Eat Well

fold, eat, repeat: sushi sandwiches

Courtney Takabayashi

If you’re a fan of eating onigiri, or musubi as we call it in Hawaii, you’re going to love onigirazu. It’s basically a sushi roll in sandwich form! Instead of making it the traditional way, we incorporated the viral foldable tortilla hack from a few years back. The result is a packable, customizable, and delicious meal or snack. Here are some ideas to get you started!

From the Magazine

Take a look at some of the stories that made their way into the spotlight in this season's issue.

keeping dreams alive

Never Quit Dreaming (NQD), was founded in 2018 and was the state’s first noncompetitive sports program for children with disabilities. Kristopher Dung, its founder and executive director, says that sports are deeply ingrained in families’ lives and often used as a pathway to college and careers.

the heartbeat of UH school spirit

From the stands to the football field, the University of Hawaii at Manoa Rainbow Warrior Marching Band brings the spirit to the crowd! The skilled instrument playing, intriciate field formations, and synchronized marching are what the people see. Learn what goes on behind-the-scenes as these nearly 300 students grow in their art while having fun in the stands and becoming a family.

maternal mental health: support and healing

Maternal mental health matters long after delivery. Honolulu pediatrician Jasmine Waipa, M.D., shares her story of loss and how she navigated the journey towards healing. Find out more about her experience and get insights and resources for anyone navigating pregnancy and postpartum mental health.

coming home

“Each night Honolulu city lights. Bring me back again.” – Keola Beamer For many local people, opportunities are found beyond the Pacific Ocean. But it's always good to come back home.

hula is healing

Miss Aloha Hula Jaedyn Pavao feels grateful and honored to be part of a Hawaiian tradition that has been passed down to her through generations. The public health nurse from Kauai talks about continuing a legacy from the late kumu hula Leinaala Jardin, who passed away last year.

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