makapuu trail. Tiffany Hill
Shopping: Golden Girls	Archive »
If the summer weather has your complexion heading past dewy and right into shiny, you might like Tatcha, a new line of handmade blotting papers. Kathryn Drury Wagner
Shopping: To the Brim	Archive »
Communications expert Pam Chambers talks about her signature style: hats. Kathryn Drury Wagner
Music Review: CD Reviews: The Waitiki 7 and Kainani Kahaunaele	Archive »
Reviewing CDs New Sounds of Exotica and Ohai Ula Michael Keany
Entertainment: Ohina Short Film Showcase	Archive »
After a four-year hiatus, the Ohina Short Film Showcase returns this month, featuring seven short films. A. Kam Napier
Entertainment: Q&A: Kupaoa	Archive »
Meet this promising Hawaiian music duo. Lavonne Leong
Books: Novel Success	Archive »
A screenwriter’s attempt at fiction makes a splash. Jennifer Ching
Environment: Hawaii's Invasive Species	Archive »
They aren’t cute, cuddly or shy. Here are six new—or just pesky—invasive species you should know about. Sheila Sarhangi
In My Words: Sounds Like Home	Archive »
Every once in awhile, I hear the language of my parents, Toisanese, being spoken in Honolulu. Nancy Long-Usui
Field Notes: Field Guide: Take a Hike!	Archive »
Hiking is a great way to get out of the city and take in nature’s beauty. Here are five trails—each three miles or under—for the leisurely hiker. Tiffany Hill
From Our Files	Archive »
August archives Tiffany Hill
Afterthoughts: Afterthoughts: In the Closet	Archive »
A visit to the UH Costume Collection has me imagining what my own life might look like if it were documented through clothing. Kathryn Drury Wagner

August 2010

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