1. Kona coffee is the only coffee grown in the United States. 2. It is well known around the world for its rich flavor and excellent quality. In fact, Mark Twain said, “Kona coffee has a richer flavor than any other...” 3. Samual Ruggles brought the first coffee plant to Kona in 1828. 4. Native Hawaiians and Chinese laborers worked the fields where everything was done by hand. When the...

Spring is in full swing and summer is right around the corner. Why not get in the mood by wearing a bright floral print Hawaiian dress? I love to dress for the season and one of my favorite times of the year is spring. Flowers are in full bloom, trees have regrowth, and signs of new life are all around. I can’t think of a better way to get in the...

So you've saved and planned and now your dream vacation is just a week away, oh no what should you pack? People often ask me what they should bring when traveling to Hawaii. Do you need to pack a blow dryer, beach towels, and evening wear? Here’s a simple list that will cover every activity and still won’t have you packing an extra bag. 1. If you plan on going...

Anyone who has traveled to Hawaii and attended a luau has heard of poi. But what is it and what is it made of? • Poi is made from the corm of the taro plant. • Did you know that Taro is eaten around the world and is the 14th most cultivated crop on Earth? But only the Hawaiians used it to make poi. • The corm is baked, steamed...

How to wear a flower clip in Hawaii? If you are married, take it or not available you wear your flower clip on the left side. If you are available and looking, you wear the flower on the right side. Many Hawaiian girls wear the flower on the left side but when they see a man they are interested in they switch to the right side to let them know they are available.

Yes, there are many different styles of Muumuus. They come in bright tropical colors or more subdued hues and prints. It can be worn to formal events such as weddings or luaus, or more casual activities. They have been worn for generations in Hawaii and have remained a popular choice for women. • The first type of Muumuu is the A-line style. It flows from the shoulders on down with no...

Graduation is here and that means it lei time. Lei’s have become a part of graduation ceremonies not only in Hawaii but all across the United States. It’s become a tradition in Hawaii to give leis at graduation and it's almost a popularity contest on who received the most leis. Can you see over them or are they spilling out over your head? Yes, sometimes the leis are piled so high that...

One of my favorite Hawaiian desserts is coconut pudding, or as we call it in Hawaii, Haupia. It's a simple dessert made with coconut milk and is often served at luaus, weddings, and other local gatherings. It is so popular in Hawaii that it is served at all of the local McDonalds as Haupia Pies just as they sell their traditional apple pies. I enjoy trying out all kinds of...