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A taste of Peru

Peru is known for its spices and diverse regional influences. One example is Peruvian ceviche — a traditional dish in which raw fish is marinated in lime juice, typically with sliced onions, ají chile peppers and salt, then “cooked” (in the citrus acidity) and served with sweet potato, corn and cancha (toasted corn kernels). Read more

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Taro-fic treats

Located in the heart of Kahuku, Taro Hut has quickly become the go-to destination for ono fast-food and Polynesian cuisine. It’s the home of delicious smashburgers with purple buns and taro fries. Read more

Lucha spirit

Resilient, flavorful and proudly local — those words accurately describe Kauai-based Taco Libre. The business’s name was inspired by lucha libre, according to owners Aaleiyah and Christian Martinez. Read more

More cheese please

If you’re willing to brave the busy streets of Waikiki, there is a delicious macaroni-and-cheese meal waiting for you. Patrons can discover variations of the comfort food at Aloha Mac Shack. Read more

Riding that ‘sugar high’

Dipped strawberries, stuffed apples, churro cheesecake … oh my! You’ll find these delectable goodies and more at Sugar HI Hawaii, an online business that pops up at the Plenty of Aloha farmers market at Windward Mall on Wednesdays and Sundays. Read more

Slice of life

Back in the day, people may have listened for that nostalgic tune that announced the neighborhood ice cream truck was near — but now they keep their eyes peeled for Slice Cream Truck. Read more

Late-night comfort food

If it’s after 9 p.m. and you’ve got the late-night munchies, not to worry — MOPS Central has you covered. The biz, which originated in 2020, has always been an evening food truck, according to owner Roger Bacla-an. Read more

Peruvian fusion

Serving authentic Peruvian cuisine with a touch of island flavor, El Gallo Food Truck has a notable logo of a rooster standing atop a mountain surrounded by blue waves. Read more

Ice, ice baby

If you’re craving shave ice on Kauai’s north shore, look no further than Wishing Well Shave Ice. The biz was originally founded in 1983, according to owner Aamion Goodwin. Read more

Filipino food with a twist

If you’ve spent time in Lahaina, Merienda Maui might look familiar. The food truck started there, but relocated to Oahu after the Maui fires. The biz is known for its contemporary twist on traditional Filipino food. Read more

East Coast-style eats

“It’s all in the gravy.” “Don’t get lost in the sauce.” These are some of the slogans you’ll find at Frank’s Franks Brooklyn Italian Food, located at Bellows Field Beach Park from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Read more

A taste of aloha

Since first opening eight years ago, not much has changed about Shaka Bowls Hawaii. Read more

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