Art by Sachiko
Kaelyn Okuhata (UH Mānoa)
As a Gosei, Kaelyn Okuhata utilizes motifs and themes form her upbringing in various community spaces as inspiration.
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Aunty Kendra’s
Kendra Wong (Kapiʻolani CC & ʻĀina to Mākeke - Cohort 6)
Formerly Ken's Korner, Aunty Kendra's shares the authentic flavors of Hawaii from its Kailua kitchen. It is home to li hing sauce and candy.
BeerLab Hawaii
Nick Wong (Kapi'olani CC) & Kailey Wong (UH Mānoa)
Beer Lab HI was founded in Honolulu in 2015. The brewery focuses on creating great beer brewed in Hawai‘i for Hawai‘i.
Bite Logic
Mari Wills (Kapi'olani CC & UH Mānoa)
Bite Logic blends nutrition and food innovation to help your ideas come true. From nutrition labels and analysis to recipe development and menu upgrades, Bite Logic turns good food into great food that is both delicious and nourishing.
Choco leʻa
Erin Kanno Uehara (UH Mānoa)
Choco leʻa is a small business located in Honolulu, Hawai'i that specializes in creating artisan dark chocolates made with high quality and local ingredients. Everything is made fresh on-site in their Mānoa Valley kitchen.
David Shepard Hawaiʻi
David Shepard (UH Mānoa)
David Shepard Hawaiʻi is a Hawaiian wear design company featuring hand-drawn, realistic fabric art of native flora and fauna. Printed onto natural fiber fabrics, Shepard's art forms the basis for sustainable and meaningful clothing.
Hawaii Confectionery
Jaimie Farinas (UH Mānoa)
Serving up a mouthwatering lineup of tropical fruit gummies hand-mixed with a signature li hing and lemon peel blend.
Hawaiian Pie Co.
Andrew Chun-Hori (UH Mānoa)
Hawaiian Pie Co.'s tradition spans four generations, serving 3-pound pies filled with butter and happiness. Pick up a freshly baked pie or a frozen, ready-to-bake one, for baking enthusiasts and travelers looking to take something special to another part of the world.
Huff n Puff
Branen Yamamoto (UH Mānoa)
Traditional okoshi snacks with a local twist, made with bold flavors, premium ingredients, and the perfect crisp in every bite.
Kai Vodka
Amy Bender (UH Mānoa)
Kai Vodka is a Honolulu-based, father-daughter company, blending the spirit of the Pacific Rim with ultra-premium rice-based vodka and shochu crafted in Vietnam. It’s known for its fruit-forward flavors and award-winning quality.
Kailua Honey
Shiyana Thenabadu (UH Mānoa)
Kailua Honey highlights the healing power of local Hawaiian honey through artisanal infusions, loose leaf tea blends, and beeswax-based skincare. Rooted in sustainability, we’re more than just honey—our boutique also features eco-friendly, locally designed home goods like towels and Swedish dishcloths.
Kapa Hale
Keaka Lee (Kapi'olani CC)
Kapa Hale is a neighborhood eatery in Kahala serving brunch, lunch, and dinner. It has a modern take on Hawai'i regional cuisine, highlighting local farmers and ranchers.
Little Plum/Uncle Paul’s Corner Store
Casey Kusaka (Kapi'olani CC)
Little Plum and Uncle Paul's Corner Store are creations by restaurant group Lovers + Fighters. Little Plum serves contemporary Asian fusion dishes with a cozy ambiance. Uncle Paul's Corner Store is a thoughtfully curated shop offering fine wines, artisanal foods, and unique gifts.
Makanai
Sylvia Kondo Akaka (UH Mānoa)
Makanai is an all-day cafe in Makiki serving artisan coffee and Japanese-inspired sandos by day and elegant wine and sake by night.
Mari’s Garden
Brendon Lau (UH Mānoa)
Mari's Garden supplies locally grown produce and plants using aquaponic and hydroponic growing techniques to produce high quality products. Its goal is to promote sustainable living, urban farming, and buying local.
Old Queen Street Stadium
Kevin Faller (UH Mānoa & Leeward CC), Chester Sebastian (UH Mānoa & Honolulu CC), & Kevin Sebastian (UH West Oahu & Honolulu CC)
Old Queen Street Stadium is Hawai‘i’s premium vintage clothing museum and giftshop featuring nostalgic pieces from today’s past and tomorrow’s present.
Pili Group
Mark Noguchi (Kapi'olani CC) & Rayce Kam (Kapi'olani CC)
Pili Group is a diverse and passionate family of cooks, educators, and community organizers. Though catering and events, culinary classes and community workdays it is working to build a better Hawai'i and beyond.
Pono Potions
Peter Hessler (UH Mānoa)
Pono Potions is a line of natural, hand-crafted cocktail and coffee flavorings to infuse in your home beverages. It strives to promote the local agriculture and economy in Hawai'i by sourcing all flavor elements from around the state.
Pop Culture Artisan Pops
Justin Udom (Kapi'olani CC & ʻĀina to Mākeke - Cohort 3)
Pop Culture Artisan Pops combines innovative flavor profiles with locally-sourced, natural ingredients from community farmers.
Ports + Paws
Erin Minaya (UH Mānoa)
Ports + Paws creates high quality products for you and your pup that represent a modern, authentic Hawai‘i.
Premier Barbershop
Kellan Briones (UH Mānoa)
Voted Honolulu's #1 barbershop in 2018 and 2019, Premier Barbershop Hawai‘i has you covered if you're looking for a new look, fresh style, or simply a cleanup.
Rainbow Drive-In
Chris Iwamura (UH Mānoa) & Crystine Ito (UH Mānoa)
Family owned and operated since 1961, Rainbow Drive-In has received national and international recognition. Every day, locals and visitors from around the world dine at the restaurant for Hawai‘i-style plate lunch.
Red Thread Artistry
Elyse Bojorquez (Kapi'olani CC & UH Mānoa)
Handmade Hawaii inspired pikake jewelry made on Oahu, including necklaces, earrings, and bracelets in 14K gold filled and sterling silver with mother of pearl.
Summer Club
Larissa Nordyke (UH Mānoa) & Jennifer Binney (UH Mānoa)
Summer Club is a female-owned, Hawai'i-founded family of spritzers made with real juices and premium ingredients. Whether you're lounging poolside, toes in the sand, or simply under the summer sun, these drinks are your passport to an endless summer.
Sweet Enemy Clothing
Drew Honda (UH Mānoa)
Sweet Enemy Clothing is a streetwear brand founded in 2013 in honor of a woman named Rose. The slogan "Never Forget The Reason" brings honor to all those who aren't here with us today.
Ten Tomorrow
Summer Shiigi (UH Mānoa)
TEN TOMORROW is a modern resort brand based in Honolulu, Hawai‘i and draws inspiration from the tropical locale. Its designed for comfort and versatility with a subtle print or pop of color.
The Lei Stand
Ryan Kalei Tsuji (UH Mānoa)
A Chinatown classic with a new home at Romer House. Neighborhood cocktail bar and lounge, The Lei Stand, grows its roots in Waikīkī with fresh new digs, beloved old favorites and a celebration of Hawai‘i's beauty and traditions through modern mixology, snackable bites and tales of aloha and flowers.
The Pau Hana Co.
Alyssa Yafuso (UH West ʻOahu & ʻĀina to Mākeke - Cohort 2)
The Pau Hana Co. creates alcohol-free handcrafted drink mixers with fresh fruit from local farms whenever possible and no preservatives, artificial flavors, or artificial sweetners.
Wailana Hawaiʻi Art
Kawai Hong (UH Mānoa)
Wailana Hawaiʻi Art creates sustainable art with a mission to give back to the communities around us. The product is an expression of creativity, culture, and connection to the ocean.
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