Kalua pork (also called kalua pig) is a Hawaiian dish. It’s traditionally made from a whole pig roasted underground. But now you can prepare kalua pork at home in the oven or with an Instant Pot / pressure cooker. Super easy, just 3 ingredients! What is Kalua Pig / Kalua Pork? It’s roast pig! Kalua …
Okazuyas are old school delicatessens offering local Japanese dishes. They are a key part of Hawaii food culture. Point and choose, your meal is packed to-go. What Is An Okazuya? An okazuya is a local-style Japanese delicatessen. The work okazuya comes from: Okazu – the Japanese word for side dish Ya – the Japanese word …
Canoe Plants are the 24 original plants the Polynesian voyagers brought to Hawaii centuries ago. They’re an important (and delicious) part of modern Hawaii life. What Are Canoe Plants? Do you know about the Hawaiian Canoe Plants? They are are an often overlooked part of Hawaii’s history! Hawaiian Canoe Plants are important because it set …
Hawaiian sweet potato (also known as Okinawan sweet potato) is a staple ingredient in Hawaii. Famous for its vibrant purple color and numerous health benefits, this sweet potato is featured in many Hawaii dishes! What Is Hawaiian Sweet Potato? Have you meant the Hawaiian Sweet Potato (aka Okinawan Sweet Potato)? This beautiful purple potato is …
Plate Lunch consists of popular Hawaii dishes like chicken katsu, shoyu chicken, hamburger steak, along with scoops of rice and mac salad…all in one big plate. Here’s everything you need to know about Plate Lunch and where to eat it. What Is Plate Lunch? Plate Lunch is a classic Hawaii meal. The typical plate lunch …
Korean Plate Lunch is a type of Plate Lunch, one that features Korean dishes like kalbi, meat jun, japchae, and much more! Here’s everything you need to know about Korean Plate Lunch and where to eat it. Korean Plate Lunch In Hawaii We learned all about Local Plate Lunch and Hawaiian Plate Lunch. Today we’re …
Hawaiian Plate Lunch is a type of Plate Lunch, one that features traditional Hawaiian dishes like lomi lomi salmon, pipikaula, poi, and much more! Here’s everything you need to know Hawaiian Plate Lunch, where to eat it, and how to make it at home. Plate Lunch In Hawaii If you’ve visited Hawaii, you’ve probably come …
Pipikaula is a savory Hawaiian dish made of seasoned and semi-dried beef (pan-fry hot to serve). This is the story of pipikaula in Hawaii and where to eat it. Plus an easy recipe for a homemade pipikaula! What Is Pipikaula? Pipikaula is a Hawaiian dish (not a local Hawaii dish – here’s the difference). It …
Hawaii is rich with chocolate. From boutique brands that grow and make chocolate, to brands famous for chocolate macadamia nuts, these are the chocolates that locals love. Hawaii Chocolates Hawaii is popular for growing pineapple and coffee, but did you know that Hawaii is one of the only places in the US that can also …
Whether you’re a first time visitor or a Hawaii local, these are some very interesting, unexpected, and fun facts about our favorite place in the world: Hawaii! Hawaii Fun Facts Beautiful beaches and sunshine aside, Hawaii has a remarkable history and story. Let’s start with 8 fascinating facts. I’ll keep adding to this post weekly …
We love good snacks in Hawaii. From Hawaiian Hurricane Popcorn to Li Hing Mui Gummy bears, these are the best Hawaii snacks you can order online. Snacks In Hawaii Snacks are a big thing in Hawaii. As kids in elementary school, different friends were known for different snacks. I knew that when we went to …
We have many different types of donuts in Hawaii. Traditional American donuts are not as popular, but we love poi donuts, mochi donuts, malasadas, andagi, and much more! Malasadas from Leonard’s Bakery Donuts in Hawaii Whether you spell it donuts or doughnuts…all you needs to know is that we have great ones in Hawaii! We …