Conversations, Art and Music | Common Ground
Talks, live music, local art and cacao dances bring our Kīlauea community together. Join our newsletter to hear about upcoming North Shore gatherings.
Uncle Jack Gushiken | Common Ground
Remembering Uncle Jack Gushiken, who cared for Kīlauea’s irrigation systems for 60+ years and carried deep knowledge of North Shore plantation history.
Mike Coots | Common Ground
Born and raised on Kauai, Mike Coots turned a shark attack into a life of ocean photography, shark conservation and mentoring adaptive athletes.
Jude “Captain J” Schwarze | Common Ground
Meet Jude “Captain J” Schwarze of Deep Sea Fishing Kauaʻi, a Port Allen captain sharing lessons on the ocean, community and slowing down.
Farm
Meet Broaden
Broaden, successor to the World Policy Institute, joins Common Ground Kauai to connect global policy issues to food, art, and community. Learn more.
Why Regenerative Agriculture Is the Future (And How You Can Experience It in Kauai)
Discover why regenerative agriculture in Kauai is shaping the future of sustainable farming in Hawaii. Explore regenerative food forests, enjoy farm-to-table tours, and experience a fun and educational connection to the island’s land, history, and culture.
How Local Farms are Transforming Hawai‘i’s Food Scene
Explore how local farms on Kaua‘i power Hawai‘i’s farm-to-table future—and how you can experience it firsthand on your next visit.
Building Regenerative Communities
Learn how regenerative agriculture goes beyond soil health to build resilient, connected communities. Explore Common Ground's systems approach.
Farm Apprenticeships
The Power of Farm-to-Table: Why It’s More Than Just a Trend
Discover the true meaning of farm-to-table on Kauai with Common Ground—where fresh, local food meets sustainability, culture, and community.
Agroforestry Connections (Part 2)
Discover how regenerative agroforestry at Common Ground blends tradition, innovation, and biodiversity to cultivate resilient ecosystems.
Agroforestry Connections (Part 1)
Discover how Common Ground’s agroforest blends traditional farming with innovative regenerative practices to build a biodiverse ecosystem.
In Conversation with John Parziale, CG Farm Manager
John Parziale shares how Common Ground is building resilient ag in Hawaiʻi through regenerative farming, ecology, and collaboration.
Regeneration: Because Sustainable Isn’t Enough
Explore why regenerative practices go beyond sustainability, and how Common Ground Kauaʻi is leading with agroforestry, local partnerships, and community resilience.
What to Expect on a Common Ground Kauai Farm Tour
Explore Common Ground Kauai on a farm tour featuring tropical crops, sustainable farming practices, and a delicious farm-to-table meal.
A Celebration of Lei Making & Tradition
Discover the art of lei making at Common Ground Kaua'i. Join our workshops to learn, celebrate tradition, and share the aloha spirit.
Farm Tours at Common Ground
Experience Kauai’s agricultural heritage with a farm tour at Common Ground, featuring agroforestry, canoe crops, and a farm-to-table meal.
Support Your Local Beekeeper
Support local beekeepers on Kauaʻi with raw honey and propolis products that protect bee populations and deliver natural health benefits.
Food
In Conversation with Adam Watten, Director of Food Systems
Our Director of Food Systems on cutting Hawaiʻi’s reliance on imported food, creating farm pportunity, and celebrating what makes Kauai ingredients unique.
Meet our Makers – Edition 2 | Common Ground Marketplace
Meet the Kauai makers behind Secret Harvest herb powders, McPhee's Bees raw honey, Tiny Isle mac nut butter, and more. Shop local Hawaiʻi goods.
Cocktail Making with Slow Island Co. | Common Ground Marketplace
Make a Tequila Turmeric Tonic with Slow Island's turmeric passionfruit elixir and yuzu kosho honey syrup. A bright Kauai holiday cocktail. Get the recipe.
Calling All Hawaii-Based Food Businesses!
Common Ground Kauai's food business accelerator supports Hawaii-grown food and beverage entrepreneurs with funding and mentorship.
The Special Ingredients of Hawaii-Made Honey
Discover why Hawaii-made honey from McPhee's Bees is exceptionally raw and pure, available now at Common Ground Kauai's marketplace.
Meet our Makers – Edition 1
Meet five Kauai-based vendors joining Common Ground's new online marketplace, from sustainable coffee to reef-safe sunscreen. Read their stories.
The Food Innovation Center
Explore Common Ground Kauai's Food Innovation Center, supporting local farmers and food entrepreneurs through accelerator and incubator programs.
Grown in Hawaii: The Give and Take of Guava
Explore the complex story of guava in Hawaiʻi—an invasive plant turned flavorful solution. Learn how eating guava can help ecosystems.
Perfect Pre-Wedding Gatherings: Kauai Welcome Dinners & Rehearsal Dinners
Host an unforgettable welcome or rehearsal dinner in Kauai at Common Ground Kauai. Enjoy a farm-to-table dining experience!
Local Roots, Lasting Impact: Regenerative Agriculture and the Transformation of Kaua‘i’s Food System
Discover the benefits of regenerative farming in Kauai. Explore how Common Ground leads the way in sustainable farming.
Are Invasive Species the New Culinary Hype?
Discover how Hawaii chefs turn invasive deer, boar, and lionfish into sustainable dishes that protect native ecosystems. Explore the trend.
Salt in Hawaii
Discover the tradition of Hawaiian salt, from Hanapēpē’s sacred flats to modern blends like Slow Island’s ocean-grown Kona sea salt.
The Meal Kit Program to Feed Kauai’s Kupuna
Common Ground’s Meal Kit Program delivered 9,600 meals to Kauaʻi’s kūpuna in 2020, supporting local farmers and community resilience.
Hawaii Camellia Sinensis “True Tea” | Common Ground Marketplace
Discover how Hawaii's volcanic soil and climate grow true camellia sinensis tea. Shop Treehouse Teas' Hawaii-grown blends at Common Ground Marketplace.
Seaweed as Savior | Common Ground Marketplace
Discover native limu, Hawaii's culturally vital seaweed, its role in Hawaiian culture and cuisine, and efforts to restore it across the islands.
Venue
Rehearsal Dinners on Kauai: Intimate Gatherings Before the Big Day
Plan a rehearsal dinner on Kauai with farm-sourced menus, open-air dining, and an intimate setting rooted in the land at Common Ground Kauai.
Corporate Team Building Lunches in Kauai: A Fresh Take on Connection
Plan a meaningful corporate team building lunch on Kauai's north shore. Common Ground Kauai offers farm-to-table dining, guided farm walks, and open-air gathering
Hosting Exceptional Corporate Gatherings at Common Ground Kauai
Host executive retreats, team-building events, and corporate dinners at Common Ground. Farm-to-table dining, open-air venues, and cultural experiences.
What Makes Common Ground Great for Kauai Destination Weddings
Host a stress-free, farm-to-table destination wedding in Kauai at Common Ground—private venue, tropical beauty, and in-house catering all in one.
Top Kauai Wedding Venues for Beach, Garden, and Estate Weddings
Discover the best wedding venues on Kauai, from beachfront spots and lush botanical gardens to private estates and mountainside lookouts.
How to Plan the Ultimate Kauai Wedding Weekend
Plan an unforgettable Kauai wedding weekend with welcome dinners, farewell brunches, and guest activities at Common Ground Kauai.
Store
Only in Hawaii: Growing Coffee and Cacao
Hawaiʻi is the only U.S. state to grow cacao and one of two to grow coffee. Discover how farms like Outpost and Lydgate are redefining these crops.
Grown in Hawaii: Why Mangosteen Is the Queen of Fruits
Discover why mangosteen is called the queen of fruits and how Utara Organics uses its antioxidant-rich rind in Kauaʻi-made skincare products.
Gotta Guava Cookie Recipe
Bake tropical sunshine with our Gotta Guava Cookie recipe, featuring Hawaiʻi-made ingredients like POG syrup and chocolate macadamia butter.
Moringa The Miracle Tree
Packed with nutrients and antioxidants, moringa is gaining recognition in Hawaiʻi. Learn about its benefits and local moringa products.
The Benefits of Kava and Easy Ways to Get Them
Discover the cultural roots and calming benefits of kava in Hawaiʻi, plus how to enjoy it through tinctures, teas, and elixirs.
Scents of Modern Hawai’i
Discover the story of Hawaiian sandalwood—from its roots to modern uses in fragrance. Learn how local makers honor this rare, endemic tree.
Events
Kamaʻāina Dinner Party
Lunar New Year – Year of the Horse
Salt * Color
‘ĀLEWA LIVE: The Next Wave of Hawaiian Sound
Talib Kweli Live in Concert
KRNT Studios at Common Ground
Explore KRNT Studios at Common Ground, a creative hub on Kauai hosting artists, murals, workshops, and cultural art experiences.
Visit Kauai
Kauai in September: The Best Things to Do
September is Kauai's sweet spot: warm weather, quieter beaches, Mokihana Festival, and a farm in full abundance. Here's how to spend the month well.
Kauai in October: What to Do, See & Explore
October is one of Kauaʻi's sweetest months — fewer crowds, lush landscapes, and the island at its most alive. Here's how to experience it with intention.
Stone Dam
Hike Kauai’s Wai Koa Loop Trail to historic Stone Dam in Kilauea. A scenic 4.5-mile trail through forests & pastures.
Where To Stay In Kauai: Top Resorts and Vacation Rentals
Discover the best places to stay in Kauai, from luxury resorts in Princeville and Poipu to budget-friendly rentals in Kapa’a and Waimea.
Things to Do in Kilauea, Hawaii
Explore the best things to do in Kilauea, Hawaii—from scenic hikes and historic sites to farm-to-table dining at Common Ground Kauai.