November 2012

There's something totally amazing about seeing your longtime favorite being introduced to the next generation.

No, we're not talking about a show that follows a boy who marries his childhood sweetheart, has a daughter, and may or may not still be in touch with his best friend, good-looking older brother and teacher/professor who happens to live next door.
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Discover
First Look
What: Even though it's only been open for two days, 33 Butterflies is already attracting major buzz in Kahala Mall. Its hard to believe the space, which now resembles a Soho-style loft with concrete floors and an exposed brick wall, once housed Kahala Kids. Now, shoppers can find colorful silk dresses, perfectly draped sweaters, embellished tees and city chic jewelry. Stay tuned for Lei Chic's full report on 33... Read more »

Sadly, there are things in life that are practically impossible to achieve.

Winning the $550 million Powerball lottery jackpot (although you are contemplating a move to Missouri). Demolishing an entire dessert buffet and not gaining a pound. Getting your complexion to turn as smooth as a baby's bottom without extensive visits to the dermatologist or esthetician.Read more »

Eat
Melt-ing Moments
What: Melt, our favorite neighborhood grilled cheese foodtruck, is back! But you better move fast. The sandwich team is only serving up its gooey delectables (Triple Melt, Pastrami, Harissa and Melt of Shame - how we've missed you) for two days only, out of TASTE's new pop-up venue in Kakaako.
When: Now and tomorrow, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: TASTE, 667 Auahi St.
Details: $7-$12, Read more »

Toy crazes. You. Never really got along.

1996: Tickle Me Elmo failed to tickle your fancy.
1998: Furby, a wide-eyed owl monstrosity, gave you nightmares fur years.
2009: Tiny squeaking hamster robots? Just bad Zhu Zhu.

This year, you've finally got something to go crazy for. Behold, Owens & Co.'s brand-new... Read more »

There's a distinct difference between what a man wants and what he needs.

Want: A luxury suite at the new Santa Clara Stadium and a private jet to take him there - every home game. Need: A stylish basic that shirts the line between "stodgy businessman" and "mom dressed me this morning."

Actually, let's just get that need taken care of right now. Introducing Read more »

Psst. Wake up. Yeah, we know you just got off a long weekend, but there's no way we're letting you go back to sleep. Not when there are some serious Cyber Monday sales to shop; some of which are incredibly time sensitive (see the first three national listings). So splash some water on your face, get the coffee going and have your credit card handy.... Read more »

The past 24 hours have been kind of a blur. You remember: a glorious deep-fried turkey. Your aunt's famous homemade pumpkin crunch. The Patriots spanking the Jets.

Yeah, Thanksgiving was pretty awesome this year - so awesome that the allure of Black Friday doorbusters couldn't wake you from your tryptophan-induced food coma.

Don't despair. You can still score amazing deals tomorrow.

For the first time ever, Ward Centers is... Read more »

After the chaos of Black Friday, we're taking tomorrow off. Have fun shopping this weekend and we'll see you Monday!

Enter
Lottery Tickets
What: WICKED, one of the most popular musicals on Broadway, made its Honolulu debut at the Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall last night, which means you now have the chance to score $25 orchestra seats in the... Read more »

Photo courtesy: Eden in Love

It started the morning after Halloween. Anticipation began to build. You started to feel giddy. Now, you can hardly contain yourself. Finally, your favorite holiday of the year is about to arrive. Well, first you have to get through Thanksgiving. But after that...