We went back to Ed Morita’s alma mater — KCC — to test-drive a couple of healthy dessert recipes from a new, local cookbook

The Hawaiian Island Land Trust had their big fundraising event this past weekend, and we were there to cover it

The fourth annual Ukulele Picnic is a day of free performances by international ukulele stars. Pali Kaaihue tells us all about it

Eight is a lucky Chinese number, so I’ll help you count down to the next lunar new year

This big fundraiser is happening on Maui next weekend — and you can be a part of it, thanks to technology

The last of the Chinese New Year festivities starts today. Here’s a quick look at some fun things to eat, do, or buy

We visited this 101-year-old Hawaii business to see what their secret of success is. Lucky for them, bike trends go in cycles

The local Entrepreneurs Organization had their holiday party at chef Ronnie Nasuti’s home, with a guest speaker from Facebook

The Year of the Dragon starts on January 23. The ladies at Panya show us their contemporary take on traditional Chinese New Year treats

For a mellow buffet experience with good selection, check out The Wicked Spoon buffet in the Cosmopolitan

We sat with our editor, Diane Seo, to look back on our highlights of 2011 and talk about the year ahead

Take a break from cheesy Vegas and have a handcrafted drink at the Downtown Cocktail Room

Island Sushi & Hawaiian Grill recently opened in downtown Las Vegas, offering all the flavors of home

Shambhala bracelets are all the rage with mainland celebrities, but you can get them custom-made locally

The secret Chinese Dinner Society’s last banquet of the year

Lani Misalucha launched her new show in the Waikiki Beachcomber last night. We talked to her about her performance style, Vegas, and of course, eating at Zippy’s

CSA boxes are a great way to sample local produce, and Kula Fields makes it easy for you

A quirky look at some of the people and the food behind the trucks at Eat The Street

Chef Mavro launches his winter menu tomorrow, and we got to take a peek behind the scenes in selecting the wine pairing

The hot fashion accessory this season: scarves made from recycled T-shirts! Intrigued? You should be. See why

Morio’s Sushi Bistro is now on King Street, so we went to check it out. It’s not just dinner, it’s a dining experience

The AlohaBus is a new transportation option for taking in the Honolulu City Lights

Easter Seals Hawaii put on their 12th annual Gingerbread Festival yesterday, a sweet way to start the holidays

My cousin Marc has joined men around the country to raise awareness about prostate cancer

Whether you’re donating or volunteering, help brighten the lives of needy children and seniors in Hawaii this holiday season

We caught up with international fashion icon Diane von Furstenberg at the star-studded official opening of her new boutique in Ala Moana

We caught up with “Red Rocker” Sammy Hagar, who’s in town to launch his Beach Bar Rum

Just in time for tailgates and parties, Foodland has new soybean flavors. We visited chef Keoni Chang to get a taste

It’s time for the 36th annual Turkey Trot, a Thanksgiving Day tradition for anyone looking to pre-burn those holiday calories

A delegation from the Big Island shared a taste of Hawaii at an exclusive APEC reception