The Flavor of Hawaii


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A Taste of Hawaii


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"If one's itinerary doesn't include that particular jaunt to Hawaii this year, "A Taste of Hawaii" can bring some of the tantalizing tastes to the home kitchen."--"Chicago Tribune." Includes 25 delicious and exotic recipes from the Pacific Rim. 50 full-color photos.




The Flavors of Hawaii


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Hawaii Cooks


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For five seasons, Roy Yamaguchi has explored the ingredients and growers of Hawaii on his public television show, Hawaii Cooks with Roy Yamaguchi. Now, in a companion volume to the sixth season, he brings his rich culinary discoveries to home kitchens. In HAWAII COOKS, Roy introduces a comprehensive pantry that describes his favorite ingredients in detail and carefully explains how flavors, textures, and colors play off and complement each other on the plate. As a classically trained chef, Roy combines fresh, Hawaiian-grown ingredients with French cooking techniques to produce a mouthwatering collection of recipes with eastern and western influences. Recipes such as Crab and Taro Cakes with B?©arnaise Sauce, Lamb Steaks with Sweet Potato Mash and Apple-Curry Sauce, and Crab with Vanilla Sauce pack an unexpected punch in every delicious bite, bringing out the flavors of ingredients in ways that only Roy can. The companion book to Roy Yamaguchi'¬?s sixth season of Hawaii Cooks with Roy Yamaguchi, broadcast on public television. Includes an in-depth pantry section that comprises nearly a quarter of the book, a detailed description of Roy'¬?s cooking style, and 60 of Roy'¬?s signature recipes. Features full-color ingredient and styled food photography.Roy received the 1993 James Beard Foundation Award for Best Chef: Pacific Northwest.




Flavors of Hawaii


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Whether you have treasured memories of Hawaii, or just dream about being there someday, you can feast Hawaiian style by preparing detectable meals from Flavors of Hawaii in your own home. This impressive book is a 1999 Regional Winner of the Tabasco Community Cookbook Award. It features artwork by noted Hawaiian artist Alfred Furtado, which captures the essence of the beautiful Hawaiian islands. The authors have conveniently provided a substitution index for hard-to-find ingredients, and all recipes have been fully tested by members of the Child & Family Service Guild. Proceeds will benefit families and children in crisis across the Hawaiian Islands.




Cook Real Hawai'i


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The story of Hawaiian cooking, by a two-time Top Chef finalist and Fan Favorite, through 100 recipes that embody the beautiful cross-cultural exchange of the islands. ONE OF THE TEN BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR: The New Yorker • ONE OF THE BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR: The New York Times, The Washington Post, NPR, Taste of Home, Vice, Serious Eats Even when he was winning accolades and adulation for his cooking, two-time Top Chef finalist Sheldon Simeon decided to drop what he thought he was supposed to cook as a chef. He dedicated himself instead to the local Hawai‘i food that feeds his ‘ohana—his family and neighbors. With uncomplicated, flavor-forward recipes, he shows us the many cultures that have come to create the cuisine of his beloved home: the native Hawaiian traditions, Japanese influences, Chinese cooking techniques, and dynamic Korean, Portuguese, and Filipino flavors that are closest to his heart. Through stunning photography, poignant stories, and dishes like wok-fried poke, pork dumplings made with biscuit dough, crispy cauliflower katsu, and charred huli-huli chicken slicked with a sweet-savory butter glaze, Cook Real Hawai‘i will bring a true taste of the cookouts, homes, and iconic mom and pop shops of Hawai‘i into your kitchen.




Ethnic Culinary Herbs


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Cilantro, lemon grass, and ginger root provide the distinctive flavor of many Asian and Pacific Rim dishes. In Hawai'i these herbs are used in everyday cooking as well as in the elaborate cuisine created by some of the Island's most innovative chefs. Yet even in Hawai'i, people find it difficult to identify these common herbs in the market or garden. Ethnic Culinary Herbs is a fully illustrated guidebook that describes more than thirty herbs grown, sold, and used in Hawai'i. (Many can also be found in ethnic produce markets throughout North America.) Unlike most herb books, which cover the same limited range of species (largely those of European and Mediterranean origin), this volume brings together information about herbs from other parts of the world and not only identifies the plants but also explains their use and cultivation. Each species is identified by its scientific name, and common names are listed for several languages spoken in Hawai'i. (For example, the Chinese or garlic chive is also identified by its Chinese, Japanese, Filipino, Thai, and Vietnamese names.) A brief, nontechnical description of each herb is accompanied by a full-page line drawing and one or more color photographs. Entries on culinary use are followed by specific instructions for the herb's cultivation and best methods of propagation. Pests and diseases are discussed as well as their control and treatment. An index of common and scientific names permits access to main entries using any name available to the reader. For those interested in observing growing plants, an appendix provides the location of all Honolulu Community Garden sites, where many of the herbs can be found. Herb fanciers, chefs, gardeners, and botanists will be delighted with this thoroughly reliable and useful guide.




Taste the Aloha


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Aloha and welcome to Taste the Aloha! This delightful cookbook contains 96 authentic Hawaiian recipes that will take your taste buds on a thoroughly delightful and delicious journey. From the bursting flavors of Hawaiian tropical fruits to the unique tastes of Hawaiian meals cooked with local ingredients, you'll find recipes that will satisfy your appetite, while simultaneously teaching you more about the culture and cuisine of Hawaii. Long known as one of the richest cultures in the world, Hawaiian culture takes many aspects of its customs, traditions, and of course, recipes, from its Polynesian roots as well as its Asian, American, and European influences. Combining all these facets into one unique culture yields Hawaiian cuisine that is renowned for its variety and delectable flavors. This cookbook contains 96 traditional recipes which are designed to bring the flavorful peace, comfort, and joy of Hawaii to your home. From the flavor of huli-huli chicken to the ice cold comfort of an ai-au bite, these recipes will help you bring an authentic Hawaiian experience to your kitchen. These recipes are user-friendly, easy to follow and will give you the traditional flavor of Hawaii like no other. With over 96 recipes, you'll find something to make every day of the week. From breakfast to dinner, this guide has a delicious and eye-pleasing recipe to make everyone at the table satisfied. Start the day with a classic like Lomi-Lomi Salmon, a combination of tomatoes, onions, and salmon in a savory breakfast dish. For lunch, there's the Calo Burger, a unique twist on the traditional ground beef burger. Dinner is a burst of pineapple, papaya, and coconut in the Luau Song. Dessert is the flavorful Haupia Pie. Each of these dishes provide a delightful taste of Hawaii that is sure to please the discerning palate. The recipes in this book provide an array of options depending on how much time you have to spend in the kitchen. There are quick and easy recipes, as well as recipes that require more time and effort but deliver unforgettable flavors. All the recipes can be made with readily available ingredients, no matter where you live. So, if you're looking for an escape to paradise or simply want to bring a Hawaiian flavor to your own home, this cookbook is a great place to start. Let's Taste the Aloha and explore the unique flavors of Hawaii. Mahalo and bon appetit!




Punky Aloha


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Meet Punky Aloha: a girl who uses the power of saying "aloha" to experience exciting and unexpected adventures! Punky loves to do a lot of things--except meeting new friends. She doesn't feel brave enough. So when her grandmother asks her to go out and grab butter for her famous banana bread, Punky hesitates. But with the help of her grandmother's magical sunglasses, and with a lot of aloha in her heart, Punky sets off on a BIG adventure for the very first time. Will she be able to get the butter for grandma? Punky Aloha is a Polynesian girl who carries her culture in her heart and in everything she does. Kids will love to follow this fun character all over the island of O'ahu.




The Food of Paradise


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Recent winner of a prestigious award from the Julia Child Cookbook Awards, presented by the International Association of Culinary Professionals. Lauden was given the 1997 Jane Grigson Award, presented to the book that, more than any other entered in the competition, exemplifies distinguished scholarship. Hawaii has one of the richest culinary heritages in the United States. Its contemporary regional cuisine, known as "local food" by residents, is a truly amazing fusion of diverse culinary influences. Rachel Laudan takes readers on a thoughtful, wide-ranging tour of Hawaii's farms and gardens, fish auctions and vegetable markets, fairs and carnivals, mom-and-pop stores and lunch wagons, to uncover the delightful complexities and incongruities in Hawaii's culinary history. More than 150 recipes, photographs, a bibliography of Hawaii's cookbooks, and an extensive glossary make The Food of Paradise an invaluable resource for cooks, food historians, and Hawaiiana buffs.