HONOLULU Magazine July 2012 - Honolulu Magazine

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Site Staff,

...on the ethics of meat-eating, and driving cars.

Kahuna Creations' SUP Land Board

Brie Thalmann,

Hot Wheels: Kahuna Creations’ high-tech range of land paddles has been a hit with skaters looking for new ways to carve, and stand-up paddlers wanting to cross-train on their days off.

Honolulu Designers Release Vintage, Comfy Shorts

Brie Thalmann, Photography by David Croxford,

Short Story: Vintage prints, high waistlines and breathable, oh-so-comfy fabrics—local designers put fresh spins on the ultimate warm-weather staple.

Honolulu International Airport is No. 3 in America…

A. Kam Napier,

… at potentially spreading a global pandemic, unfortunately.

Afterthoughts: Thinking Continental

Michael Keany,

Maybe the Mainland isn’t so main after all.

From Our Files

Maria Kanai,

The July 2012 archives from our files of Paradise of the Pacific and HONOLULU Magazine.

Was Pres. Obama channeling Willy Maunawili?

A. Kam Napier,

Here are Pres. Obama’s points, and what pops to my mind when I hear them.

Unsolicited Advice: Scooter Cars Must Go

Site Staff,

ScootCoupe, we understand that you’re part scooter and part car, and we celebrate your hybrid heritage. But get off the Honolulu roads.

Raising Berkshire Pigs in Hawaii

Martha Cheng,

Hog Wild in Haiku: Malama Farm is the first to raise pastured Berkshire pigs in Hawaii.

Kikaida: Hawaii's Favorite Superhero

Dave Choo,

After all these years, Hawaii’s favorite superhero is still kicking monster tail and inspiring local fans.

Kids Swimwear from Hawaii Designers

Stacey Makiya, David Croxford,

Itsy Bitsy Bikinis: Teeny wahine bikinis wash ashore this summer from local swimsuit designers in Honolulu.

Equal Time for Candidates?

A. Kam Napier,

This month, we have a Q&A with former Gov. Ben Cayetano, who is currently running for mayor of Honolulu.

Field Guide: Honolulu Behind Bars

David Thompson, Photos by David Croxford,

A quick guide to where you don’t want to be.

Dale Hope at Lucky Brand Jeans in Honolulu

Brie Thalmann, Photography by David Croxford,

Lucky Numbers: Dale Hope teams up with Lucky Brand Jeans for an Island-inspired collaboration.

People & Profiles

Welcome Back Ben Cayetano?

David Thompson, A. Kam Napier, Photography by Mark Arbeit,

We sat down with former governor and current mayoral candidate Ben Cayetano to talk about rail, old guys and why your commute isn’t going to get any better, no matter who wins.