December 2011

We’re the greatest in the world! Even Guinness says so.

Michael Keany

This month, see the bright lights, fly like an eagle and crack some nuts.

Amy Hanson

Lei Days!: This month is the last opportunity to see this and other historic celebrity photos, on display at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel.

Here are the most viewed stories of 2011. The ones you visited more than once, shared with your friends and enjoyed.

Here's a quick guide to a no cover New Year's Eve.

Christian Vetter

Lei Chic senior editor Christi Young has some great last minute gift ideas for women.

KGMB and Lei Chic

Lei Chic senior editor, Christi Young, and HONOLULU Magazine's food and culture editor, Martha Cheng, show off some delicious treats for your next holiday party.

KGMB and Lei Chic

The traveling adventure competition Urban Dare (think Amazing Race) comes to Hawaii for the first time this January.

Amy Hanson

Lei Chic senior editor Christi Young takes KGMB's soon-to-be-father Steve Uyehara to Leloa Baby Collections & Keiki Boutique and speaks with owner Lynette Yi.

KGMB and Lei Chic

The only way to fry.

A. Kam Napier

If we can’t get roads repaved any faster than every 20 years in Honolulu, why would we expect that rail would fare any better?

A. Kam Napier

Steve-O, star of MTV’s reality show Jackass, is visiting Hawaii in January for his stand-up tour “Too Much Information,” with several local comedians opening each night, including James Mane.

Amy Hanson

Last Saturday, Whole Foods held a Style your Sole event with local artists.

Martha Cheng

The HONOLULU Magazine staff stopped by the Heeia Fishpond in Kaneohe, Hawaii to lend a helping hand and learn a bit more about Paepae o Heeia's restoration project.

Menpachi Productions, Tiffany Hill, Christine Hitt and Christian Vetter

‘Tis the season to give. Why not give your time and volunteer at one of Hawaii’s many nonprofits? For each cause in the state, there’s a local nonprofit striving to make a difference in the...

Amy Hanson, Tiffany Hill, Christine Hitt and Christian Vetter

The Idea Factory: R&D isn’t just a coffee shop—this new Kakaako space aims to inspire.

Jennifer Meleana Hee

In Mod We Trust: One of winter’s farout catwalk trends, the ’60s, is making a groovy go-around with A-line dresses and candy-colored accessories.

Stacey Makiya; Photography by David Croxford and Kristen Hook

Heads Up: When it comes to must-have fall accessories, retro-inspired felt toppers are head and shoulders above the rest.

Brie Thalmann; Photography by David Croxford and Kristen Hook

The Wild Bunch: This season, pounce on the new neutral in town.

Stacey Makiya; Photography by David Croxford and Kristen Hook

Take A Seat: Jonathan Adler chairs arrive at Fishcake.

Brie Thalmann; Photography by David Croxford and Kristen Hook

Spin Cycle: Levi’s’ cyclist-minded Commuter Series hits Hawaii’s shores.

Brie Thalmann; Photography by David Croxford and Kristen Hook

In the Mix: Dare to double up on winter’s of-the-moment trends. Menswear-inspired pieces pair nicely with bold graphic prints for a look that’s two-cool.

Stacey Makiya; Photography by David Croxford and Kristen Hook

Shirting the Issue: Snap up Noteworthy’s strikingly simple pocket tees.

Stacey Makiya and Brie Thalmann; Photography by David Croxford and Kristen Hook

Ready, Fête, Go!: Stylish party accessories for the season of entertaining.

Brie Thalmann; Photography by David Croxford and Kristen Hook

Local designers get down to the pretty-gritty with a new crop of edgy-chic pieces.

Brie Thalmann; Photography by David Croxford and Kristen Hook

Meet the creative force behind local jewelry line Wishing Bridge.

Brie Thalmann

Go for the bold in the season’s striking, rocker chic pieces offset by playful accessories in eye-popping electric hues.

Stacey Makiya and Brie Thalmann

The sexy South American label heats up downtown Honolulu.

Stacey Makiya

We strolled down this popular Diamond Head street to revisit old favorites and discover new spots.

Tiffany Hill; Photography by Diana Kim

These unusual ingredients can spice up your dishes.

Martha Cheng; Photography by David Croxford

These lesser known desserts elicit joy when presented at a party, even if it’s a party of one on the couch. Here are a few of our favorite confections in Hawaii.

Martha Cheng

The December archives from our files of Paradise of the Pacific and HONOLULU Magazine.

Tiffany Hill

Why is every building in Honolulu so beige?

Michael Keany