September 25, 2017
Tropical Tribe
There’s no doubt that acai has been trending in recent years, not just in Hawaii, but also around the world. You can have the popular berry, which only grows in the humid Amazonian rainforest, in the form of an acai…
October 25, 2015
Tropical Tribe
What once was a lunch wagon, now operates as a full-service shop serving the very best of sweet acai bowl specialties to locals and tourists alike. Named after native Brazilian tribes that first created the acai bowl, Tropical Tribe has…
February 2, 2014
Tropical Tribe
A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: TROPICAL TRIBE BOWL WITH TROPICAL TOPPING ($5.50 SMALL, $7.50 REGULAR, $9 LARGE; ADD $1.70 FOR TROPICAL TOPPING) What began as a small business run from a food truck on Kapiolani Boulevard, Tropical…
January 5, 2014
Tropical Tribe
“Oh-oh-oh it’s magic… you knooooooow!” The catchy tune from the musical group Pilot pops into mind as I begin this week’s interview and am regaled with fascinating stories of ancient Amazon lore, glorious guarana … and acai. Yes, from the…
December 8, 2013
Tropical Tribe
From humble beginnings running a quaint lunch wagon on Kapiolani Boulevard to now operating a full-service shop from inside Discovery Bay Center, Tropical Tribe has quickly become the gold standard for quality acai bowls, shakes and drinks. Made from a…
January 6, 2013
Tropical Tribe
After spending 2012 growing its loyal customer base, Tropical Tribe will transition to a new location from which it will continue serving a host of quality acai in 2013. “Jan. 31 will be the last day in this parking lot…
