Hawaiian Island Cuisines
Includes Local & Family Favorites
Hawaii is an amazing melting pot of the world's cuisines. Where else would you expect to find a simple lunch wagon parked by the highway serving shrimp scampi? Unusual experiences are routine in this land of cultural contrasts. The Hawaii Restaurant Guide Series includes an in-depth look at the origins of Hawaii's people and how fusion of their lifestyles created the unique mix of cuisines found in Hawaii today. We have a theory that culture begins at the table. Those interested in getting more than a tan out of their trip can turn mealtime into a look at how Hawaii has evolved through the blending of people from around the globe.
It's been said that everyone in Hawaii came from somewhere else. Nothing could be closer to the truth. The island chain is geologically young and geographically isolated. Progressive waves of immigration shaped the present population starting with the "Menehune" and Polynesians who proceeded the plantation people and expats that dominate modern Hawaii.
The Hawaii Restaurant Guide Series gives an introduction into the culinary traditions that successive waves of immigrants brought to the Hawaiian Islands. In them we discuss Hawaiian, Chinese, Portuguese, Korean, Thai, Filipino and Vietnamese cuisines. Of course no Hawaii guidebook would be complete without discussing Pacific Rim and Hawaii Regional Cuisine along with the Hawaii Everyman's favorite called Local Food.
Visitors are often accustomed to European ethnic cuisines. As you can see, much of what is found in Hawaii today has Asian origins. The Hawaiian melting pot has created a foodie theme park of exciting dining experiences for those interested in new cultures. In the Hawaii Restaurant Guides we attempt to light the way for readers as they venture into this Pacific world of culinary adventure. Click on Shop and get your copy today!
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last updated on: 3/23/2010
