Haleakala: A History of the Maui Mountain (book review)

by Misty on March 15, 2013
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Standing at the summit of Haleakalā, cradled in clouds with their shifting colors and shapes, is like being in another world. You really feel that it’s a place of power and importance.

This gorgeous book all about Haleakalā is the …

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Maui Kosher-Quick and Easy Recipes (cookbook review)

by Misty on February 28, 2012
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You don’t have to be a part of the Jewish community in order to cook and enjoy kosher foods. To help, Maui resident Danit Schusterman brings us a unique new cookbook, Maui Kosher-Quick and Easy Recipes (Mutual Publishing, …

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Local Book Puts Modern Spin on Hawaiian Legends

by Misty on December 8, 2011
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Don’t Look Back: Hawaiian Myths Made New (Watermark Publishing, 2011) is a compilation of short stories and excerpts from local authors inspired by Hawaiian legends. Edited by Christine Thomas with a Foreword by Puakea Nogelmeier, Don’t Look …

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Author Interview: Janet Spurr

by Alex on April 9, 2011
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Janet Spurr is the author of Beach Chair Diaries, a collection of delightful and often hilarious essays with a themed focus on the author’s love and respect of the beach. Janet’s book is published by Island Heritage Publishing and …

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Book Review – Top Maui Restaurants 2010

by Alex on January 28, 2010
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We recently reviewed mythology surrounding the legend of Maui (see “Book Review- How Maui Slowed the Sun”).  Let’s stay with the Valley Isle and focus on its culinary delights and local cuisine.  One of the most enjoyable aspects …

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Book Review- How Maui Slowed the Sun

by Misty on January 20, 2010
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A wise songwriter dubbed him the “Hawaiian Superman” and immortalized one of his tales into a hit song—one cultural icon singing about another. The songwriter was Israel Kamakawiwo’ole and the “Hawaiian Superman” is the mythological hero, Maui.

Living in Hawaii …

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