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Hiking up to the Makapu‘u Lighthouse can be a quick and relatively painless way for breathtaking views of O‘ahu’s east side. But for the more adventurous, a walk down the side of the cliff will lead you to some amazing tide pools

at the water’s edge. Be take heed: This is an unpaved hike and is extremely challenging. Only the most advanced and physically fit hikers should make this trek.

During the months of January and February, winter swells bring gigantic surf to all north-facing shores. It’s also the holding period for the Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau, a prestigious contest that brings together the world’s best surfers who paddle in to waves as tall as buildings in remembrance of the life and legacy of the famed waterman for which the contest is named.

Due to the precondition that wave heights must be at least 30 feet, the contest has only been held eight times since its inception in 1985. Fittingly, last year marked the 10th anniversary of Eddie Would Go, a biography on Aikau by Stuart H. Coleman. In this issue, Coleman recounts the story that has so captivated and compelled him. If you do happen to be on O‘ahu’s North Shore in hopes to catch The Eddie, be on the lookout for projects and events at the Refinery Project. Located in the old Waialua Sugar Mill, the Refinery Project brings together artists and artisans and transforms the once rundown mill into a place of art and community. According to founder Lan Thai, while regular cinema nights, workshops and special events at the Refinery Project will focus on local community, Thai wants the R/P to be a global creative hub that hopefully one day will play host to the likes of Haruki Murakami, the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Anthony Bourdain or Shepard Fairey. Though we will ring in the New Year in January, you can celebrate again in February with Chinese New Year. Check out Honolulu’s local Chinatown for great food, fireworks and other family-fun festivities.

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a l i s s a s t r O N GThe palm tree picture was a farewell moment as the sun was shining off the road and I approached the last of the palm trees on my way into the Kona airport.

l i N D a b r a N N e NTaken on the grounds of the Grand Wailea, this picture is one of my favorites.


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Shoreline ponds at ‘Āhihi-Kīna‘u, Maui

Located on the southwest corner of Maui, the ‘Āhihi-Kīna‘u reserve became the first designated natural area reserve in 1973. According to Dr. Hallett Hammatt of Cultural Surveys of Hawai‘i, these shoreline pools served as holding ponds for fish, akin to the modern-day refrigerator, which allowed ancient Hawaiians easy access to the fish that were trapped inside. Though home to some of the finest coral reef in Hawai‘i and populated by many native plants and animals, reserve status prohibits removing, injuring or killing any living thing, as well as damaging, disturbing or removing any geologic artifact or cultural site.

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DuSty GRableCo-owner with Chef Jesse Cruz of Lucky Belly

Only a local would know… What a “crackseed” store is and how amazing it is. There’s something about walking into Kay’s Crackseed in Mānoa and having your mouth water with nostalgia. The white seedless sweet li hing mui is addicting. Kay’s Crackseed, 2752 Woodlawn Dr.; 808-988-4338; kayscrackseed.com.

1. Best place for drinking wine: Amuse Wine Bar at the Honolulu Design Center. Their set up is incredible with the self-serve Cruvinet system. It allows for both quality and quantity. They offer more than 50 wines to try by the ounce and they open some very cool high end wines that you don’t normally see available by the glass. Amuse Wine Bar, 1250 Kapiolani Blvd.; 808-237-5428; amusewinebar.com.

2. Best place for a date: The Honolulu Museum of Art, Spalding House has a great cafe with a comfortable atmosphere. After lunch, you can enjoy the museum and the gardens. It inspires good conversation. Spalding House, 2411 Makiki Heights Dr.; 808-526-1322; honolulumuseum.org. Photo by Aaron Yoshino.

3. Favorite type of food and best place to get it: Fried Chicken. I crave Blossoms Okazuya in Kailua regularly. Blossoms Okazuya, 1090 Keolu Dr.; 808- 263-3338.

4. Every visitor to O‘ahu must … Grab a plate lunch and a six-pack and enjoy them on the beach. Food Company, Modelo and Lanikai Beach make a wonderful trio. Photo by Ric Noyle.

5. Best specialty boutique: R. Field Wine Company, which sells so much more than just wine. Their charcuterie and cheese selections are worth the trip. They also offer some very cool specialty items like white anchovies or ahi spread. The employees are always eager to help find something delicious. R. Field Wine Company located in select Foodland stores statewide. More info at foodland.com.

6. Best place for an adventure: Makapu‘u Tide Pools, down from the lighthouse trail. On a clear day you can see Moloka‘i and Maui. The diving and fishing are great, or just relaxing in the tide pools overlooking the ocean make for a day to remember. Photo by David Chatsuthiphan, Unreal Hawaii.

7. Best place for ramen: Lucky Belly, of course. It’s a different kind of ramen experience. Chef Jesse puts his heart into that broth and it shows. Lucky Belly, 50 N. Hotel St.; 808-531-1888.

8. Best place to check out art: Chinatown – make a day of it. Hit up the different galleries, bars and restaurants that feature an array of Hawai‘i’s artists, both established and up-and-coming. Photo by Jonas Maon.

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Kualoa Ranch, established in 1850, is located on 4,000 acres of unspoiled paradise along O‘ahu’s northeastern coast. Family owned and operated, its mission is to serve as a role model and steward of the land by preserving, protect-ing and enhancing Hawai‘i’s natural beauty and culture, while also developing recreational and agricultural enterprises that are compatible with the environment. Recently, Kualoa partnered with Mamoli‘i Productions, which specializes in traditional Hawaiian and Polynesian dances and is led by kumu hula Kui Gape, to present The Legends of Kualoa. The new production showcases the sa-cred land of Kualoa and the four Hawaiian leg-ends of Kahekili, La‘amaikahiki, Kamapua‘a and Kū‘ilioloa, and the battle of Hi‘iaka and Mokoli‘i. Guests will also enjoy a dinner featuring deli-cious hand-carved prime rib, fresh island fish with lemon caper butter sauce, grilled island

chicken, and a selection of sides and dessert. Combination packages with afternoon tours and The Legends of Kualoa tickets are available and offer the opportunity for guests to learn of the legends and legacy of Kualoa’s sacred land, and then see the legends come to life through hula kahiko, an ancient style of hula. The Legends of Kualoa dinner show is avail-able on Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Kama‘aina guests can enjoy the experience for $10 off the ticket price ($49 per adult and $39 per child) or combine the dinner show with ranch tours for the ultimate Hawaiian experience. With an array array of jungle and ocean expedition tours, as well as ATV and horseback adventures, Kualoa has something for everyone.

For more information or to make reservations, please call 808-237-7321 or visit kualoa.com.

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Kaua‘i’s coastlines are decorated with many small caves created by years of crashing waves. As time progresses and the ocean recedes, we are left with gorgeous craters in the lava rock begging for exploration. One of the larger of these is the Maniniholo Dry Cave, located on the north shore of Kaua‘i; it is over 300 yards deep and used to be much larger until a large tsunami in 1957 filled a large portion of it in with sand. Legend has it that the Manini-holo, or chief fisherman of the menehune, dug out the cave in search of a god-like creature who had been stealing their fish. Exploring the cave’s depths has become a unique and exciting experience for all visitors to Kaua‘i.

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カウアイ・ドライ・ケーブカウアイ島北部に３００ヤード以上奥行き

のあるマニホロ・ドライ・ケーブがある。


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Cooler than a lychee shave ice, the snowy slopes of Mauna Kea present a surreal view of Hawai‘i that often escapes both the discerning local and wide-eyed visitor.

At 14,000 feet, the air is crystal clear and the panoramic view at the summit is endless. Add a fresh sprinkling of snow, known by locals as “pineapple powder,” and this world created by the Hawaiian snow goddess Poli‘ahu is ab-solutely mind-blowing. Grab your snowboard and skis, and this place transforms into a wild adventure park. There are no lifts, gondolas, or rope tows, and pure leg power brings you back from your glide. By car, just four hours away from the sun-kissed beaches of Kona, the summit is intensely deceptive. The speedy

ascent can produce parched throats, pounding headaches, and severe muscle cramping. The runs can be long, some more than two miles. The same northern storms that bring monster waves to our islands also help paint Mauna Kea a starchy white. As an immaculate bonus, one has the luxury of heading back down to the beaches and out of the winter wonderland all in the same day, perhaps taking a refresh-ing dip in the surf that only hours earlier could be seen from stretching around the islands in all directions.

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Since his untimely passing in 1984, Rap has become the most copied comedian of his era. His sketches, in which he lovingly lampoons local character tropes, have become ingrained in the collective consciousness of a generation in Hawai‘i. In recordings, and later in a TV special that won national acclaim, he performed as drunken aunties, forlorn surfers, shady car salesmen and arrogant tourists, all interacting with each other through lightning quick comedic timing in modern Hawai‘i. Such was Rap’s genius, that he would dub and record all the characters himself,

sometimes half a dozen speaking nearly at once. His skits have become part of what it means to be local, replayed on television often, shown in classrooms and popular on YouTube. As a student of his genre and a classical ac-tor, Rap Reiplinger has got his start performing with the Hawai’i Theatre for Youth (HTY), one of the oldest and most successful professional youth-oriented companies in America. For the second time, HTY is bringing Rap’s Hawai‘i to audiences that may not ordinarily make it to a theatre. “At first, folks thought the material wouldn’t work without Rap, that it depended on his comedic genius,” says Eric Johnson, the artistic director of HTY. “But it’s written so well, it translates perfectly to the stage. The first half is very PG, family appropriate – that’s the one

we’re bringing to schools. The second half is where we get to have some fun.” In its theatrical adaptation, Rap’s Hawai‘i is performed by three professional actors, Maile Holck, Junior Tesoro and Charles Timtim. The rendition brings to life some of Rap’s most beloved skits, including “Auntie Marialani,” who proceeds to become increasingly inebri-ated while hosting her local cooking show by sampling her main “ingrediment” for her turkey chicken recipe – wine – and describing it as “not too sweet, not too rancid, but juuust right.” Timtim, who plays Auntie Marialani, has fond memories of listening to Rap: “My brother purchased the album Poi Dog when I was 8 years old. When I was a kid, I was shame about it, but I’d laugh and listen to the whole thing until I fell asleep. Last year when we did the tour, we’d tell the high school kids to YouTube his stuff, and they loved it. It’s really affecting a

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HTY brings back its rendition of Rap’s Hawai‘i to the stage for a second time

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whole new generation.” If you are wondering, this material is not just for kids. It’s hilarious. The leitmotif skit of a singing telegram deliveryman being chased by a dog (as played by Tesoro) will have audiences rolling in the aisles. HTY performers are profes-sionals, and Rap is serious comedy.

Honolulu Theatre for Youth will present Rap’s Hawai‘i at Tenney Theatre, opening January 11, then Saturdays through January. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 808-839-9885 or visit htyweb.org.

ラプス・ハワイグループ名、ハワイ・シアター・フォー・ユースはハワイで有名なコメデイアン、ラッ

プ・リップリンガーの寸劇を演じる。


Sitting on a dimly lit lanai in the brisk fall evening air listening to Erin Smith talk, it’s hard not to be captivated by her warm charm, welcoming personality and almost melodic voice – qualities that resonate throughout much of her music. With a smoothness likened to Lana Del Ray, the soulful quality of Adele, and a unique sound all her own, Smith is bursting onto the solo scene with a new album and attitude. No stranger to music, the singer-songwriter began playing the violin at age 4 and was con-stantly surrounded by music. With nearly every member of her family musically inclined, includ-ing a brother who also is a professional musician, it’s easy to see the impact that music has had on Smith’s life. Growing up in Toronto, she was versed in musical theater, and it was here that she “really learned to belt.” This skill proved useful when she moved to Maui in 2004 and began performing at multiple venues all over the islands with The Throwdowns, a band that has grown into a stylized power-

house known for their high-energy, pop-punk performances. The Throwdowns have opened for such acts as The Fray and Matisyahu, dur-ing which Smith showed her dedication to her craft by performing in the pouring rain in a full leg brace as a result of a torn ligament. “It was sweaty, rainy, messy, flashy and fantastic,” Smith recalls. “Just pure rock-and-roll awesomeness.” Despite the growing success of the band, Smith found herself in new territory when it came to recording her solo work. “It has been a work in progress but one I have really enjoyed and that has helped me develop a side of my music I don’t always get to perform,” she says. The new album explores a darker side of Smith and has allowed her to channel some of her own personal experience into the music. “I was ready get into the producing side of it,” says Smith, who recorded the album in Montreal, “and then I found myself going in the completely opposite direction and it has ended up being this really stripped back, soulful and personal sound.”

The album is a mellow blend of acoustics, in-strumentation and gorgeous vocals that doesn’t sacrifice any of the attitude and sass that Smith has become known for. While the album’s release date isn’t set in stone, Smith continues to per-form regularly and add to her repertoire of flaw-less, feel-good music.

Erin Smith plays January 12 and 19 at The Republik and Wednesdays through February at Monkeypod Kitchen in Ko Olina. To keep up with Smith, follow her on Twitter and Insta-gram @erinsmith808. For more information on The Throwdowns, visit thethrowdowns.com.

THROWING DOWNwith Erin Smith

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エレン・スミース有名なシンガーソングライター、ラナ・デル・レイやアデルーにも劣らないエレン・スミースは

新しいソロアルバムを出します。


Sliding into the shallow, rocky waters of Kewalo Basin, Kahi Pacarro swims 50 meters out to a tangled mess of trash. Holding his breath, he dives beneath the surface and frees the plastic bags and fishing line from the coral below, only to catch some serious stink eye from the line’s owner upon returning to shore. He seizes the opportunity to spread some mana‘o (thought): “Sorry, brah, that fishing style isn’t sustainable, plus you never caught nothing but O‘ahu.” The Kewalo Basin cleanup proved to be one of the most challenging events to date for Sustainable Coastlines Hawaii, requiring an abundance of creative maneuvering (think dinghies, an inflatable C4 Waterman mat, and homemade bamboo nets), but it’s all in a day’s work for Pacarro, local boy and executive director of the beach-loving non-profit. Formed in 2011, after Pacarro met the original New Zealand Sustainable Coastlines team during

a beach cleanup near Auckland, SCH is fulfilling its mission of “inspiring local communities to care for their coastlines.” The 12 core members collaborate with partners like Kokua Hawai‘i Foundation, Styrophobia, Da Hui and Surfrider Foundation to create inventive ways to combine community service, education and fun. Earlier this year, SCH received a grant from the John-son Ohana Charitable Foundation, founded by Jack and Kim Johnson. And there’s no doubt that their care and stewardship of Hawai‘i’s coastlines create cleaner beaches. During their Earth Day cleanup, which stretched from Makapu‘u Beach to Makai Pier, the 800 participants removed 3,652 pounds of trash. A recent International Coastal Cleanup Day event involving every Kai-lua beach access including Lanikai and the two Mokolua Islands, cleared 1,800 lbs of rubbish from O‘ahu’s Windward side. SCH has positioned itself as a stewardship-

creating team focused on the largest part of the ahupua‘a triangle, the coastlines, but beach clean ups are just one facet of their strategy. Lo-gistics manager Aaron Rosenblatt is responsible for maximizing efficiency and effectiveness. “Our goal is to squeeze every ounce of educational value from the clean ups,” he says. “All findings are reported to both the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and The Ocean Conservancy, and we work with partners who help recycle and repurpose much of what we collect.” This past April, members of SCH participated in the 2012 Hawai‘i Marine Debris Action Plan Workshop, a two-day think tank largely cen-tered on the Japan tsunami debris. Additionally, as part of NOAA’s Shoreline Monitoring Project, the team sweeps Kāne‘ohe’s North Beach on a monthly basis. You might also find the “coast huggers” leading interactive sustainability proj-

GOOD CLEAN FUN Sustainable Coastlines Hawaii is making waves with a new twist on the ever-present problem of marine debris

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ects at area schools, speaking to media outlets about the impact of marine debris, or presenting the data they collect to City Council or legislature members. Though Pacarro asserts that their message of conservation is best absorbed in environments that are relaxed and lighthearted. “Bad habits ingrained in our throw-away culture are easier to break when you show how fun and easy it is to be responsible and live pono [honorable],” he says. “We have a great time talking story with kūpuna [elders] and keiki [children] about their relationship with the ocean. Ultimately, we learn that integrating sustainable practices as a form of humility is the deepest sign of respect.”

For more information or volunteer opportuni-ties, visit sustainablecoastlineshawaii.org or fol-low on Twitter @coasthuggers.

サステイナバル・コーストラインサステイナバル・コーストライン・ハワイは人々にハワイの美しい海辺を保つための

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TOWED-INKekaha Beach Park

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Winter swells bring massive waves to Hawai‘i’s shores. Thundering waves can be as large as 20 feet (translating to a wave face height of more than 30 feet) and oftentimes even larger. Tow-in surfing, as shown here at Kaua‘i’s Kekaha Beach Park, utilizes a motorized vehicle such as a jetski or helicopter to be able to catch waves that were once thought uncatchable. Waves of this height move at 30 to 40 mph, making it nearly impossible to pick up enough speed to manually paddle into the wave.


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COMEThe Refinery Project in the old Waialua Sugar Mill brings

together a community of artists and artisans

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Underneath a 70-foot banyan

tree that holds objects of

the past within its roots

lies the refinery project

(r/p), where foUnder lan thai

believes that if she bUilds

an eco-art space, creators

will come to collaborate.

with the waialUa sUgar

mill and moUnt Ka‘ala set

as bacKdrops, old matson

shipping containers and

wood palettes are being

revamped into art stUdios

and worKshop spaces. Instead of ghosts of baseball’s past materializing through corn fields, Thai envisions the old cane fields will eventually play host to a multitude of things: a concert by her all-time favorite band, the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, or a live reading by author Haruki Murakami; one

day, she sees Shepard Fairey painting a container, Eddie Vedder strumming his ukulele, Anthony Bourdain spouting sarcasms amidst cooking demonstrations, and John Baldessari coloring the spaces with his artwork. “I want to build a place so inviting that artists, intellects and creatives from around the world come to share their talents,” says Thai. While regular cinema nights, workshops and special events will focus on local community, Thai wants the R/P to be a global creative hub. “Hawai‘i already draws people from all around the world,” she explains. “Why not build a place where they can come vacation and do something creative at the same time?” In order to finish the space and install power, Thai launched an Indiegogo campaign to raise needed funds. The campaign will be live until Jan. 26, 2013. At the launch party in December, farmers, creators, fashionistas and musicians came together to support, while R/P’s staple artists showed their work.

リファイナリ・プロジェクットリファイナリ・プロジェクットは独創的なアイデイアで旧ワイアルア・シュガー・ミールの建物を改築し、アーテイストや農夫、シェフなど

の人々が集まり交流の場となっている。

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NiCk WellesMediums: Fiberglass, resin, pen, ink, paint

Art: Nick Welles creates a hybrid of abstract expressionism and pop art. He is surrounded by fiberglass and resin working at the Two Crows Surfboards factory, and so it was only a matter of time before the art from the surfboards made their way into Welles’ paintings. The work he does these days brings together his tenure as a surfboard builder and his studies in fine arts at the University of Hawai‘i, Mānoa.

R/P: “This is a special opportunity for any artist. Studio spaces are being built and gallery space is available. It’s cool to see an industrial space turn into a creative outlet. It’s great to see creative, motivated people doing their thing, which inspires me.”

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CHad RepassMediums: Wood pallets, reclaimed wood, recycled materials

Art: Chad Repass’ handiwork is all around R/P. The living bar, which has beautiful lines and a variety of herbs growing from the sides, is an example of his innovative craftsmanship. The art studios whose bones have been reincarnated from discarded wood pallets into walls and floors are another example of the seven years of remodel-ing houses that schooled Repass in woodwork. His ability to reclaim materials and make them into something beautiful is pure virtuosity.

R/P: “Refinery Project is a cool collaborative because it uses recycled or discarded materials, which makes it eco-friendly. It’s inspiring to see all the hard work come together and build an amazing place people can immedi-ately be drawn to.”

CHelsea iWaMiMediums: Acrylic paint on canvas

Art: Chelsea Iwami’s artistic style is heavily influenced by Hawaiian, Japanese and American culture – all of which she is a part of. Her subject matter tends to be mostly birds and fishes, and she illustrates the magic of these masters of sky and ocean. Working as a teacher at an elementary and high school, and as a restaurant server at night, Iwami is the epitome of a growing artist. Her love for life is visible in her use of brilliant color and whimsical textures.

R/P: “The arts of all kinds are a discipline that is slowly los-ing importance in daily life. But if you really look around, and even reference history, the art is at the core of culture. Art is all around us. There is so much more to art, and the R/P will be a space that exhibits people who have refined their art, as well as share, show and teach their skill.”

RYaN HiGaMediums: Acrylic painting, drawings and sculpture

Art: Ryan Higa’s work chronicles the life and times of the strange yet cute inhabitants of Gruntled Funk. Higa’s art can be seen at the Honolulu Museum of Art’s Spalding House and Cedar Street Galleries. He will be featured in The Honolulu Museum’s forthcoming Contempo event and Art-ists of Hawai‘i in 2013. R/P: “I see the Refinery Project as a place for local artists to share their work and thoughts with the community. It also allows artists to interact with each other and the community through workshops, collaborative projects and special events.”

For more information on R/P, visit refineryproject-hi.com. To support R/P’s efforts, visit indiegogo.com/refineryproject.


“jUst pictUre yoU’re looKing at

diamond head right now. yoU see

the sUrf, and yeah, it’s crowded

and windy. then yoU looK oUt past

the sUrf and see the wind blowing

all those little white caps all

over the place, and yoU thinK,

‘god, it’s jUst roUgh and crazy

oUt there.’ and yea, if yoU were

to paddle against it, the wind

woUld be blowing in yoUr ear and

in yoUr face – ” at this moment in

his story, north shore lifegUard

and downwind sUrf fanatic KirK

ziegler imitates the soUnd of wind

whipping past – whoooo – “then

yoU tUrn aroUnd and it’s qUiet,

becaUse the wind’s on yoUr bacK.

yoU don’t see the white caps

anymore; yoU jUst see a wave,

a wave to yoUr left, a wave to

yoUr right, a wave in front of

yoU, and yoU jUst paddle into the

first wave. there’s no one aroUnd

yoU, and yoU’re not in a crowded

lineUp – it’s jUst yoU oUt there by

yoUrself.”

Hawai‘i has always been a land of watermen and women, perhaps most well known for being the birthplace of surfing, where ali‘i (chiefs) of long ago danced atop the foamy seas. Since those days, surfing has been reincarnated, exploding to become a booming industry and sport. But it was downwind surfing that brought the ali‘i here in the first place, paddling hundreds of miles on outrigger canoes from Polynesia. Today, downwind surfing – which requires tradewinds and open-ocean swells and can be done with multiple-person or solo canoes, kayaks or stand-up paddleboards – remains the quiet hero in the background. It’s a sport that takes guts to leave the beach behind and risk losing your vessel to rogue waves or squalls, and muscles to get you there and keep you moving if you miss your mark. It’s a sport that demands real respect, even if it doesn’t draw huge crowds and sponsors. For the folks who do it, this is perfect. It leaves them space to roam. “One time we did a full-moon run,” says Rachel Brunscht, a California transplant and 28-year-old Waikīkī lifeguard. She’s a tall girl for the islands, with collarbone-length sun-bleached hair and an angular face. “There was nine of us, and it was supposed to be the brightest moon of the year or something, and so we all went. But we were all pretty dumb. We didn’t bring any lights or anything. We just loaded up at Kaimana Beach, and we all just started paddling. We tried staying together as a group, but of course immediately everyone got separated. Clouds were coming through, the moon wasn’t helping at all, and it was super windy too. I ended up by myself, but

WAVES BEYOND THE WAVES

Downwind surfing, and why it’s best in Hawai‘i

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the only thing that made me feel better was I knew there were two guys that were slower than me,” she says with a laugh. “Birds were swooping in on us and everything. That was pretty fun.” Rachel and Kirk have the competitive edge it takes to make confident watermen and literal competitors. They have raced, among others things, the renowned Ka‘iwi Channel, a 26-mile water path that stretches from Moloka‘i to O‘ahu, in six-man and one-man canoes. In 2011, Rachel also took first in the women’s stock division of the Ka‘iwi Channel stand-up paddleboard race, setting a world record (though she quickly demurs, saying it’s a relatively new category). The two are also good examples of the varied offerings of downwind surfing: moonlight paddle adventures, training for races by paddling Kona winds from the Ala Wai to Hawai‘i Kai, trips to explore undisclosed locations; and, for Kirk, quick fishing trips off his stand-up board during work breaks and days-off. The fish he catches are often given to whatever friends happen to be nearby. As for the size of the waves surfed downwind, these vary depending on the location and winds at the time. “If you go outside Makapu‘u or outside China Walls, the swells are big. Maybe five-to-eight-foot swells. In front of Diamond Head or Hawai‘i Kai, it’s

two-to-three feet, maybe four,” says Kirk. Ask either of them to estimate Ka‘iwi Channel’s waves and they shrug, trying to roughly measure in their minds open-ocean swells from when it has been nearly flat to those from a journey during a small-craft advisory. “The waves never really die,” says Rachel. “They just reform into new waves, but you gotta know which way to go. Like this wave is coming straight from your back, but it slowly curves right or curves left so you’ve got to catch a new wave. … If you know how to read the ocean and see how the water moves, you can surf the whole entire time.”

ダウンウィーンド・サーフィングカヌーやカヤック、スタンドアップパドルボードを使い風の力を利用しながら楽しむダウンウィーンドサーフ

ィングは今ハワイで人気。


THEIR CRESCENT FORMS FRAMED BY

WEATHERED BASALT CLIFFS, THE VALLEYS

OF KAUA‘I HAVE HISTORICALLY YIELDED

ExCELLENT PRODUCE AND LIVESTOCK, THE

qUALITY OF WHICH RIVALS ANYWHERE IN THE

WORLD. ONLY RECENTLY ARE BUSINESSES ON

THE GARDEN ISLE REAFFIRMING THE ISLAND’S

CAPACITY TO SUSTAIN ITS HUMAN GUESTS.

Kaua‘i was always a place to grow food. A few hundred years after Polynesian settlers first cleared ground to produce their favored staple, taro (kalo), the population had established a land management system based in large part on the cultivation of the plants on the island’s mid-ele-vation valleys. Hawaiian farmers raised livestock, maintained their homes, and planted nearly 40 varieties of taro in fields irrigated by stone-faced streams, diverting constant rainwater to a complex series of terraced lo‘i (taro patches) that led to an abundant sea. By the time Captain Cook arrived at a far Eastern point in the archipelago in

1776, the population of Kaua‘i was as numerous as it is presently, including visitors. This feat of agricultural and human engineer-ing on Kaua‘i has been presented as a model of a self-sustaining community in the 21st century. There are some places that have remained lo‘i on Kaua‘i, the most famous being the breathtaking valley of Hanalei. Sugar, like taro, thrives in places with lots of water and lots of sun, two resources that Kaua‘i has in abundance. In the 19th century, American businessmen realized there was a fortune to be made on the Garden Isle. Lo‘i gave way to acres of sugar, worked by immigrants from distant shores. It was these people who created what we now refer to as local culture, incorporating their favor-ite items from each other’s lunch pails into what visitors now see on their local mix plate. Through the modern era, ranches had provid-ed livestock to local grocers, and Kaua‘i produce supplemented local meals, the bulk of which are brought to the island on barges. Unfortunately, much of this production has diminished. Global trade and the influx of a tourism-based economy

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I M A G E S B Y J O H N H O O K

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have bisected humanity from one of the best places in the world to grow food. The valleys of Kaua‘i are experiencing a new era. Where sugar once was, Kaua‘i’s south shore is now dominated by “planned communities,” replete with gorgeous golf courses, condominiums, and gated residences. Not wanting to eat steaks that were on the same plane destined for the tropics, visitors are now choosing what is referred to as Hawai‘i Regional Cuisine, opting for dining options that include aspects of the global eat-local movement. There are a few places on Kaua‘i to eat well, and eat local. For a treat on the south shore, the Hyatt has all the grandeur of a resort, as well as the delicious bounty of Kaua‘i farmers. The Hyatt’s flagship restaurant Tidepools is not to be missed. Up the road at the Shops at Kukui‘ula, the staff at Tortilla Republic have gone to exorbitant lengths to source their

produce and livestock from Kaua‘i farmers and ranchers. A night club on the weekend, Tortilla Republic offers one of the few places on the island where local folks get dressed, get down, and get enough courage to court each other on a dance floor. Thankfully, some of Kaua‘i’s dining options appreciate the historic connection the island’s fertile valleys have with their human guests. When visiting the garden isle, it is those places that should be patronized, continuing a tradi-tion of appreciative sustenance from the land that will, with hope, not be lost entirely.

カウアイ・サウス・ポイント自然に恵まれたカウアイ島南部に地元でとれ

た農産物を使い最高の料理をサーブする世界でも指折りのレストランがある。


AFTER MOVING TO HAWAI‘I IN 1993, I SAW

THE PHRASE “EDDIE WOULD GO” ON SO

MANY BUMPER STICKERS AND T-SHIRTS

THAT I THOUGHT IT MIGHT BE THE STATE

MOTTO. LIKE MANY NAïVE MAINLANDERS, I

WONDERED, WHO WAS EDDIE AND WHERE

DID HE GO? Local friends explained that Eddie Aikau had been a proud Native Hawaiian, a respected lifeguard and a fearless big-wave rider who disappeared at sea. Intrigued, I wanted to know more about this man, how he had become an almost mythic Hawaiian icon and why the saying “Eddie Would Go” was such a popular mantra. While teaching literature and creative writing at Punahou School, I met a colleague named Marion Lyman-Mercereau, who had known Eddie and been one of the last people to see him alive. She and Eddie were crewmembers on the Polynesian voyaging canoe Hokule‘a that capsized while sailing from Hawai‘i to Tahiti. She told me about how he had tried to save the rest of the crew and was never seen again. After hearing her story, I felt compelled to write something about Eddie Aikau’s remarkable life. But I was just a haole (foreigner) from the

mainland and an unknown writer, and it didn’t seem my place to pen such a biography. But as a writer, surfer and teacher, I was captivated by Eddie’s story and began learning more about him and his family. A couple of years later, I met two legendary Punahou teachers named Peter Cole and Fred Van Dyke, both of whom had surfed the biggest waves in the world with Eddie at Waimea Bay on the North Shore. When I expressed interest in writing about Eddie, they introduced me to the Aikau family. I remember Eddie’s brother Clyde saying, “Any friend of Peter and Fred’s is a friend of ours.” I met and interviewed Clyde, along with his sisters Myra and Sol, and though hesitant at first, they eventually began sharing their memories of Eddie. Through laughter and tears, they shared stories that brought him back to life. While writing Eddie Would Go, there were times I worried the manuscript would ever be finished or even published. By this time, I had already spent four years researching and writing; I had conducted more than 50 interviews with Eddie’s friends, family, surfers, lifeguards and sailors. But how was I going to put all the stories together in a coherent way that would honor his life without turning the man into a mythic legend? During the darkest moments of doubt, I would close my eyes and remember the famous

EDDIE WOULD GO: MAN, MYTH

AND MANTRALast year marked the 10th anniversary of Eddie Would Go, a biography capturing the life

and legacy of the famed waterman and hero by Stuart H. Coleman. Here, Coleman recounts

the story that has so captivated and compelled him.

T E x T B Y s t u a r t H . C O l e m a N

o P E n I n G I M A G E B Y m i K e C O O t s

c o U r T E S Y o f a i K a u f a m i ly a N D e D D i e w O u l D G O

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phrase: Eddie Would Go. Then I would go surfing or swimming to clear my head. Sometimes, I would see a sea turtle gliding beneath me in the water, and I always felt better and more focused afterwards. Those three words became my mantra during the marathon writing sessions, and I would chant them in my mind to channel Eddie’s courage and spirit of perseverance. That mantra would become not only the title of my book, but the central theme of the story as well. After finally finishing the manuscript, I knew Eddie’s story would resonate with the people of Hawai‘i and hoped it would reach readers on the mainland as well. Although my agent was able to pitch the book to the biggest publishers in the country, the New York editors eventually declined. They said there wasn’t a big enough audience outside of Hawai‘i that would be interested in reading about this relatively unknown surfer’s life and adventures. So I decided to create my own company and publish the book myself. I hired an editor and designer and raised enough money to pay for the printing of 7,500 copies. As Eddie’s brother Clyde likes to say about riding giant waves, “Go big or go home!” When Eddie Would Go first hit the

bookstores, it made a splash, and the ripples began spreading across the media. I remember reading the first newspaper review with trembling hands. To my surprise, the opening line read, “Only a mainland haole could have written this book.” What?! The reviewer went on to write, “Eddie Aikau has become such a powerful Hawaiian icon that the emotional, cultural and historical baggage would have immobilized a local writer trying to tell Eddie’s remarkable tale.” Eddie Would Go eventually became a bestseller in Hawai‘i, as well as around the world. At one event, a big Hawaiian man came up to me and asked me if I was the author. I swallowed and said I was. “Before you wrote that book, you was just one haole from the mainland,” he said seriously. Then a slight smile emerged. “Now, you one local haole.” I think he meant it as a compliment. Since his disappearance at sea on March 17, 1978, Eddie’s reputation has only grown over the years. There is now a big-wave surfing contest in his honor each year at Waimea Bay, and the state recognized his sacrifice by proclaiming the date Eddie Aikau Day. The family set up a non-profit organization called the Eddie Aikau Foundation, which


sponsors a student essay contest and college scholarships. Coinciding with the 10th anniversary of the book’s publication in 2012, a new documentary about his life will premiere at film festivals and on ESPN in 2013. A tech-savvy group of teachers in Hawai‘i are also working to produce an digital version of the book that will engage young readers with links to websites about the Hokule‘a and dramatic film highlights of recent Eddie contests. Held each December, the quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau big-wave contest brings together the best big-wave riders in the world. These international athletes travel to O‘ahu’s North Shore to gather at Eddie’s memorial at Waimea Bay for an opening ceremony to honor the sacrifice he made to save his fellow sailors. Hundreds of supporters gather to watch the opening ceremony, which launches the three-month holding period when the waves have to reach at least 20 feet to hold the contest. When news of the actual contest is announced, thousands of spectators will line

the beaches and surrounding cliffs of Waimea Bay to watch, and millions more around the world will watch the event online. During the first “Eddie” at Waimea Bay in 1987, the surf was so big that contest officials debated whether they should send the contestants out into such massive waves. Filming the event for a documentary, director Jack McCoy asked big-wave legend Mark Foo if they should even hold the contest. Staring at the huge surf, Foo slowly turned toward the camera, smiled and said, “Eddie would go.” At that moment, he breathed new life into the old mantra, and Eddie’s legend began spreading around the surfing world. Looking back now, I realize that those three words – Eddie Would Go – not only captured the spirit of the man’s amazing life and compelling story, but they have also become an inspiring mantra for people in Hawaiæi and readers around the world.

エデイー・アイカウストアト・コルマンはハワイアンヒ

ーロー、エデイー・アイカウの伝記、エデイー・ウッド・ゴーを出版

して１０週年目を迎えた。

B E Y O N D T H E H O R I Z O NI M A G E S A n D T E x T P r o v I D E D B Y v a C at i O N s H a w a i i

t h e n i n t h i S L a n D : V e G a S

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Go! is the only neighbor island carrier with an interlining luggage contract with Vacations Hawaii, so passengers flying to Vegas can conveniently check their luggage all the way to Vegas from their perspective islands without the hassle of claiming and re-checking baggage in Honolulu. For more information on all of Vacation Hawaii's travel packages and custom services, visit their website at BoydVacationsHawaii.com. If you want to be the first to know about specials, follow them on Facebook at facebook.com/VacationsHawaii, or on Twitter @VacationsHawaii.

ビヨンド・ザ・ホライゾンラス・ベガスは九番目のハワイアンアイランドと呼ばれている。

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ファッション

特色のあるハワイメイドの水着とカバーアップはオアフのアイマナロで撮影されました。

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An international gathering of artists converges on Kaka‘ako from February 6-16

Explore the burgeoning neighborhood of Kaka‘ako during the month of February when urban art spills into the streets and onto walls for the third annual Pow Wow Hawai‘i, a gathering of international and local contemporary artists that engages with the broader community in the process and creation of art. From February 6 to 16, Honolulu will host

more than 40 artists from around the world. If you’re up for an artistic adventure outside of the typical gallery space, be sure to check out this once a year event.

For more information visit powwowhawaii.com.



VALENTINE'S DAY GIFT IDEAS FOR HIM AND HER

S H O PO ’ a H u

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bangle, narrow, in sterling silver, I Love You bangle,

narrow, in 18 karat gold, Tiffany Yours bangle, wide

in sterling silver; $375, $3,100, $450.

Tiffany Anniversary Kunzite Pendant, oval

Kunzite totaling just over 175 carats, with

diamonds set in platinum; on a diamond

and platinum chain.

Jason Dow Sun Bead Necklace, in 18 karat

yellow gold with 0.64 carat diamonds, also

available in 18 karat white or rose gold.

Martin & MacArthur Hiroki sunglasses, made

with wood from Martin & MacArthur’s private

reserve of Koa; $349.

Martin & MacArthur Sport Collection Round

Classic Wood Watch, made from from ‘iliahialo‘e, a

medium-sized hardwood tree; $209.

Maui Divers Plumeria Ring, 14 karat

rose gold ring set with 16 faceted round

diamonds totaling 0.095 carats; $995.


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T E x T & I M A G E B Y l i s a ya m a D a

C H I N E S E N E W Y E A R 2 0 1 3 : Y E A R O F T H E S N A K E

In Hawai‘i, New Year’s celebrations are not over come January 1. Just a month later, Honolulu’s very own Chinatown embarks on several weeks of celebratory events all dedicated to ring in the Chinese New Year.

T E x T B Y N a O m i ta G a

I M A G E S B Y J O N a s m a O N

February 10 marks the first day of the 2013 Chinese calendar celebrating the Year of the Snake. On any given day, the neighborhood is bustling with countless merchants and markets, but for these special few weeks, Chinatown proudly shines. Legend tells that the Chinese used bright red papers and fire crackling bamboo to scare away a terrorizing monster called Nian. Today, nian is the Chinese word for “year,” and as it goes with red firecrackers, the bigger and louder, the better. For all of Hawai‘i’s people, celebrating such an occasion is a remembrance of heritage and culture, as traditional as Auld Lang Syne! Be sure to visit Chinatown, where arts and culture meet, during the month of February for entertaining, visually stimulating, family fun.

チャイニズ・ニュー・イヤー２月１０日はチャイニズ・ニュー・イヤーである。その間、ホンルルのチャイナタウンでは花火や食べ物、家族連れ楽しめるいろいろな催しものがある。


traDitionaL Lion DanceS or choy cheng

(meaninG LiteraLLy, “eatinG of the Green”)

on KinG St. are a muSt See. for the chineSe,

LionS are a SymboL of GooD LucK once

beLieVeD to protect famiLieS by warDinG

off eViL SpiritS. if a Lion iS DancinG your

way, feeD it money for GooD LucK!

Visit food eateries in places like the Chinatown Cultural Plaza for authentic Asian cuisine, but a majority of food vendors in Chinatown will serve up familiar Chinese favorites including gau (sticky rice cake) and jai (vegetarian monk’s food) as well.

Catch colorful parades (on Hotel St.) typically featuring the Narcissus queen and court, cultural organizations, martial artists, a 150-foot lion dance, and of course lots of lighted firecrackers.

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Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort’s Na Ho‘ola Spa offers a dose of tranquility and wellbeing, and for a limited time, a kama‘aina membership program special. Na Ho’ola invites kama’aina to join the new Spa Kama’aina Membership Program.

Your $120 registration fee includes a 50-minute Lomi Lomi massage, 15% off future spa visits, 10% off retail purchases, complimentary valet parking, and the 4th massage is free after the first three paid massages. Membership is available to all residents of Hawaii as well as military stationed in Hawaii. Registration lasts one year; the

current offer expires January 31, 2013. Details are available by calling 808-237-6330. With more than 12 years of experience, Hyatt’s Na Ho‘ola Spa has mastered the art of relaxation. The stress-free facility offers access to Hyatt’s state of the art gym, steam showers and dry sauna. Upon arrival, guests can enjoy the relaxation room, which has a penthouse view of the ocean, hotel pool and welcoming blue skies. A direct ocean view with crystal clear water is waiting for you at one glance. Hawaiian healing tales and the belief that water has the power to heal have heavy influence on the spa’s name and operation. Na Ho‘ola translates to mean “many healers.” The name was given to the spa by well-respected kūpuna (cultural teacher) Aunty Malia Craver. She gave the name to the spa with confidence, knowing the spa would keep a sense of tradition with modern practice. The spa has a wide array of treatments, including an extensive selection of tropical facials,

rejuvenating body scrubs, detoxifying wraps or tension-relieving massages. All treatments are influenced by the dreams of Aunty Malia Craver and Hawaiian methods of healing. The spa’s signature treatment is their pohaku massage, which incorporates lomi lomi and hot stone treatments. Contrary to most hot stone massages, heat generated from smooth lava stones are rotated throughout the massage. The unique technique is soothing and infuses a sense of spirituality, while promoting circulation.

Na Ho‘ola Spa in the Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa is located at 2424 Kalakaua Ave. For more information or reservations, call 808-923-1234 or visit them online at waikiki.hyatt.com.

NA HO‘OLA SPA KAMA‘AINA MEMBERSHIPJoin the membership program and enjoy great benef its including free massages.

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Waking in the pre-dawn hours may not sound like how a day of vacation should start, but arriving to the Ma‘alaea Harbor as the gentle heat of the morning sun welcomes you aboard the Maui Magic makes it all worthwhile. One of two vessels operated by Maui Classic Charters, the Maui Magic provides a smaller, more intimate setting to discover the wonders of Maui’s gleaming waters. We set out from the harbor with a liberal ap-plication of sunscreen on our five-hour Dolphin Discovery voyage with unknowing anticipation as the heat of the morning begins to strength-en. Motoring along the south Maui shore and only 10 minutes into our trip, the Maui Magic happens upon a large green sea turtle taking breaths on the ocean’s surface as we pass morn-ing paddle boarders and round the bend to idyllic Makena. Maui looks spectacular from the sea. Caught unaware as most of the passengers snap photos of the shoreline, we are joined by a curious, friendly pod of spinner dolphins. They are beautifully playful and endearing, and as we motor forward so that they can spin and jump in the Magic’s forward waves, time stands still for

everyone aboard. As the frolicking pod bids us farewell, we are elated that our early morning wake-up call has proven to be so fruitful. We venture to the very eastern end of south Maui, where few cars ever go, and with the red cinder cones of Haleakalā in the background, we watch the fins of a spot-ted eagle ray splash atop the ocean’s surface to reveal its white underbelly. En route to Molokini atoll, known as a snorkeler’s paradise, large groups of flying fish dart out of the waves in frantic flight and are gone as quickly as they appeared. As snorkeler’s dive overboard into the perfectly temperate, I prepare for what would become one of the best things I’ve ever done on Maui: Snuba diving. With freedom to plunge 15 feet underwater without ever coming up for air or having to check any gauges, a snuba diving experience is a brilliant way to explore Maui’s underwater world. The vibrant colors of coral and sea urchin come alive as the sun shines through the clear waters off Molokini. We explore the reef in small groups and surround ourselves with hundreds of fish, fixated momentarily on a baby reef shark

gracefully hugging the coral wall. Underwa-ter, you can hear the distinctive chomp of sea turtles feeding on seaweed swaying in the ocean current. We climb back aboard the Maui Magic to leave Molokini in pursuit of more turtles at the aptly named Turtle Arches. The turtles here are behemoths, large in stature and stride and seemingly fearless. Pulling back into Ma‘alaea Harbor is a bit-tersweet moment. Faces affixed with permanent smiles, we clamor over our own thoughts and try to pick out our favorite moments among a myriad of unforgettable experiences; the experi-ence of Maui Magic. For more information or to book a tour, visit mauicharters.com.

マウイ・マジック・チャーター・ボートに乗船するとイルカや海亀、トロピカルフィッシ

ュや美しい海の景観を楽しめる。

MAUI MAGIC

T E x T B Y J e f f s m i t H

I M A G E c o U r T E S Y o f m a u i m a G i C


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KAPi‘OlAni MEdicAl cEnTER FOR WOMEn & cHildREn’S HyUndAi HOPE On WHEElSJanuary 5, Maui at Whalers Village in Ka‘anapali

Hyundai Hope On Wheels and Kapi‘olani Medi-cal Center for Women & Children would like to invite you to the 2013 Run 4 Hope on Saturday, January 5, on the beautiful is-land of Maui at Whalers Village in Ka’anapali. The Hyundai Hope On Wheels 5K Run/Walk will raise money and awareness for pediatric cancer research. Net proceeds from this race will directly benefit Kapi‘olani Medical Center and children battling cancer throughout the state of Hawai‘i. This family event is sure to have something for everyone. Kids 12 and under can register for the Kids Fun Run for $10, and the post-race Celebration of Life festival, included with each paid race entry, offers food and fun for the whole family.

For more information or to register, visit HyundaiHopeonWheels.org/5K.

HAWAi‘i PAciFic HEAlTH WOMEn’S 10KMarch 3, 2013, 7 a.m, Kapi‘olani Park

Join us on Sunday, March 3 at 7 a.m. for the Hawai‘i Pacific Health Women’s 10K, held at Kapi‘olani Park. For more than 35 years, the Hawai‘i Pacific Health Women’s 10K race has brought together women of all ages in a celebration of fitness and good health. Elite runners, serious runners, race walkers and recreational walkers all participate. Mothers and daughters, students, military and visitors make the Hawai‘i Pacific Health Women’s 10K a tradition. This year the proceeds will benefit women’s health services at the nonprofit hospi-tals of Hawai‘i Pacific Health.

Register now at hawaiipacifichealth.org/womens10K.

AMERicAn cAncER SOciETy’S HOEdOWn FOR HOPE February 23, Kauai Marriott Resort

The 2013 Hoedown for Hope will be held on February 23 at the Kauai Marriott Resort. Dine on gourmet western fare, participate in live and silent auctions, show off your skills in the Western Main Street and spend the evening listening and dancing to music – all while raising money for a wonderful cause. The Hoedown For Hope gala helps patients in accessing the care and support that they need. So get out your cowboy boots, belt up those wranglers, but leave the horses at home. This year’s event is one you won’t want to miss! For more information, contact Katie Burleson at 808-246-0695 or visit hoedownforhope.org

AMERicAn HEART ASSOciATiOn: February is American Heart Month!

Did you know that heart disease is the number one killer in the state of Hawai‘i? How about that one-third of Hawai‘i’s keiki are clinically obese? The Hawaii Department of Health reported that Hawai‘i and Kaua‘i counties have a disproportionally higher rate of stroke and coronary heart disease mortality rates than any other county. To address this, the American Heart Association (AHA) remains committed to building healthier communities and families. All year AHA remains active in being a part of various awareness campaigns and educational opportunities throughout Hawai‘i ranging from the Jump Rope for Heart in elementary schools to informational resources provided to companies looking to expand their wellness programs. Through the relationship of local sponsors, like HMAA, AHA has the opportu-nity to provide 100 AHA CPR educational kits throughout the state, in an effort to teach the

next generation the life-saving skills and what to do during a medical emergency. AHA has also remained dedicated to fundraising for various campaigns including Go Red for Women, which directly fundraises for women’s heart health and prevention. In November, AHA hosted the annual Go Red for Women Luncheon on Maui, welcoming over 200 community leaders and residents. All proceeds went toward scientific research on women’s heart health and prevention. AHA holds strong to its commitment to build healthier lives in Hawaii. February is American Heart Month and the Hawaii Division of the American Heart Associa-tion is pleased to announce a variety of activi-ties to be featured to help raise awareness and educate our community!

Upcoming Events:

nATiOnAl WEAR REd dAy2/1/2013As a part of the Go Red For Women campaign, a nationwide campaign to encourage everyone to wear red.

2013 inTERnATiOnAl STROKE cOnFEREncE2/5/2013-2/8/2013 Hawaii Convention Center.

GET WiTH THE GUidElinES PURSUiT OF clinicAl ExcEllEncE WORKSHOP2/9/2013, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.Hawaii Prince Hotel.

For more information on AHA events and how you can get involved, call or 808-457-4964 or visit online to heart.org.

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events

NeW YeaRs ResoluTioN ulTRa RuN & RelaYJanuary 5–6Kualoa Ranch, 49-560 Kamehameha Hwy.Cost: VariedInfo: 808-261-3020

6TH aNNual BollYWood FilM FesTiValJanuary 12–24Doris Duke Theatre, Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 S. Beretania St.Info: honolulumuseum.org

soNY opeNJanuary 7-13, 7 a.m.–6 p.m.Waialae Country Club, 4997 Kahala Ave.Cost: $15, $20Info: friendsofhawaii.org

23Rd aNNual MoaNikeala Hula FesTiValJanuary 19, 10 a.m.– 2 p.m.Polynesian Cultural Center, 55-370 Kamehameha Hwy.Cost: $6–10Info: Polynesia.com

keiGWiN & CoMpaNYJanuary 19, 8–10 p.m.Leeward Community College Theatre, 96-045 Ala IkeCost: $20–50Info: lcctheatre.hawaii.edu

GiRls Will Be GiRls aRT eXHiBTJanuary 20–March 1Hawaii Pacific University Art Gallery, 45-045 Kamehameha Hwy.Info: 808-544-0228

2013 NFl pRo BoWlJanuary 27Aloha Stadium, 99-500 Salt Lake Blvd.

Cost: $50-140Info: nfl.com/probowl

Taiko dRuM aNd daNCeFebruary 8–17 Kennedy Theatre, 1770 East-West RoadCost: $13–24Info: hawaii.edu/kennedy

NiGHT iN CHiNaToWN FesTiVal aNd paRadeFebruary 2, 9 a.m.–10 p.m.Chinatown, HonoluluCost: FreeInfo: 808-306-4854

dialoGues oF THe CaRMeliTesFebruary 15, 8 p.m., February 17, 4 p.m., February 19, 7 p.m. Blaisdell Concert Hall, 999 S. King St.Cost: $42–120Info: Hawaii Opera Theatre, 808-596-7372, hawaiiopera.org



NoFX Febuary 23, 8 p.m.The Republik, 1349 Kapiolani Blvd.Cost: $29-39Info: bampproject.com

WaNdeRlusT FesTiValFebruary 28–March 3Turtle Bay Resort, 57-091 Kamehameha Hwy.Cost: VariedInfo: oahu.wanderlustfestival.com

XTReMe BuGsThrough March 31Bishop Museum, 1525 Bernice St.Cost: $5–15Info: bishopmuseum.org

THe aRTs oF BedCHaMBeR: JapaNese sHuNGaThrough March 17Honolulu Museum of Arts, 900 S. Beretania St.Cost: $5–$10 Info: honolulumuseum.org

saTuRdaY FaRMeRs MaRkeTSaturdays through October, 7:30 a.m.–11 a.m.Kapiolani Community College, 4303 Diamond Head Rd.Cost: FreeInfo: 808-848-2074, [email protected]

ala MoaNa FaRMeRs MaRkeTSaturdays through October, 8 a.m.–12 p.m.Ala Moana Center, 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., upper deck near SearsCost: FreeInfo: haleiwafarmersmarket.com/ala-moana.html

WiNdWaRd Mall FaRMeRs MaRkeTWednesdays through October, 2:30–7:30 p.m.Windward Mall, 46-056 Kamehameha Hwy.Cost: FreeInfo: windwardmall.com

HoNolulu MaRaTHoN

This year’s Honolulu Marathon is gearing up to be the biggest race yet, with as many as 50 percent more run-ners than in 2011, according to organizers. The 26-mile race starts at Ala Moana Beach Park, loops through Hawai‘i Kai and ends at the Kapi‘olani Park Bandstand. One of the largest marathons in the country, the Hono-lulu Marathon is popular with both experienced and first-time runners and something many look forward to every year. For more information, visit honolulumarathon.org.

Let’S Go fiShinG w i t H b e N w O N G

ONO (Wahoo)

i N H a w a i ’ i , t H e f i s H w e C a l l “ O N O ” i s K N O w N i N O t H e r pa r t s O f t H e w O r l D a s “ w a H O O . ”

The Hawaiian word “ono” is also used to describe food

that is delicious. Like many of the open ocean pelagic

fish, the Ono is often showcased in recipes that suggest

grilling or searing. Ono is also enjoyed by many of us in

the islands as one of our favorite sashimi preparations.

Hawai‘i Wahoo is an excellent source of healthy, extra lean

protein. It is also low in saturated fat and low in sodium.

It is rich in niacin, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, phosphorus

and selenium. Hawai‘i Wahoo also provides about 375

mg of omega-3s (DHA and EPA) per 4-ounce serving of

fresh fish.

p i N e N u t a N D pa r m e s a N C r u s t e D O N O

4 8-ounce Ono fillets

1 cup panko breadcrumbs

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1 cup pine nuts, toasted, chopped

1/4 cup pesto sauce

1/4 cup olive oil

3 Tbsp. parmesan cheese

In a small bowl, mix together the pesto and mayonnaise.

Coat one side of Ono fillet with the pesto mixture. In

another small bowl, mix together the panko and pine

nuts. Take this dry mixture of panko and pine nuts and

apply to the same side. Heat a skillet to medium heat, add

1⁄4 cup of olive oil to skillet. Place ono fillets into skillet

coated side down. Cook each side of fillet for 3 minutes

until golden brown.

Serves 4

The Let’s Go Fishing Show premiered in Hawaii in 1969. Hosted

and produced by Ben Wong, LGF is broadcast weekly on

the FOX affiliate KHON in Hawaii, Time Warner digital cable

channel Hawaii CW, and is available for viewing online at

benwongtv.com.

WoNdeRFul WiNes aT BRasseRie du ViN

At any given time, nearly 200 bottles are on the menu at Du Vin, a quaint bistro inspired by the cafes of France, with a selection available by the glass and half and full carafes during lunch. In recognition of its wine program, Brasserie Du Vin has received Wine Spectator Magazine’s Award of Excellence six years in a row. Wine tastings and special dinners with wine pairings are offered regularly. Both wine novices and converts appreciate Tuesdays, when bottles are half off. In addition to wine, Du Vin is known for its French-inspired menu ranging from artisan meats and cheeses to seafood and grilled steaks and chops. Tempting house-made cakes, pies and tarts are also on the menu, along with a full selection of spirits and cocktails. Brasserie Du Vin is located at 1115 Bethel Street. For more information, call 808-545-1115 or visit brasserieduvin.com.

taste

BaNZai susHi BaR $$North Shore Marketplace, 66-246 Kamehameha Hwy. (808-637-4404)Wooden floors, paper lamps and inventive contemporary sushi bring a little bit of Japan to the North Shore.

BRasseRie du ViN $$1115 Bethel St. (808-545-1115)brasserieduvin.comChanneling many of the cafes found in south-ern France, this quaint indoor-outdoor patio location serves up rustic dishes with an expan-sive wine list.

BRuNo’s FoRNo $1120 Maunakea St. (808-585-2845)brunosforno.comAn Italian taste in Chinatown with lasagnas and sandwiches made fresh in house daily. Open for breakfast and dinner.

CiNNaMoN’s ResTauRaNT $$315 Uluniu St. (808-261-8724)cinnamonsresataurant.comA breakfast staple in Kailua, this popular breakfast joint will get your mouth watery with classic comfort food and a unique selection of eggs benedicts and pancakes.

He‘eia pieR aNd GeNeRal sToRe $46-499 Kamehameha Hwy. (808-235-2192)heeiapier.comLocated on the water’s edge, this general store serves up one awesome gourmet plate lunch.

JJ dolaN’s $$1147 Bethel St. (808-537-4992)jjdolans.comAn Irish pub with handcrafted New York pizza and hand-poured drinks. Follow them on twit-ter for daily pizza specials.

kalapaWai MaRkeT $$306 S. Kalaheo Ave. (808-262-4359)kalapawaimarket.comA quaint coffee bar and deli featuring sandwiches and salads for lunch and a wide selection of dinner plates using fresh island ingredients.

loNGHi’s $$Ala Moana Shopping Center, 1450 Ala Moana Blvd. (808-947-9899)Though Longhi’s is known for fresh fish, prime steaks and succulent lobsters, they also have one of the best eggs benedicts on the island.

RoY’s $$$The birthplace of Hawaiian fusion cuisine, Roy’s consistently provides patrons a genuinely Hawaiian food experience using locally grown food sources.

salT kiTCHeN & TasTiNG BaR $$3605 Waialae Ave. (808-744-7567)With an emphasis on housemade charcuterie, SALT may well have come up with the tastiest bar food menu in Hawai‘i by being innovative with the classics.

sHoR aMeRiCaN seaFood GRill $$$Hyatt Regency, 2424 Kalakaua Ave. (808-923-1234)shorgrill.comA contemporary American seafood and steak grill under a newly renovated contemporary breezeway offering open-air seating and stun-ning ocean vistas.

ToWN $$3435 Waialae Ave. (808-735-5900)townkaimuki.comThis unpretentious American bistro’s menu changes daily based on the freshest ingredients procured from local farmers.

YuZu $$Ala Moana Hotel, 410 Atkinson Dr. 1st flr. (808-943-1155)Contemporary Japanese cuisine featuring yuzu citrus flavor infused in sushi, yakitori, specialty cocktails and homemade udon.

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events

WaiMea oCeaN FilM FesTiValJanuary 8–11, 8 a.m.–9 p.m.Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, 2-100 Kaupulehu Dr.Cost: $35–85Info: waimeaoceanfilm.org

BRoadWaY iN HaWaiiJanuary 12, 2013, 7-9 p.m.Kahilu Theatre, 67-1186 Lindsey Rd.Cost: VariedInfo: 808-885-6868

MiTsuBisHi eleCTRiC pGa CHaMpioNs GolF TouRJanuary 18–20, 7 a.m.–3 p.m.Four Seasons Hualalai Golf Course, 72-100 Kaupulehu Dr.Cost: $15, $25Info: hualalairesort.com

11TH aNNual Hilo CHiNese NeW YeaR FesTiValFebruary 9, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.Kalakaua Park, 141 Kalakaua St.Cost: FreeInfo: downtownhilo.com

QuisiNe oF HeaRTsFebruary 10, 11 a.m.–3 p.m.Hilton Waikoloa Village Resort, 69-425 Waikoloa Beach Dr.Cost: $45Info: 808-329-2522

aloHa MusiC CaMpFebruary 10–16, 9–6 p.m.Outrigger Keauhou Beach Hotel, 78-6740 Alii Dr.Info: alohamusiccamp.com

GRoW HaWaiiaN FesTiValFebruary 23, 2013, 9am-3pmAmy Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden, 82-6188 Mamalahoa Hwy.Cost: FreeInfo: bishopmuseum.org/greenwell

taste

BiG islaNd GRill $$75-5702 Kuakini Hwy. (808-326-1153)The secret’s out, Big Island Grill serves up huge servings of localized American home cooking for ultra reasonable prices.

CaFÉ 100969 Kilauea Ave. (808) 935-8683 $cafe100.comOriginally opened in 1946, this home-style café serves great local favorites with a menu of over 30 different varieties.

da poke sHaCk $76-6246 Dr. (808-329-7653)dapokeshack.com Poke at its best, like Hawaiian salt, limu, avo-cado, furikake and soy sauce.

HaWaiiaN sTYle CaFÉ $65-1290 Kawaihae Road (808-885- 4295)This small country kitchen serves some local favorites for breakfast.

Hilo BaY CaFÉ $$315 Makaala St. (808-935-4939)hilobaycafe.comHidden in plain sight in a strip mall, this café has great burgers and cocktails, made with lo-cal, organic ingredients.

HuGGo’s75-5828 Kahakai Rd., (808-329-1493) huggos.com With its waterfront location, Huggos has earned a reputation as Kona’s premiere restaurant for fresh seafood, oceanfront ambiance and casual elegance.

MiYo’s $$400 Hualani St. (808-935-2273)Melt in your mouth sashimi and other tradi-tional Japanese dishes.

TWo ladies kiTCHeN $274 Kilauea Ave. (808-961-4766) Legendary freshly pounded mochi in a whirlwind of traditional and contemporary flavors. Fresh straw- berry mochi; butter mochi; kinako mochi.




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FaRMeRs MaRkeTs

Lush and green, Kaua‘i is known as the Garden Isle for a reason. Support local farmers on Kaua‘i by visiting some of the island’s many farmers markets, who offer up their various locally grown products like honey, goat cheese, coffee, produce and flowers. With farmers markets open every day of the week on Kaua‘i, you can indulge in the freshest products while talking with local farmers.

maui

events

TedXMauiJanuary 13, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.Maui Arts & Cultural Center, 1 Cameron WayCost: $75, $100Info: mauiarts.org

slaCk keY MasTeRs WiTH ledWaRd kaapaNaJanuary 10, 7–10 p.m.Maui Arts & Cultural Center, 1 Cameron WayCost: $25–45Info: mauiarts.org

CHiCaGo iN CoNCeRTJauary 15, 7:30pmMaui Arts & Cultural Center, 1 Cameron WayCost: $45, $55, $75Info: mauiarts.org

keiGWiN & CoMpaNY daNCeJanuary 17, 7–10 p.m.Maui Arts & Cultural Center, 1 Cameron WayCost: $12, $32, $45Info: mauiarts.org

2013 Maui opeN sTudios February 2-24, 6 p.m.Maui Tropical Plantation, 1670 Honoapiilani Hwy.Cost: FreeInfo: mauiopenstudios.com

Maui CHiNese NeW YeaRs FesTiValFebruary 9, 9 a.m.–2 p.m.Maui Mall, 70 East Kaahumanu Ave.Cost: FreeInfo: facebook.com/pages/MauiChineseNew-YearFestival

WoRld WHale daYFebruary 16, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.Kalama Park, South Kihei RoadCost: FreeInfo: mauiwhalefestival.org

taste

808 BisTRo $$2511 S Kihei Rd. (808-879-8008) 808bistro.com Set in a spacious open verandah capturing beautiful views, patrons get to experience the savory tastes of two chefs originally famous for 808 deli’s sandwiches.

CaFÉ o’lei $$2439 S Kihei Rd. (808-891-1368) cafeoleirestaurants.com Don’t let the location fool you, happy patrons return for the food and not the view.

MulliGaN’s oN THe Blue $$100 Kaukahi St. (808-874-1131) mulligansontheblue.com Irish restaurant and bar is known for its live music, especially its dinner shows with Uncle Willie K.

GaZeBo ResTauRaNT $$Napili Shores, 5315 Lower Honoapiilani Rd. (808-669-5621)Arresting views in a casual gazebo setting make this restaurant and its pineapple macadamia nut pancakes a must.

laHaiNa GRill $$$127 Lahainaluna Rd. (808-667-5117) lahainagrill.com This contemporary bistro favorite offers a re-fined yet comfortable atmosphere.

Kaua‘i

events

a CuliNaRY RoMp THRouGH paRadiseJanuary 11, 8 a.m.–3 p.m.Opaekaa Falls, Maalo Rd, off Hwy. 580Cost: $120Info: kauaifestivals.com

9TH aNNual kauai WellNess FesTiValFebruary 9–10, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.Kauai War Memorial Convention Center, 4191 Hardy St.Cost: $3Info: kauaifestivals.com

WaiMea ToWN CeleBRaTioNFebruary 22–23, 4–11 p.m., 10 a.m.–11 p.m.Waimea Old Sugar Mill,

9400 Kaumualii Hwy.Cost: FreeInfo: kauaifestivals.com

lea saloNGaFebruary 26, 7 p.m.Kauai Community College Perform-ing Arts Center, 3-1901 Kaumualii HighwayCost: $20–40Info: kauaifestivals.comkauai CuliNaRY MaRkeTEvery Wednesday, 4–6 p.m.Kukui’ula Village, 2829 Ala Kalani-kaumakaCost: FreeInfo: kukuiula.com

taste

BaRaCuda $$$5-561 Kuhio Hwy. (808-826-7081)restaurantbaracuda.comInspired by the Mediterranean regions of Europe, this tapas bar is

one of Kaua‘i’s coolest places to re-lax with friends and sip some wine.

HaMuRa’s saiMiN $2956 Kress St. (808-245-3271)Soft, slight chewy saimin noodles make this no-frills mom-and-pops joint a favorite among locals.

HaNalei GouRMeT $$5-5161 Kuhio Hwy. (808-826-2524)A quick and easy spot for lunch, this casual eatery serves sandwich-es made on fresh baked bread, alongside classic American eats.

JosseliN’s Tapas BaR $$$Kukui‘ula Shopping Center, 2829 Ala Kalanikaumaka St. (808-742-7117)josselins.comThis tapas bar features dishes inspired from all parts of the world using as many locally grown ingre-dients as possible

MaRk’s plaCe $1610 Haleukana St. (808-245-2522)marksplacekauai.comTakeout restaurant located in Puhi Industrial Park that specializes in gourmet plate lunches and local souvenir snacks.

THe FeRal piG $$3501 Rice St. (808-246-1100)New American breakfast, lunch and dinner spot specializing in us-ing the whole animal


WHale WaTCHiNG


In the winter months, humpback whales migrate to the shallow, warm and protected bays of Hawai‘i to breed and give birth. Maui is one of their favored destinations, and during the peak months of February and March, these gentle giants come so close to shore they can be seen from the beaches. Visitors can get an even closer glimpse on the Maui-Lana‘i Ferry. Through May, Maui cel-ebrates with the Maui Whale Festival presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. For upcoming events and activities, visit mauiwhalefesitval.com.


E X P L O R E

This fall, finding the perfect vacation is a breeze with Castle Resorts & Hotels. Whether looking for adventure, romance, leisure or family-filled fun, save up to 50 percent off at Castle properties across five Hawaiian Islands. With condos and hotels on Oahu, Maui, Kau-ai, Molokai and Hawaii’s Big Island, Castle offers everything your family needs to make this fall all about fun! Plan your ideal fall getaway with Castle today by visiting castleresorts.com. Castle has also has a new property to its Kauai lineup: Kauai Kailani on the famous Royal Coconut Coast! These oceanfront vacation rent-als are a dream for those seeking the best value on the Garden Isle. Oceanfront Kauai Kailani of-fers two-bedroom units with beach access, two swimming pools, wireless Internet and more. Set

on idyllic Waipouli Beach Park, these ocean-view condos are a perfect base camp for snorkel-ing in the blue Pacific or exploring the secrets of Hawaii’s Island of Discovery. Each of these condos is individually furnished for a personal and comfortable atmosphere and features a full kitchen, flat-screen TV, a private lanai, WiFi, and plenty of extras. Fire up the on-site barbecue grill and prepare a feast for you and your loved ones, or if you prefer to simply relax, enjoy one of the many restaurants in nearby Kapaa, Lihue or Kilauea. Guests at any of Castle’s 20 properties in Hawaii can look forward to a wide selection of amenities, and not all are in the room. Just for families Castle provides great value and a vari-ety of benefits through the Castle Kids Program.

The popular program includes a “kids eat free” program with Denny’s restaurants and it doesn’t stop there. Kids staying at a Castle Resort also get free admission into Sea Life Park when ac-companied by an adult.

To hear more about Castle’s other benefits, visit castleresorts.com or call 808-545-3510.

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