Peter MerrimanChef/owner, Merriman’s, in Waimea, Hawai‘i Rack of Lamb with Madeira Mushroom SauceAll Photos:Oliver Konig"Some fat is not bad; lots of fat is bad," says Peter Merriman as he put a rack of lamb into a marinade. "I like to…
Alan TakasakiChef/owner, Le Bistro, Niu ValleyOven Steamed ‘OpakapakaAll Photos:Oliver KonigAfter years of managing restaurants and nightclubs, cooking at restaurants and catering and a long search for a location, Takasaki opened his Niu Valley restaurant in 2001, in a location that…
Letters to the Editor may be sent to: Honolulu Magazine, P.O. Box 913, Honolulu, HI, 96808-0913, faxed: 537-6455 or e-mailed: letters_honmag@pacificbasin.net"BRT: THE CITY'S $50-MILLION MISTAKE," DECEMBER 2004Associate Editor Ronna Bolante's article on the city's failed Bus Rapid Transit.It is sad…
November
For more than a century, the Pälolo Chinese Home has cared for the elderly of all nationalities.
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Brooks Takenaka runs the fish auction at its new Pier 38 home–where the fish is literally fresh off the boat.
October
Is taking care of yourself a top priority? Unfortunately, for most women, this task falls last in line, after the demands of children, marriage, job and home. A life-threatening illness is often the only thing that makes us snap to…
"THE 50 GREATEST HAWAI'I ALBUMS OF ALL TIME," JUNE 2004HONOLULU Magazine's survey of the best local albums. I'm so thrilled to see the music of Hawai'i take centerstage in HONOLULU Magazine. I understand, and agree with you, that there will…
June
April
Is “a Hawaiian sense of place” ruining local architecture?
February
Your entire life is about the hunt for the perfect LBD - Little Black (Friday) Discount. But tracking down the best store sales in that after-Thanksgiving crowd is usually hit-and-wish list. Don't discount yourself out yet. Here is a round…
There’s an economic crisis in your wallet. Plans to send your style stock soaring by investing in key pieces crashed when the bottom fell out of the leather hot pants/designer trucker hat/harem pants market. You’re staring at two options: tighten…
Checkbook – Nope. Dating life – Not even close. Office hours versus personal time – Don’t even ask. Clearly balancing things is not your forte. You stumble through life on three-inch stilettoes, always teetering on that fine line between brilliance…
Plan The Bridal Party PlannerWhat: When it rains it pours, and there are a lot of showers in your future. All your BFFs are getting ready to walk down the aisle and The Wedding Café has your bridesmaids duties covered…
You finally got out of the red from all those summer clearance sales and now everything is coming up rosy. October is the month to think pink for breast cancer awareness. Although you want to support the cause, your closet…
Shop, Drink, Eat, Play One Pop ShoppingWhat: You’re already planning outfits around those new “must have” dresses, purses, bikinis, and jewelry you spotted in Lei Chic this week. And there’s no way you’ll pass up on that 20 percent off…
There’s a black out in your closet – basic black dresses, skirts, pants, and a sad collection of dark blouses and shirts. The fact is, you lost power in your everyday wear when you started buying on a budget. You…
Shop Made in Hawaii Festival What: Some of Lei Chic's favorite designers are stopping in at the Made in Hawaii Festival . Here's a round up of their deals for this weekend only. Who: Ginger13 Jewelry, Booth #321The Deal: $5…
You’re a material girl, living in a material world. And your closet is stuffed with cotton and modal jersey. They're comfy but your wardrobe isn't exactly pushing the Borderline of style. In fact, when it’s time to Dress You Up…
That’s the way the cookie crumbles –you left the embarrassing proof all over the grocery store floor. Your little one pulled another dine-and-smash on your shopping trip. Now you’re hot on the trail of cheerio bits and mum mum fragments,…
Operator: 911, what is your emergency? You: Help! I’ve just had a beauty blow out on the freeway and I don’t know what to do! Operator: Calm down. What is the situation? You: I was all pumped up about my…
Brunch Local Mocos What: Go local luxuriously with the launch of the Farmers' Market-inspired Royal 220 brunch. Named after the 220-mile radius that encompasses the Hawaiian islands, the outdoor event offers more than 20 selections made with the best of…
2 a.m. Your body is at rest but your mind is still spinning. Did I remember to send that e-mail? Will I really be able to finish that project on time? What did he mean by “we should talk?” Lately…
You’re hours into your solo sunning session when you really start to feel the heat. That cute guy you’ve been secretly crushing on suddenly appears, and instead of looking tan-tastic you resemble something that rolled in with the tide. You…
He wore TOMS. You wore L.A.M.B. He sipped almond milk. You slurped milk shakes. He protested GMOs. You protested Two and a Half Men. Clearly, the breakup with Vegan Guy was inevitable. While he’s licking his wounds you’re already on…
The tradewinds have died down and things are really heating up – your house, your car, and the hair plastered to your sweaty forehead. You’re thirsting for an icy treat. But the only thing less appealing than the pre-packaged, processed…
Flowers? She couldn’t stem her disappointment. Candles? She’s burned out. Jewelry? Nothing she took a shine to. Your last few Mother’s Day gifts left you with nothing but a bad wrap. Now you’re so desperate, you’re pulling out construction paper…
Weekend Picks just popped up in your inbox, when another amazing brunch/event/sale/cool thing shows up in Lei Chic's e-mail. Selfishly, we don't mind missing the crowds, but it does seem unfair to keep it from you. So starting today, Lei…
The perky host had made it seem so easy. Maybe it was your chardonnay-induced haze or maybe it’s because everything looks simple at 2 a.m., but despite the infomercial’s promise, things aren’t going too smoothie with your new Miraculous 12-in-1…
You wake up in the morning, say hello to your 1.8 room mates/family members and drive the 26.1 minutes to work (no traffic today). There you plug away for 7.5 hours to bring in part of your household’s $64,661 income,…
Thirty-four minutes into your lunch hour. All you’ve swallowed is bitterness, after: · 15 minutes looking for your car on the 4th floor · 10 minutes finding it on the 6th floor · 7 minutes looking for your keys in…
You’ve foiled the last four surprise birthday party attempts your man has tried. You can tell an authentic Prada from an International Marketplace Prado bag from 100 feet. And the guy who tried to pass off cubic zirconia earrings as…
Drink Hop Scotch What: Sip your way around the world with the Hawaiian Scottish Association’s scotch tasting. Sample up to 20 different kinds; highlights include the 17-year-aged Signatory’s Ladig, Ardbeg and Laphroaig lines. To soak it up, Willows Chef Jay…
An errant splash of that morning latte. That not-so-dry home mani/pedi. Those uber-cute heels that look amazing, but aren’t-so-grate when you get stuck in that sidewalk crack/manhole cover/damp lawn. It doesn’t take much to turn your outfit from Le Chic…
You have very specific tastes. You like them strong, dark, exotic, and not-so-sweet. Things were hot and steamy with your recent find for months. Now you’re so bored, you’re tempted to bag it. So you're on the hunt for something…
Him: Have you seen my pinstriped shirt? You: Got it. Him: Hey! And that’s my denim vest. What else do you have up your sleeve? You: Your Burberry tie makes a great belt for my shirtdress look. Him: Why is…
The day you’ve feared since Brenda and Kelly went to the spring dance has arrived. The amazing LBD you wore to that ultra-chic party turned out to be LB-3. The hostess is strutting her stuff in it with those Michael…
Drink Hop Scotch What: Sip your way around the world with the Hawaiian Scottish Association’s scotch tasting. Sample up to 20 different kinds; highlights include the 17-year-aged Signatory’s Ladig, Ardbeg and Laphroaig lines. To soak it up, Willows Chef Jay…
Sunday - Finally, a chance to try that new recipe. The first bite sends flavors dancing across your tastebuds. Tuesday - Still good, but you toss in some salsa to liven up your leftovers. Friday - The jig is up.…
A party with friends? You'll need about an hour and five outfit changes to get ready. Dinner out? You'll need a couple of days to decide where you want to eat. He's committed to you. But committing to a present…
It's 10:00 Monday morning. You're already dreaming about 5:00 Friday night . Your big plans after running ragged at work all week consist of a slow commute back home for some nuked take-out leftovers and "Sex and the City" reruns.…
