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Alot of people ask what good shave ice stores are there around Hawaii, and so we decided to create a list of some shave ice stores that we can think of off top of our head. Since there are so many stores, there may be some that we have forgotten. Please, if you know a good shave ice store or if your store is not listed, tell us and we would be more than glad to add it onto the list!
Oahu
Matsumoto Shave Ice - The King and World renown, need we say more?
Aoki's Shave Ice - A great alternative for Matsumotos. Shave ice is packed by hand and spoon. Also one of my favorite places and a beautiful old building.
Island Sno- Great place to eat shave ice if you are swimming in Kailua
Shimazu Shave Ice- Known for its fine texture and large size. Very traditional hand packed style shave ice.
Waiolas - Known for their melt in your mouth texture and one of the most popular shave ice stores. Very similar to Hula Girls Shave Ice's style!
Hyatt Regency- Good for those on waikiki beach
Diamon Head Concession- For alamoana beach
Onolicious Dog - At Hilton Hotel
Island Freeze- International market place
Paradise Burgers and Grill - Right inside Diamond Head crater. Perfect for those planning to hike the trail.
Ewa Seed - In Ewa Beach
Kokonuts- Where Obama got his shave ice at.
Tropicana- On waialae ave. Has alot of asian toppings.
Ice Garden - Asian style shave ice
Baldwins Shave Ice - A favorite for those living in the Waimalu area.
Tropical Rush - In north shore. Also sells surf boards and other swim wear.
Sea Country General Store- Serves shave ice in Waianae.
Dave's Ice Cream- Serves shave ice at stores in Waimanalo, Kapahulu, and around town.
Hale Koa- For those military personnel staying at the hotel.
Sheraton - There is a shave ice there somewhere, you can ask if you stay there.
Coconut Cafe- Right on Kuhio ave.
Shigalicious- On kinau st.
Moilili general store- Right on South King St. across from Zippys.
Kam Swap Meet- Right at the entrance
Kay's CrackSeed- At Manoa Shopping Center
Hanaki Restaurant-For those wishing to have shave ice with a japanese buffet.
Pineapple Coconut Hut- In Ala Moana Shopping Center
Koolina Beach Resort - Great shave ice is served in the snack bar area
Honolulu Adventure Park - Hawaii's only water park, with shave ice and cotton candy!
Beard Papa's- Perhaps some shave ice with your cream puff?
Aloha Stadium - Shave ice with swap meet
Big Island
Scandinavian Shave Ice - One of the most popular shave ice destinations on the Big Island. Located on Alii Dr
Hawaiian Ice Cones- Small friendly shave ice store located in Kailua Kona. Across from Kona Shopping Center.
Wilsons By the Bay - Popular shave ice store in Hilo
Kohaha Coffee Mill - In Hawi
Kawate Seed Store - In Hilo
Anue Nue Ice Cream - In Kawaihae Shopping Center
Beach Dog Internet Cafe
Maui
Tom's Mini Mart - Very friendly shave ice store in Wailuku
Local Boys Maui - Serves a variety of flavors in Kihei
Marriot - For customers who live in the Hotel
Aloha Island Shave Ice - In Hana
Westin Kanapali Resort - In the resort!
HomeMaid Bakery - with baked goods too!
Kauai
Hawaiian Blizzard Shave Ice - Great shave ice in Kapa'a outside the Big Save market, home of the $7 all u can eat Shave Ice! Say hi to Aron for us!
JoJo's Shave Ice - great story but be sure to go to the original in the alley
Koloa Shave Ice
Wishing Well- Hanalei, "Every shave ice is made custom for you. So please relax - enjoy and aloha!" reads their sign so chill out and wait! or she'll shout you a "Try wait, ya!"
Kim Taylor Reece, Hawaii’s foremost fine art photographer, has been studying hula kahiko for nearly 25 years. A catalyst of Hawaii’s Cultural Renaissance, his photography captures the mystery and magic of this dance, which for generations has excited the imaginations of people around the world.
In his research, Kim has traveled with the Hawaii State Foundation of Culture and the Arts, enabling him to study and work with dancers from more than 37 different Pacific Islands. His extensive research of costumes and dances of the early Hawaiians captures the spirit and essence of this ancient ritual.
His unique style has established the visual standards for hula kahiko. As millions encounter Kim’s work everyday, it helps to preserve the hula and enrich lives with his fine art photography.
Kim’s award winning photography has brought him worldwide recognition. Over the years, Kim has received 15 Pele Awards (communication and arts), Print Magazine Awards, Kahili Awards (HVCB), Travel Journalism Awards and National Community Service Awards. His images have been acquired by collectors, dignitaries, and museums internationally.
He studied art at Long Beach State in California and because he is color-blind was told to "change majors or be a starving artist". He uses it to his advantage in capturing the subtleties of the kahiko in black and white. He uses sepia tone to represent the timelessness of the dance. Kim has been publishing his art prints since 1983.
Kim has a gallery at Sacred Falls, Oahu, Hawaii. "The beauty in nature of the lush green valley and the striking blue ocean exemplifies what I am trying to portray through my work." Says the artist of his remote location.
For those who appreciate hula, Kim Taylor Reece has devoted his talents to the celebration of Hawaii’s ancient dance.
Hula Kahiko
Plant a Seed for Prosperity
With the New Year just around the corner, now is the time to begin thinking about what you want to manifest in the coming year… Or why wait? Plant that seed now to stimulate growth! Rather than simply “thinking” about what you want to nurture, this exercise will physically put your goals into motion when you “plant a seed for prosperity.”
What seed of an idea would you like to plant and grow into an opportunity? Financial abundance? Protection? It could be a skill or personal quality you’d like to acquire, or new adventure or creation. You probably already have a goal in mind, but just need to know what direction to put that energy in. For those that are still struggling with what they want to focus on, sit in meditation, or open your intuition and listen for divine messages that will help shape your goals or resolutions. When you have determined what it is that you are going to nurture in the coming year, write it down on a piece of paper.
From the list at the end of this article, locate the appropriate type of tree/seed based upon the corresponding energy that you are wanting to manifest. (You may want to also look up additional horticulture tips for the requirements of the different species, including climate and timing for planting to ensure a successful sprouting.)
When you’re ready to plant the seed, pick up the plant seed and concentrate on it, infusing it with your desires. If planting in a pot, first place your written desire at the bottom of the pot, or if planting outside, at the bottom of a hole that you have dug. Next, cover with a little soil, and proceed with planting your seed. Your written desire will feed the roots of the tree as it grows. Visit the sprouting tree frequently, water it, and emotionally feed it as well, knowing that as it grows, so will your desire.
Here are some appropriate trees to use:
Oak – Solid and strong, the Oak is the tree of endurance and triumph. When meditating or grounding, it is often the Oak tree that we visualize and embody because of its tremendous root system and its ability to anchor our souls.
Birch – As the Birch tree is the earliest tree to produce new leaves each year, it is known as a symbol of fertility and new beginnings. Birch brings luck in new endeavors, and aids in accomplishing goals. Bundles of birch twigs were bound together for use in witches’ brooms, and to ward off negative spirits.
Apple – The Apple tree is one of the most sacred trees, holding the energy of eternal youth and happiness in the afterlife. Cutting down an Apple tree was considered so unlucky in Ireland that they would call for a sacrifice of a person as payment for such wrongdoing.
Alder – Alder is associated with rebirth (resurrection), as the petals on the Alder tree reflect the spiral pattern of creation. Use Alder for situations concerning death or birth.
Rowan – The tree of fire, Rowan represents inspiration and vitality. Leaves of Rowan may be used to increase psychic powers, while the branches of the Rowan tree are often used for fabricating wands. If you had a magickal wand, made from the Rowan tree, what would you want to manifest?
Willow – The Willow embodies similar energy to that of the Moon. It provides protection from nightmares, harm, and betrayal.
Hawthorne – The tree associated with purification and chastity, this tree is used to bring forth a lighter energy, that of the fairy. It is no wonder that the Hawthorne tree is sacred to fairies, and cutting one down brings misfortune.
Holly – Holly is associated with luck and protection. Holly leaves are sometimes used for divination, as the number of berries indicates the severity of the coming winter.
Maple – With a sweetness like syrup, the Maple attracts love, money, and luck. It is often used for treasure chests and jewelry boxes holding your most precious items. Maple will offer the sweet allure to attract what you want.
Ash – The Ash tree is an ancient tree, associated with the Norse, and sacred to Poseidon, God of the Sea. Placing ash leaves under your pillow will aid in prophetic dreams
Hazel – Hazel is the tree that blooms with wisdom. Hazel nuts are strung and used for happiness within the home. Forked Hazel branches are often used as dowsing rods to aid in divination and locating water or hidden objects.
Elder – The Elder tree is associated with magick and manifestation. If hung over doorways, it repels negative spirits and energies, but if burned, it calls forth and invites negative spirits.
Hawaiian radio legend Krash Kealoha dies
The Hawaiian music world is in mourning this Thanksgiving.
The father of modern Hawaiian radio Krash Kealoha passed away Thursday morning in his Waimanalo home.
Kealoha was suffering from a tumor and decided to forgo radiation treatment. According to Kealoha's wife, Chris, he was in poor condition.
Kealoha was the program director for KCCN FM 100, produced both radio and television shows, managed local musical groups and started the Na Hoku Hanohano awards.
Hawaiian music was always on Kealoha's mind. Friends in the Hawaiian music community say he was an integral part of pushing the music forward.
"He became the leader and program director of a unique group of people that would continue 30, 40 years to shape Hawaiian music. He took care of that and gave it forward to a younger generation of not only radio people, but entertainers," Hawaiian 105 KINE radio personality and entertainer Billy V said. "
Kealoha was also known for his spirit of aloha.
"Krash had a way of expressing himself like very few people. He knew that aloha was first. He had the sense of aloha when he spoke, whether to you, or me, or visitors who were coming here," Billy V said. "He had that sense of aloha in everything he did and he wasn't ready to leave yet. There was more that he wanted to do."
Kealoha also appeared in several TV shows including Magnum, P.I., Hawaii Five-O and The Jeffersons.
Kealoha's real name was Victor Opiopio.
RIP.....braddah Krash
The Aloha Tradition
While a few ancient Hawaiian customs have faded from memory, the tradition of lei-giving has managed to subsist and flourish. In the beautiful islands of Hawaii, everyone wears leis. A lei is a common symbol of love, friendship, celebration, honor, or greeting. In other words, it is a symbol of Aloha. Take a walk around Hawaii; you’ll find leis everywhere—graduations, parties, dances, weddings, and yes, even at the office. In Hawaii, any occasion can be considered special and “lei-worthy.” No one can resist the vibrant colors, the intoxicating fragrances, or the beautiful tradition of Hawaii’s most recognized icon…the flower lei.
The History of the Lei
The custom of the flower lei was introduced to Hawaii from the various surrounding Polynesian islands and even Asia. In ancient Hawaii, wearing a lei represented wealth, royalty, and rank. Leis were also heavily associated with hula, religion and geography.
Most Hawaiians preferred the Maile lei--a leafy vine that has fragrant spicy-sweet leaves that is draped and worn open-ended to the waist. However, royalty and Hawaiian chieftains favored the fiery, vibrant Ilima—a thin orange blossom that requires hundreds of flowers to make a single lei strand. Hawaiian Princess Kaiulani’s favorite lei was the Pikake—named after the peacocks in her garden—for the heavenly white blossoms and sweet jasmine fragrance.
The state of Hawaii is consists of eight major islands. Each island has its own designated lei which represents a harmonious marriage of texture and color. Most of these leis are unavailable for shipping to the mainland due to strict agricultural laws.
Hawaii – Lehua
Oahu – Ilima
Maui – Lokelani
Kauai – Mokihana
Molokai – Kukui
Lanai – Kaunaoa
Niihau – Pupu
Kaho’olawe – Hinahina
Before the familiar hum of airline jets were heard in the sky, tourist and travelers arrived in Hawaii by boat. Many old Hawaiians retell their stories of “boat days” with fond memories. When the boat would arrive at the dock, it was a social celebration with lei greeters, hula dancers, music, and photographers. A common custom for departing travelers was to toss their leis into the ocean by Diamond Head Crater. A safe return to Hawaii was ensured if their lei drifted to shore.
Since May 1, 1928, Hawaii has celebrated every May first as it’s official “Lei Day.” Hawaiians call it “May Day.” The flower lei is celebrated passionately on May Day with Hula, parades, and music. On May Day, most parents request to take a day off of work so they can watch their children participate in May Day festivities and programs at school. Everyone in Hawaii is encouraged to wear a lei on May Day.
Lei Etiquette
Leis can be worn, received, or given for almost any occasion. In Hawaii, a lei is given for an office promotion, a birthday, an anniversary, a graduation, or any special event. Yet more notably, a lei can be worn for no other reason than to enjoy the fragrance, take pleasure in the beautiful flowers, or simply, to celebrate the “Aloha Spirit.”
There is one big faux pas that should never be made. Never refuse a lei! Always graciously accept the lei with a toothy smile and a kiss on the cheek. (If you don’t feel comfortable with giving or receiving a kiss on the cheek, a warm hug is acceptable!) If you are allergic or sensitive to flowers, then discreetly and apologetically slip-off the lei. It is acceptable and considered a kind gesture to offer the lei to your spouse if you are unable to wear it.
Last, but not least, there is one more taboo…it is considered (in Hawaii) impolite to give a closed (tied) lei to a pregnant woman. Many Hawaiians feel that a closed lei around the neck is bad luck for the unborn child. (Head Hakus and open-ended leis are acceptable to give to pregnant woman.)
For all you local guys and gurls out dea......You know you from Hawaii when...
- You can understand and speak pidgin english and da people from da mainland cannot understand you!
- No body is completely sure where "north" is...
- You eat rice every single day
- Its shave ice not snow cones, shoyu not soy sauce, saimin not ramen, slippers not flip flops
- The name Duke means royalty...
- You know what "ukus" are and you had um at least once when you was one lil keiki
- Da term "dress up" means one nice aloha shirt and jeans
- You know what "tutu" means
- You get a million pairs of rubbah slippahs outside your house when your family gets together
- You eat portuguese sausage, eggs and rice for breakfast
- You buy large quantities of toilet paper in case ders a longshoreman strike
- You would serve spam as a meat for dinner
- You know wut da "stink eye" is and how to give it
- You can correctly pronounce Kalanianaole, Kalakaua and Aiea
- You know wut a "Huli Huli" chicken is
- You know da difference between being hapa and hapai
- You know wut it takes to get into Kamehameha schools
- You tink 70 degrees is cold
- Public transportation = Da Bus
- You spent half your life barefoot
- You eat mango wit shoyu, vinegar and pepper
- You know how for cook rice by measuring da water wit da knuckle of your index finger
- You call everyone older den you "Aunty" or "Uncle" even if dey arent related to you
- The idea of taking something from a heiau is unthinkable
- A approaching hurricane only means one thing....Surfs up brah!
- Beans are da perfect condiment for ice cream
ALL PAU!
BETRAYED ???
For those who have been betrayed by husband, wife, fiance, fiancee, lover and friend.....welcome on board, love is not lost, its been misplaced until you find the right one......the pain passes but the beauty remains....there is the reason WHY..
FORGET THEM!! Forget their name,forget their face, forget their kiss, their warm embrace.
Forget the love that you once knew, remember they have someone new.
Forget them when they played your song, remember when you cried all night long.
Forget how close you once were, remember they have chosen him or her.
Forget how you memorized their walk, forget the way they used to talk. Forget the things they used to say, remember they have gone away.
Forget their laugh, forget their grin, forget the dimples on their chin. Forget the way they held you tight, remember they're not with you tonight. Forget the time that went so fast, forget the love that moved, its past. Forget they'd said they'd leave you never, remember they're gone forever.
Nani.......
When a MAN looks at u with eyes full of questions ... he is wondering how long you will be around.
When a Man answers ' I'm fine ' after a few seconds ... he is not at all fine.
When a Man stares at you he is wondering why you are lying.
When a Man lays on your chest .. he is wishing for you to be his forever. When a Man wants to see you everyday... he wants to be pampered.
When a Man says ' I love you ' .. he means it.
When a Man says ' I miss you ' .... no one in this world can miss you more than that.
Life only comes around once make sure u spend it with the right person .... Find a guy .. who calls you beautiful instead of hot.
Who calls you back when you hang up on him.
Who will stay awake just to watch you sleep.
Wait for the guy who ..... kisses your forehead.
Who wants to show you off to the world when you are in your sweats.
Who holds your hand in front of his friends.
Who is constantly reminding you of how much he cares about you and how lucky he is to have you.
Who turns to his friends and says, ' That's her!! '
He is the man .......
