7 Things We Expect President Obama Will Do on O‘ahu
After many Hawai‘i vacations, President Barack Obama is spending Christmas on O‘ahu with his family this month once again. Here’s what to expect.
David Thompson
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Maya’s Tapas and Wine in Hale‘iwa Offers Spanish Fare, a Rarity on O‘ahu
There are also burgers, brisket and brunch.
Real a Gastropub Reopens, New Craft Brewery Up Next
Real a Gastropub unveils its brand new digs and also announces a new brewery.
The Lava Dwellers, Big Island, Hawai‘i: These People Live on One of the Most Active Volcanoes on Earth
Find out what life is like for people who live next to the most active volcano on Earth.
It Came From the Ala Wai: 6 Strange Creatures That Thrive in Waikīkī’s Sewage Filled Canal
What lurks in the murk of Honolulu’s most prominent drainage ditch? Lots of things, including a fish that can literally give you nightmares.
Quote Unquote: Conventional Wisdom From Hawai‘i Convention Center’s Teri Orton
After working for 17 years as an executive in the hospitality industry, Teri Orton was named general manager of the Hawai‘i Convention Center in late 2013.
Jack Johnson on Staying Local, Environmentalism and Superstardom
Musician Jack Johnson has achieved international superstardom with the help of his wife, Kim, earning enough to donate more than $30 million to causes they support. Find out how the power couple strike a balance.
Quote Unquote: Ben Villaflor, Pro Boxer Turned Senate Sergeant at Arms
The Hawai‘i State Legislature’s 2015 session begins on the third Wednesday of this month, marking the 37th opening-day ceremony for Ben Villaflor as Senate sergeant at arms.
9 Local Cafés Hipsters and Coffee Geeks Will Love
Here are some of our favorite coffee-first cafés around town, and, not to worry, even if you can’t tell a peaberry from a pour-over, you’re still guaranteed a carefully brewed, delicious cuppa joe.
4 Other Major Hawaiian Coffee Growers You Might Not Know About
Everyone knows the coffees of Kona, Big Island. Get to know your O‘ahu, Moloka‘i, Maui and Kaua‘i growers.
Field Notes: Hawai‘i Quilters Guild Spreads Warmth One Stitch at a Time
Field Notes explores Honolulu’s vast and varied scenes and subcultures. This month: The Hawai‘i Quilt Guild.
Quote Unquote: Gender Equity and the Female Lab Rat
As part of a new initiative by the National Institutes of Health to address gender bias in scientific research, Marla Berry received a $100,000 grant to zero in on differences in how males and females handle selenium.
2 Dangerous Threats to Hawai‘i’s Coffee Industry
What could be the end of coffee in Hawai‘i?
‘Ukulele Virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro Talks About Bruce Lee, TED Talks and the Future of the ‘Ukulele
HONOLULU Magazine caught up with Jake Shimabukuro during a brief visit to Honolulu.
Field Notes: Hawai‘i Monk Seal Response Team Watches Over Monk Seals While They Sleep
Field Notes explores Honolulu’s vast and varied scenes and subcultures. This month: the Hawaiian monk seal volunteers.
Cannery Tales: Community Leaders Talk Story About Bygone Summers in Honolulu’s Pineapple Factories
Honolulu’s pineapple factories provided a rite of passage for generations of teens, including state senator David Ige and sumo star Konishiki. These summer jobs tossed them into the grind of a production line and left them with a mix of memories.
Style in the Aisle: 8 Decades of Fashion From Hawaiian Airlines
Hawaiian Airlines will showcase 85 years of retro uniforms at HONOLULU Fashion Week. Here’s a sneak peek.
Hit the Green at Ala Moana Beach Park with the Honolulu Lawn Bowls Club
Field Notes explores Honolulu’s vast and varied scenes and subcultures. This month: the Honolulu Lawn Bowls Club.
Reviving the Tiki Tradition: The 14 Best Tiki Bars on O‘ahu
As a ticky tacky tropical sensation, tiki culture is bigger than Hawai‘i.
Man in the Mirror: Meet Hawai‘i’s Michael Jackson Tribute Artist
Damian Brantley performs as Michael Jackson in Legends in Concert’s Rock-a-Hula show at the Royal Hawaiian Center in Waikīkī.
Field Notes: Inside a Honolulu Community Garden
Field Notes explores Honolulu’s vast and varied scenes and subcultures. This month: the Makiki Community Garden.
5 Things Wheel of Fortune Host Pat Sajak Knows About KHON2’s Joe Moore That You Didn’t
Wheel of Fortune host Pat Sajak and local TV newscaster Joe Moore have been friends for more than 40 years. Sajak has learned a few things.
What It’s Like to Live on Hawaii Big Island’s Kilauea, the Most Active Volcano on Earth
It’s private, inexpensive and offers stunning views—but is it worth living in a house that could be torched at any moment? Meet the people who have made Kilauea their home.
Meet the First Waianae High School Graduate Admitted to Harvard University Since 1980
This month, Kahunui Foster begins her freshman year at Harvard University—the first Waianae High School graduate admitted to Harvard since 1980.
Diamond Head Theatre Celebrates 100 Years of Drama
This year, Diamond Head Theatre celebrates its 100th season. We take a look back on Diamond Head Theatre’s first century... and ahead to the next one.
The Zebra Mantis Shrimp: 9 Surprising Things About the Biggest, Baddest Shrimp in Hawaii
Fun facts about the zebra mantis shrimp. No. 8 is surprisingly cute!
What’s Brewing at Honolulu’s Homebrewers Clubs
Field Notes explores Honolulu’s vast and varied scenes and subcultures. This month: homebrewing clubs.
Worried About Hurricanes Iselle and Julio? Here’s How Forecasting has Improved Since Hurricane Iniki
Weather forecasting has come a long way since Hurricane Iniki devastated Kauai 22 years ago. These days we can tell what’s coming more accurately and much farther in advance.
Hawaii Braces for Hurricanes Iselle and Julio: How to Prepare for a Hurricane 101
On Aug. 5, Honolulu County’s Department of Emergency Management spokesman John Cummings educated Waikiki residents on how to prepare for a direct hit from a hurricane.
The Cookie Comeback King: Wally “Famous” Amos
The undauntable 77-year-old now has a new brand, The Cookie Kahuna, which brings back Amos’ cookie recipes from the 1970s. And yes, they use butter, thank you, not margarine.
What Would Happen if a Category 4 Hurricane Hit Oahu?
On Kauai in 1992, it took four months to fully restore power, water and phone service after Iniki. What would it look like if such a hurricane hit Oahu?
University of Hawaii at Manoa Students Stage Sit-in to Protest Firing of Chancellor Tom Apple
Here’s how it went down, in photos.
Best of Honolulu 2014: Fun and Fitness
The 15 editorial and reader picks for the hottest entertainment and best fitness favorites from our Best of Honolulu 2014 issue.
Dancing with Fire in Kakaako
Each month Field Notes explores Honolulu’s vibrant and varied scenes and subcultures. This month: Fire jam at Kakaako Waterfront Park.
Best of Honolulu 2014: Services
The 30 editorial and reader picks for the most helpful services from our Best of Honolulu 2014 issue.
7 Joys of Selling Vinyl Records in Hawaii
Kailua records store moves to Honolulu.
Best of Honolulu 2014: Shopping
EDITORS’ PICKS Best Place To Find Locally Designed Swimsuits Known for its well-rounded collection of swimsuits and bikinis, Rebecca Beach tightly focuses on stocking local designers. Browse through its tropical-color-coded racks and find every shape imaginable from sexy Letarte monokinis…
Groove Hawaii’s Wind Tunnel vs. Nuuanu Pali Lookout
Two blow-out experiences examined side by side.
Best of Honolulu 2014
Discover all Best of Honolulu’s winners, both editorial and reader picks.
Best of Honolulu 2014: Food
EDITORS’ PICKS Best Uni Pasta Ocean’s butter melting into hot pasta, its creamy brininess coating every strand—uni pasta is luxe comfort food defined, what you eat when you’re wearing sweatpants and a pearl necklace. Except you might want to leave…
