Ice, Ice Baby!
Don’t call it a sno-cone— Hawai‘i’s delightfully fluffy shave ice is a frozen treat like no other. At its core, the tasty creation may appear to be nothing more than finely shaved ice topped with flavored syrup, but the art… More >
Gold Rush
OROGOLD Cosmetics provides the gold standard in skin care, literally, thanks to its exclusive line of high-end products made with real 24K colloidal gold—extremely small particles of gold that are easily absorbed into the body through the pores in the… More >
Pure Genius
More than just sake, the low-key lounge has an innovative menu to boot! Tucked away on Lewers Street, an atypical food pairing awaits: Japanese-inspired fare and traditional sake for the tasting. Though Genius Lounge Sake Bar & Grill is off… More >
Raving About Ramen
Tokyo haunt or Waikiki gem? The popular noodle house has made the corner of Kalakaua Avenue and Beachwalk Street a definite high foot-traffic area come lunch and dinnertime. With its flavorful shio and shoyu broths, Ramen Nakamura is a favorite… More >
August/September 2012 Gallery
Cover Photo Shoot Photography: Leah Friel Stylist: Yu Shing Ting Model: Briana Aderhold [Wilhelmina Models] Hair/Makeup: Kecia Littmann Louis Vuitton 2200 Kalakaua Ave. [C:7 Waikiki Map] (808) 971-6880 Hilton Hawaiian Village 2005 Kalia Road [D:4 Waikiki Map] (808) 973-3388 Salvatore… More >
Vegging Out
Meat-free meals abound in Waikiki. Nothing says family, fun and friends like enjoying great food together. If you’re a vegetarian or trying to explore healthier food options, that can sometimes put a snag in the group’s party plans—unless you’re privy… More >
Drawn Out
From whimsical works to diminutive drawings, island-inspired art comes in all shapes and forms. Animation Art Gallery 2350 Kalakaua Ave. (808) 923-7157 Under the Koa Tree 226 Lewers St., L-230 (808) 926-8733 Greenroom Hawaii 2350 Kalakaua Ave., Ste. A6 (808)… More >
The Write Stuff
Sure, you can tweet about your Hawaiian vacation or update your Facebook status with pictures of your island getaway, but why not take time to send friends and family a thought-felt, handwritten letter recounting your travels? “Communicating online is so… More >
Surfin’ Turf
Ask any beach boy where his favorite surf spot is, and you’ll get as many answers as there are fish in the ocean. But ask where he goes to pick up his killer surf gear, and you’ll most likely hear… More >
Living Large
Though 90210 may be the zip code most are familiar with, it can’t compete with 96815 when it comes to views, land value, fun factor—you name it. Waikiki is a destination not only for travelers but also those looking to… More >
