September 29, 2011

MOVIE THEATER CHINESE FOOD September 29, 2011

french fries ACAI BOWL KOREAN BBQ thrift store KOREAN BBQ Ke Alaka i THAI FOOD SURF SPOT Volume 98: Issue 3

3D

THE LEADER LEADER THE

burgers VIEW DINNER

LUNCH SHRIMP groceries SNORKEL SPOT JUMP

DESSERT MUSIC STORE SPECIAL ISSUE

rock climb shave ice

souvenirs skate park

study spot LATINO FOOD

ROMANTIC SPOT HIKE GL A SS

BREAKFAST running route INSIDE! S E

whale watch

sea sea turtle turtleTHE site siteBEST THE BEST OF OF OAHU OAHU ISSUE ISSUE

BOOK MUSEUM BEACH BOOK

Ke Alaka i

Table of Contents

September 29, 2011 • Volume 98: Issue 3 Kent carollo

LEEANN LAMBERT

ed i t or -i n - ch i e f

advis o r

DEWEY KEITHLY hea d p hot og ra p h e r COPY EDITORS

VIDEO PRODUCTION

Kel sey R o p e r G a b r i el l S a ba l o n e s Amy Han s o n

L in ds ay b an c ro ft Jame s C h o i Jo an Yau

PHOTOGRAPHERS

ART & GRAPHICS

M ei Y i n Dewey Ke i th ly Ba r t Jol l ey

Mic h ae l Gulde n Ste ph an ie T s e C o n o r Riley A n n e N e ls o n

MULTIMEDIA JOURNALISTS Na t ha n Pa cke r, A a ro n P uzey, Mar is s a Eld er, Tay l o r R i p py, A m bre e Kle mm, A n drew Lyon, A u s ti n Fa ce r, C a m ro n Sto c k f o rd, E l l en Wy n n , G i s e l l e R a m ire z , Make n z ie H ea d , N a t a l i e D rewe r y INTERNS S uza nne T u t tl e Phi l l i p A n d r u s

AD MANAGER A aro n Knuds e n

View from Kokohead Crater, one of Oahu’s best hikes.

Photo by Kenway Kua.

[page 4]

[page 10]

B est R oman ti c Spo t, Be st Muse um, B est M ov i e T h e atre

[page 7]

Be st sal ads, Be st Sh ave Ic e, B es t Burge r, Be st Fre n ch Fr ies

[page 16]

B est b re ak f ast

Be st Gro ce r y Gui de and H awaii Tr iv i a

CONTACT

E-mail: kealakai@byuh.edu Ad Information: kealakaiads@gmail.com Phone: (808) 675-3694 Fax: (808) 675-3491 Office: Campus, Aloha Center 134

NEWS CENTER

Publisher

Box 1920 BYUH Laie, HI 96762

P r in t Se r vic e s

E d i t or i a l , p h o to s u bmis s io n s & dis tr ibut i on i n qu i r i e s : ke a l a k ai@ byuh .e du. To sub scr i be t o th e R S S FEED o r to view a d d i t i o n a l a r ti cl e s , go to ke alak ai.byuh . ed u.

CORRECTIONS In the story about Biology students going to Tahiti in September 22 Issue: Kalie Johnson’s name was misspelled and the group went to work with the administrators and faculty of the University of French Polynesia to encourage more student and faculty exchange and to help gain credibility for BYUH in the French educational system. The students did research that may prove to be new to science.

Viewin g n o te : T r y revers ing t he lense s o f yo ur g l a s ses t o a lt er t he 3D e f f e c t o f e a ch i ma ge. All i m a ges in this p ubl i ca ti o n have not b een e dited f o r 3 D v i ew ing ( j u st m ost ) .

2

Ke Alaka‘i

Robert R. Holland D.C., L.M.T.

CHIROPRACTIC & MASSAGE THERAPY

Specializing in Medical Massage and Soft Tissue

Rehabilitation for Whiplash Injury, Neck Pain and Back Pain No Fault Insurance Accepted KAHUKU-NORTHSHORE 56-119 Pualalea Street TEL:293-0122

notes

On Oct. 1 and 2, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will broadcast its semi-annual General Conference. Conference will be shown 10 a.m. - Noon and 2 - 4 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday in the Stake Center on campus. This is a rebroadcast of General Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah. To watch it live, watch it on the internet or participating TV stations at 6 a.m.

and 10 a.m.

On Oct. 2, there will be a rebroadcast of the General Relief Society Meeting and Priesthood Meeting. The Relief Society rebroadcast will be from 6 - 8 p.m. in the Auditorium. The Priesthood Meeting will be from 7 - 9 p.m in the Stake Center Chapel 1. Wear your Sunday best and bring your scriptures and something to take notes.

CALENDAR

SEPT

Lagoon opens on Sept.

30 Haunted 30 on Monday’s Wednesday’s,

OCT

6

OCT

7

Friday’s, Saturday’s then nightly Oct 24 ti Oct 31, 2011 Rates for Kama’aina, kids $14.95, adults $19.95 (fast pass, add $5 more).

“Choice to Give” begins Oct. 6.

Students make a small money donation to help BYUH. Presentation in the McKay Auditorium in the evening. For more information, contact BYUHSA.

about

THIS ISSUE

SPECIAL ISSUE

The Ke Alaka’i Staff working hard to bring you the 3D issue. Photo by LeeAnn Lambert.

O

ver the course of last winter semester and the succeeding terms, our staff set out to compile a list of top-recommended Oahu hotspots that included everything from greatest hike to best breakfast. We polled the student body, asked locals, and circled the island ourselves looking for the “best” of everything on Oahu. In addition to assembling a list of favorite places and activities, we also did our best to highlight some lesser-known locations.

Long time residents of the island will be familiar with much of what we include, but we hope this eye-popping guide to our island home will be especially useful to those who are new to the area. We could have printed volumes detailing all of the outstanding things Oahu has to offer, but this list is just a sampling. Slip on your 3D shades and enjoy the Ke Alaka‘i Best of Oahu issue! We hope you have as much fun reading it as we did making it.

-Ke nt Carollo

On-campus movie showing of “I Am Legend” (2007) in the Auditorium. There will be two free showings. One showing will be at 7 p.m. and the other at 9:30 p.m.

Photo of Waimea Bay by Dewey Keithly September 29, 2011

3

SPOT

SUNSET BEACH Students named Sunset Beach the most romantic spot on the island, and with good reason. During the summer the beach features calm waters, a long stretch of white sand and a beautiful horizon view. The openness of the beach makes sunsets a spectacle well worth a late afternoon trip. Complete with picnic benches, lifeguards, bathrooms and parking, this beach makes for a perfect day of Hawaiian romance. A shaded walking path beginning at Sunset and connecting to Waimea offers another romantic element.

The winter months, however, bring with them powerful waves and rip currents that often cause lifeguards to prohibit entering the water. These waves are a unique scene all their own and, when they are safe, are treasured by surfers (http://www.northshore. com/hawaii/sunset-beach-hawaii.asp).

The point is also a favorite spot (and a closer one) for enchanting that special someone.

Take the secret staircase at the end of bikini beach to add intrigue to your jaunt and finish it off with a touch of legend by reading the posted plaques at the top. With beautiful views, the point has been home to everything from awkward first dates to full-blown proposals.

BEST

MUSEUM

BISHOP MUSEUM With its extensive collections of Polynesian artifacts and well-known reputation throughout Oahu, Bishop Museum will surprise and edify visitors of all backgrounds and ages.

With exhibits, native gardens, and scientific adventure centers, the Bishop Museum has something to entertain and educate every visitor. Located in Honolulu, approximately 50 minutes from BYU-Hawaii, the museum is the perfect place to explore if you’re looking for a day out in the city. The museum has educational events such as “The Sky Tonight,” an activity that allows patrons to explore the skies above Polynesia.

Entrance is $17.95 for adults and $14.95 for seniors and children. There are kama’aina and military discounts. With a PCC Identification card, students can get themselves and one other person in for free. The museum is open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily excluding Tuesdays and Christmas. http://www.bishopmuseum.org/ 1525 Bernice Street, Honolulu, Hawaii.

- m ariss a eld er

MOVIE

BEST

BEST

ROMANTIC

THEATER

KOOLAULOA STADIUM One of our favorite movie theatres is Koolau Stadium 10 in Kaneohe. Considerably closer than the Regal Windward 10 (inside the Windward mall), this theatre offers student discounts daily and features spacious theatres with comfortable seats. Arcade games and an impressive snack bar add to this theatre’s appeal. Special features like the Crybaby matinee, in which fussy infants are no problem thanks to low volume, dim lighting, stroller valet and changing tables, seal this theatre in its place as our number-one pick. *Helpful hint: If you see a movie at Koolau before 4 p.m., the matinee price is 25 cents cheaper than the student price.

For information about show times, special features, and other Consolidated theatre locations, visit their website at http://www. consolidatedtheatres.com/cinema/content/ home.asp. (Scroll down to Koolau Stadium 10 for specific information.)

The student favorite was the Laie Palms cinema, located in the Laie Shopping Center.

- KEL SEY ROYER

-K EL S E Y ROY ER

BEST WATERFALL Feeling some freshwater pools? Waimano Falls is a three-mile hike located on Oahu’s southern shore. Plan on 2-3 hours for the hike—maybe more depending on how long you stay to play. You’ll access the falls from the Manana Trail. Most of the trail is under a canopy of forest, so it’s not unbearable temperature-wise, and in some places the trail is similar-looking to Laie 4

Ke Alaka‘i

Falls. Think red dirt and gnarled tree roots.

Ideal conditions to visit most waterfalls are after a heavy rain to ensure a worthwhile cascade to view or play in, but it’s not always recommended to hike during a heavy rain. Waimano has three pools, and not all three are deep enough to jump into, though the last pool is typically a safe 15-20 foot drop. Be mindful of “Cardiac Hill” on the way back, walking down is easy but the trip back up is known to burn, baby,burn.

- TAYLOR RIP P Y

Waimano Falls. Photo courtesy of kaleolancaster.blogspot.com.

Bishop Museum. Photo courtesy of ksbe.edu.

BEST

VIEW ROUND TOP ROAD Vibrant greenery and lush foliage soar high above you as you drive under swaying vines winding up Round Top Drive in the hills of Honolulu. About halfway through the 10-mile loop that guides you through abundant jungle and large houses, road-trippers will come across Pu’u Ualaka’a State Park, located near the top of Mt. Tantalus. The state-maintained park, complete with rolling, green grass and spectacular, panoramic views

of southern Oahu rarely disappoints, rain or shine. The vista, which spans from Diamond Head, to Waikiki, to Punch Bowl Crater, to the Honolulu International Airport, may be a familiar one to Elvis Presley fans. According to GoHawaii.com, Elvis and his on-screen girlfriend picnic at the breathtaking park in Blue Hawaii. Visit Pu’u Ualaka’a and see for yourself how the Waikiki/Honolulu skyline has changed in 50 years since the “King of Rock n Roll” wooed his woman.

- Taylo r Rippy

View from Pu’u Ualaka’a State Park. Photo by Kenway Kua. September 29, 2011

5

BEST

EDIBLES

LATINO FOOD *Let’s be honest, many of the Mexican restaurants in Hawaii fail to recreate the traditional taste of real Latino food. Wahiawa’s El Palenque is a good place to visit if you’re craving authentic Mexican grub. The holein-the-wall restaurant is widely known for its chicken dishes, its unique, spicy house salsa, and its homemade corn tortillas. According to Danno Lommatzsch, senior in accounting from Argentina, El Palenque’s food tastes very authentic. “It’s not a fancy restaurant at all, but if you are there simply to eat good food, it’s a perfect place to try out.

“El Palenque is located on Kam Highway in downtown Wahiawa. Next time you’re driving through, stop in for some genuine Latino fare.

-a a r on p u z e y

KOREAN BBQ Of the vast variety in culinary treats available in Hawaii, a dish that most locals will agree on is Korean BBQ. Versions of K-BBQ can be found on every street corner from local chains like LnL and Yummy BBQ. “Kal-bi” ribs and “meat-jun” are local favorites. The best on the island is easily Camellia’s. Camellia’s is a BBQ buffet and for the adventurous.

There is a grill in the table where guests can grab as much meat as they want and grill them fresh on the table. “Kim chee” is also available. The meat ranges from spicy pork to kalbi ribs. Prepare to not be hungry the rest of the day.

930 McCully St, Honolulu, Hawaii 96826 6

-j a me s C h oi Ke Alaka‘i

CHINESE FOOD

Chinatown was voted the best place to get Chinese food on the island, boasting restaurants like Little Village Noodle House, located on 1113 Smith Street. The noodle house offers traditional and new Chinese specialties spiced according to your preference. A favorite of local businesspeople and Chinatown visitors alike, the restaurant is filled to capacity on a daily basis. Call

ahead for reservations at 545-3008. Print a coupon for 10 percent off their special of the week at littlevillagehawaii.com.

- Su zanne Tu ttle

Upper Left: Camellia’s Korean BBQ. Photo courtesy of Jonathan P. (yelp.com).

Right: Mexican food photo by Phil Andrus.

Bottom: Dim Sum photo by Kenway Kua

THAI FOOD Haleiwa’s Opal Thai Food Wagon is yet another one of the North Shore’s popular cuisine trucks. Although some may be skeptical of Thai food served from a truck, the proprietor Opal keeps his truck immaculate and gives even more attention to the quality of his food.

Start off with some spring rolls, a green papaya salad or spicy glaze garlic chicken wings with deep fried basil before your main course.

The menu includes several different curries, Pad Thai, fried rice, and drunken noodles, among other options. Find Opal Thai across from McDonald’s at the southwest entrance of Haleiwa, open Wednesday through Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Haleiwa Eats, at the opposite end of town, was also rated highly by students. The indoor restaurant

offers a number of soups, salads, curries, sautés, and rice dishes, with your choice of chicken, beef, shrimp or tofu. Visit Scoop of Paradise down the street for homemade ice cream and mochi after dinner, or try Haleiwa Eats’ fried coconut ice cream, mango sticky rice, or fried banana sundae.

-amy hanson

Spicy offerings from Haleiwa Eats.

Photo courtesy of knight of the culinary round table

September 29, 2011

7

BEST

BREAKFAST BOOTS & KIMO’S For a breakfast packed with flavor and Hawaiian-style additions to classic breakfast dishes, head on over to Boots and Kimos located on the Windward side of O’ahu in Kailua. You know Boots and Kimos has legendary food because tourists come to eat from around the world, as well as locals from down the street. Crowd favorites included Kimo’s Famous Macadamia Nut Sauce on His Onolicious Pancakes, Maui Portuguese Sausage and the Huelo Paniolo Omelette with fried rice. Boots and Kimos is open from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on weekdays and from 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on weekends. The price range is moderate, with dishes ranging from $5.50 for a Strawberry waffle to 12 dollars for Hawaiian Style Pulehu Ribs.

When guests open the doors to Boots and Kimos, they are greeted with a smile by granddaughter of Uncle “Boots” himself, Crystal Kiakona. The phrase “keeping it in the family” applies at Boots and Kimos because almost all of the employees are literally, whether through blood or marriage, family. The Kiakona family, who runs the restaurant, love football, specifically the Pro Bowl. When the NFL players come to Aloha Stadium, there you will also find the Kiakona’s. Their store is decorated with autographed NFL Jerseys and a collection of wheaties boxes, reminding us that breakfast, served all day at Boots and Kimos, is truly a meal of champions. The establishment has been open for more than 17 years. Make sure you show up early because even with 60 seats, there is still a line out the door to come in and eat. It is known to be well worth the wait.

-M a r iss a E l d e r 8

Ke Alaka‘i

Eggs Benedict breakfast from Boots and Kimo’s.

Photo by Phil Andrus.

BEST

wraps, and baked goods, including some vegan options. The bakery’s banana bread pudding and homemade ice cream cookie sandwiches are especially popular. You can Haleiwa’s Waialua Bakery is easy to miss— also request that any sandwich be made into a salad. Their hours, on Monday through this beach bungalow is tucked next to MalSaturday, are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ama Market grocery store in the middle of Haleiwa has several other lunchtown. Dining can be cramped inside the little time options, including Storto’s Deli and yellow building, but the outdoor patio seatSandwich Shoppe, known for its soft, sweet ing is perfect for lunch with friends. Their wholesome menu includes a variety of natural bread and papaya seed dressing; Kua’aina smoothies, sandwiches on homemade bread, Burgers, which offers customized burgers that

are piled so high they’re hard to fit into your mouth; and the Grass Skirt Grill, a mix of Hawaiian fare, burgers, seafood, and BBQ. If you’re looking for a closer alternative, try Kahuku’s Fiji Market and Curry Shop, hidden behind the Kahuku Sugar Mill gas station.

They sell a variety of curries paired with rice or roti in the back of the shop, including a vegetarian option that changes daily.

BEST

“tandoori,” or clay oven, items. Order freely from both menus; popular dishes include the fried samosas, lamb masala, saffron rice, and cheese-stuffed naan. Dig in using only your hands for a truly Indian experience. Be sure to request your meal mild if you can’t take the heat, and come early to cut down your wait.

The café is open daily from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., and does not take reservations. The Cheesecake Factory in Waikiki is

another student favorite—try the Avocado Eggrolls or scan the case of dozens of desserts. Buca di Beppo next to Ward theaters is a good pick if you’re craving some hearty Italian. If you’re looking for a place closer to home, The Kahuku Grill, Surfin’ Tacos, or Impossibles Pizza Truck (often parked at Sunset Beach), are all delicious options.

the evolution of the malasada into a delicious Hawaiian treat. A malasada is a small doughnut-like confection made from fried bread and granulated sugars. Variations include fillings such as cinnamon, custards and jams. In Hawaii, fruit jams such as guava and mango are often an ono [delicious] option for hungry customers.

One of the most popular malasada makers is Leonard’s Bakery. Leonard’s Bakery began in 1952. Today, the bakery has

expanded to include Malasadamobiles: red and white trucks that make the sweet treat.

A popular location of a truck is the Laie Shopping Center parking lot. It’s nearby and malasadas are relatively inexpensive. http:// www.leonardshawaii.com

LUNCH

DINNER Getting a table at the tiny Café Maharani on King Street in Honolulu might require a wait, but patrons agree that the food is certainly worth it.

Once you’re seated, your server will hand you two menus—one containing traditional Indian fare, and the other for

BEST

DESSERT One of the unique and delectable desserts of the Hawaiian Islands is the malasada. A product of Portugal, the malasada became an inheritance of Hawaii during the sugar cane era in the 19th century. Since that time, variations have been developed and modifications have been made allowing

-amy hanson

-amy hanson

Above: Butter chicken from Cafe Maharani. Photo courtesy of Wertheim. Right: Malasadas from Leonard’s. Photo courtesy of tastyislandhawaii.com.

- MARISSA ELDER

delicious ingredients that make Aloha Salads so ono. According to their website, their mission is to “serve healthy, fresh, locally grown ALOHA SALADS food of the highest quality at affordable Aloha Salads has been delivering fresh foods prices. It remains dedicated to supporting local farmers and fishermen while providing since it opened its doors in 2006. Aloha Salads serves more food than generic salads. its customers with the freshest, healthiest and most delicious ingredients available.”For more Their menu offers sandwiches, soups, and information visit http://www.alohasalads.com specials of the day. Salads range from the or one of their four locations.

Paia Pomegranate to Aloha Mediterranean salads. Fresh fruit and fish, are some of the

BEST SALADS

- SUZANNE TUTTLE

BEST

BEST

ICE

BURGER

FRENCH

BEST

SHAVE

FRIES

MATSUMOTO’S

TEDDY’S

Mautsumodo Shave Ice is close to being a North Shore state monument. The place opened in 1951 as a grocery store that was converted into a snack, souvenir, and most importantly, a shave ice haven for tourists and locals alike that visit the north shore.

Today, Matsumoto’s produce close to 1,000 shaved ice a day and those that come for this treat are mostly tourists that visit. Offering a variety of flavors such as lilikoi, pineapple and li hing mui, a guest can order the works with sweet beans and ice cream for less than $5.

Should you visit the store, you’ll see notable visitors such as Tom Hanks, Stars of the T.V. Show, “Lost” and regular “locals” Adam Sandler. Being displayed in shows and magazines as well, Matsumoto’s is definitely worth a visit.

66-087 Kamehameha Hwy Haleiwa, Hawaii, 96712

North Shore residents Art and Peggy Hannemann opened the Kahuku Grill two years ago to immediate success. Located next Teddy’s Bigger Burgers is one of Oahu’s best to the Kahuku Sugar Mill, this family resplaces to get a great burger. Choose from one taurant is consistently swarmed with BYUH students, locals and tourists. Art Hannemann of their mouthwatering traditional burgers, teri burgers, grilled chicken breast, or veggie says the grill has three objectives: “low burgers. With any burger pick from toppings prices, quality food, and a lot of it.” Try their like bacon, avocado, blue-cheese, peanut but- rustic fries for a delicious twist on your typical french fry. The thickly cut potato wedge ter or pastrami. fries, seasoned to perfection and paired with

One of the best things about Teddy’s is that every burger is made to order, their special dipping sauce, are a student favorite. Just be careful not to burn your which means they make it specifically how tongue! Other popular menu items include you want it. According to their website, Teddy’s teriyaki sauce is made from scratch, their burgers, “World Famous Coconut and their Super Sauce is Teddy’s own “sweet Macadamia Nut Shrimp” and “Peggy’s Famous Chocolate Chip Coconut Banana Bread and tangy creation.”

The restaurant was started by Rich Sundae.” The Kahuku Grill is open Monday Stula and “Teddy” Tsakiris with a 50s theme through Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., and accepts cash only. Student voters also and a simple menu of burgers, shakes, and ranked the BYUH Seasider’s fries fries. Burger prices range from $3 to about highly.

- am y h an so n $5.

Teddy’s, known for “reinventing the burger joint,” is locally owned. The closest location to campus is at 539 Kailua Road.

Find other locations at teddysbiggerburgers. com.

-j a me s c h oi

- Ph illip An d rus Shaved Ice photo by Dewey Keithly. All other photos

by Phil Andrus

KAHUKU GRILL

BEST

SHRIMP FUMI’S SHRIMP TRUCK Kamehameha Highway is littered with shrimp trucks along the North Shore, and it can be hard to pick a lunch venue when faced with so many options! It doesn’t get much fresher than Fumi’s Kahuku Shrimp, which sits in front of the farms where they harvest a new batch of shrimp daily. Take your pick from a wide selection of flavors: coconut, spicy garlic, tempura or lemon pepper. Those who don’t love shrimp can dine on pork chops or deep—fried cod. All

of their plates are stacked high with rice, salad and a slice of pineapple. Best of all, Fumi’s offers a discount to BYUH students, so bring your student ID. The truck opens daily at 10 a.m. and closes at 7:30 p.m.

Giovanni’s shrimp truck in Kahuku is another popular spot for visitors to get their seafood fix. The nearby Kahuku Grill also offers coconut or garlic shrimp plates and salads at similar rates. The North Shore certainly couldn’t be accused of a shrimp deficit; try a new spot each time you head up north and pick your favorite.

- MAR ISSA ELDER

Photo by PhIL Andrus

august 4, 2011

11

BEST

SNACKS

ICE CREAM/FROZEN YOGURT

Yogurt Mama Kailua’s Yogurt Mama is a frozen yogurt shop that offers 30 rotating flavors of yogurt paired with more than 50 different toppings. Flavors range from Passionate Pomegranate Tart to Chewy Gooey Caramel, and toppings can be anything from cookie dough to mango mochi. Prices are determined by the weight of your creation. If you’re having trouble picking your favorite, ask to sample the flavors before you serve yourself. Yogurt Mama is open from Monday through Thursday 11am-10pm, Friday 11am-11pm, Saturday from 10am11pm, and Sunday 10am-10pm.

Other yummy spots to grab a cold treat on the island include Scoop of Paradise in Haleiwa, Yogurtland and Menchies.

-S u z a n n e T u t t l e Yogurt Mama offers frozen yogurt.

Photo by Phil Andrus

SMOOTHIE/ ACAI BOWL

12

Ke Alaka‘i

Lanikai juice photo by Phil Andrus

Lani Kai Juice

Lani kai juice has been in operation since its opening in 1997. This juice shop has been serving up local produce in smoothies, acai bowls, juices and other fresh products in Kailua and Kahala.

They are well known for their acai bowls, which can be ordered with toppings like coconut, bananas, granola, berries, and pineapple. There are different options for acai bowls. Each bowl is made with organic granola, bananas and honey. This is why it is considered one of the best acai bowls that the Island of Oahu has to offer. With two locations, it is an accessible around the Island.

Lani kai juice also has received a lot of press because they were featured on Oprah as one of the Lost actor Matthew Fox’s favorite places. Lani kai is located a few minutes from the famous Lani kai beach, so it is possible to grab an acai bowl after a day at the beach.

For additional information like the product’s nutritional information go to their website http://lanikaijuice.com/hawaii/.

-Su zanne Tu ttle

CAMPUS

STUDY SPOT General Classroom Building We’ve all been there: two hours into your three-hour homework marathon, you’re perplexed to find that rather than, “Also notable in this comparison is the disparate explanations of the dichotomy of man,” the next line of your essay reads “Aslo notstble in thiss comparison is desparate xplinations of the dichotmy of mn.” Going to correct the mistake, you end up typing “\\\\\\” instead of deleting your errors. Your fingers have grown stiff

BEST

BESTON

from the frigid library air conditioning, and you’ve lost the ability to type.

Fortunately for you, your study domain is not limited to merely the library, computer lab or other such igloos. Locations like the foyer of the GCB provide an atmosphere for studying devoid of distractions, while still maintaining the integrity of Hawaiian weather by ridding itself of any climate modifiers outside of the open windows and ceiling fans. For extended study sessions, the balmy temperature is a definite plus, as is the presence of a variety of vending machines stocked with chips, sandwiches and other study-appropriate fare. Don’t like cold sandwiches? The GCB is equipped with a microwave for your convenience. At the GCB you never have to quit a study session. Ever.

VENDING

MACHINE

GCB LOBBY A survey of BYUH students conducted by Ke Alaka’i lists the vending machine located in the General Classroom Building lobby as the most favored on campus. The GCB machines offer a variety of treats, including trail mix, bagels, muffins, Pop Tarts, PB&J uncrustables, and candy bars, as well as a wide selection of beverages. A microwave and sink are conveniently located by the machines, perfect for pop- 8250-27 ping a bag of popcorn in between classes, or warming up one of the Seasider’s chocolate muffins. The GCB vending machine is the perfect place to get a late night snack in between study sessions.

- Gabriell sabalo n es

-Su zanne Tu ttle

健康な日本 人ですか？ 何世代にもわたって、人々は治験に参加すること で新薬の開発に協力してきました。あなたにもで きます。新薬開発に関わるCovance社の新しい臨床 試験に参加できるチャンスです。

• • • •

研究試験8250-272 治験に参加していただいた場合、最大1000 ドルの報 酬をお支払いします。 健康な男性または女性 年齢20～55歳 入院（2泊3日）が可能な方

ご協力いただけますか？ありがとうございます！ 日本語でのお問い合わせは、877-708-7092に電話す るか、77982にALOHAとテキスト送信、または TestWithTheBest.comにアクセスしてください。 THE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES COMPANY One Waterfront Plaza, 500 Ala Moana Blvd., Ste., 400 Honolulu, HI 96813

BESTOF BUYING

TEXTBOOKS The majority of BYUH students agreed that the best place to find inexpensive textbooks is online. Sources like Amazon and Textbooks.com sell books at a reduced rate compared to store prices. Some sites also allow students to rent books for the semester and return them for a partial refund when they’re finished.

Tyler Luszeck, a senior in biology from California, understands what it is like to pay a high price for textbooks, so he buys them online. He said, “I never buy books from the BYUH Bookstore.

It would be too expensive.” He also said that most of his professors do not put orders in at the bookstore to save money for their science students.

-suzanne tuttle

CLOTHES

MUSIC

For those who lack both transportation and anything cute to wear, Jeans Warehouse is our best and only option to buy clothing. Linda Holt established Hawaii’s first junior’s fashion value retailer, Jeans Warehouse, in 1978.

Holt’s goal was to supply the residents and visitors of Hawaii a variety of affordable juniors clothing.

Her company has expanded since then, with 22 stores currently on Oahu, Maui, Kauai and the Big Island, including one in La’ie. For those whose wallets aren’t prepared for a shopping spree, however, the on-campus “Give and Take” is a once-every-semester event that provides free clothes, hangers, kitchen utensils, books, movies and more, donated from students leaving the island. Keeping these unwanted items within the school helps BYUH stay sustainable.

We’ve all heard of Internet radio stations, but here’s a site that takes radio up a notch: stereomood.com is a free internet radio source that personally customizes its stations according to what activity you’re doing while listening, and even what mood you’re in. Stereomood is unlike any other internet radio station; it doesn’t group music by genre, but by emotions.

Think “Cool,” “Relax,” or even “Let’s Party.”

Stereomood was the brainchild of the Roman Giovanni Ferron. Ferron was frustrated listening to the “apocalyptical” music played by his associate, Maurizio Pratici.

Ferron became determined to provide Pratici with a tool to arrange, listen to and share the latest and greatest tracks from international music blogs. The result of their combined effort is an online radio station source that offers the tired employee radio stations like “Working,” “Burnt Out,” and “Quit Job” to fuel the fire of the working man; stressed-out students can turn on “Studying,” “Busy as a Bee,” and “Asleep on My Feet”— stations that provide the perfect background music to their hectic lives; while the “Cool Cat” out on the town can jam to stations like “Funky,” “Groovy,” and “Disco Dance” to move to as he cruises the city streets.

Those who prefer a more straight-forward music experience may want to steer clear of this site, but others craving a more broad musical experience will find their mood-bymood musical needs met at Stereomood.

- gabriell sabalo n es

ONLINE DEALS If you’re looking for something new do or eat on the island, you could ask friends or family, or you could rely on the experts at groupon.com. Groupon is a deal-of-the-day website that offers a different localized discounted experience, meal, or treat every day.

Each deal is offered at a discount of 50% or more.

A groupon subscription is free.

All you have to do is visit groupon.com and enter your email at the top of the page after choosing Honolulu as the city. This subscribes you to receive an email everyday offering a new deal every day. Not only will groupon save you money, it will also help you get to know different stores, restaurants, 14

Ke Alaka‘i

spas, and outdoor activities that you may not have heard of without it.

Some groupons offered on oahu have been: 50% off horseback rides at Gunstock Ranch, manicure/ pedicures at Sophisticated Facial & Nail Spa, laser hair removal at Aesthetica, crepes from Aloha Crepes and smoothies from Lanikai Juice.

The first market for Groupon was Chicago, followed soon thereafter by Boston and New York City and Toronto. , Groupon serves more than 40 markets. Groupon launched in November 2008.

- PHILLIP ANDRUS

- gabrie ll sabalone s

BEST

Turtle

Encounter

LANIAKEA BEACH

The sought-out spot for turtle enthusiasts and ecstatic tourist is, hands down, either Laniakea Beach or Turtle Beach. Beautiful and tucked away neatly on the North Shore, Laniakea Beach is the perfect place to ponder the beauty that is sea turtles without the crowds of other, more popular beaches.

Laniakea is convenient for residents of Laie to visit, located twenty-five miles away, and is a particularly beautiful and well-kept beach.

The natural set up of the reefs creates a comfortable feeding ground and home for the turtles and allows for easy access to one of rare treasures of Hawaii. Don’t touch sea turtles and remember to refrain from getting too close to them.

-MAR I S S A ELDER

FIJI MARKET

Turtles of Laniakea Beach. Photo by Kenway Kua.

South Pacific Island Groceries & Curry Kitchen

Grocery items from Fiji, New Zealand, Australia, UK and India are available:

Lamb chops, flaps, necks, shanks.

NZ sausages, pork & beef bangers.

Curry Powder plus wide selection of Indian Spices.

Snacks: Bongos, Twisties & UFO’s.

BBC: Sao, Peas, Bhooja, Peanuts.

Large cans of Breakfast and Cabin Crackers.

Cadbury Chocolates, Arnotts Sao, Tim Tam, Orange Slice.

Large range of Corned Beef and Mutton.

Edmond’s Custard Powder, Passion Fruit Ice cream.

Hispanic Jarritos’ Curry Kitchen: lamb, chicken, beef, shrimp, vegetable, dhal, roti, chutney plus more.

NOW AVAILABLE: AUNTY DEVI’S NZ STYLE MEAT PIES AND SAUSAGE ROLLS

56-565 KAMEHAMEHA HWY, KAHUKU, HI 96731 (Located at the old Kahuku Sugar Mill, next to Kaiser Clinic) Hours: MON-SAT 9am to 9pm September 29, 2011 PH# (808) 293 - 7120

15

BEST

GROCERY

GUIDE

As a BYUH student on the hunt for cheap grub, having access to a vehicle or other forms of transportation is often a plus.

Costco is likely your best bet for reasonably priced meat on the island, but keep in mind that you will need to either be a Costco member yourself or best buds with someone that’s got a Costco card to visit the wholesale marketplace.

While Costco is also a great place to find produce, there are other options on the island. Chinatown is known for it’s outdoor markets. Peruse the vendor booths and carts when you’re on the lookout for your fruits and veggies. Or try any of the Farmer’s Markets that dot the island, two of the closest being our very own at BYUH or the

North Shore Country Market, held at Sunset Beach Elementary School. Farmer’s markets aren’t always the cheapest option, but they often have deals on produce that’s in season.

- TA YLOR RIPPY

For more info: http://www.costco.com http://www.northshorecountrymarket. org http://www.chinatownhi.com

Photo courtesy of Costco.com

HI T R I V I A

USE THE RED LENSE TO REVEAL THE ANSWERS

1. Spell the name of the Hawaii state fish.

1. Humuhumu-

2. Hawaii is the only state to grow which crop?

2. Coffee

3. Which Hawaiian volcano is the most active in the world?

3. Kilauea

4. What year did Hawaii become a state?

4. 1959

5. What is the name of the only royal palace in the U.S.?

5. Iolani Palace

6. How many tons of pineapple does Hawaii produce annually?

6. 320,000

16

Ke Alaka‘i

nukunukuapuaa

SOUVENIRS

Photo by Stephanie Tse

Swap Meet If you have the itch to shop, no other place on Oahu is most likely to satisfy your needs like the Aloha Stadium Swap Meet. The marketplace opened in 1979 and it has been a haven for tourist and locals alike. A place where cultural diversity can be seen, one does not need to look any further to find trinkets, souvenirs and art. The Aloha Stadium Swap Meet hosts close to 700 vendors and artists from all over the world. If you get tired

walking the full lap of Hawaiian souvenirs, pre-packaged ethnic food and jewelry, concession stands with shaved ice and plate lunches are available.

Market hours are: Monday, Wednesday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. There is a $1 admission fee.

99 - 500 Salt Lake Blvd., Honolulu, Oahu, HI, 96818 -j ame s choi

THRIFT STORE Salvation Army Thrift stores like Salvation Army are perfect for cheap and one-of-a-kind outfits, movies, books, and house decorations. Feel good about shopping used—when you buy from the Salvation Army, you contribute to an organization helping more than millions of Americans.

According to its site, “33 million Americans receive assistance from The Salvation Army each year through the broadest array of social services that range from providing food for the hungry, relief for disaster victims, assistance for the disabled, outreach to the elderly and ill, clothing and shelter to the homeless and opportunities for underprivileged children.”

More than 10 locations exist on the island. Other nearby thrift stores include Goodwill and Savers. Each thrift store is an alternative to mainstream retail stores and can offer significantly lower prices. For more info: http://www.salvationarmyhawaii.org -S u zan n e Tut t le

Photo by Kent Carollo September 29, 2011

17

BEST

SURF

SPOT

Ask a handful of surfers what their favorite surf spot is and you will receive a handful of answers. Depending on preference, skill, swell, and type of board there is not a universally “perfect surf spot” on the island.

Hawaii is world famous for its incredible surf breaks and if often referred to as the Mecca of Surfing.

18

Ke Alaka‘i

For beginners and long boarders, one of the best places around to surf is Castles, located at Malaekahana Beach Park. Castles is a favorite for a majority of BYUH students because of its proximity to campus, small gentle waves, and novice atmosphere and crowd.

Intermediate surfers may prefer surfing at Turtle Bay resort or Freddy’s on the North Shore.

Advanced short boarders will enjoy paddling out at Rocky Point, Ehukai Beach Park, Log Cabins, Off the Wall, Waimea Bay and Banzai Pipeline. The North Shore is one of the most difficult places to surf in the world—beware of rocks, shallow reef, crowds, and currents. Remember to always use good judgment and the proper equipment, and “when in doubt don’t go out.”

-Su zanne Tu ttle Surfing at Pipeline. Photo by Dewey Keithly

SPOT

Banzai Skate Park Students agree, the best skate spot on the north shore is the Banzai skatepark by Sunset Beach. It offers transitional ramps, rails, ledges and even a 12-foot pool. The park is off of Kam Highway on the mountain side, directly across the street from the “Off the Wall” parking area, conveniently close to some of the island’s most popular surf breaks. Paul Clonts, senior in social work from Temecula, CA, said, “I try to skate the park at least once or twice a week. I like to go on weekdays when it’s not super busy, just before the sunsets.” Clonts continued, “I help out at Sunset Elementary during the week, so after I’m done there I’ll just head to the park, or if there aren’t waves, I make sure to keep my skateboard in my trunk so I can still have some fun.”

Many people enjoy the park, but be warned-it sometimes does not invite the friendliest of crowds. Be sure to come with a friend, be respectful, and never stay after dark.

-A a r on P u z e y

BEST

ADVENTURE The Red Dolphin One of the latest and greatest high adventure water activities around Waikiki is the Red Dolphin, a 148-foot steel catamaran “island” equipped with colorful awnings, bars and a dance floor with a 400 passenger capacity anchored off Waikiki. Aboard the Red Dolphin, guests can enjoy snacks, food from the vessel’s chef, beverages from one of three beverage counters, and even high-speed internet.

According to owner Bob Norton, the catamaran will be “the newest thing [in Waikiki] in 20 years, most likely.”

The Red Dolphin will be dry-docked for the next few weeks, but will be out at sea again offering high speed boat rides, Snuba, a water slide, inflatable water trampoline and diving activities. When it returns to sea, the crew will be staying out until dark in order to enjoy city lights and fireworks on Friday nights outside of Ala Moana Beach Park.

For more information: islandonwater.com

ROCK

BEST

BEST

SKATE

CLIMB

Volcanic Rock Gym As local rock climbers may have noticed, Hawaii is limited on climbable surfaces. Fortunately for adrenaline junkies, establishments like Volcanic Rock Gym in Waipio have sought to correct this void. Spanning an area of more than 3,000 square feet, Waipio’s gym provides a variety of climbing challenges in hopes of providing a gym for climbers to “train hard and have fun,” according to their website. Climbers of nearly every age and skill level were considered during the gym’s construction. Volcanic Rock Gym’s features include crack climbing, top-rope routes, a bouldering cave with tunnel, traversing walls and a top-out boulder with a large roof overhang. Volcanic Rock Gym strives for a safe and exciting indoor experience and hopes to “stimulate and challenge the growing climbing community.”

For more information: volcanicrockgym.blogspot.com

- PHILLIP ANDRU S

Left: Skater gets air at the skate park. Photo by Jacob Hansen. Middle: Red dolphin photo by Suzanne Tuttle.

Right: Photo courtesy of Volcanic Rock Gym.

- Gabrie ll Sabalone s

September 29, 2011

19

Sailing Cat Avid and apathetic whale watchers alike would both agree that sailing the north shore of Oahu in search of whales is done best on the Sailing Cat. Sailing Cat was chosen best whale watching on Oahu because of its from-the-heart guarantee that “if you don’t see whales, you can come back as many times as you want until your stoked.”

Said owner/ Captain Don Germain. He’s confident that anyone who comes out on the sailing catamaran for a whale watch will see whales. “We know we can make everybody happy.” He said.

Sailing with Captain Don Germain on “Ho’o Nanea”, his 40’ catamaran, is relaxing and easy to schedule. Just call (808) 351-9371 and choose between a snorkel picnic sail to locations inaccessible by land, and sunset cruises with free drinks and pupus that sail from Haleiwa Harbor to Waimea Bay. Snorkeling trips go out during the summer, and whale watching happens during the winter months.

Hawaii is known the world over for its abundant marine life.

In the warm, blue waters of Oahu’s north shore, humpback whales come every winter to birth their young.

North Shore Catamaran Charters specializes in whale watching in Hawaii. Captain Don Germain is entertaining guide of the north shore, and a knowledgeable resource on Hawaiian marine life.

-P HIL ANDRUS

WHALE WATCH

NATURE

BESTOF

RUNNING

Electric Beach Kahe Point, better known as “Electric Beach,” is located on the west side of Oahu, where scores of sealife flock to giant turbines that emit heated water into the ocean from nearby electric plant. Visibility is superb; divers and snorkelers will likely see turtles, eels, and all sorts of tropical fish, including the famous Humuhumunukunukuapuaa. Marine life congregates around the underwater pipes, but it’s not recommended to swim in front of the tubes, as they spew tremendous amounts of hot, rapidly flowing water.

If you’re lucky, you may run into some of the Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins that frequent the area. It is said that mornings are the best time to encounter Spinners. Be smart and alert when visiting Electric Beach, as it is a common location -T aylor Rippy for theft.

SNORKELING

While the bike path and on-campus 5k course were among student favorites for best running route, the adventurous runner will appreciate Hauula loop trail. The trail is a tough, three-mile incline with incredible views. Perfect training for off-road races, this path is a favorite of the BYUH cross country team. Men’s coach and avid runner Kevin Schlag said of the route, “I like Hauula loop because it is an easy

ROUTE

BEST

- kelsey ro yer

run there, a hard hill, and an easy run back.” The trail begins at the end of Hauula Homestead Road. Running to the trail headfrom trailhead fromLaie Laieand andback backisisaaloop loopofofabout aboutnine-miles, nine-miles, so many prefer to drive, bike or bus to the trail and then run the loop.

Photos by Dewey Keithly

BEST

JUMP WAIMEA BAY ROCK The rock at Waimea Bay is a popular spot for cliff jumping on Oahu. Find the bay on Kam Highway shortly before reaching Haleiwa on the north shore. The long stretch of beach gathers huge crowds of tourists and locals daily. In the winter, Waimea pumps out some of the largest waves on the planet, but in the summer months it can be calm as a swimming pool. On calm days, hundreds of people jump off the 20-25 ft (depending on water level) Waimea Rock into the ocean. Be cautious of shallow water at low tide or rough waves that can affect your landing. Andrew Suamataia, sophomore from El Centro, CA in graphic design, has jumped off the Waimea rock many times. He said “Yeah, I enjoy the jump at Waimea, but to be honest there are tons of other cool cliff jumps all over the island.” He mentioned names like Spitting Caves, the Pali Highway jump, the water tower and Maunawili Falls. He continued, “The tower jump is super high, and Spitting Caves is pretty gnarly; I think those elements make them my favorite cliff jumps on the island.”

- AAro n puzey

22

Ke Alaka‘i

BEST BEACH LANIKAI BEACH In the Hawaiian language, “Lanikai” can be translated as “heavenly (Lani) Sea (Kai).” The name could not be more appropriate for this “salt water swimming pool” located in Kailua, Hawaii. Lanikai is far more than just a pretty beach to look out. At the beach park, kayaks and paddle boards are available for rent. Beautiful multi-colored reefs near the shore allow for good snorkeling without having to worry about drifting out too far into the ocean. Sea turtles as well as a variety of reef fish are common. For those that are adventurous, kayaking to the nearby “Mokuloa” islands is sure to bring a few hours of fun. The “twin islands” are a sanctuary for seabirds.

Mokulua Dr, Kailua, HI 96734 -j ame s choi

BEST HIKE

Photos by Kenway Kua

KOKOHEAD CRATER Kokohead Crater trail, though only about a mile in length, is both a fun and challenging course. Located in Hawaii Kai, the trail begins near the far side of Kokohead neighborhood park and ends at the top of the crater itself. The trail is comprised of large, rough steps which were once part of the track for an incline tram system. While the hike is not long, it gets very hot and the steps offer quite a workout.

Hikers should bring plenty of water, closed-toe shoes, and a camera.

The view from the top of the crater is a panorama of the eastern end of the island including Hawaii Kai and Hanauma bay. Inside the crater there are horse stables and the Kokohead botanical gardens.

Hawaii Kai hikers enjoy this trail so much that they protested the possibility of it closing in 2008. Perhaps due to their efforts, you don’t have to worry about getting a ticket for hiking this trail.

Located inside the Kokohead regional park and a common tourist attraction, this hike is totally legal.

-ke lse y roye r Photo by Dewey Keithly

September 29, 2011

23