Just what makes the world's sweetest onion so darn sweet? Is it because it grows in only one place on Earth? Is it the rich, volcanic soil? Is it the altitude? Is it the continuous fog and extra-long growing time? No one really knows for sure. But there is one thing we do know, this glorious garden bulb, cultivated exclusively on the slopes of Haleakala, will grace any dish you care to try. Much more than a holiday souvenir, the MAUI ONION COOKBOOK is a compilation of recipes gathered from every corner of the island. Professional chefs, creative citizens, and local characters from the best restaurants, hotels, and hang-outs have contributed to this delightful compendium of culinary magic. Thanks to the increasing availability of exotic ingredients in mainstream supermarkets, most of these recipes are well within reach of any mainland cook. So don't be afraid to try the Macadamia Nut-Crusted Brie with Maui Onion and Oven-Dried Tomato Relish, the Maui Onion Soufflé with Red Pepper Sabayon, or Snorkel Bob's Caesar Salad. These island secrets are now at your fingertips.

The finest guidebook ever written for Maui. Now you can plan your best vacation—ever. This all new 12th edition is a candid, humorous guide to everything there is to see and do on the island. Best-selling author and longtime Hawai‘i resident, Andrew Doughty, unlocks the secrets of an island so lush and diverse that many visitors never realize all that it has to offer. Explore with him as he reveals breathtaking trails, secluded beaches, pristine reefs, delicious places to eat, colorful craters, hidden waterfalls and so much more. Every restaurant, activity provider, business and resort is reviewed personally and anonymously. This book and a rental car are all you need to discover what makes Maui so exciting. • The most accurate up-to-date information available anyplace with up-to-the-minute changes posted to our website and smartphone app. The app is an optional separate purchase and includes features not possible in a book, but it provides free access to over 120 resort reviews with our detailed aerial photos—so you’ll know if oceanfront really means oceanfront—and you can filter them fast for the features and amenities you’re looking for. Resort reviews are also free on our website. • Frank, brutally honest reviews of restaurants, activities and other businesses show you which companies really are the best... and which to avoid—no advertisements • Driving tours let you structure your trip your way, point out sights not to be missed along the way and are complemented by 140 spectacular color photographs • 21 specially created maps in an easy-to-follow format with mile markers—so you’ll always know where you are on the island • Clear, concise directions to those hard-to-find places such as deserted beaches, hidden waterfalls, pristine rain forests, spectacular coastlines, natural lava pools and scores of other hidden gems listed nowhere else • Revealing chapter on hidden sights along the Hana Highway • Exclusive chapter on Maui’s beaches with detailed descriptions including ocean safety • Over 90 pages of unique adventures and exciting activities from ATVs to ziplines • Fascinating sections on Hawai‘i’s history, culture, language and legends • Includes information on the offshore islands of Lana‘i, Moloka‘i and Kaho‘olawe Maui Revealed covers it all—from the wind-swept top of Haleakala to the sparkling underwater reefs. This is the best investment you can make for your Maui vacation. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a longtime kama‘aina, you’ll find out more about Maui from this book than from any other source. Discover the island of your dreams with Maui Revealed.

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Sixteen generations later, the same old winding roads and blazed trails throughout the three novels lead us all back home to nostalgic dishes and the worlds from which they came. Upon arrival at the old home place, we quickly find our favorite room: Mamas kitchen. The familiar sounds of pots and pans and aromas of old-time country cooking float in and out of our senses. Suddenly, visions of chocolate pies swirled high with meringues cooling on the kitchen window sill are as clear as yesterday. The sizzling sounds of Mama frying chicken on the old wood-stove remind us that her kitchen offered southern hospitality at its best. The trip down memory lane of days gone by rekindles the true meaning of Home Sweet Home. As we stop and reminisce, hot tears blur our vision and we ask ourselves where did all the years go?

From a Maui native and food blogger comes a gorgeous cookbook of 85 fresh and sunny recipes reflects the major cultures that have influenced local Hawaiʻi food over time: Native Hawaiian, Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese, Korean, Filipino, and Western. IACP AWARD FINALIST • NAMED ONE OF THE BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR BY NPR AND LIBRARY JOURNAL In Aloha Kitchen, Alana Kysar takes you into the homes, restaurants, and farms of Hawaiʻi, exploring the cultural and agricultural influences that have made dishes like plate lunch and poke crave-worthy culinary sensations with locals and mainlanders alike. Interweaving regional history, local knowledge, and the aloha spirit, Kysar introduces local Hawaiʻi staples like saimin, loco moco, shave ice, and shoyu chicken, tracing their geographic origin and history on the islands. As a Maui native, Kysar’s roots inform deep insights on Hawaiʻi’s multiethnic culture and food history. In Aloha Kitchen, she shares recipes that Hawaiʻi locals have made their own, blending cultural influences to arrive at the rich tradition of local Hawaiʻi cuisine. With transporting photography, accessible recipes, and engaging writing, Kysar paints an intimate and enlightening portrait of Hawaiʻi and its cultural heritage.

Collection of 65 stories and poems covering life in Hawaii from the early 30s, through World War II, and up to the presentincluding the new U.S. S. Hawaii, nuclear submarine. Compellingly written, this books 337 pages cover: Growing up Hawaiian style; sugar plantation life; Hawaiian ranching; Kamehameha Schools--the gift of a Princess so Hawaiians could be industrious men and women. Thirty-four pages are devoted to military headquartered in Hawaii and heroes resting here for eternity. Why do Jewish tourists love Hawaii? This book tells you why. It provides insights on Hawaiian mens psyches. Hawaiian culture and multi-cultures are covered, the story of Dancing With Ancestors is something you will never forget. Hawaiis celebrity son President Obama, Musician Charles King and Kui Lee-- and Don Ho and George Kanahele, Hawaiis Renaissance leaders, the authors friends from boyhood are featured in heartwarming ways. Rath covers improbabilities and silliness of Hawaii politics. He speaks eloquently for the need to clear up the funny slanguagewhich politicians use that is neither Hawaiian nor English! The last six pieces are heartwarming appreciations for those whove managed lifes vicissitudes while never losing the sense of Alohawhich is something youll learn very well in this book. Tasty and worth savoring, these slices of life are moving experiences presented by Rath, an authentic islander of the blood, who shares his deep, heart-warming perceptions.

76 Delicious Hawaiian Recipes in This Cookbook Hawaii is a group of islands in the center of the Pacific Ocean. The islands were formed with the eruption of underwater volcanoes. Hawaiian food features fruits and vegetables grown on the island. This includes bananas, coconut and pineapple. Dole Pineapple company is based in Hawaii and tourists can take guided tours of the Dole Pineapple plant to learn how pineapples are grown. Since Hawaii is a series of islands, Hawaiian dishes consist of a lot of seafood and fish. Hawaiian cuisine is a mixture of both Polynesian and Asian influence. Macadamia nuts, pineapple and coconut are all grown on the island and are present in many dishes. When visiting the Hawaiian Islands, many people will attend a luau which is a festive celebration full of dancing and music. A pig is roasted on an open fire and is brought out as part of the festivities. Pork and ham is also used in many Hawaiian dishes. This cookbook contains a mixture of traditional and inspired Hawaiian meals for you to enjoy! Recipes Include: Hawaiian Bread Hawaiian Pasta Hawaiian Pineapple Upside Down Cake Hawaiian Pork Hash Hawaiian Marinated Ham Steak Hawaiian Hush Puppies Bruddah Potato Macaroni Salad Baked Bananas Hawaiian French Toast Kalua Pork Poi Pineapple and Coconut Waffles Chocolate Macadamia Nut Tart Ham and Pineapple Salsa Loco Moco Hawaiian Pizza Hawaiian BBQ Pizza Furikake Chex Mix Hawaiian Chicken Kebabs Hawaiian Fried Rice Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken Tacos Hawaiian Macaroni Salad Hawaiian Beef Teriyaki Hawaiian Haystacks Hawaiian Oatmeal Hawaiian Coleslaw Passion Fruit Bars Mahi Mahi Laulau Hawaiian Quesadillas Hawaiian Fruit Salad Macadamia Nut Milk Macadamia Nut Chocolate Chip Cookies Hawaiian Macadamia Fat Bread Hawaiian Chocolate Macadamia Nut Tart Hawaiian Oatmeal Macadamia Nut Cookies Hawaiian Macadamia Clusters Hawaiian Macadamia Nut Chocolate bars Hawaiian Pineapple Macadamia Nut Bread Hawaiian Macadamia Nut Crusted Tilapia Hawaiian Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi Hawaiian Creamy Macadamia Nut Baked Salmon Hawaiian Macadamia Nut Brittle Hawaiian Cranberry Macadamia Nut Bark Hawaiian Macadamia Nut Pesto Hummus Hawaiian Butterscotch Macadamia Bars Hawaiian Macadamia Raspberry Fudge Hawaiian Pineapple Stuffing Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken Salad Acini di Pepe Salad Hawaiian Pineapple Pretzel Salad Hawaiian Pineapple Orange Sorbet Hawaiian Curry Pineapple Fried Rice Hawaiian Mint Mango Pineapple Salad Grilled Ham and Pineapple Sandwiches Hawaiian Ham and Pineapple Pinwheels Hawaiian Pineapple Cranberry Salad Blue Hawaiian Cocktail Mai Tai Hawaiian Cheesecake Hawaiian Coconut Mochi Cake Hawaiian Pineapple and Apricot Skillet Chicken Grilled Hawaiian Pineapple Salsa Hawaiian Apple Pineapple Slaw Hawaiian Pineapple Horseradish Sauce Hawaiian Grilled Pineapple Hawaiian Pineapple Crisp Hawaiian Pineapple Zucchini Bread Hawaiian Meatballs Pineapple Hawaiian Meatballs Hawaiian Chicken Pani Popo (Hawaiian Coconut Bread) Hawaiian Chicken Wings Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken Hawaiian Mimosas Hawaiian Shrimp Hawaiian Spareribs