A flavorful side
Keeping edamame noodles in your pantry and frozen edamame in your freezer allows you to put this dish together whenever you see super-fresh mustard cabbage in the market. 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.
The ultimate combo
Do you sometimes want a sweet treat without too much effort? Remember that store-bought cake mixes are fast to prepare. Baking cupcakes instead of a whole cake makes the time even shorter. Read more
Superhero Hospitality
During a recent visit, my primary care physician and high school friend asked me, “Do you know what your secret superpower is?” Read more
Savory sausages
The combination of savory sausages, sweet peppers and tender potatoes is an Italian classic. Pork sausage links, peppers, potatoes and onions are quickly pan fried with a touch of oil at high heat before going into the oven. Read more
A comforting curry
Living in Hawaii, we don’t get to experience the cyclical changes of the seasons. Yet, the air is definitely cooler, and the nights are longer. Read more
A twist on pumpkin pie
I couldn’t let pumpkin season get away without revisiting my favorite: pumpkin pie. I always do the traditional pumpkin, but if you’re looking for something to compete against others on the table, consider this pudding-style version. Read more
A savory soup
The trio of beans, corn and pumpkin is known as the Three Sisters in Native American lore. The ingredients star in this soup that would be an ideal vegan dish for the Thanksgiving table. Read more
A delicious combination
Eddie Flores Jr. is well-known as the co-founder of the popular L&L Hawaiian Barbecue. At home, he cooks a dish for his wife Elaine not offered at his restaurants: a healthy Filipino classic dish. Read more
A medley of veggies
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A must-try marinara
Tofu and quinoa provide texture and a protein punch in this mushroom marinara. Read more
The Golden Rule
Hospitality has a lot to do with culture. I’m talking about your home culture and the culture of your community. Read more
A refreshing salad
Many northern Chinese restaurants serve a refreshing raw cucumber salad. The cool texture is a wonderful contrast to spicy-hot dishes. Read more
Simple Shabu Shabu
Eating meat and vegetables in the hot pot style seems to be popular with all ages Read more
A Loaded Sammie
Chickpeas provide a rich source of protein, making them a popular go-to for those on meat-free diets Read more
Let’s get nutty
This recipe produces a nut-and-seed-laden snack that is fairly simple to make. It bears the colors of fall, with green pumpkin seeds, red cranberries and golden toasted nuts. Read more
A Tasty Tofu Side
Keep a package of Asian-style vegetables in your freezer and a block of firm tofu in the fridge and you’ll be able to quickly put together this easy meal at any time. Read more
Getting to the root of things
East Honolulu resident Sammie Mina cooks this appetizer often for her husband, Rudy, as it is one of his most requested dishes. She learned the recipe from her mother, Yang Ae Yee, in Seoul Read more
An ‘Eve’-ning to remember
Eve Ala Moana, Hawaii’s newest premier nightlife destination, is holding its grand opening at the former Vintage Cave location at Ala Moana Center on Oct. 18 Read more
A Quick Fix(e)
Prix-fixe menus are becoming more popular — and it’s easy to see why. They take the guesswork out of ordering, and you can try some of the eatery’s bestselling dishes. Check out these selections: Read more
Food, Fun For Everyone
Fall is arguably the best time of year. Not because of pumpkin spice but because football, baseball and basketball (and hockey, but I don’t indulge) converge into a trifecta of sports perfection. Read more
Growing Solutions for Tomorrow
World Food Day, designated by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization in 1979, is observed annually on Oct. 16. Read more
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