Third Hawai‘I Commercial Rent Survey With New National Data Reinforces Bleak Future And Urgent Need For Relief
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The results of the Third Hawai‘i Commercial Rent Survey with National Overlay show the commercial rent situation continues to worsen for businesses in Hawai‘i and across the country.
A partnership between the Seattle-based Center for Housing Economics, the State of Hawai‘i Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT), National Association of Industrial and Office Properties (NAIOP), and others in Hawai‘i’s business community, expanded its research scope at the end of 2020 to include data from businesses across the United States.
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When the founders of Yoga Room Hawaii opened in October, they knew they faced challenges. What they didn’t know, says Naomi Iwabuchi, a studio co-owner, was the extent of the challenges or how long they would last.
Now, as Honolulu eases operating restrictions on a range of businesses Thursday, fitness clubs like Yoga Room can, well, stretch out a bit. The change means indoor fitness classes can double in size, to nine students plus a teacher from four plus a teacher.
Every semester, students of Leeward Community College’s Culinary Arts program participate in an event which brings a successful (sometimes world-renowned) chef to the campus for a unique learning experience. The “Culinary Assembly” held in partnership with the Hawaiʻi Culinary Education Foundation consists of a live cooking demonstration by a chef, followed by a question and answer portion and closes with the awarding of scholarships.
Chef George “Mavro” Mavrothalassitis
In February, James Beard award-winning chef George “Mavro” Mavrothalassitis thrilled students with his culinary techniques. Chef Mavro prepared Squab en Papillote with Savoy Cabbage and Foie Gras for students on Zoom.
Hotel guests are extending their stays, while some travelers are booking last minute trips. Some from affected areas are canceling reservations or rescheduling trips because their COVID-19 test result