What is 'Awa?ย 

'Awa is a drink made from the roots and stump of a plant called Piper Methysticum, a relative to black pepper. It has been consumed throughout the South Pacific for over 3,000 years because it is known to promote feelings of calm, well-being, and sociability. It tastes earthy and numbs the tongue slightly. For a deep dive into 'Awa, click the link below!

Island-Style Third Space

Experience the spirit of aloha at 'Awa Hou! Our vibrant space offers a unique blend of culture and community. Engage, relax, and be part of something special. Whether you need to cram for a test or make some new friends, we've got a place for you here!

Fresh Hawaiian 'Awa and Dry Kava

What's the difference? Fresh is from the Big Island and has never been dried, it has a milder taste! Dry comes from all over the South Pacific and has been dried for shelf stability - this means we can get a stronger mix!

Cultural Events and Gatherings

Join us for dynamic events that celebrate diversity. Open mics, Lau Niu weaving workshops, and more! From live music to cultural workshops, there's always something happening at 'Awa Hou! Have an idea for an event? Let us know!

Instagram

We want to aloha all the amazing women paddlers competing in Na Wahine o Ke Kai today! ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿฝโ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿฝ @officialnawahineokekai Stop in anytime TODAY after the race pau, show us your team Jersey, and get 50% off!

Mฤlama kou kino, take care of your body, come have some 'awa! ๐Ÿฅฅโœจ

A heartfelt congratulations to all those paddling in the race, you are an inspiration! ๐Ÿ’–  Also, a huge mahalo to the coaches, escort boat drivers, ohanas, fundraising coordinators, and more.  It takes a village ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿฝ

Na Wahine o ke Kai
-A 41 mile canoe race across the Kaiwi Channel from Molokai to Oahu. ๐ŸŒŠ
-All female crews ranging from 15-65+ years โ™€๏ธ
-Teams from Hawai'i and across the globe ๐ŸŒŽ

Race is broadcasted live on KHON @khonnewsIn a world where some of our brothers, sisters, and 'ohana are being targeted and attacked, we want to you to know, we aloha and welcome anyone and everyone, as long as you enter with good intentions and an open heart. ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿฝ๐Ÿ’–

๐ŸŒฑBecause 'awa is community.
๐ŸŒฑ'Awa is medicine.
๐ŸŒฑ'Awa is connection.
๐ŸŒฑ'Awa is sacred.
๐ŸŒฑAnd so are โœจYOUโœจ

๐Ÿณ๏ธโ€๐ŸŒˆi ola 'oe, i ola au e๐Ÿณ๏ธโ€โšง๏ธ
๐Ÿ™๐Ÿป๐Ÿ™๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿฝ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ™๐ŸฟMahalo nui ia Kumu Kawika for your fantastic presentation/wala'au session.  It was great to talk-story and engage, and we are so grateful to you as well as Dr.Tara and Mahi for supporting! ๐Ÿ’–๐Ÿ™๐ŸฝCome join us for a night of music and drink some Awa with us! We got some sick bands coming in to kick off the first weekend of October! The Event will be 18+ with no cover and donation based. If you would like to support the venue and the bandโ€ฆ A $10 donation will get you 1 free awa drink ticket! Special thanks to @jalousiesss @neoprene_the_band @mopheadmusicWe are so stoked to welcome back Mahi La Pierre @mahimaunaluaboy ! This time around he'll be leading an 'apu-making experience.  Come on down, and join us in learning!  Get here early, supplies are limited.

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Sunday Sept 28th, 2p-4p

Mahalo nui Mahi, for sharing your 'ike with us ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿฝโœจโœจ E Ola Ka 'ลŒlelo Hawai'i! โœจ

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Saturday Sept 20th, 10a-3p

๐Ÿ“Kula Kaiapuni 'o ฤ€nuenue
2528 10th Ave, Honolulu
(Back of Palolo valley)

Huuuuui Honolulu!  We are honored to be a part of Eo Kahalaopuna @eokahalaopuna, an annual fundraiser event for Punanaleo o Mฤnoa and Kula Kaiapuni ฤ€nuenue, 2 Hawaiian immersion schools here.  We'll be vending at this fun event, with a special event pricing of $5/'apu!

Please come down and support!  Plenty vendors selling all kine goodies, food trucks, screen printing, live music, keiki activities, and more!

Ps, did you see the items in their live and silent auction?? Omgggg ๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿคค check out their IG page for a preview of items and make sure to sign up to bid! โœจ