Cooking onolicious meals for the ‘ohana and friends, sharing memorable recipes, and learning new culinary tricks
Hawaii is a melting pot of many, many, many cultures. We all love to eat a delicious meal, so let’s get cookin!
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Lomi Lomi Salmon Recipe: Quick and Refreshing
Lomi lomi salmon is a refreshing and traditional Hawaiian side dish made with salted salmon, diced tomatoes, sweet onions, and green onions. Named after the Hawaiian word for “massage,” this dish is hand-mixed until well combined and chilled, offering a cool, savory burst of island flavor that’s perfect alongside kalua pork, poi, or rice.
Best Portuguese Bean Soup Recipe from Hawaii Revealed
Portuguese Bean Soup is a beloved Hawaiian comfort dish with roots in Portuguese cuisine. Packed with smoky ham hock, spicy sausage, tender beans, and hearty vegetables, it’s a flavorful, soul-warming soup that’s perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in. Rich, satisfying, and deeply comforting—this island favorite is a must-try!
Saimin: The Best Broth, Noodles, and Toppings to Try
Crunchy wonton chips piled high with fresh ahi poke, shoyu, and lightly drizzled with a creamy-spicy sauce—this poke nachos recipe is the number one local-style pupu! Perfect for pau hana (work) or any gathering.
Hawaiian-Style Shoyu Chicken: Juicy, Tender, and Fall-Apart!
Shoyu Chicken is a one-of-a-kind local Hawaiian dish featuring tender, fall-apart chicken simmered in a savory-sweet sauce made with shoyu (soy sauce), sugar, ginger, and garlic.
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I’m Tani
I’m an island girl from Maui who happens to love food. I am an average day cooker like most of you. That’s why I want to make my recipes clear and concise with my videos and blog. Read more…
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🎵”The island stays in your heart… and I’ll never forget where I’m from”🎵
Yes! The song “Never Forget Where I’m From” by Justin Young perfectly summarizes me and many locals who moved away from the islands for their own reasons. I can NEVER forget where I’m from and I can never forget my memories of growing up and enjoying many aunties’ meals, potlucks, and family gatherings. I hope to help bring a little of home to your plate!
