A spectacular salmon dish

• By Lynette Lo Tom
• May 14, 2024

Former Honolulu Mayor Kirk Caldwell shares this spectacular recipe he learned from his sister-in-law, Lynn Tanoue. Read more

Flavorful flank steak

• By Lynette Lo Tom
• May 7, 2024

The city of London claims that this dish is not British, so, it is probably an American invention. Read more

Tantalizing tempura chips

• By Lynette Lo Tom
• April 30, 2024

Fresh poke is delicious by itself. But why not add a crunch for extra oomph? Read more

An easy omelet

• By Lynette Lo Tom
• April 16, 2024

Rupert Corpuz and Edeliza deGuzman-Corpuz of Ewa Beach say their tasty and beautiful eggplant omelet (tortang talong in Ilokano) is commonly served at breakfast. Read more

An easy appetizer

• By Lynette Lo Tom
• April 9, 2024
• 1

A classic appetizer in Italy is to pair a salty and supple ham with a bite of melon. Read more

A spud-tacular side

• By Lynette Lo Tom
• April 1, 2024
• 1

It’s easy to forget how satisfying a roasted potato can be. Crispy on the outside and sweet and creamy inside. Even the staunchest rice eater will be convinced. Read more

Easy salmon patties

• By Lynette Lo Tom
• March 19, 2024
• 4

Many years ago, Cheryl Tom Parker of Maunawili asked her mother-in-law, Virginia Parker, what recipes her new husband, John, liked. Read more

A crunchy cookie

• By Lynette Lo Tom
• March 11, 2024

This easy recipe was inspired by Mud Hen Water chef Ed Kenney, who put a twist on a sugar cookie recipe by adding crushed wonton chips for a nice crunch. Read more

A taste of tradition

• By Lynette Lo Tom
• March 4, 2024
• 1

A longtime easy kine dish for people in China is the canned fried freshwater fish (called dace) that is often eaten over hot rice or stir-fried with vegetables. Read more

Gourmet granola

• By Lynette Lo Tom
• Feb. 19, 2024
• 1

Dore Centeio started making granola for friends, and it proved so popular that she grew a business from it. Read more

A simple salmon

• By Lynette Lo Tom
• Feb. 12, 2024
• 2

Many of us are trying to eat healthy and that includes adding more fish to our diets. Read more

Mushroom madness

• By Lynette Lo Tom
• Feb. 7, 2024

Portobello mushrooms have a strong flavor and hefty texture. Read more

A flavorful meat-filled rice

• By Lynette Lo Tom
• Jan. 16, 2024

It is said that food is always changing. That is true with this recipe based on a popular rice dish from the Dominican Republic Read more

A simple rice dish

• By Lynette Lo Tom
• Jan. 9, 2024
• 1

Sheila Kagawa says her in-laws invented this flavorful, easy rice dish, which she now prepares for special occasions. Read more

Simple rice balls

• By Lynette Lo Tom
• Jan. 2, 2024
• 1

One of the best short video blogs about plants and cooking in Japan is on YouTube. Read more

A fried favorite

• By Lynette Lo Tom
• Dec. 19, 2023
• 1

Dilyuns Michael works at Roots Café and Market, which is a part of Kokua Kalihi Valley, and she invented this delicious dish that uses the ripened ulu, or breadfruit. Read more

One-bite wonders

• By Lynette Lo Tom
• Dec. 12, 2023

My husband’s theory is that no one can resist finger foods. Read more

Innovative sushi bowl

• By Lynette Lo Tom
• Dec. 5, 2023
• 3

Touch A Heart provides vocational training to those who face barriers to employment, such as those who have been incarcerated or were homeless. Read more

An ap-‘pea’-ling side

• By Lynette Lo Tom
• Nov. 14, 2023
• 1

In my mother’s world, Thanksgiving was not complete without a cold pea salad. Read more

Keep calm and ‘curry’ on

• By Lynette Lo Tom
• Nov. 7, 2023
• 4

Chicken tikka masala has been nicknamed the national dish of Britain, as Indians have spread the word about this creamy curry dish. Read more

A tried-and-true pupu

• By Lynette Lo Tom
• Oct. 31, 2023
• 1

With the holidays coming up, you’ll want to have an easy dip that can be served with your favorite chips or crackers. Read more