Wednesday, May 23, 2012
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Memorial Day offers us a time to get together to remember patriotic heroes and our loved ones.
With graduation season just around the corner, we've come up with the cookies for a tasty gift basket your graduate can enjoy.
In celebration of mothers and all the wonderful women in your life, invite them over for a special afternoon tea.
The 20th Annual Filipino Fiesta will feature two colorful events: a parade that runs from Fort DeRussy to Kapiolani Park, followed by the fiesta itself at the park.
The Fifth Annual Grow Hawaiian Festival on Saturday, presented by Hawaiian Electric Co., highlights Hawaii's cultural heritage, native plants and sustainable practices.
With a few common ingredients and some prep work, you can make your own condiments and sauces for everyday meals.
Meatloaf is a classic American dinner. Your parents ate it when they were kids, and it's still a family favorite today. For many, meatloaf is comfort food, bringing back pleasant childhood memories.
Hawaii's waters are home to more than 7,000 forms of marine life, nearly 25 percent of which are found nowhere else in the world.
Spring is officially here, and Easter, right around the corner, falls on April 8. Celebrate family traditions with a few all-time favorites.
Fish is a great source of protein. Low in saturated fat and rich in omega-3 fatty acids, it's a healthy alternative to meat. Eat 3-1/2 ounces of fish at least two times a week; that's about 3/4 cup of flaked fish.
Join the American Diabetes Association on its 13th Annual Step Out Walk to Fight Diabetes on Saturday at Kapiolani Park.
A sensitivity to gluten, the protein in wheat, rye and barley, doesn't require a ban on home-baked goodies.
The slow cooker has become one of the most convenient appliances in the kitchen, and it can turn out a great variety of delicious food. The natural juices from the meats and vegetables are retained in the pot, so the dishes are savory and tasty.
Trying to get kids (not to mention adults) to eat vegetables can be a challenge. People learn food preferences quickly, but some vegetables get a bad reputation without a proper tasting.
Kale stands out as one of the most nutritious dark leafy green vegetables, rich in dietary fiber, vitamins A and K, and manganese, as well as beta carotene and folic acid. In addition, kale also has cholesterol-lowering benefits.
One way to celebrate Valentine's Day is to give your special someone the gift of a homemade treat. The Red Velvet Trifle is a new twist on an old favorite, while the Easy Lemon Angel Food Cake with Raspberry Sauce is a light alternative.
The Urban Garden Center is hosting a plant sale next week, offering native plants, vegetables, palms, herbs and fruit trees.
Jicama (HEE-kah-ma), also known as yam bean, is a root vegetable that resembles a turnip, with a crisp white flesh similar to a raw potato and the subtle taste of a pear. Jicama is rich in fiber and a good source of potassium and vitamin C.
Chinese New Year comes on Monday, and it's the year of the dragon. Chinatown will host New Year celebrations Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Chinatown Cultural Plaza.
It's that time of year to commit to New Year's resolutions. If you're like the majority wanting to get back into shape by eating better, now is the time to make up for weeks of holiday indulgence.
Come join the many festivities being lined up by the Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii to pay tribute to the arrival of the Year of the Dragon.
Holidays bring an abundance of sweet treats, parties and decadent feasts. New Year's Eve is a time to celebrate the past year and look forward to what the new year will bring.
With Christmas just a few days away, here are hearty breakfast dishes.
Once again, Hawaiian Electric employees have teamed up to raise funds for the Aloha United Way, with "A Taste to Remember, Volume 6: Power Potluck.
The 2012 collectors' edition cookbook, "Paradise Treasures," sponsored by Families and Friends of Castle High School, is available for $12 at Castle High School Library and businesses in Kaneohe, as well as at craft and gift fairs.
Don't miss the opening night of Honolulu City Lights at 6 p.m. Saturday, featuring the Electric Light parade. Hawaiian Electric is again partnering with the Friends of Honolulu City Lights to bring this joyful family event for the holidays. Look for the Hawaiian Electric float at these other events:
When Thanksgiving is over, what's to be done with the leftover turkey? With a few ingredients and a bit of ingenuity, you can transform your leftovers into more delicious meals.
Thanksgiving's right around the corner, so here are simple, healthful side dishes to complement the turkey and add some color to the table.
With the fast-approaching holidays come the holiday parties. Be prepared for any get-together with these easy, last-minute appetizers that economize on time yet go long on flavor.
Pick up a new plant at the Hawaiian Electric Co.'s Arbor Day tree giveaway Saturday. There will be a variety of fruit trees, flowering shrubs and native plants. Featured for the first time are cacao, curry tree, red-leaved hibiscus, giant gardenia and Song of India.
October is both Energy Awareness and Children & Youth month, so families can reduce their energy bill with the help of youngsters with a copy of the Energy Detective Guide from Hawaiian Electric Co. This free, colorful booklet engages families to uncover energy villains that contribute to higher utility bills. It also gives information for a free drawing to win an energy conservation kit. Call 543-7511. And of course, October brings Halloween, so here are some delicious ways to use your holiday pumpkin.
One of the longest-running off-Broadway shows of all time, "Little Shop of Horrors" is an affectionate spoof of the 1950's sci-fi movie.
In today's bustling world, what's not to love about combining ingredients in a pot, setting a timer, then returning at the end of the day to a lovely meal?
Visit the Sixth Annual Hawaii Fishing and Seafood Festival for delicious seafood cuisine, cooking demonstrations and workshops. Sunday’s festival promotes awareness of marine conservation, ocean safety and responsible fishing and will highlight Hawaii’s dynamic seafood industry.
When microwave ovens were the newest modern kitchen appliance, there were scores of recipes for preparing meals in the microwave.
Turn ordinary sandwiches into extraordinary ones by creating wraps. A wrap is made with soft flatbread such as whole-wheat tortillas or pita bread, and fillings such as deli meats, grilled fish, cheese, sautéed vegetables, hummus and sauces. Leafy greens can be used in place of bread.
Kanu Hawaii’s third Eat Local Challenge calls on people across the islands to eat locally grown food to build a more sustainable and secure local food system. This year’s challenge encompasses the month of September.
Get out your chopsticks and bring your appetite for a one-day taste trip around the world at the Second Annual Rice Festival on Sunday.
Join the festivities at Kapiolani Park this weekend for the 29th annual Okinawan Festival, and get a taste of Okinawan cuisine: andagi, pigs feet soup, yakisoba, champuru and the famous Okidog and Andadog.
Summer means picnics and cookouts, so we're sharing a few recipes that are ideal for an outdoor meal.
It's always challenging to find new ways to use leftovers. Making use of what's in your refrigerator and pantry is easy on the budget and saves time by not having to create a new meal from scratch.
The annual American Heart Association Heart Walk, which takes place Saturday, celebrates healthy lifestyle choices as thousands of walkers step out to have fun, get inspired and support a meaningful cause.
Quinoa, pronounced "keen-wa," is a grainlike food growing in popularity. Rich in fiber and packed with nutrients, quinoa contains B vitamins, minerals, iron and calcium and is considered a protein with nine essential amino acids.
Easter is the perfect time to host a brunch. In addition to traditional breakfast items such as eggs, bacon, sausages, fruit and pancakes, your table can include pastries, quiches, roasts and cold seafood. Here are a few ideas for a colorful brunch buffet.
With graduation season just around the corner, we've come up with the cookies for a tasty gift basket your graduate can enjoy.
In celebration of mothers and all the wonderful women in your life, invite them over for a special afternoon tea.
The 20th Annual Filipino Fiesta will feature two colorful events: a parade that runs from Fort DeRussy to Kapiolani Park, followed by the fiesta itself at the park.
The Fifth Annual Grow Hawaiian Festival on Saturday, presented by Hawaiian Electric Co., highlights Hawaii's cultural heritage, native plants and sustainable practices.
With a few common ingredients and some prep work, you can make your own condiments and sauces for everyday meals.
Meatloaf is a classic American dinner. Your parents ate it when they were kids, and it's still a family favorite today. For many, meatloaf is comfort food, bringing back pleasant childhood memories.
Hawaii's waters are home to more than 7,000 forms of marine life, nearly 25 percent of which are found nowhere else in the world.
Spring is officially here, and Easter, right around the corner, falls on April 8. Celebrate family traditions with a few all-time favorites.
Fish is a great source of protein. Low in saturated fat and rich in omega-3 fatty acids, it's a healthy alternative to meat. Eat 3-1/2 ounces of fish at least two times a week; that's about 3/4 cup of flaked fish.
Join the American Diabetes Association on its 13th Annual Step Out Walk to Fight Diabetes on Saturday at Kapiolani Park.
A sensitivity to gluten, the protein in wheat, rye and barley, doesn't require a ban on home-baked goodies.
The slow cooker has become one of the most convenient appliances in the kitchen, and it can turn out a great variety of delicious food. The natural juices from the meats and vegetables are retained in the pot, so the dishes are savory and tasty.
Trying to get kids (not to mention adults) to eat vegetables can be a challenge. People learn food preferences quickly, but some vegetables get a bad reputation without a proper tasting.
Kale stands out as one of the most nutritious dark leafy green vegetables, rich in dietary fiber, vitamins A and K, and manganese, as well as beta carotene and folic acid. In addition, kale also has cholesterol-lowering benefits.
One way to celebrate Valentine's Day is to give your special someone the gift of a homemade treat. The Red Velvet Trifle is a new twist on an old favorite, while the Easy Lemon Angel Food Cake with Raspberry Sauce is a light alternative.
The Urban Garden Center is hosting a plant sale next week, offering native plants, vegetables, palms, herbs and fruit trees.
Jicama (HEE-kah-ma), also known as yam bean, is a root vegetable that resembles a turnip, with a crisp white flesh similar to a raw potato and the subtle taste of a pear. Jicama is rich in fiber and a good source of potassium and vitamin C.
Chinese New Year comes on Monday, and it's the year of the dragon. Chinatown will host New Year celebrations Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Chinatown Cultural Plaza.
It's that time of year to commit to New Year's resolutions. If you're like the majority wanting to get back into shape by eating better, now is the time to make up for weeks of holiday indulgence.
Come join the many festivities being lined up by the Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii to pay tribute to the arrival of the Year of the Dragon.
Holidays bring an abundance of sweet treats, parties and decadent feasts. New Year's Eve is a time to celebrate the past year and look forward to what the new year will bring.
With Christmas just a few days away, here are hearty breakfast dishes.
Once again, Hawaiian Electric employees have teamed up to raise funds for the Aloha United Way, with "A Taste to Remember, Volume 6: Power Potluck.
The 2012 collectors' edition cookbook, "Paradise Treasures," sponsored by Families and Friends of Castle High School, is available for $12 at Castle High School Library and businesses in Kaneohe, as well as at craft and gift fairs.
Don't miss the opening night of Honolulu City Lights at 6 p.m. Saturday, featuring the Electric Light parade. Hawaiian Electric is again partnering with the Friends of Honolulu City Lights to bring this joyful family event for the holidays. Look for the Hawaiian Electric float at these other events:
When Thanksgiving is over, what's to be done with the leftover turkey? With a few ingredients and a bit of ingenuity, you can transform your leftovers into more delicious meals.
Thanksgiving's right around the corner, so here are simple, healthful side dishes to complement the turkey and add some color to the table.
With the fast-approaching holidays come the holiday parties. Be prepared for any get-together with these easy, last-minute appetizers that economize on time yet go long on flavor.
Pick up a new plant at the Hawaiian Electric Co.'s Arbor Day tree giveaway Saturday. There will be a variety of fruit trees, flowering shrubs and native plants. Featured for the first time are cacao, curry tree, red-leaved hibiscus, giant gardenia and Song of India.
October is both Energy Awareness and Children & Youth month, so families can reduce their energy bill with the help of youngsters with a copy of the Energy Detective Guide from Hawaiian Electric Co. This free, colorful booklet engages families to uncover energy villains that contribute to higher utility bills. It also gives information for a free drawing to win an energy conservation kit. Call 543-7511. And of course, October brings Halloween, so here are some delicious ways to use your holiday pumpkin.
One of the longest-running off-Broadway shows of all time, "Little Shop of Horrors" is an affectionate spoof of the 1950's sci-fi movie.
In today's bustling world, what's not to love about combining ingredients in a pot, setting a timer, then returning at the end of the day to a lovely meal?
Visit the Sixth Annual Hawaii Fishing and Seafood Festival for delicious seafood cuisine, cooking demonstrations and workshops. Sunday’s festival promotes awareness of marine conservation, ocean safety and responsible fishing and will highlight Hawaii’s dynamic seafood industry.
When microwave ovens were the newest modern kitchen appliance, there were scores of recipes for preparing meals in the microwave.
Turn ordinary sandwiches into extraordinary ones by creating wraps. A wrap is made with soft flatbread such as whole-wheat tortillas or pita bread, and fillings such as deli meats, grilled fish, cheese, sautéed vegetables, hummus and sauces. Leafy greens can be used in place of bread.
Kanu Hawaii’s third Eat Local Challenge calls on people across the islands to eat locally grown food to build a more sustainable and secure local food system. This year’s challenge encompasses the month of September.
Get out your chopsticks and bring your appetite for a one-day taste trip around the world at the Second Annual Rice Festival on Sunday.
Join the festivities at Kapiolani Park this weekend for the 29th annual Okinawan Festival, and get a taste of Okinawan cuisine: andagi, pigs feet soup, yakisoba, champuru and the famous Okidog and Andadog.
Summer means picnics and cookouts, so we're sharing a few recipes that are ideal for an outdoor meal.
It's always challenging to find new ways to use leftovers. Making use of what's in your refrigerator and pantry is easy on the budget and saves time by not having to create a new meal from scratch.
The annual American Heart Association Heart Walk, which takes place Saturday, celebrates healthy lifestyle choices as thousands of walkers step out to have fun, get inspired and support a meaningful cause.
Quinoa, pronounced "keen-wa," is a grainlike food growing in popularity. Rich in fiber and packed with nutrients, quinoa contains B vitamins, minerals, iron and calcium and is considered a protein with nine essential amino acids.
Easter is the perfect time to host a brunch. In addition to traditional breakfast items such as eggs, bacon, sausages, fruit and pancakes, your table can include pastries, quiches, roasts and cold seafood. Here are a few ideas for a colorful brunch buffet.
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