True Aloha

Newest Hawaii Geocaches (2/9)

admin — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:51:11 +0000

Looking to have some caching fun in the islands? Here are some of the newest ones for your adventures!

Flumin’ Da Ditch (Big Island)

TB Hula Hale (Kauai)

Palapala Hoomau (Maui)

Hygrocybe noelokelani (Kauai)

Are You Serious? (Oahu)

Kokee Tree Keeper (Kauai)

Moon River Cache (Kauai)

Looking to get started in Geocaching? Here are some recommendations for handhelds!

Hawaiian Word of the Week

admin — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 11:00:30 +0000

Loved one- Mea aloha (May-ah ah-low-ha)

The alphabet contains 12 letters: 5 vowels (a, e, i, o, u) and 7 consonants (h, k, l, m, n, p, w). To simplify pronunciation, sound consonants as in English and break up words so they are easy to say (ie- Humuhumunukunukuapua’a would be pronounced humu-humu-nuku-nuku-apu-a-a)

Pronounce vowels as follows:

a - a in above; e - e in set; i - ee in see; o - o in some; u - oo in moon.

Pronounce vowels marked by a glottal stop (`) quickly ie- o`o sounds like oh-oh! in English.

Stress rising dipthongs (ae, ai, ao, au, oi, ou, eu, ei) on the first letter and end with a short e, i, o or u. ie- oi sounds like oy in soy, ending with a short “i”.

Aloha Friday Recipe: Warm Coconut-Pineapple Tart

admin — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 11:00:54 +0000

Tart Shell:
Three-fourths cup butter (3/4 cup)
Three-fourths cup powdered sugar (3/4 cup)
1 egg
5 egg yolks
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Three and three-fourths cup all purpose flour, sifted (3 ¾ cups)

Cream the butter and sugar. Slowly add in the egg and the egg yolks. Scrape down the bowl and continue the mixing process. Add in the vanilla. Slowly add in the flour and mix well. Scrape down the bowl and mix. Massage onto work table. Place into plastic wrap and refrigerate for an hour.

Coconut Mixture:
1 cup granulated sugar
7 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 large eggs
Two and one half unsweetened shredded dried coconut (2 ½ cups)
One-fourth cup mango or passion fruit puree (optional) (1/4 cup)
One half cup fresh pineapple, chopped (1/2 cup)

Preheat the oven at 380 degrees.
Cut the pineapple into half inch cubes. Place onto a paper towel to drain all excess juices and moisture. Randomly scatter the chopped pineapple onto the bottom of the tart shell. Gently press slightly into the dough. Place into the refrigerator when ready for the second step.

Place butter and the sugar into a mixing bowl. Use the paddle attachment to cream the mixture. Slowly add in the eggs, followed by the coconut. Scrape down the bowl and mix for a short while. Spread the creamed mixture onto the surface of the chopped pineapple. Spread evenly onto the tart. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes at 380 degrees. Once this time is completed, turn oven to 350 degrees and bake an additional 35 to 40 minutes. The top surface of the coconut cream should be golden brown and the center set and firm. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and top with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream.

Recipe courtesy Sam Choy’s Kitchen

Hawaii Dog or Colorado Dog…who do you prefer?

admin — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 11:00:20 +0000

We always get tons of hits after an episode of Dog airs so I know fans will eventually stumble upon us. I read an article in Hawaii magazine about when is Dog the Bounty Hunter coming back to Hawaii? The short answer is apparently soon but their time will be split between Hawaii and Colorado and neighbor islands should be a more prominent feature in the coming season. I watch the show every week and I have to say that I didn’t realize what a draw the scenery and people of Hawaii were until they were no longer featured. Colorado shows have been very boring for me to watch. So that got me wondering what the fans of the show prefered. See the poll below and vote only once please. If you have further thoughts on your preference you’d like to share, feel free to do so in the comments section.

Do you like Dog the Bounty Hunter in Hawaii or Colorado?

Hawaii
Colorado

View results

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Gearing up for Spring’s Kokua Festival

admin — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 13:27:09 +0000

Going green, eco-friendly, whatever you want to call it is not just for Earth Day, it is a way of life. (If it’s not, it should be!) Hawaii’s Jack Johnson will be hosting the Kokua Festival April 23rd and 24th in Honolulu to benefit the Kokua Hawaii Foundation. Some big name performers will be performing like Ziggy Marley, Jake Shimabukuro, Anuhea, Taj Mahal and of course Jack Johnson. So if you’re planning a spring trip to the islands, make this festival a stop on your itinerary. But you don’t need to wait to make a commitment to help save the Earth, see what some are pledging to do to help the environment…

Run for the Whales 5K this Saturday

admin — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 14:14:12 +0000

Fun & Exercise for a good cause

Runners and walkers are invited to join in the fun at the annual Run for the Whales, which follows the scenic coast of South Maui and is hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation. This popular running event is at the top of the list of Maui’s best-attended 5K and half-marathon runs, with more than 800 runners expected to participate. Participants receive a free race T-shirt, a free post-race breakfast, and free electronic timing (for the 5K and half-marathon).

There are medals for the top finishers and great prize giveaways. Fees benefit marine-education programs for Maui schoolchildren. The Run for the Whales will start at a new location this year, Makena Beach & Golf Resort, but will travel along much of the same route as last year, through the resort areas of Makena and Wailea. Parts of the course are oceanside–where you might catch a glimpse of a breaching whale or two as you stride along.

2010 Run for the Whales
Saturday, February 6, 2010
Thursday, February 4 is registration cut off date
Race times vary (see schedule)
Makena Beach & Golf Resort

Sweets for your sweetie at Parker Ranch

admin — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 11:00:39 +0000

Discover the Secret of Mama Ella Chocolate Chipper

Friday, February 12, 2010: Parker Ranch invited Mama Ella’s from our Big Island’s Hamakua Coast to share their secret of the Chocolate Chipper Paniolo Cookies. The perfect Valentine gift, and made with bits of real cocoa beans grown right here on Hawaii Island. These “sweet confections” are a must have for every loving couple.

Every country maiden would appreciate the gift of chocolate, so they are also featuring their favorite “cow pie” cookie by Blue Kalo. Three types of chocolate, walnuts, raisins, caramel, and poi! Made especially for Parker Ranch Store and what better way to appreciate your sweetheart than with a decorated box of cow cookies! Join them Friday February 12th from 9am-1pm and pick up the perfect “sweet” for your “sweetheart”.

Can’t make it to Parker Ranch? You can shop online by clicking the link below…

Hawaiian Word of the Week

admin — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 11:00:17 +0000

Passion- Konikoni (Ko-nee ko-nee)

Pronounce vowels as follows:

a - a in above; e - e in set; i - ee in see; o - o in some; u - oo in moon.

Pronounce vowels marked by a glottal stop (`) quickly ie- o`o sounds like oh-oh! in English.

Stress rising dipthongs (ae, ai, ao, au, oi, ou, eu, ei) on the first letter and end with a short e, i, o or u. ie- oi sounds like oy in soy, ending with a short “i”.

Aloha Friday Recipe: Ono Fried Wings

admin — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 11:00:41 +0000

3 1/2 pounds chicken wings, thawed & drained well
2 Tbsp flour
1/4 C cornstarch
1/4 C mochiko (glutinous rice flour)
1/4 C sugar
2 Tbsp minced green onion
2 tsp salt
5 tsp shoyu
2 eggs
1 clove garlic, crushed
Vegetable oil for frying

In a large bowl, combine all ingredients, except the vegetable oil. Marinate for 2 hours in the refrigerator. Heat oil to 400 degrees. Fry chicken in hot oil until golden brown; drain on paper towel or newspaper. Enjoy as a pupu or entree with rice & corn.

Recipe courtesy of KPOA.com’s “Honey I’m Hungry, What’s for Dinner?”

Four Foods on Friday 103

admin — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 11:00:33 +0000

Oops, got behind on these!

1. Name four things you ate today.

High fiber maple/brown sugar oatmeal, brown rice pasta, meat sauce, mahi mahi. (Not all in the same meal! LOL)

If you’d like to play along on your blog, there’s still time! Stop by Val’s and join in the fun!