Where to Shop on Kauai, Hawaii

For the finest glass art on Kauai, be sure to stop by Kela's Glass Gallery in Kapaa. Now in their new location across from the Kapaa sports field, Kela's offers individually, hand-crafted glass made by domestic artists, including 15 from local artists. The owners pride themselves on selling no foreign imports.

You have make the long journey to the islands and now you are ready to have fun. If you are staying at Honu Point you will find many pieces of snorkeling gear and other equipment ready for your use in the garage.

If you are lucky enough to be on the North Shore of Kauai on the second Sunday or last Saturday of the month, you are in for a treat. Local venders bring their islandmade items and set up tents to sell directly to you.

Many guests of Honu Point ask where to buy organic groceries on Kauai and my suggestion is always Harvest Market in Hanalei. Harvest Market Hanalei was established in September 2010 as THE source of locally grown and certified organic produce, groceries, ready to eat foods from the deli, supplements and body care products on Kauai's north shore.

Are you wondering where to shop in Kauai for locally made items? It's hard to beat Banana Patch Studio where 90% of the items they sell are made in Hawaii. Kauai artist, Joanna Carolan, started Banana Patch Studio in 1991. Initially a one-woman operation, Banana Patch Studio now employs over 20 artists, all creating unique tiles, pottery and fine art.

If you are wondering where to shop in Kauai for fine wines and other delicacies, there is no better place than the Princeville Wine Market. Princeville Wine Market opened seven years ago as a boutique wine store featuring smaller production wines, specialty liquors and craft beers.

Island Soap & Candle Works was established in the sleepy town of Kekaha, on the west side of Kauai, in 1984. What began as a small line of handmade soaps has expanded to become a full line of natural Hawaiian Island Botanical lotions, beeswax candles, lip balms, salves and other gift items. Over time, island visitors began making requests to come and see how the products were made.

Nothing like an organic cold pressed juice to quench your thirst on Kauai! In the town of Kilauea, just south of Princeville, is the open and airy Kauai Juice Co. Here you will find unusual combinations of fruit, vegetables and herbs mixed to perfection. They will tingle your tastebuds and aid in your health.

As you can tell from the photo we grow things large on the island of Kauai. This avocado happens to be from my own yard rather than from a Farmers Market; I know, lucky me! The good news is I'm willing to share.