July 2012

Features
	Kikaida: Hawaii's Favorite Superhero After all these years, Hawaii’s favorite superhero is still kicking monster tail and inspiring local fans. Dave Choo
	Welcome Back Ben Cayetano? We sat down with former governor and current mayoral candidate Ben Cayetano to talk about rail, old guys and why your commute isn’t going to get any better, no matter who wins. David Thompson and A. Kam Napier \| Photography by Mark Arbeit
	Hole-In-The-Wall Restaurants in Honolulu We tour local spots where the napkins might be paper, but the food always satisfies. Martha Cheng \| Photography by Olivier Koning
	I Am a Roller Derby Girl in Honolulu Injuries, drama, dedication, victory—associate editor Tiffany Hill laced up her skates to rumble in Honolulu’s fast-growing sport. Tiffany Hill \| Photography by Elyse Butler and Matt Mallams

Departments
Letters: Feedback	Archive »
...on the ethics of meat-eating, and driving cars.
Special Promotional Section: Living the Green Life in Honolulu	Archive »
Here are 16 forward-thinking Hawaii businesses ready to help you make the switch, away from fossil fuels and into a renewable future. Special Promotional Section
Around Town: Surfing the Supsquatch in Makaha	Archive »
The C4 Supsquatch Inflatable Raft is a whale of a paddleboard.
Around Town: Things to Do in July in Hawaii	Archive »
July is as diverse as the island itself, with big hit concerts, kimchee appreciation and beloved musicals. Maria Kanai
Food: Raising Berkshire Pigs in Hawaii	Archive »
Hog Wild in Haiku: Malama Farm is the first to raise pastured Berkshire pigs in Hawaii. Martha Cheng
News: Unsolicited Advice: Scooter Cars Must Go	Archive »
ScootCoupe, we understand that you’re part scooter and part car, and we celebrate your hybrid heritage. But get off the Honolulu roads.
News: Editor's Page: Awards and Footnotes	Archive »
HONOLULU Magazine celebrates, plus notes on this issue. A. Kam Napier
Web Exclusive: Honolulu International Airport is No. 3 in America…	Archive »
… at potentially spreading a global pandemic, unfortunately. A. Kam Napier
Web Exclusive: Was Pres. Obama channeling Willy Maunawili?	Archive »
Here are Pres. Obama’s points, and what pops to my mind when I hear them. A. Kam Napier
Web Exclusive: Equal Time for Candidates?	Archive »
This month, we have a Q&A with former Gov. Ben Cayetano, who is currently running for mayor of Honolulu. A. Kam Napier
Web Exclusive: Roller Derby Girls in Honolulu	Archive »
Injuries, drama, dedication, victory. Associate editor Tiffany Hill laced up her skates to play roller derby. Meet the girls of Pacific Roller Derby, Oahu's roller derby league, and watch how this... Vanessa Kaneshiro, Tiffany Hill and Christine Hitt
Arts: First Friday Chaos in Chinatown	Archive »
Party Foul: Celebration of the arts, or party overload—has First Friday become a monster? Matthew Kain
Shopping: Kahuna Creations' SUP Land Board	Archive »
Hot Wheels: Kahuna Creations’ high-tech range of land paddles has been a hit with skaters looking for new ways to carve, and stand-up paddlers wanting to cross-train on their days off. Brie Thalmann
Shopping: Honolulu Designers Release Vintage, Comfy Shorts	Archive »
Short Story: Vintage prints, high waistlines and breathable, oh-so-comfy fabrics—local designers put fresh spins on the ultimate warm-weather staple. Brie Thalmann \| Photography by David Croxford
Shopping: Kids Swimwear from Hawaii Designers	Archive »
Itsy Bitsy Bikinis: Teeny wahine bikinis wash ashore this summer from local swimsuit designers in Honolulu. Stacey Makiya \| Photography by David Croxford
Shopping: Dale Hope at Lucky Brand Jeans in Honolulu	Archive »
Lucky Numbers: Dale Hope teams up with Lucky Brand Jeans for an Island-inspired collaboration. Brie Thalmann \| Photography by David Croxford
Shopping: Ocean Inspired Typography Pieces	Archive »
Just Your Type: Get a word in art-wise with these letter-perfect typography pieces inspired by surf, sand and sea. Brie Thalmann \| Photography by David Croxford
Shopping: Grilling Out in Honolulu	Archive »
Raising the Steaks: Fire up your backyard barbecues and camping cookouts with these smokin’ hot accessories. Let the flames begin! Stacey Makiya \| Photography by David Croxford
Field Notes: Field Guide: Honolulu Behind Bars	Archive »
A quick guide to where you don’t want to be. David Thompson \| Photography by David Croxford
From Our Files	Archive »
The July 2012 archives from our files of Paradise of the Pacific and HONOLULU Magazine. Maria Kanai
Afterthoughts: Afterthoughts: Thinking Continental	Archive »
Maybe the Mainland isn’t so main after all. Michael Keany

Features
	Kikaida: Hawaii's Favorite Superhero After all these years, Hawaii’s favorite superhero is still kicking monster tail and inspiring local fans. Dave Choo
	Welcome Back Ben Cayetano? We sat down with former governor and current mayoral candidate Ben Cayetano to talk about rail, old guys and why your commute isn’t going to get any better, no matter who wins. David Thompson and A. Kam Napier \| Photography by Mark Arbeit
	Hole-In-The-Wall Restaurants in Honolulu We tour local spots where the napkins might be paper, but the food always satisfies. Martha Cheng \| Photography by Olivier Koning
	I Am a Roller Derby Girl in Honolulu Injuries, drama, dedication, victory—associate editor Tiffany Hill laced up her skates to rumble in Honolulu’s fast-growing sport. Tiffany Hill \| Photography by Elyse Butler and Matt Mallams

July 2012

Features

Kikaida: Hawaii's Favorite Superhero

Welcome Back Ben Cayetano?

Hole-In-The-Wall Restaurants in Honolulu

I Am a Roller Derby Girl in Honolulu

Departments