Poke: Past and Present
For locals, few things say “home” as much as poke. Here’s the story of the evolution of this quintessential Hawaii food.
HONOLULU Magazine - August 2010
Save Room for Dessert!
No matter what you have for dinner, you’ll want to try these 13 places for dessert.
30 Meals Under $30
We were inspired to find entire meals that cost less than $30. Real, satisfying meals, at nice restaurants, even with a glass of wine. It can be done—here's how.
10 Places You Can’t Go in Hawai‘i
Hawai‘i is full of amazing places. Most of them you’re free to visit, but there are a few where you’re just not allowed. Here’s a peek into Hawai‘i’s coolest off-limits corners.
Ancient Hula Hawaiian Style
Nearly a dozen vintage recordings of mele (songs or chants) for ancient hula have been resurrected, remastered and compiled on a new album, Ancient Hula Hawaiian Style, Volume 1: Hula Kuahu.
Waiter, There's a Critter in My Wine
Why did the chicken cross the road? To be featured on a wine label, of course. But what’s really behind the fad of naming wines after animals?
Odd Restaurant Jobs in Honolulu
Chefs receive most of the attention, but there are also many lesser-known, yet fascinating, restaurant jobs. Meet some of the crew at Honolulu's dining spots who have positions you may never have heard of.
A Preview of the September Issue
In our September issue, see the 25 most expensive homes in Hawaii.
Loft Life in Honolulu
A new breed of luxury apartment arrives in Honolulu.
The Hawaiian Humane Society Investigator
The Hawaiian Humane Society’s 13 animal officers ward off aggressive dogs, rescue cats from storm drains and enforce animal cruelty laws. To find out what the job is really like, we rode along with an HHS investigator.
Afterthoughts: In the Closet
A visit to the UH Costume Collection has me imagining what my own life might look like if it were documented through clothing.
From Our Files
August archives
Field Guide: Take a Hike!
Hiking is a great way to get out of the city and take in nature’s beauty. Here are five trails—each three miles or under—for the leisurely hiker.
Hawaii's Invasive Species
They aren’t cute, cuddly or shy. Here are six new—or just pesky—invasive species you should know about.
Unhealthy Eating
Vegetables are the epitome of healthy eating—unless they’ve been visited by snails harboring a painful parasite.
Ohina Short Film Showcase
After a four-year hiatus, the Ohina Short Film Showcase returns this month, featuring seven short films.
Hart of Honolulu
A new look at an influential Hawaii architect.
Made in Hawaii Festival
The 15th annual Made-in-Hawaii Festival at the Neal S. Blaisdell Exhibition Hall and Arena is back and bigger than ever.
CD Reviews: The Waitiki 7 and Kainani Kahaunaele
Reviewing CDs New Sounds of Exotica and Ohai Ula
Novel Success
A screenwriter’s attempt at fiction makes a splash.
Golden Girls
If the summer weather has your complexion heading past dewy and right into shiny, you might like Tatcha, a new line of handmade blotting papers.
Sounds Like Home
Every once in awhile, I hear the language of my parents, Toisanese, being spoken in Honolulu.
Q&A: Kupaoa
Meet this promising Hawaiian music duo.
Things to do in August in Hawaii
During the last month of summer, eat a gyro, fly a plane and hike the Makapuu trail.
