Hawaii is a state with a variety of customs and cultures not commonly known or even practiced by those of us on the Mainland. If you’re looking for a few ideas for giving the “gift of Hawaii” here are some tips and practices: Because Hawaii contains food items that aren’t readily available to those on the Mainland these items often make great gifts. For…
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History of Kona Coffee in Hawaii
How did this ornamental tree imported into Honolulu in about 1813 by Kamehameha the Great's Spanish interpreter and physician Don Francisco de Paula y Marin become Kona's economic mainstay? The first coffee was planted in Kona by missionary Samuel Ruggles in 1828 or 1829. These first arabica trees were taken from cuttings planted on Oahu…
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How To Select The Perfect Gift For A Man
It's that time of year again......time to think about what to give to the men in your life. Did I just see you run in the other direction? Don't worry -- you're not alone. For many, it's stressful figuring out what to give a man as a gift. They tell us "I have no idea…
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Go Hawaiian: Top 10 Hawaiian Foods to Try
10 Hawaiian Foods You Must Try There are a variety of foods in Hawaii that show off the state’s diverse cultural makeup and tropical location. There is fresh seafood, organic fruits and vegetables, free-range poultry and meat, and locally grown products. You'll find food that is drawn from across the Pacific Rim, including Japan, the Philippines, Korea,…
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