• Moving Away from Hawaii: 5 Key Considerations

    Moving Away from Hawaii: 5 Key Considerations

    Aloha everyone, I want to dive into a topic that hits close to home for many of us—the cultural transitions we face when moving away from Hawaii. Leaving the islands and venturing to new lands is undoubtedly an exciting chapter, but it also comes with unique challenges and adjustments. As fellow Hawaiians who have experienced…

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  • Easy to make: Spam and Cream Cheese Wonton

    Easy to make: Spam and Cream Cheese Wonton

    Don’t knock it til you try it! Spam and cream cheese wontons are a delicious and easy appetizer that is perfect for parties or a quick snack. They are made with wonton wrappers, cream cheese, spam, and green onions. They can be fried, baked, or air-fried. Bringing a taste of Hawaii to any Spam-loving household!…

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  • My Trip to Houston: Ohana is Everything!

    My Trip to Houston: Ohana is Everything!

    It all started out as a yearly trip to Houston that my cousin (Jay), my best friend since middle school (Sydney), and myself would take to Houston each Spring for Rodeo Houston (AKA “Jay & The Babes Annual Trip”).

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  • Plate Lunch: Hawaiian Style Chicken Katsu & Creamy Sauce

    Plate Lunch: Hawaiian Style Chicken Katsu & Creamy Sauce

    This recipe for Hawaiian style chicken katsu is easy to make and is sure to please everyone at the table & in everyone’s plate lunch! It is the best chicken katsu recipe!

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  • Traveling to Roanoke

    Traveling to Roanoke

    During my journey from Albany, NY to Roanoke, VA, I stumbled upon a taste of Hawaii delightful surprise: Hawaiian Mamaki Tea from the renowned Hilo company, Shaka Tea. As I made a pit stop at a couple of gas stations along the way, my eyes were drawn to the vibrant packaging adorned with tropical imagery…

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