With the onset of the Covid-pandemic, Peter Hessler pivoted his young business from selling wholesale products to customers directly. He decided to open a booth at the Lokahi Kailua Market on Oʻahu to share Pono Potions, his all natural beverage syrups. Now, the coffee-curious and cocktail-connoisseurs can drive down Smith Street in Chinatown almost […]
When there are no big box stores in sight, and you’re in need of a screwdriver or hungry for a snack, the Hasegawa General Store has you covered. “That’s why we’re here, to help people out,” says Neil Hasegawa, the manager of the century-old business. For generations, the Hasegawa General Store has accommodated both Hāna
At HAWAI‘I Magazine, we love being your window to the Hawaiian Islands and their vibrant history, culture and landscape. With each issue, we strive to offer gorgeous photos, tips on how to experience the best the Islands have to offer, strategies on planning for new vacations or, if you’re a former Hawai‘i resident, ways you
It’s that time of year when Valentine’s Day quickly approaches and before you realize it, the calendar reads Feb. 14. Get started on Valentine’s Day shopping with thoughtful gifts from local companies that will impress every darling crush. 1. For the valentine with a sweet tooth: Mānoa Chocolate There’s a reason chocolate is a
Inspired by the beauty of the islands that she calls home, JT Ojerio creates powerful pieces of art for her brand, Aloha De Mele. And Kevin, Grace and Taylon got to sit down with Ojerio to discuss how she got into the world of art, where she’d like to see the industry change and how
We get it, you can’t go wrong with the classics. Having your first surf lesson at Waikīkī Beach will always be an everlasting memory, and touring the KCC Farmers Market is a great way to get a look at local produce and to support small businesses. But if you’re tired of hitting up the same
For many, perusing the snack aisle in any grocery store feels like a stroll down memory lane. And because of the many ethnic influences here, so much about the Islands are unique, from culture to cuisine, and that’s true for snacks, too. So next time you’re in a grocery store in Hawaiʻi, make sure to
Here in the Islands, semiformal attire involves buttoning up an aloha shirt. It’s the Hawaiʻi businessman’s unofficial uniform and the go-to look for first birthdays, graduations and holiday parties. Basically, there’s no such thing as owning too many aloha shirts. Although traditionally worn by men, women’s aloha shirts are also in style, making them great
With the holidays on the horizon, it’s time to get your gift game on. In case you’ve got no idea what to get, check out the locally made items HAWAIʻI Magazine staffers would like to see in their stockings. 1. A Bag of 100% Kona Coffee from Big Island Coffee Roasters As I threw my
While many Christmas and holiday events took a year off in 2020 due to COVID-19, they’ve returned this year in full force. So if your holly jolly itinerary is looking a bit blank, then you’ll want to check out some of these festive affairs that only come around once a year. Honolulu City Lights Now
Mochi doughnuts are having a moment in Hawaiʻi. You’ll see these chewy versions of classic doughnuts at bakeries and farmers markets in Hawaiʻi, made from Japanese sweet rice flour, called mochi flour. This special flour gives the doughnuts a chewy, springy texture—they’re not heavy or dense. The doughnuts are shaped into rings made up of
You know who they are. The impossible friends and family members on your shopping list. Well, we’ve got you this year. No matter who is on your list, these gifts will make you look like the Gift Whisperer. That’s right, this is the list. Lydgate Farms You know chocolate–covered macadamia nuts. Maybe you’ve packed your bags with them on previous trips to the Islands. But we
