Bac Nam Serves up North/South Vietnamese Cuisine in Honolulu
In our search to explore cultural cuisine across Oahu (at an affordable price), we came across Bac Nam. I love it when a hole in the wall restaurant that you pass by everyday, owned by a local family, is open and has room to seat you immediately! Bac Nam is an unassuming Vietnamese restaurant on […]
Grassy Rootsy Folks Build Community Around Music & Art
Intentional events merging nature, music, art & farm-to-table food on the windward side of Oahu The city is bustling again with life as we knew it pre-pandemic, maybe a bit too much bustling…. I find myself missing the intimate gatherings during the pandemic that allowed us to come together and share our humanity with heightened […]
Discover Hawai’i’s History Through Sculpture
Cheryl Soon releases her new book documenting the stories of Oahu’s sculptures Reflections in Stone & Bronze: Exploring Hawai’i’s History & Culture Through Sculpture Statues, these silent sentinels actually have much more to share than may meet the eye at a glance. If we stop to consider the people they depict and why they […]
Fun at the Honolulu Annual Okinawan Festival
Don’t Miss The Fun This Weekend Sept. 2nd & 3rd at the Hawaii Convention Center The Okinawan Festival is an annual event in Honolulu, Hawaii, organized by the Hawaii United Okinawa Association (HUOA) since 1982. The festival aims to showcase the unique and vibrant culture of Okinawa and its people to the public through exhibitions, […]
Off the main route, Oahu has a unique side that you should explore.
The number of tourists visiting the Hawaiian Islands in recent years is higher than ever, making it challenging to get away from the crowds and connect with authentic Hawaiian culture. While there’s nothing wrong with seeing the island’s most famous attractions, for anybody who has traveled there more than a few times, the draw of […]
What is Kalo? The Sacred Hawaiian Root Vegetable
A Brief History on Kalo, Also Known as Taro One of the earliest and most well-known plants utilized by the early Hawaiians was kalo, often referred to as taro. It originated in India between 500 and 100 B.C and ultimately made its way to Hawaii, where it became a staple of native diets. Due to […]
Hawaiian-inspired dining in Oahu
Hawaiian-themed restaurants in Oahu A hub of outstanding dining experiences, Oahu is the meeting place of the Hawaiian Islands. Because of its unique location, Hawaii is a melting pot of culinary methods and cuisines. Fusions of Hawaiian and Asian cooking are to be expected and even if you come to enjoy the traditional experience of […]
Where to find Local Favorite Restaurants On Oahu
Finding the locals’ preferred eateries is one of the best ways to experience the local culture wherever you go. That is undoubtedly the case in Hawaii, so I urge you to check out Oahu restaurants outside of the resorts in order to find some mouth-watering “ono grinds.” In addition to experiencing the local cuisine, eating […]
Snorkeling in Hanauma Bay
In 1967, Hanauma Bay, a former volcanic crater, was designated as a protected area for the conservation of marine life.
Marine Life Conservation Park to snorkel in Hanauma Bay. In 1967, Hanauma Bay, a former volcanic crater, was designated to conserve native marine life. Hanauma Bay is the floor of a volcano crater that opened up to the ocean when its outer wall fell. Hanauma Bay, which translates to the curved bay, was designated as […]
Honolulu Arts Scene: A Vibrant and Diverse Community.
Honolulu Arts Scene: A Glimpse into the Creative Spirit of Hawaii The Honolulu arts scene has been booming for more than ten years, and the city is a center for the art movement. In a very small region, there are a staggering variety of cultural and fine art discoveries to be made. Additionally, there are […]
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