Welcome to "Homemade," a series about getting a taste of our unique Bay Area culture from, well... home. Locals invite us into their homes and teach us how to prepare goods by hand, sharing a piece of ...

There’s something undeniably special about floral leis. They’re not just beautiful—they’re full of meaning, tradition, and love. Whether you’re headed to a birthday bash, baby shower, bridal brunch, ...

HONOLULU (KHON2) — As the islands get ready for May 1, also known as May Day is Lei Day in Hawaiʻi, there’s one tradition that brings everyone together: making and wearing lei. Whether you’re a ...

KSN/KODE — Cultures around the world celebrate milestones in unique ways and a vibrant tradition is making its mark across the Four States. Flower crowns and leis are becoming increasingly popular at ...

Kulua Maui, Artistry8 and + Swag Hawai‘i to offer lei making classes in Makawao. Kaila Rezonable Photo In collaboration with Kulua Maui, Artistry8 and + Swag Hawai’i, a free and fun activity over ...

The Hawaiian lei is known around the world. When visitors arrive on the islands, they're often greeted with one of these garlands made of perfectly blossomed flowers upon arrival. It's an iconic ...

It’s 9:30 a.m. on a sunny day in Honolulu, and Meleana Estes is sitting at her kitchen table, surrounded by flowers. We’re Zooming to discuss her new book, Lei Aloha—a celebration of Hawai‘i’s vibrant ...

Hearing the word "Hawaii" may drum up visions of ocean waves, soft sand and, of course, colorful flower necklaces, known as lei. A fresh flower lei is synonymous with a Hawaiian greeting and is part ...

At graduations across California, graduates' necks will be laden...with leis. Loosely based on the traditional Hawaiian and Pacific Islander garland often made of leaves and flowers, money leis are a ...

Heading to Oahu and want to get a lei when you land? Scroll to learn exactly how to book a lei greeting in Honolulu as well as tips and tricks for making your lei last! This guide to how to book a lei ...