November 2009

Dear Reader,  

We’ve been spending quite a bit of time together lately. In fact, we see each other practically every day.

And while we love our morning coffee breaks, lunch dates and afternoon hangs, we’ve come to realize, that while you already know a ton about us—our favorite designers, boutiques, restaurants and hot spots—there’s still a lot we don’t know about YOU!
Fill us in by taking our short Lei Chic Reader Survey, and tell us a little about... Read more »

You spent all weekend shopping for the perfect holiday gifts, and now it’s time for the really fun part: wrapping. Sigh.

What a pain. All those designer papers, ribbons and bows you love can cost as much as the gifts themselves, and sadly will be tossed in the garbage.

Time to think outside the gift box. This year, make your presents both beautiful and eco-chic with Midori-dori reusable wraps.

Designed by Kaka‘ako resident Stacy Uyehara, the one-piece fabric wraps require no scissors, paper or tape, and come complete with a shimmering bow. With a few simple twists, your gift is... Read more »

Too much can often feel like just not enough. You know, those mornings when you stare at your closet full of clothes but have nothing to wear, or weeknights when you scroll through hundreds of TV channels and find nothing to watch. And then there’s today, when your fridge is stocked with leftovers, but nothing sounds good to eat.

So we asked Chef Kevin Hanney of 12th Avenue Grill in Kaimuki to whip up a delicious way to give those leftovers a second life.

Turkey, Ham and Fontina Crepes with Cranberry Sour... Read more »

Lei Chic’s guide to the weekend’s best events.

La DOLCE Vita
What: Hit up the Morra Designs trunk show at DOLCE boutique and snap up the New York line’s chic silver and gold disc-adorned jewelry pieces at 15 percent off. Plus, snack on gingerbread treats while you shop.
When: Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: DOLCE boutique, Ward Centers, 1200 Ala Moana Blvd.
Details: For more info, call 808.596.9436.
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Lei Chic’s guide to the weekend’s best events.

La DOLCE Vita
What: Hit up the Morra Designs trunk show at DOLCE boutique and snap up the New York line’s chic silver and gold disc-adorned jewelry pieces at 15 percent off. Plus, snack on gingerbread treats while you shop.
When: Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: DOLCE boutique, Ward Centers, 1200 Ala Moana Blvd.
Details:... Read more »

Thursday you'll be giving thanks.

But on Friday, it's time to start gearing up to get some thanks (you know, for all the fabulous holiday gifts you'll be buying for everyone?)

And the gettin' is good (really good!) at Ala Moana Center's ThanksGetting Day event — the biggest blowout shopping day of the year happening this Friday, November 27. Stores open early at 6 a.m. for one-day-only sales, doorbuster discounts up to 60 percent off, special giftcard... Read more »

Thursday you'll be giving thanks.

But on Friday, it's time to start gearing up to get some thanks (you know, for all the fabulous holiday gifts you'll be buying for everyone?)

And the gettin' is good (really good!) at Ala Moana Center's ThanksGetting Day event — the biggest blowout shopping day of the year happening this Friday, November 27. Stores open early at 6 a.m. for one-day-only sales, doorbuster discounts up to 60 percent off, special giftcard... Read more »

Your trip to the farmers’ market used to be a weekend thing – but now, there’s one on every day of the week. Here, we’ve got the dirt on the latest crop, so you can get fresh on any day – just take your pick.

Monday
What: Hawai‘i Kai Farmers' Market
When: 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m
Where: Hawai‘i Kai Towne Center, 6700 Kalaniana‘ole Hwy.
Fresh Picks: Hit up... Read more »

On most Turkey Days, it’s all aboard the gravy train to Calorie Town. But fat chance you ever give up your traditional feast. So this year, just make some smart trimmings instead. A few easy menu tweaks will save you serious calories – and your waistline will give thanks.

This whole meal clocks in at just under 630 calories, which means you can still eat breakfast and lunch. So go ahead, get stuffed.
 

Gobble it Up
The lean protein of turkey breast isn’t a big offender – it’s the high-fat skin and butter basting you need to watch out... Read more »

You wear ‘em – those itsy bitsy bikinis. And now you can buy ‘em for teeny weeny prices.

Just head to the North Shore this weekend for the annual blowout sale at the San Lorenzo swimwear boutique in Hale‘iwa. They’re marking down the entire store with discounts of 10 to 80 percent off – which means you can stock up on new Brazilian bikinis, shorts, tops, dresses and cover-ups. Some separates are as low as $10 each.

 If you’ve been eyeing a cute suit at one of their other locations (Ala Moana, Kailua,... Read more »