May 2015: Table of Contents
Features
ON THE COVER: Honolulu's a crowded place—and an expensive place. who owns all this?photo: cameron brooks |
808 ON WHEELS
These days, it seems like just about any service you can think of is mobile. Meet a few people who are doing business out of their cars, trucks and vans—from an anesthesiologist who can instantly cure hangovers to a knife sharpener who’ll give an extra edge to your kitchen tools.
by dawn southard and michael keany
Who Owns O‘ahu?
Will the latest real estate rush push the dream out of reach for the rest of us? And who’s rushing anyway? Mystery buyers, high fliers and all those LLCs—we take a look at who’s claiming stakes on O‘ahu.
by don wallace
The 2015 Homebuyers’ Guide
We present a guide to the top agents and brokers in real estate. Whether you’re looking to buy, sell, refinance or insure a home, this is a great place to find expert help; the professionals listed here are at the top of their field.
By Honolulu Magazine Staff
Calabash
Ebb and glow
Lanterns float out into the ocean during the traditional annual Memorial Day ceremony at Ala Moana Beach Park, to remember loved ones who have passed.
By Honolulu Magazine Staff
May Picks
May is traditionally Hawaiian Music Month, but it also offers something for bookworms, horticulturists and foodies alike.
By Katrina Valcourt
Honolulu City Lights go LED
You’re about to see Honolulu in a whole new light.
By don wallace
Da Meter
Gauging what’s hot and what’s not in Honolulu.
By honolulu magazine staff
A new bar for workouts
A new workout class is a little ballet, a little yoga, and a lot of burning muscles.
By natalie schack
In praise of small spaces
The Atherton Performing Arts Studio is one of Honolulu’s hidden musical gems.
by michael keany
Quote Unquote: Constance Hale
Constance Hale is a writer, editor and teacher. Her business card says scribe. Originally from Mokulēi‘a, she graduated from Punahou School, Princeton University and earned a master’s degree from the University of California-Berkeley.
by robbie dingeman
Field Notes: Bird-watchers
Field Notes explores Honolulu’s vast and varied scenes and subcultures. This month: birders.
By catherine toth fox
Style
A summer swim guide, beachy watches, cool sunglasses and more.
By stacey makiya, brie thalmann and natalie schack
‘Ono: Food and Dining
The hot-pot trend just won’t quit; we take a look at four Honolulu spots for cooking up your own tasty dinner.
BY CATHERINE TOTH FOX
Opinion
Editor’s Page: The Neighborhood
Feeling connected to those around us.
By Robbie Dingeman
Afterthoughts: Stick with Me
To selfie or not to selfie; that is the question.
by michael keany
From Our Files
HONOLULU Magazine and Paradise of the Pacific—chronicling the Islands since 1888.
By Katrina Valcourt
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