Gourmet granola
Dore Centeio started making granola for friends, and it proved so popular that she grew a business from it. Read more
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A simple salmon
Many of us are trying to eat healthy and that includes adding more fish to our diets. Read more
Mushroom madness
Portobello mushrooms have a strong flavor and hefty texture. Read more
A flavorful meat-filled rice
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
Sheila Kagawa says her in-laws invented this flavorful, easy rice dish, which she now prepares for special occasions. Read more
Simple rice balls
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A fried favorite
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
My husband’s theory is that no one can resist finger foods. Read more
Innovative sushi bowl
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
In my mother’s world, Thanksgiving was not complete without a cold pea salad. Read more
Keep calm and ‘curry’ on
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
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
A nutty dessert
Ultimate comfort food
Automatic rice cookers take the stress out of making perfect rice. Read more
A refreshing dessert
Nhung Nyugen invented a lighter version of the traditional Vietnamese dessert called che. Read more
Winner, winner chicken dinner
Susan Tongg O’Donnell of Makiki has reinvented a classic dish that her mother-in-law, Jeanne Ann Isherwood, would bake. Read more
A fresh salad
I enjoy mayonnaise, but do not like worrying if salad will get spoiled in the heat. Read more
A colorful salad
Do you remember, when growing up, a bright orange carrot salad was at every potluck? Read more
This is how we roll
Nothing is more comforting than mashed potatoes and meatloaf. Cynthia Aoki combines the two into an attractive “log” that is pretty and tasty enough to serve to guests. Read more
A Korean-inspired main dish
This recipe was inspired by seeing a Korean cooking show. Read more
An Italian classic
During the summer months, you may have tomatoes from your garden. One way to use them is in a classic Italian pasta. Read more
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