Cheddar Bay's Hawaiian Recipes
When visiting Hawaii, you will encounter many foods names and terms that may seem quite foreign to you. This is because Hawaii is such a melting pot of cultures from around the world, with influences from the Chinese, Filipino, Hawaiian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Puerto Rican, Samoan, Thai, Vietnamese and others.
To fully understand and appreciate the Islands and the people of Hawaii, one must first have a full comprehension of the Spirit of Aloha:
The Hawaiian luau is a traditional feast where accomplishments are celebrated, people are honored, and great events are remembered. Along with the large amounts of food, people sing and dance.
Luau are held for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, blessings of boats, or other special events. A luau involves true feasting and can go on for two or three days.
One of the most important features of a luau is the imu (an underground oven - a shallow pit lined with stones). On the day of the luau, a pit is dug in the sand in the early morning. Once the pit is lined with rocks, a whole pig (and side dishes) covered in ti and banana leaves is lowered into the pit filled with hot coals and rocks. After a whole day of cooking (about 6 to 8 hours), the pig is retrieved and the luau begins.
Beverages at a modern non-commercial luau are typically soft drinks, beer, fruit juices and kona coffee. For the adults, Blue Hawaiians, Mai Tais and other tropical drinks are served to further enhance the luau experience.
You don't have to be on the Islands to share in the spirit of Aloha. All you need is a warm summer day, a yard or lanai (patio) decorated with greenery and flowers, delicious food, delightful Hawaiian music and the laughter of those around you. And if it rains, just move the party inside!
On our Hawaiian recipe pages below, we hope you will find something that will bring true Aloha to your table, to your home and to your life.
Pupu (Appetizers)
Tropical Drinks
Hawaiian Bread
Salad & Soups
Chicken Entrees
Meat & Pork Entrees
Seafood Entrees
Side Dishes
Desserts
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After your visit here, be sure to stop by Hilo Hattie's by clicking on the link below:
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Gilbert Francis Damian Lani Kauhi ...
the late, great ZULU!
