“A good ARVO (afternoon) begins with a good morning and a good coffee” ARVO is a small cafe in Kaka’ako that specializes in artisan coffee and good vibes. The space is home to many creative individuals, which adds to the uniqueness that ARVO exudes. Walk along Auahi Street and you will see the colorful parasols and crowded tables lining the sidewalk outside of ARVO. The atmosphere is electric and energizing as people chat while sipping on lattés or having brunch. ARVO is much more than just a cafe, it’s a hub for a new culture based around fashion, music, and … Continue reading ARVO: A New Cafe Culture

Kaka’ako is a small commercial and retail district in downtown Honolulu. Nestled between bustling Waikiki and Honolulu Harbor, Kaka’ako rests along the south shores of O’ahu. Originally home to fishponds and salt pools, the industrialization throughout the 19th and 20th … Continue reading Kaka’ako: A Revival of Local Art and Culture

The ‘Ōhi’a Lehua is a flowering plant native to Hawaiian islands. This hardy little plant is often a colonizer of hardened lava flow, a pop of color in an otherwise barren landscape. The ‘Ōhi’a is my way to share the things and places that make me happy with others, hopefully it can be the little pop of color in your everyday life. Mahalo for reading! Continue reading What is The ‘Ōhi’a?