Ecolicious is their bag
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O'ahu artists (and married couple) Carol D'Angelo and Dexter Doi were inspired by the designer shopping bags springing up in London, Los Angeles and New York. Created to replace the plastic shopping bag, the eco-friendly concept has been catching on, big time. But could they be done on the cheap? The artists silk-screened simple line graphics of their paintings onto 100-percent canvas bags. Doi's design depicts playful koi in a lily pond, with the message: "liquid vitality" to promote pristine water. D'Angelo's bag is a graphic representation of a tropical garden with an exotic bird and the message: "nurture nature."
Ecolicious bags cost $24 and are sold at Global Village in Kailua, Gallery Haiku in Windward Mall, Hawai'i Moon Gift Shop in Hale'iwa, Blue Buddha in Kaka'ako, Under a Hula Moon in Kailua and Ward Centre and The Place in Ward Warehouse.
— Paula Rath
SALES & BARGAINS
— Pualana Lemelle
MORE THAN A COSMO
When Christian Self makes a cocktail, he's making a drinkable work of art. The specialty cocktails at thirtyninehotel aren't your average pre-made Long Island iced tea mix. It's the real stuff consisting of fresh juices, fruit and even an ingredient that makes your martini iridescent and glittery. Each signature drink is his own recipe — combining fine liquors with fresh produce like berries, basil, cucumber or other exotic tastes.
"We get most of our produce right here in Chinatown," said Self. "Gelareh (Khoie, owner of thirtyninehotel) has a vision of this space to be creative; she really allows me to be free to create with the bar."
Sounds expensive? Order during happy hour, when the specialty and signature cocktails drop to $5; thirtyninehotel Multimedia Space, 599-2552; happy hour is at 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays.
— Lacy Matsumoto
A STUDENT AFFAIR
We all strive to be good citizens, whether buying huli-huli chicken tickets or getting a car wash to help a local organization. The senior class of Mid-Pacific Institute grouped together to organize and perform a fundraiser for the American Red Cross in a truly artful way.
Twenty-three artists will showcase their photography, paintings and mixed media as visual entertainment. Plus, 15 students have put together a fashion show with donated clothing by local boutiques Dig Lifestyle, Kicks Hawaii, Alterego and In4mation. Music will be led by a student-composed band.
It all happens 4 p.m. First Friday on April 4 at LOFT, 115 Hotel St.
— L.M.
WINE, DINE AND DANCE
EXPERIENCED?
Whether you're a wine connoisseur or you just like to try new things, wine tastings can be an adventurous experience. On Friday at Nick's Fishmarket, the restaurant will pump up the volume with "Are You Experienced," a six-course wine-tasting along with a pupu bar and live music by Hawai'i indie-jazz faves Tempo Valley.
Wine-tasting 6-10 p.m.; live music 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m.; $35 for wine, food and dancing, $10 for music only.
Nick's Fishmarket, 2070 Kalakaua Ave.; 955-6333.
— L.M.
EVENT
FOOTWEAR FETISH
If you have a passion for shoes, then the Shoe Diva event is the perfect fit for you. Hey, it's a new season, the perfect excuse for new flats, a strappy heel or the newest designer wedge! Enjoy refreshments, cocktails and music as you try on the latest in footwear fashion. Best of all, it's free! Join the divas at Macy's Ala Moana, 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday. Reservations are required: 945-6427.
— L.M.
