My outlook on dating is the same as my outlook on peas: Tried it out a couple times and decided it’s not for me. Now, I spend my time deflecting cries of, “That’s because you haven’t tried MY peas,” or “the RIGHT peas,” and “They’re good for you.” Anyway, the last foray into speed dating landed me across from a friend’s newly divorced dad. I pretended to be deeply engrossed in … [Read more...] about Speed Dating With The Beautiful People At Moana Cafe
Maui Fil Am Heritage Festival At The Maui Mall
Saturday (Oct. 8), 10am-3pm, Maui Mall (70 E. Kaahumanu Ave., Kahului); free I can say a lot about the Philippines. There’s the intimate-with-strangers population density; the so-hot-you-can’t-breathe heat; the what-the-hell-is-this-but-it’s-awesome food. But even that doesn’t begin to convey all the rich culture the island nation has to offer. Instead, here’s a recent … [Read more...] about Maui Fil Am Heritage Festival At The Maui Mall
Paniolo Parade
With Independence Day on the horizon, let’s take stock: You’ve got to have watermelon, the beach, some fireworks (wait—are those still legal?) and, of course, the 46th annual Fourth of July Paniolo Parade in Makawao. Because nothing screams summertime on Maui like frantically searching for parking amidst loud rodeo clothes’ tassels as though it’s some sort of never-ending … [Read more...] about Paniolo Parade
Moonalice
I’ve got a friend who looks for every possible exit, everywhere we go. Why? “You can never be too ready for a zombie outbreak.” At first, this seems absurd. But we all weigh ourselves down, every day, with problems that might not ever happen (zombie enthusiasts, I’m not saying the zombie apocalypse isn’t upon us, but a girl’s gotta make an analogy). Taking us out of our … [Read more...] about Moonalice
Elegant Afternoon Tea Benefit
If laughter is the best medicine, then why do doctors charge so much? Plus, a lot of them aren’t even that funny. You know what else gives you the warm fuzzies? Good food. Oh, and helping people. This Sunday, you’ll have the chance to do both of them, at once. Boom! First up is the 14th Annual Elegant Afternoon Tea benefiting Women Helping Women, held at the new Yokouchi … [Read more...] about Elegant Afternoon Tea Benefit