“Broke Da Mouth”
Putting yourself in another person’s shoes is the cornerstone of hospitality. I’ve found one of the most effective ways to do so is being able to communicate to someone in their native tongue. Read more
Recipes
Browse food and drink recipes for every occasion featuring Hawaii chefs and home cooks, and popular recipes from The New York Times.
Flavorful noodles
Glass noodles — also called cellophane noodles — get their lovely name from the way they turn translucent once they are cooked. Read more
At-Home Korean Appetizer
One of the best things about eating at a Korean restaurant are the appetizers called banchan. Various vegetables are cooked and seasoned, then served cold or at room temperature. Read more
Delicious, Simple Simmered Fish
We often forget about a delicious Japanese way of cooking fish. Simmering whole fish or fish filets in a flavorful sauce is called nitsuke. Read more
Cozy veggie-filled soup
Mung beans are a member of the food group known as pulses, the dried seeds of legumes. They provide protein, fiber, minerals and vitamins, and are easily digestible. Read more
Wholesome, filling Meal
This recipe calls for cannellini beans, a favorite ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine. Read more
Celebration of filipino food culture
Filipino food will be celebrated at the Filipino Fiesta Celebration May 3 at the Filipino Community Center. Read more
Quick, Easy Cauliflower Prep
This recipe includes a good tip for handling fresh cauliflower straight from the store: Blanch it. Right away. Read more
A Comforting Stew
Dal is a classic Indian dish, a light stew that varies in character from region to region, family to family. It shares its name with its main ingredient — dal, the Sanskrit word for “split,” referring to lentils, beans or peas, all of which are often split in two tiny halves. Read more
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A No-Fry eggplant Parmesan
This easy eggplant recipe is fast and not oily. In Italy, it is called parmigiana. In America, we call it Parmesan, after the cheese. This recipe is not the traditional parmigiana, as the eggplant is not breaded. Read more
An Old-Time Favorite
This four-ingredient dinner can be ready before 30 minutes are up and is an old-fashioned Hawaii favorite. Read more
Proof is in the pudding
Are you a chocolate fan? Are you also a coconut fan? If so, this yummy chocolate pudding with a touch of coconut is for you. Read more
Cool Beans
One thing I feel lucky to have never subscribed to is the power of cooking to lure someone in. Read more
Celebrate with this savory soup
Kimi Kehau of Pearl City loves to cook for parties. Read more
Bring on the heat
Some like it hot. This version of mapo tofu fits the bill — it’s very spicy and so very delicious. Read more
A treat for the senses
This delicious dish is quite simple to prepare, yet offers a rich array of colors, aromas and textures, including chewy tapioca pearls. Read more
What’s in a name?
In Romeo and Juliet, Shakespeare says, “A rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” Read more
Savory sensation
Using a bit of oil, garlic powder, liquid aminos and lemon juice will produce a savory dish of asparagus. Read more
A refreshing dessert
You’ll spend just minutes putting together this beautiful dessert Read more
Let’s get zesty
The best way to get into the good habit of eating more whole grains is to get some into your pantry and learn some uber-easy ways to prepare them. Read more
A dessert so sweet, it’s the best thing
My son recently played some pop hits with his band class for Valentine’s Day Read more
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