On Kauai’s Coconut Coast, you’ll find a tin-roofed shanty painted in bold hues of yellow, purple and blue. Inside, the aroma of jerk chicken plated with sweet potato puree, coconut creamed kale and pineapple salsa swirls through the kitchen. Out back in the garden, on a floor of crushed sea glass, diners feast on healthy, […]
In the lush Wainiha jungle, where the untamed, volcanic coastline stands unchanged by time, Kauai natives Koral McCarthy and Moku Puulei-Chandler wanted to do something to celebrate local artisans. Located on Kuhio Highway next-door to the no-frills Wainiha General Store, Ohana Shop is at once a fashion boutique and a gallery of unique works by
On your trip to Hawaii, shave ice is a must-try and Wishing Well Shave Ice has been serving the quintessential Hawaiian snack in the heart of Hanalei since 1983. Happy customers have returned again and again for custom-made mounds of fluffy ice scrapes drenched in sugary, fruit-flavored syrups. But now, under new ownership, Wishing Well
When you’re 2,500 miles from the nearest continent, the local food movement takes on an air of urgency. There are, however, some limitations. Hawaii farmers don’t produce staples such as wheat, rice, butter or cheese.On a mission to serve up 100 percent local cuisine and groceries, Kauai’s Collin Darrell and Adam Watten bumped up against
In Hawaii, the cattle ranching tradition has deep roots. A century before their counterparts in the American West started roping and riding, paniolos—the term for Hawaiian cowboys—were getting schooled in horsemanship by Mexican vaqueros hired by Hawaiian royalty. Small-scale working ranches are still thriving across the islands today, and there are many festivals and parades
One of Hawaii’s most beautiful scenic byways is a 19-mile stretch of road on Kauai’s warm and sunny south shore. It is a gateway to adventure and an interactive storybook of the people and places that define the tiny town of Koloa. Holo Holo Koloa Scenic Byway highlights two dozen points of archeological, historical and
Mark Twain dubbed it The Grand Canyon of the Pacific. Measuring 10 miles wide and 2,000 feet deep, Kauai’s Waimea Canyon may be a miniature version of her Arizona sister, but with waterfalls and hues of green, she’s arguably prettier. Only one hiking trail takes you down to the bottom, where a gently flowing river
Inside a stone building at the Kilauea Plantation Center, you’ll find Hunter Gatherer, a tiny, eclectic art gallery and giftique sitting between a yoga studio and local nut roaster in the heart of this north shore surf town. It’s well worth dropping in. The shop, located off of Kilauea Road near Kauai’s northernmost tip, sources
Year-round, even when the winter surf is up, Hanalei River remains gentle and placid for those who want to safely explore Kauai’s waterways. The palm tree-lined river forms on the slopes of Mount Waialeale—one the wettest spots on earth—and edges up against Hanalei town, where there are numerous surf shops with stand-up paddleboards (SUP) available
The tangerine bungalow off the side of Kuhio Highway in Anahola sits in the shadow of Kalalea mountain, a stunning, green peak shaped like King Kong’s head. On most days the artfully painted picnic tables scattered about the bright shack’s orbit are filled with happy customers taking in the majestic views of the mountain with
Winter is big wave season in Hawaii, especially on north-facing shores. And while towering, 20-foot wave faces make for terrible snorkeling conditions, don’t rule out the possibility of exploring the underwater world if you plan to visit this time of year. On the island of Kauai, there are several reef-protected beaches where the water is
Lava Lava Beach Club offers Kauai’s unique toes-in-the-sand dining experience, complete with blue ocean views, daily live music and tropical cocktails you can sip straight from a freshly cracked coconut. The waterfront restaurant and bar opened in January 2016 at the Kauai Shores Hotel, conveniently located in the lively town of Kapaa on Kauai’s historic
