Maui Food And Dining

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If you love to cook Hawaiian, you already know that having the proper tools and cooking utensils is vital for facilitating your next Hawaiian meal masterpiece. We all know that, in order to punch out a great Hawaiian dish that will impress your guests, you must have the tools and ingredients to accomplish it. Here […]

Banana leaves are commonly used in Asian cooking because of the flavorful additions they offer to a variety of foods. It is no wonder, then, that they are also often used in Hawaiian cooking, as the many recipes and foods there have Asian influences. Aside from being an excellent way to prepare and cook many […]

If you’re picturing yourself on a white sand island with beautiful, azure waters, then you must be thinking of Maui.  Hawaiian drinks are fruity, tropical, and well, classically Hawaiian. Here’s a list of our favorite tropical drinks that are either inspired by the Islands or found at your favorite Hawaiian bar and restaurant! Blue Hawaii […]

If you love the thought of surprising your family with classic Hawaiian fare, but you don’t have enough time to slow cook pork and marinade beef, then you’ll love our list of super simple Hawaiian dishes. Our selection of Hawaiian recipes will put you in the relaxed mood of the Islands without the work in […]

While firecrackers ring in the New Year for many across the nation, mochi pounding is a tradition practiced by many in the Japanese community.

It’s no secret that Hawaii is known for its fantastic array of seafood dishes. After all, when you think of a tropical destination, doesn’t fresh seafood come to mind? Well, you may be in for a bit of a surprise if you visit the Islands and take a look at a traditional Hawaiian menu. Although […]

We tend to think of Hawaiian dishes as being from pork or chicken but, thanks to the many cultural influences found in the food of Hawaii, there are also plenty of great beef dishes to try tonight! You will find that many of these dishes have a Japanese flare, and all of them are quite […]

If you’ve begun planning your holiday recipes and the traditional turkey just doesn’t seem as appealing this year, why not add flare to your holiday menu by giving it a local taste of Hawaii! Take a traditional turkey recipe and infuse it with spices and flavors of the Islands and your guests will applaud your […]

Kabocha squash is a popular vegetable grown on the Islands, as it does well during the fall and winter months, when the rainfall begins to subside. Kabocha squash, which is one of the easiest vegetables to grow in Hawaii, is also one of the most delicious. Unlike summer squashes, which may be prone to fruit […]

If you live on the Islands, you no doubt are more than familiar with the beautiful breadfruit, which is a member of the mulberry family. Breadfruit, often referred to as ulu on the Islands, has been a staple of South Pacific diets for thousands of years. Breadfruit trees are large producers, as it is quite […]

What’s not to love about fruit? Well, in addition to their mouth-watering taste, many of them pack quite a punch when it comes to health benefits. The next time you visit your local farmer’s  market or produce section of the grocery store, take a moment to eye up the fruits that you would normally pass […]

Many of us think of chicken and pork dishes when we think of local Hawaiian cuisine, but there are also many desserts that are enjoyed on the Hawaiian Islands, as well. Make your next luau an even more exciting one by creating one or more of these recipes! Best of all, most of these Hawaiian […]

Nothing says Hawaii like pineapple, so why not make it a pineapple night at your house by trying out one of these fantastic Hawaiian pineapple dishes? You can incorporate this fresh fruit into your Hawaiian recipes for the best flavor! Pineapple is always best incorporated into grilled dishes, and it can also be grilled over […]

Pork is a staple of any Hawaiian meal, so it comes as no surprise that there are a number of ways to prepare pork. These Hawaiian pork recipes are delicious and quite easy to prepare! Hawaiian Pork Hash Ingredients One-half pound each pork and shrimp (shrimp is peeled and minced to a paste) One egg […]

Can foods really make a difference in your health? Well, many researchers seem to think so. In fact, some aptly named “super foods” have been proven to lower cholesterol, reduce your risk of heart disease and cancer, and some have even been shown to improve mood and sleeping habits. Instead of popping a pill, it […]

There are many types of traditional Hawaiian foods and recipes to try, but did you also know that there is a great variety of Hawaiian foods to tickle your taste buds? Here is our list of modern Hawaii foods to try: Lau-Lau – A lau lau is an authentic Hawaiian dish that is typically made […]

Because Hawaii boasts pleasant, temperate weather throughout the year, it is no secret that Hawaii produces some of the best foods. From beaches and tropical rain forests to alpine forests and grasslands, Hawaii features the highest number of micro climates in the world for an area its size. In addition, Maui alone has more than […]

If you live in Maui, you probably already know that many of the foods and recipes served are quite uncommon. However, because there are several types of island foods and many different words for describing these dishes, you may have found yourself more than bit confused when it comes to Maui and Hawaii foods. Here […]

Hawaiian dishes may have strange-sounding names, but they all have one thing in common: the delectable taste! Hawaiian foods, because they are influenced by cultures from around the world, including Japanese, Filipino, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese and Puerto Rican cultures, just to name a few, they often feature unique names and uncommon flavor combinations. If you […]