Mangoes at the Moana

Did this: Mangoes at the Moana 2016

The mango festival has come a long way in eight years since Mark and Candy Suiso first started it in Makaha. Starwood now puts on a big event, featuring cooking demos, a silent auction, a mini farmer’s market, mango tasting,…

Did this: Mangoes at the Moana 2015

Can you believe it’s been seven years since the first mango festival at the Moana Surfrider came to be? I remember when it was held out at the Sheraton Makaha, coordinated by Mark and Candy Suiso of Makaha Mangoes right…

Top 5 things to do this weekend

Midway into the season of long days and summer fun, the weekend amps up with mangoes, fashion, exercise and music! Goodwill Goes Glam Thursday, July 16 to Sunday July 19 10 a.m. Local designer Kini Zamora lends his talents as…

Did this: 2014 Mangoes at the Moana

Summer brings mango season, which means it’s time for the annual Mangoes at the Moana. Chefs from the Moana Surfrider, Sheraton Waikiki, MW, Town, Koko Head Cafe and more were on hand with mango-themed dishes to celebrate the popular tropical…

Did this: 2013 Mangoes at the Moana

Mango season is in full swing, which means that it’s time once again for Mangoes at the Moana.All things mango were available at the Moana Surfrider Saturday. Guests were greeted with mango-infused water in the hotel lobby before partaking in…

Where’s Sheldon?

“Where’s Sheldon?” That’s been the question on everyone’s mind after news that “Top Chef: Seattle” standout Sheldon Simeon had left Star Noodle on Maui.I was able to catch up with Simeon for an interview while he was in Honolulu for…