Ready to drop in on adventure and luxury? Honolulu’s beloved boutique hotel in the heart of Waikiki always offers the most innovative seasonal deals. And, the Parc’s winter perks fall no less short of haute with the sizzling, new Parc Chic Surf Lifestyle Package.

For this mouthwatering piece, I’ve decided to go all-Greek because Hawaii’s climate is ideal for a Mediterranean diet filled with fresh vegetables, fish, yogurts, oils, spreads and unleavened breads. We’re also fortunate enough here in the Islands to have some truly authentic spots to get your Greek on. Got a craving for Slovaki, Spanokopita or Tyropita? Check out: Opa! The Top 5 Mediterranean Restaurants in Hawaii.

Longing to catch a star-studded line-up of entertainment all weekend long? Look no further. We’ve got you covered. Coming up this weekend, we have a stellar selection of must-attend events featuring celeb DJ Mark Moreno (for your dancing feet) as well as celeb Garden Isle chef Jean-George (for your taste buds). Cast your gaze below at these heavenly haute weekend happenings.

Love a good glass of wine while out to dine but sometimes get stumped with the bevy of choices on a restaurants menu? Or ever get sent to the grocery store to grab a bottle of wine to only become perplexed in deciphering the good from the bad. I know Well, Nirvino iPhone applications are here to help you choose that perfect wine when you need it most. And, the concept was conceived from locally born grape girl, Meliana James.

If you think that Hawaii’s only mainstay culinary options include hefty plate lunches, Spam musubi and succulent Kahlua pig, you’re wrong. On the contrary, the island’s are overflowing with fresh fruits, locally grown vegetables and many healthy whole food options. As a former vegetarian myself, I’m very familiar with the best places in paradise to get your veggie on. Local health nuts, let me introduce you to the Top 5 Veggie Restaurants in Hawaii.

Still recovering from Halloween and up for a more mellow weekend ahead? Well, I’ve got just the low-key picks for you. This and every Thursday at The Waikiki Edition Hotel watch a film under the stars at the Private Sunset Beach Pool. On Saturday, over at the Kahala Hotel & Resort enjoy the latest innovative culinary walk-a-about featuring food on sticks. And, finally, indulge in a low-stress way to navigate around First Friday. This weekend’s Haute Weekend Happenings are all about stress free fun.

One tapa, two tapas, three tapas, four…There’s nothing better than grabbing your fave group of foodies for a night of sampling sharable plates. I for one, love combining a variety of small portions to make a satisfying meal full of dynamic flavor. And, the tapas selection in Hawaii is absolutely International. In the mood to play taste tester? Check out the Top 5 Tapa Spots in Hawaii here:

‘Tis the season for party planning, hopping and hosting. And, although “theming”, decorating and designing your own holiday soiree can be a blast, sometimes you simply need the aid of a pro. There’s no local expert better to turn to for your event coordinating needs than master of his trade, Steven Boyle, Hawaii’s event innovator and owner of Current Affairs. Current Affairs is Honolulu’s premiere full-service event planning and production company known for their exquisite and impeccable taste.

Kristin Jackson has a varied background, offering full-service marketing, advertising and public relations consulting to a wide-range clients in the retail, commercial and entertainment industries. As owner of Jackson INK, she has represented prominent non-profit organizations, famed show Baywatch Hawaii, and was the Unit Publicist for the hit show, LOST. Select current clients include Ballet Hawaii, Hawaii Theater and Morimoto Waikiki. Through her well-known clients and their complimenting events alone, Jackson certainly knows what’s haute in Hawaii.