Life + Culture

Kimi’s Kitchen

New Cookbook Provides Deep Dive Into Sustainable Wild Home Cooking Article by Margaret Kearns | Photography by Nicole Gormley Maui native Kimi Werner, a self-described hippie and hunter, grew up off-the-grid in Haiku following bubbles—bubbles created by her father Chris Werner’s skindiving fins. At just five years old, she tagged along with her free-diving dad on his spear fishing adventures in Maui’s pristine offshore waters. Mesmerized by the unique beauty of that undersea wonderland, Kimi...

Food + Beverage

Dreaming Bigger

Hōlualoa Native Mark Kove, Owner, Roaster and Latte Master Artist at White Nene Coffee Roasting Company, Is Growing Long-Term Relationships One Cup at a Time Article by Margaret Kearns | Photography by Fletch Photography Investing time, research and years of experimentation is brewing up success for 39-year-old entrepreneur Mark Kove, who says, “It’s okay to dream big and then dream even bigger, but the key is patience when you’re starting a small business. Things don’t happen overnight!” ...

Food + Beverage

Colorful Island Cooking

Roast Chicken Confetti Quinoa Salad with Macadamia Nut Pesto & Coconut Lime Fresca Article by Jasmine Silverstein | Photography by Fletch Photography Some of the best meals come together without much fuss: a leftover roasted chicken, some seasonal vegetables, fluffy quinoa and a handful of fresh herbs blended into something bright and flavorful. This Roast Chicken & Confetti Quinoa Salad is colorful, nourishing and endlessly adaptable—a celebration of the fresh, vibrant ingredients that make...

Health + Wellness

Royal Tea Time

Raising a Cup and Raising Funds Article by Margaret Kearns | Photography by Julia Silva Kurppa One of Kona’s most anticipated charity events takes place again this year at the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai on Sunday, December 13. Now in its 15th year at the same gracious location, the Hospice of Kona’s Royal Holiday Tea features an extravagant midday celebration filled with love, memories and compassion for patients—those currently in hospice care and those lost—as well as the staff who cared...

Food + Beverage

The Theatery: Scripting Flavor

Farm-Fresh Dishes, Classic Films and Authentic Aloha Take Center Stage in South Kona Article by Matias Arredondo | Photography by Fletch Photography Act I: The Setup—Framing the World Every great film begins by establishing its world, the stakes and the visionary directors behind the scenes. For co-owners Adam Potter and Benjamin (Ben) VanEgtern, the narrative evolved organically. What started as an adventure in chocolate making with Puna Chocolate Co. naturally transformed into an...

Style + Beauty

Fashion Grounded in Living Traditions

Creating Space for the Reclamation of Cultural Narratives Through Contemporary Polynesian Fashion Article by Sara Stover | Photography by Fletch Photography From the moment that the beat of an ancient drum echoes through Kamakahonu Ballroom, it’s clear that the Hawaiʻi Kuauli Wearable Arts Fashion Show is far from your ordinary runway event.  “We open with a cultural performance, grounding the experience in the living traditions that inspire the collections,” says Oriana Keparutis, who...

Life + Culture

The Simple Elegance of Pāʻū

A Stylish Celebration of Equestrian Heritage Article by Sara Stover | Photography by Julia Silva Kurppa “Simplicity is elegance,” the late Barbara Nobriga would remind the pāʻū princesses in the weeks before Kona’s King Kamehameha Day Celebration Parade. Whether she was serving as a pāʻū princess, the queen, or the parade chairwoman, it’s a philosophy that Barbara embodied. But confusing “simple” with “easy” would be a mistake for the elaborate arts of pāʻū wrapping and lei making showcased...

Style + Beauty

Equestrian Elegance

The Beauty of Disciplines Firmly Grounded in Hundreds of Years of Tradition Article by Julia Silva Kurppa | Photography by Fletch Photography Rooted in a centuries-old tradition, equestrian-style photography transcends a passing trend or the year's most sought-after photoshoot setting. “The Year of the Horse” did not redefine what has been established for generations; though recently thrust into the spotlight, this newfound attention did not shape its identity. Its culture and expression...

Beauty

Keeping Tradition Alive

HIE Heirlooms of Hawaiʻi Shares Stories of Hawaiian Culture Through Solid Gold Jewelry Article by Tianna Morimoto | Photography by HIE Heirlooms of Hawaiʻi From learning ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi to dancing hula and the clothes and accessories that are worn, Hawaiian traditions are not only felt but also lived, and two women continue to keep a piece of Hawaiʻi alive through their jewelry company, HIE Heirlooms of Hawaiʻi. Meleana Estes and Noel Shaw are lifelong friends who went to high school together...

Food + Beverage

Autumn Flavors

A Comforting Green Chile Pork Recipe Designed for Easy Weeknight Dinners and Meaningful Family Connection Article by Bethany Reid | Photography by Community Eats & Hailey Cartwright For my family, as September rolls in, there’s a coming ‌together, an almost imperceptible drawing in. A return to routine, a return to hard work, a return to family. Long summer nights at the beach give way to after-school sports and homework.  Historically, fall has me craving meals around my table. Candlelit and...