From Our Files: January
HONOLULU Magazine and Paradise of the Pacific—chronicling the Islands since the 1888 in Honolulu, Hawaii.
HONOLULU Magazine - January 2014
Guide to North Shore Oahu Shrimp Trucks and Stands
It’s easy to brand the popular and pervasive North Shore Oahu shrimp shacks and trucks as tourist traps.
Fashion Trend: Top 5 Moto Jackets
For a polished take on this season’s punk trend, slip on a rider-inspired moto jacket.
Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge and Lighthouse to Reduce Visitor Days
Beginning in February, the Daniel K. Inouye Kilauea Point Lighthouse, one of Kauai’s most visited landmarks, will reduce its operational days from seven to five days a week.
Full Text of Gov. Neil Abercrombie's 2014 State of the State Speech
Gov. Neil Abercrombie today delivered his fourth State of the State Address at the state Capitol. Below is his complete speech to lawmakers.
It's a Bird, It's a Plane... It's a New Logo for Larry Ellison's Island Air
The little red bird called the iiwi is about to get lot more common in the skies over Oahu, Maui, Molokai, Lanai and Kauai.
The Sour Poi Awards 2013
Celebrating the best of the worst of 2013 — the dumb, the deranged and the indefensible.
30th Anniversary of Hale Aina Awards
This year, for the 30th anniversary, we take a look at the two winningest chefs in the history of the awards, who continue to influence Hawaii dining today.
Top 5 Favorite Hawaii Plate Lunch Foods
"What's your favorite Hawaii plate lunch food or menu item?"
10 Gold-Dipped Insect Accessories
Blinged-out, gold-dipped insect accessories are all the buzz this season.
The Kingfish: Waikiki Aquarium's Director Andrew Rossiter
Andrew Rossiter, head of the Waikiki Aquarium, on monk seal smarts, messing with fish thieves, and the myth of the man-eating clam.
Enjoy Whale Watching? Hawaii's Ocean Count Program is Looking for You
Are you ready for some whale counting? Volunteers welcome for annual Hawaii humpback whale Ocean Count.
The Beach Boys and John Stamos to perform for Blaisdell's 50th Anniversary
This weekend, the Center marks its 50th anniversary with a concert by perennial favorites The Beach Boys, featuring John Stamos, the actor and musician best known for his role as Uncle Jesse on the ABC sitcom Full House.
The Worst Neighbor on the Block: Genshiro Kawamoto
The eccentric billionaire ends his dramatic reign over Kahala Avenue.
Lily Lotus Clothing Debuts New Yoga Inspired Activewear Collection
Keeping your New Year’s fitness resolutions will be less of a stretch this year, thanks to Lily Lotus’ latest active wear range, debuting as a part of the brand’s new Spring 2014 Mermaid Dreams collection.
Win an Oahu vacation for the 2014 Honolulu Festival
HAWAII Magazine is giving away a round-trip for two to Oahu and five-day, four-night vacation in Waikiki, March 6 - 10, 2014, to attend the 20th annual edition of one of the state’s premier annual cultural celebrations.
Field Notes: The Khanate of the Golden Horde
Field Notes explores Honolulu’s vibrant and varied scenes and subcultures. This month: The Khanate of the Golden Horde.
How Tall Can a Honolulu Building Be? It Depends...
How high is too high?
Exploring Hoomaluhia Botanical Garden
Situated at the foot of the majestic Koolau Range, Hoomaluhia Botanical Garden is a treasure trove of flora from the world’s tropics, and a back-to-nature Oahu oasis you’d never guess is completely manmade.
The Gender Gap: Hawaii Women Still Earning Less Than Men
Some Hawaii jobs pay more than others, sure, but even in fields that employ mostly women, men still usually receive higher salaries.
Hawaii High School Robotics Competition Kicks Off
Hawaii’s high school students prepare for worldwide robotics competition.
The Story Behind Sam Sato's Dry Mein
If Maui had to declare an official noodle dish, chances are, it would be Sam Sato's dry mein—a favorite island comfort food of seasoned saimin noodles, a few garnishes and very little else.
Hawaii’s First Same-Sex Couples Tie Knot
You may now kiss the groom.
Meet the Shopkeeper: GINGER13
Q&A with Local designer Cindy Yokoyama of GINGER13.
