Worldwide Voyage Update: Time for a Cool Change
In one breath, we are reminded that we are kanaka honua, men of the land, and that there is a point after our time on the ocean when we must return home. These reminders—the anchor of Kupe, the dunes that…
Hawaiian Cultural Tour at Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay
By Gayle Kaleilehua Greco To hear, ‘the answer is in the land,’ was the biggest blessing of my life,” says Lily Dudoit, Director of Culture at the Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay. Lily tells tales of royalty…
Where Time Stands Still: The Manago Hotel
By Fern Gavelek Named after the family who founded it, the Manago Hotel endures as a piece of old Hawai‘i attracting visitors from around the world. With spotlessly clean, no-frills rooms that are accessed by a simple key, the Manago…
Cleanup at Kamilo Point
By Alan D. McNarie Kamilo Point isn’t what it used to be. And that’s a good thing. It used to be a lot worse. This remote stretch of Ka‘ū coastline near South Point gained infamy in the 1990s as the…
Ka Wehena: Kaulana Ka Pua ‘A‘ala
By Kumu Keala Ching Ae, Kaulana Ka Pua ‘A‘ala Kaulana ka pua ‘a‘ala, He kupa o ka ‘āina la eā He ‘āina kupaianaha kō Hawai‘i, Ahe leo o ka lani la eā‘A, ‘E, ‘I, ‘O, ‘U, He, Ke, La, Mu,…
Michael Kramer Redefines the Green Movement
By Karen Valentine If you noticed Michael Kramer marching in the 2009 Kailua-Kona Christmas Parade as the Green FlashTM along with other Green Power HeroesTM, you’d never guess he makes his living as an investment advisor. The truth is, he’s…
Master Hawaiian Quilter Aunty Stella Akana
By Catherine Tarleton Lined with echoing ripples that mark her journey’s years, her face tells the story of smiles and joys and meticulous craftwork. With needle and thread, Aunty Stella Akana (“Granny” to her extended ‘ohana) creates master works in…
Ka Puana: Suzanne’s Edible Art Cookbook
These excerpts and art are from Kailua-Kona resident Suzanne Bearth’s book, Suzanne’s Edible Art Cookbook. Used with permission. Whale’s Tail Seafoam Candy Ingredients 1 pound white sugar 1 C water 4 T white vinegar 3 T light corn syrup 1/2…
Healing Plants: Pia
By Barbara Fahs Haupia, the ever-popular coconut pudding dessert, has been a staple in Hawai‘i since World War II. If you have ever attended a lū‘au or a local style wedding, chances are you have eaten this gelatinous culinary confection.…
The Mighty Guava
By Sonia R. Martinez Guavas (Psidium guajava) are one of those fruits that everyone living in Hawai‘i knows and loves, and yet sort of takes for granted. Loaded with more vitamin C than any citrus, one medium guava can provide…
Music Legend in the Making: Sean Robbins
By Le‘a Gleason The article “The Secrets of Generations: How Slack Key Guitar Grew Community and Culture,” in the March-April 2014 Ke Ola, referenced slack key guitar as “the secrets of generations.” In days past, celebrated music legend Gabby Pahinui…
A Grand Dame in Hilo
By Denise Laitinen When Lorraine Shin first set eyes on the sprawling Victorian perched atop the hill at the end of Puueo Street in Hilo, she knew the house was an absolute treasure. “You could see the beauty and charm…
Managing with Aloha: Ha‘aha‘a
By Rosa Say Let’s talk story about initiative, humility, and ‘the local way.’ Having initiative is a very good thing. With initiative you use the ability to assess situations; you have insight. You can begin things independently, and you do.…
Kaukulaelae, We Honor You
By Gayle Kaleilehua Greco The sun shines, glistening on the waters of Keauhou Bay. The palm trees give notice to the wind as it moves across the land. The paddlers glide their canoe across the sea, propelled in rhythmic stroke.…
“Mama” Lily Kong: Keauhou Kupuna
By Kate Kealani H. Winter Mama Lily’s two pairs of boots sit near the door of the family house in Keauhou mauka. Up before dawn as usual, daughter Lily can’t find “Mama” in the house and sees that one pair…
