Baked Purple Taro with Kale
This three ingredient lunch is a snap to prepare on a busy afternoon in Maui, using more of our tropical farmer's market produce from down the…
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Hawaii: Free Hulu Show in Lahaina
Last time I was in Maui, we went to the very elegant Old Lahaina Luau - complete with tropical drinks, leis, pit-roasted pork and lots of…
Hawaii: Mango Macadamia Scones with Calamansi and Ginger
Continuing our theme of working through the local Hawaiian produce: I made mango scones for breakfast on Sunday morning. Given that I'm not much a…
Decorating a Tropical Home with Knotty Pine Paneling
We have LOVED staying at Haley's place in Kihei for these past few weeks. Having a real house - with a cat even - makes…
Hawaii: Shopping at Native Intelligence in Wailuku
Rob and I stumbled across a very cool store in Wailuku: Native Intelligence opened 5 years ago with a mission of promoting Hawaiian culture and artisans.…
Hawaii: Papaya, Passion Fruit and Macadamia Granola Yogurt Parfait
I started chipping away at all that tropical fruit on Saturday morning with an impromptu yogurt parfait made with the flavors of Maui. The challenge:…
Hawaii: Kepaniwai Heritage Gardens
Outside the gates to Ioa Valley State Park is a fun free park that celebrates Hawaii's diverse emigrant cultures. Even the Korean statues are fun…
Hawaii: Hike Ioa Valley State Park
We took the day off from the beach and headed to the hills for a short hike around Maui's Ioa Valley State Park. The entrance…
Hawaii: The WIld and Wonderful Farm Stand Produce Found in Maui
How well do you know your tropical produce? Can you identify all 13 of these fresh fruits and vegetables from the local produce market in…
Hawaii: Make your Own Opah Tataki
I cut up my toes on a rock while snorkeling at the beach today, so instead of our usual badminton match at sunset I made…