Tonite's Da Nite

Whut? Aria at Century Center tonight. Funk injected.

Back To The...

Back to the Island... I love LOST.

"Back to the... back to the... back to the... hip-hop"

Young Liars

Estée Lauder's Re-Nutriv line is one of the best that can be found in the skincare market. In fact, it was Estée Lauder her damn self (!) that developed the first Re-Nutriv crème back in the 50s using only the rarest and finest ingredients from all over the world. (Box of weird mushrooms from China? Check.) Now, Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv launches the Intensive Lifting line, a new formula that targets the signs of aging, making skin firm, lifted, vibrant and luminous. The Re-Nutriv Intensive Lifting Lotion is super-luxe, yet lightweight compared to the crème, so it's perfect for Hawaii's climate. Of course, it still has all the lifting benefits, skin support and key proteins to create healthier and younger looking skin. Magic lotion.

Netflix Queue: HIFF '08 Part 1

Right now is the perfect time to catch up on films from HIFF '08 that you might have missed. Add to you Netflix queue (top left, counter-clockwise): Flow, Let The Right One In, Dirty Hands: The Art and Crimes of David Choe (HIFF '08 Best Documentary Nominee), and Shiro's Head. Actually Shiro's Head isn't available on Netflix (sorry, I kinda tricked you), but you can purchase a copy online. This full-length feature from Guam was written, produced and directed by first-timers, Don and Kel Muña. It was one of my favorite films of HIFF '08.

Switch!

Switch! Tonight, and every Monday night, Flash (Flash and Matty Boy Present) and Russ (Vertical Junkies) make the drinks behind the bar at the V Lounge. Shot. Shot. Shot. Shot. Shot. Shot. Shot. Shot. Darts!

Switch Mondays at the V Lounge, 1344 Kona Street

Bunny Bags

Fifi Lapin is the coolest bunny in the world. (Thanks to Rona of Fighting Eel who introduced me to Fifi back in the day!) She has the best style, she loves clothes, she travels the world, and she has a new collaboration with LeSportsac (Artist in Residence) that I just love! The best is this Snack Sac. I also love the Lunch Date Sac and the Duffles. Fifi's collection has 3 different prints; this one is called "Dress Up." Fifi, can I pay in carrots?

Kaboom!

We started a new tradition this year. The day before Valentine's Day is officially Tequila Day. And the official tequila of choice is Corzo. To really celebrate Tequila Day proper like, we had a 5-course meal paired with various tequila mixed drinks at the Beachhouse at the Moana Surfrider. (Um, this girl had to get schooled quick. I only knew tequila in the form of shot glass with salt and lime.) The dishes were specially prepared using tequila as well (thanks Chef Rodney Uyehara)! Think braised veal over a pork and beans mash paired with an orange-lime-pepper-spicy tequila cocktail. Kaboom! And totally loved the crab, hamachi, and prawn "shots." Oh, and the chocolate lumpia with tequila soaked strawberries. And, the delicious mango puree tequila-tini. Manny Hinojosa, a world-famous mixologist (above, with our super-duper hostess Christa) schooled us on the history of tequila, its place in the culture of Mexico, how it is made, different types, what the hell agave (a.k.a. maguey) is, etc. Whatever, those Corzo bottles are gorgeous! Corzo Silver tequila with basil, lemon and soda = my favorite kaboom of the night. I love February 13, Tequila Day!

R.I.P. Corky

Celebrate and remember Corky Trinidad. Award winner, syndicated, and the only Asian-American editorial cartoonist at a major U.S. metropolitan newspaper (Honolulu Star-Bulletin, since 1969).

I Ain't No Joke

Important Things with Demetri Martin premieres tonight on Comedy Central. Kaboom!

"The Ice Cream Man is Coming...!"

I think I might have discovered the best ice cream ever this winter. Chunks of caramel covered pear and pieces of toasted pecans in a pear flavored base ice cream. (Note: to like this one, you really have to like pears.) With the signature Haagen-Dazs rich and creamy texture, you'll literally put the spoon to your mouth and say, "holy shit." It's that good. Caramelized Pear & Toasted Pecan is a limited edition flavor released around the holiday season. I found it at Foodland Beretania. They might have a few left.

Get Money

Benefit shows for the upcoming Of Montreal show. Support my girl Ara.

The Sign

Punahou Carnival 2009 "Keep It Reel"

Best Signs: Plant Of The Apes (Plants), Indiana Cones (Ice Cream), Taco Libre (Taco Salad, Nachos), Charlie & The Cheeseburger Factory (Hamburgers Ewa)

Honorary Mention: Fantastic Fore (Golf Kiddie Games)

Juicy Fruit

Check out the Fighting Eel Spring '09 Collection at The Butik on Sunday. The fashion show starts at 3:00 PM. Fighting Eel Spring '09 items on the runway will be available for purchase after the show. Signature mini dresses with unique personalities (Agnes, Juicy, Nia, Ocean, Karma, Tennis, and Carly) are featured in a fun candy-colored palette, as well as a cheeky-cute banana print. Staple separates like Bodysuit, Pantalon and Skirt Ryder are must-haves. Spring '09 also features a one-piece (Jumper Rumi) and a few gorgeous long dresses. Super wow.

Fighting Eel Spring '09 Fashion Show

Sunday, February 8, 2009

3:00 PM

The Butik, 1067 Kapiolani Boulevard

C.L. What You Gonna Do?

Shave and save the planet at the same time. This LUSH shaving cream combines fair trade organic shea butter and cupuaca butter, rose absolute, lavender, and organic jojoba to soothe skin and promote skin repair. Also rich in vitamins, acai juice, pumpkinseed oil, rose hip oil and wheatgerm oil–this shaving cream is so good for your skin, you'll want to shave all the time. It's non-lather formula might seem weird at first, but it's an amazing product that will leave your skin super-duper smoooooooth. It will take you there...

LUSH Shave The Planet Shaving Cream, $14.95, LUSH Ala Moana Center