Beginning July 24, 2025, a collection of recipes, essays, videos, and reports will present a contemporary view of food culture in Hawai'i through contributions from chefs, land stewards, and cultural figures. The connection to Hawai'i emphasizes quiet observance of its natural beauty, rich traditions, and culinary practices. Through experiences such as cleaning fish ponds and foraging, a deeper understanding of Hawai'i's food heritage emerges. This culture encompasses a variety of flavors and ingredients, showcasing the island's diverse backgrounds and rich history, far beyond basic representations like Spam musubi.
Whenever I'm in Hawai'i, I go quiet. In wondrous silence, I take in field after field of heart-shaped kalo leaves as they wave in the wind.
The culinary tradition of Hawai'i is just as varied and rich as the terrain. It's more than Spam musubi; it's a reflection of the people who have come to call this place home.
I sought out chefs, food historians, educators, and farmers, and they invited me to clean fish ponds, pick fiddlehead ferns, and listen.
Today I remain quiet as I return to the islands often, and I learn more with each trip, each person who talks story.
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