Hawai`i is home to one of the world’s most storied and eclectic cuisines—ancient foods with centuries and even millennia of traditional usage combined with foods and cuisines brought to the area by explorers, missionaries, whalers, and immigrant workers. Over several hundred years of local history, all these influences have mixed and melded together. The resulting […]
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I first heard of Sig Zane back in 1983. I was attending college in Honolulu and was back in Hilo for a visit. My mom was going to model in a show presented by the Hilo Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association. Having a part-time job in retail fashion at the time, I inquired
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“Hula is the language of the heart and therefore the heartbeat of the Hawaiian people – Kalākaua Rex The hula competition portion of the Merrie Monarch Festival is officially moving forward in 2021. According to Festival president, Luana Kawelu, the competition this year will be held on June 24th, 25th, and 26th in Hilo at
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In Hawaii we honor the first king of the Hawaiian Islands, King Kamehameha, who in 1810 was able to unite the Hawaiian Islands under one kingdom. The consolidation of the Hawaiian Islands by Kamehameha into one kingdom is considered by many to be one of the greatest achievements in Hawaiian history. Kamehameha had all the
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We’re not all amazing gift-buyers who intuitively know what the perfect gift is for every occasion! Whether you’re buying for someone who loves the Hawaiian Islands or just want to give a unique, colorful, and fun gift, buying with Hawaii in mind is always a great idea. Not sure where to start? Think of items
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Nothing beats the relaxed, refreshing vibe of a Hawaii beach vacation. If this is the kind of getaway you could use right about now, you’re probably dreaming about how to get to Hawaii from your city and state. This guide will give you a quick primer on traveling to Hawaii from mainland U.S.A. We even
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