tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9886663377296978642024-03-05T04:21:52.692-10:00denise thayer, with aloha from mauidenise thayerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13476184683492440237noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-988666337729697864.post-19650909205627037112013-05-14T23:06:00.000-10:002013-05-14T23:06:12.445-10:00beer lovers paradise found<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Getting excited for the 5th annual <a href="http://www.mauiarts.org/?p=2&Month=5&Year=2013&showID=552" target="_blank">Maui Brewers Festival</a> this Saturday, May 18th, 2:30pm at the <a href="http://www.mauiarts.org/?p=1" target="_blank">Maui Arts & Cultural Center</a> (MACC). This year's event, a benefit for the MACC to support arts and cultural program for Maui's community, features over <a href="http://www.mauiarts.org/imagez/MBF%202013%20Breweries%20&%20Brews%20FINALas%20of%205-14-13.pdf" target="_blank">30 craft breweries</a> and appetizers from over <a href="http://www.mauiarts.org/imagez/MBF%202013%20Food%20Menu%20FINALasofMay8.pdf" target="_blank">20 of Maui's restaurants</a>. Plus, fare from food trucks, and live music by Nuff Sedd, Lia Live! and Simply Twisted<b>.</b></span></span><br />
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b><a href="http://bigislandbrewhaus.com/" target="_blank">Big Island Brewhaus:</a> Mandarin Gold</b> (one of my favorites from last year's event), features Honokaa oranges and mac nut honey</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b><a href="http://coronadobrewingcompany.com/" target="_blank">Coronado Brewing Co.: </a>Hibiscus IPA</b>, a collaboration with Maui Brewing Co. in support
breast cancer research is a
combination of Centennial, Chinook and Nugget hops, a
refreshingly crisp beer, exhibits pronounced floral notes amidst a
hint of balanced bitters</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://coronadobrewingcompany.com/beers/" target="_blank"><b>Coronado Brewing Co.: Orange Avenue Wit</b></a> is bolstered by orange zest, coriander and orange blossom honey, and expected to be refreshing, light-bodied </span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b><a href="http://www.deschutesbrewery.com/brew/twilight-summer-ale" target="_blank"><b>Deschutes Brewery: </b>Twilight Ale</a> </b>awarded <span class="field-content">2012 World's Best Seasonal Pale Ale.</span><br />A lighter, yet full-flavored, aromatic Ale with a solid malt foundation paired with distinctive Amarillo hops.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.kauaiislandbrewing.com/Beer.html" target="_blank"><b>Kauai Island Brewing Company: Captain Cook's IPA </b></a><span style="border-collapse: collapse; color: #222222;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">was created
after the hoppy ales brewed in the 1700’s for the long journey from
England to Hawaii, this Ale is one of our hoppiest beers ever using 15
pounds of hops for 155 gallons of beer</span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b><a href="http://www.lostcoast.com/beer_indica.php" target="_blank">Lost Coast Brewery: Indica IPA</a> </b>a hoppy, full-bodied ale with radical bittering from Columbus hops, then
dry hopped with generous amounts of Willamette and Centennial hop
flowers</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b><a href="http://mauibrewingco.com/" target="_blank">Maui Brewing Co.: </a>Lemongrass Saison is </b>a collaboration with Lost Abbey, a brewery located in San Marcos, California known for its Belgian-inspired beers that incorporates local Maui-grown lemongrass and White Wheat, Oats, Pilsner
malt, Citra and Nelson Sauvin hops</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b><b><a href="http://mauibrewingco.com/" target="_blank">Maui Brewing Co.:</a> </b>Pau Hana Pilsner </b>is a<b> </b>Bohemian-style pilsner showcasing Czech Saaz hops, known world-wide
for their smooth, clean, yet spicy bitterness, and balanced with a touch of
malt sweetness</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b><a href="http://rogue.com/beers/dads-little-helper.php" target="_blank">Rogue: Dad's Little Helper</a></b> is<b> </b><span class="style2">deep mahogany in color with roasted malt and hop
aromas and dense creamy head, entering the palate with intense hop
flavor and coating the tongue with a rich maltiness</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b><a href="http://rogue.com/beers/chatoe-mead.php" target="_blank"><b>Rogue: </b>Original Colonies Mead</a> </b>boasts honey from</span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> Rogue's own honeybees, which spend their days
sampling the flavors of the farm; from blackberries, raspberries and cherries; to
woodruff, lavender and pumpkins; to rye, corn and Rogues 7 varities of
GYO aroma hop</span></span>s</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Get your tickets <a href="http://www.mauiarts.org/events/maui-brewers-festival-2013/" target="_blank">here</a>. </span></span><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">$5<span style="font-size: small;">0 for general admission</span>, or $60<span style="font-size: small;"> </span>on event day<span style="font-size: small;">.</span> $95<span style="font-size: small;"> for the </span>VIP Rare Beer Tasting.</span></span>denise thayerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13476184683492440237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-988666337729697864.post-2984170700279884332012-07-16T21:11:00.000-10:002012-07-16T22:19:07.548-10:00sushi cravings<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">watanabe san effortlessly creates individual sushi masterpieces of what i consider to be hands down the best sushi on maui. if you love huge cuts of the freshest seafood and sushi rice seasoned to perfection, you have to try sushi paradise is kihei. don't be deceived by the location or ambiance, each sushi is personally crafted by owner and chef watanabe, and each bite a explosion of balanced flavor perfection. but come early or after eight, or you'll be in for a long wait. here are my personal favorites...</span></div>
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we took our first family vacation
on the island of hawaii, starting off at the
mauna kea beach hotel. the fabulous rooms were recently renovated and
refurbished
by john hara associates, which took three rooms and transformed them
into two rooms with an extraordinary bathroom complete with its own
lanai. the manta restaurant is has wine bar and a breathtaking ocean
view. at night the manta rays can be seen feeding in the shallow waters -
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<br />denise thayerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13476184683492440237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-988666337729697864.post-25319872609952000342012-03-27T22:14:00.000-10:002012-03-27T22:14:26.273-10:00getting wild with branches<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHolZwMMCadc_kzhjYR2MOfDR4elCk3riHmNBnBy6QzBVCGis7NxHHOVWOwT8zynpAeAN5E237HWY7VM8uoz7pISGuYsVRZUIuCIJzc364zR28F_vbZvNKajNNZqfRwUBoMNsq3CQdsAXP/s1600/Patrick+Doughtry.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHolZwMMCadc_kzhjYR2MOfDR4elCk3riHmNBnBy6QzBVCGis7NxHHOVWOwT8zynpAeAN5E237HWY7VM8uoz7pISGuYsVRZUIuCIJzc364zR28F_vbZvNKajNNZqfRwUBoMNsq3CQdsAXP/s640/Patrick+Doughtry.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">this beautiful natural sculpture, "on the wild side", by patrick dougherty</span> <span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">was a <a href="http://huinoeau.com/happenings/events/2011-artist-in-residence/" target="_blank">2011 artist in residence</a> project, but still can be enjoyed on the grounds of <a href="http://huinoeau.com/" target="_blank">hui no'eau</a>.</span></div>denise thayerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13476184683492440237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-988666337729697864.post-40867906157920355682012-03-26T17:02:00.000-10:002012-03-26T17:02:42.694-10:00bird's eye views: OGG-HNL<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. it's all about spending time with family and friends eating delicious food, without the commercialism of christmas.</span><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> the theme for this year's thanksgiving feast - mediterranean! there was shwarma with tzatziki (or kalua turkey for the tanksgiving purists), onions, kalamata olives, shredded cabbage, tomatoes and cucumbers to stuff your pitas with. plus sides of mediterranean stuffing and mashed potatoes, tabouleh, and cranberry sauce. sorry to disappoint, but there was no pumpkin baklava, just baklava and a yummy orange spice pumpkin pie. so looking forward to leftovers!</span></div>denise thayerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13476184683492440237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-988666337729697864.post-48309626351461527102011-11-24T21:14:00.000-10:002011-11-24T21:14:06.827-10:00a very happpy thanksgiving<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9hrhfg0U4b5VQtkiOsRSa01Cy71Sw_C-k8in1YNcD2w8yaJww14tj2Y9XWC6GKqky_Pf6BSPCdPldk9RW5U_TFd25eaLrT7m-PIfffTkjc9l9xlJQmhEQ1z9g0CNvf1Cml-YJi_oHvEE0/s1600/Tday+copy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9hrhfg0U4b5VQtkiOsRSa01Cy71Sw_C-k8in1YNcD2w8yaJww14tj2Y9XWC6GKqky_Pf6BSPCdPldk9RW5U_TFd25eaLrT7m-PIfffTkjc9l9xlJQmhEQ1z9g0CNvf1Cml-YJi_oHvEE0/s1600/Tday+copy.jpg" /></a></div>denise thayerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13476184683492440237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-988666337729697864.post-8223661739660055842011-06-15T14:53:00.000-10:002011-06-15T14:53:09.417-10:00bathroom renovation<div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">After living in our home for three years and a baby soon on his way, we finally got serious about renovating our bathroom so that we could actually take a shower in it. When we purchased our 1930s plantation style home it was in the process of being renovated and then flipped. The previous owners had run out of money before they could fix up the bathroom, so we inherited the antique claw foot bathtub, which was in great condition and had a lot of character, but was never hooked up to a water supply. The flooring was an icky, pale blue linoleum reminiscent of a 1970s institution, and the sink was a cheapo all in one. Lastly, the window needed to be changed out - anyone standing in the yard would have a clear view of someone showering from the waist up, and having blinds in a shower just wasn't going to cut it.</span></div><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> </span><br />
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</tbody></table><div style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: justify;">Local contractor, Smith Builders LLC, worked wonders and transformed our old, dilapidated bathroom into what is now my favorite room in the house (it actually saddens me that I can't spend more time in it). There were many challenges in renovating our single wall construction home, a few of which included adding support so that the shower walls could be tiled and a wainscot added along one wall, taking out the existing pulley window and installing a more discrete bathroom type window, the depth of the vanity couldn't be more than 18", and ensuring that the look of plantation style walls remained so that our modern bathroom didn't seem so out of place in our old school home. Smith Builders accomplished all of this plus some work on our laundry room, on time and in budget!</div><div style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Sources:</span></div><ul style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><li><span style="font-size: x-small;">Shower walls & wainscot: Glass 3 x 6 subway tile from Ann Sacks - Lucian in Azure</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-small;">Shower floor: Pebbles 12 x 12 floor interlock from Ann Sacks - Bali in Maluku Tan</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-small;">Bathroom floor: Porcelain 12 x 12 tile from Ann Sacks - Vault in Crema</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-small;">Plumbing fixtures: American Standard from Hawaii Pacific Plumbing</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-small;">Vanity: custom walnut, cabinet maker contracted by Smith Builders</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: x-small;">Sink: Duravit Vero</span></li>
</ul>denise thayerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13476184683492440237noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-988666337729697864.post-57207141681128870972011-06-13T19:05:00.002-10:002011-06-15T15:12:19.949-10:00lana'i love part II - babymoon<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"></span></div><div style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Our second trip to Lana'i was quite different from our previous camping trip. Being seven months pregnant, our trip was more about relaxation and a little bit of pampering before the sleepless nights of parenthood arrived. We enjoyed everything from easy hikes, snorkeling, swimming, spa treatments, golfing and good food. Four Seasons Lana'i was offering great kama'aina room rates, and the short ferry ride from Maui made it the perfect babymoon getaway.</span> </span></div><div style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-align: justify;"><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Cake:</span><br style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;" /><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">1 box yellow cake mix</span><br style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;" /><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">1/2 cup water</span><br style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;" /><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">1/2 cup dark rum</span><br style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;" /><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">1/2 up cooking oil</span><br style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;" /><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">4 eggs</span><br style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;" /><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">1 3-3/4 oz package instant vanilla pudding</span><br style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;" /><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">1/2 cup chopped walnuts</span><br style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;" /><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">1/4 cup sugar</span><br style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;" /><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">2 Tbsp cinnamon</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">1/2 cup butter</span><br style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;" /><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">1/4 cup water</span><br style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;" /><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">1 cup sugar</span><br style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;" /><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">1/2 cup dark rum</span><br style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;" /><br style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;" /><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Preheat oven to 325 degrees.</span><br style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;" /><br style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;" /><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Mix walnuts, sugar and cinnamon and set aside. Grease and flour a bundt pan well. Mix all remaining ingredients together. Put half the nut mixture on the bottom of the pan, pour half the batter then remaining nut mixture, top with remaining batter. Bake for 50 - 60 minutes. </span><br style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;" /><br style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;" /><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Prepare the glaze by melting butter in a sauce pan, add water, and sugar. Boil five minutes. Stir in rum and remove from heat. Poke holes in the cake with a chopstick and drizzle the glaze over the top and down the sides. Let cool. Invert on serving plate.</span><br style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;" /><br style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;" /><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Note: If you want less of a coffee cake like taste, you can eliminate the sugar and cinnamon dry mixture. I just put chopped walnuts on the bottom of the pan and pour in the batter.</span></span>denise thayerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13476184683492440237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-988666337729697864.post-6855827606645384062010-12-21T22:21:00.000-10:002010-12-21T22:21:25.115-10:00on this year's christmas wish list<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I've been lusting after this bag-less vacuum cleaner by <a href="http://www.dyson.com/store/product.asp?product=DC24-ANIMAL&tab=accessories">Dyson</a> (DC24 Animal). If I have to clean, the vacuum would at least make it more fun with it's unique design and ball technology. It comes standard with a mini Turbine Head attachment that is ideal for removing Tibbee fur. </td></tr>
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</tbody></table>denise thayerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13476184683492440237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-988666337729697864.post-20404761691279144472010-11-28T20:35:00.007-10:002010-11-29T21:36:55.832-10:00haute new resort wear boutique<div style="text-align: justify;"> <style>@font-face { font-family: "Arial"; }@font-face { font-family: "Cambria"; }p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal { margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: "Times New Roman"; }div.Section1 { page: Section1; }</style> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">On October 1st a fabulous new boutique opened at the Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea. <i>Cabana</i> is a concept store by Seaside Luxe, the company behind Four Season Resort Hualalai's exquisite <i>Luxe </i>boutique. The store is beautifully furnished with tables and shelves piled with gorgeous fabrics making up colorful Pucci robes, Indah scarves and Vince tees. Glass cases with white coral feature glittering jewelry of semi-precious stones and gold.<br /></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><br /></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"> </span></span><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii-5NjEwJvU-xXUXi4I8cHXq9Y_d0o9y0V-XeIj08N-d9L-7jg__OEZ6aURIXXrtbK-9gwKbxKVonXsH_dG7KqG5sG2-FhEOyMWL7kRgLbwY5aYnSEQihnSKgAzjho32hQikne42PYl_Is/s1600/IMG_0971.JPG"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 328px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii-5NjEwJvU-xXUXi4I8cHXq9Y_d0o9y0V-XeIj08N-d9L-7jg__OEZ6aURIXXrtbK-9gwKbxKVonXsH_dG7KqG5sG2-FhEOyMWL7kRgLbwY5aYnSEQihnSKgAzjho32hQikne42PYl_Is/s400/IMG_0971.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5544868008516713906" border="0" /></a></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">While <i>Cabana</i> definitely caters to Resort guests and pric</span></span><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">e points run slightly higher than what you would find at an outside store, the store carries many brands that can't be fou</span></span><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">nd els</span></span><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">e where on Maui. Some of my favorite fab finds include Sachin + Babi tunics,</span> <span style="font-family: Arial;">Nili Lotan dresses, Joie blouses, Diane Von Furstenburg cover-ups and jewelry by Dezso.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><br /></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoF8d7DX9QYfOgQTudgl-VUJLY4E8rtsziyKzoFI28h_g37SY4K9hyphenhyphen48Rch1IpgJFluNTrQTRKTd8ee1b-jBidFfbZ2Nv8SqiAqVIgwH7gEqVqu0hW5_Dd29Y9zJj-n_QoDUD7WUAyU5yp/s1600/IMG_0957.JPG"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 328px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoF8d7DX9QYfOgQTudgl-VUJLY4E8rtsziyKzoFI28h_g37SY4K9hyphenhyphen48Rch1IpgJFluNTrQTRKTd8ee1b-jBidFfbZ2Nv8SqiAqVIgwH7gEqVqu0hW5_Dd29Y9zJj-n_QoDUD7WUAyU5yp/s400/IMG_0957.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5544868001161977874" border="0" /></a></span></span><br /><i><span style="font-family: Arial;">Cabana</span></i></span> <span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"> primarily features clothing, jewelry, accessories and shoes for women, however they also have super cute kids clothes with finds by locally local designers Coral & Polyp and girls</span></span><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"> tunics by Letarte, as well as a mens section with golf and beach wear. Shelves are well stocked with sunglasses for men and women by Tom Ford and custom James Perse fine knit tees.</span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><br /></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"> </span></span><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisWCw4rGraolspADflwtT3pwe0V9BQKj4XUvagOgSJ1mzw3n2Cr61u1dccNVkLXBBjDxC_5QbKqr1eVDAuL4GQ6Gb-NwjRNfTPE3l7VbEwoY4VfSEw5eoxK09pX05QcQ5vGyvfrD7nOMw0/s1600/IMG_0972.JPG"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 328px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisWCw4rGraolspADflwtT3pwe0V9BQKj4XUvagOgSJ1mzw3n2Cr61u1dccNVkLXBBjDxC_5QbKqr1eVDAuL4GQ6Gb-NwjRNfTPE3l7VbEwoY4VfSEw5eoxK09pX05QcQ5vGyvfrD7nOMw0/s400/IMG_0972.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5544868013295756994" border="0" /></a></span></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><br /></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Looking forward to the opening of Ports, a casual sundries and</span></span><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"> logo wear store, and 22 Knots, which showcases exclusive luxury designers this December at the Four Seasons Resort Maui.</span></span></p> <br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhT9K_xgQMRcDwlqbn4QWvgQzoBUMrM6xPQB9ttvPsH6NeRIOj5cd4pfssSAgrN-lwjyaRq7GtbH5t1q6Bpe1VQM5_vmYMzS-HCsTAHhXCHhKbARyFDHeGJyjWWvuGaKNE1HTCVgDkRvv2/s1600/IMG_0959.JPG"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 328px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhT9K_xgQMRcDwlqbn4QWvgQzoBUMrM6xPQB9ttvPsH6NeRIOj5cd4pfssSAgrN-lwjyaRq7GtbH5t1q6Bpe1VQM5_vmYMzS-HCsTAHhXCHhKbARyFDHeGJyjWWvuGaKNE1HTCVgDkRvv2/s400/IMG_0959.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5544868005873121074" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br /></span></span>denise thayerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13476184683492440237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-988666337729697864.post-91939205108776484982010-11-10T19:49:00.005-10:002010-11-10T21:55:33.086-10:00pasta puttanesca tonight<div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family:arial;">Feeling like a little bit of Italia for dinner, I whipped up a quick batch of puttanesca, a lovely tomato based sauce with some spice. I especially like the combination of basil, kalamata olives and capers. The best part is that it only takes about 10 minutes to prep and 40 minutes to cook. Enjoy!</span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;"></span></div><span style="font-family:arial;"><br /></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXtmQZee-5MuG7HrRTiBHuVCpIuS_G0NkbEK-dvCi-xW2FcvKHK2QDYpV47NlaOiVUM4ht_iHMD8yjUzzNcImw1BsW6s2Rrls9BCWrEnUDBkLfShm1T3zSdrJ7TRsIzvhYU-g4sDCKJYnU/s1600/IMG_1050.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 299px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXtmQZee-5MuG7HrRTiBHuVCpIuS_G0NkbEK-dvCi-xW2FcvKHK2QDYpV47NlaOiVUM4ht_iHMD8yjUzzNcImw1BsW6s2Rrls9BCWrEnUDBkLfShm1T3zSdrJ7TRsIzvhYU-g4sDCKJYnU/s400/IMG_1050.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5538184926019532546" border="0" /></a><span style=";font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >Ingredients </span><div id="ingredients" style="font-family:arial;"> <ul style="font-family:arial;"><li><span style="font-size:100%;">4 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil </span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"> 6 garlic cloves, peeled </span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;">8 anchovy fillets </span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"> 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper </span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;">2 tablespoons tomato paste </span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;">Two 28-ounce can whole peeled Italian tomatoes with their juices, crushed by hand </span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"> Pinch of sugar </span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"> 2 basil sprigs </span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"> 1/4 cup sliced kalamata olives </span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;">2 tablespoons capers, drained </span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"> Salt and freshly ground pepper </span></li></ul><h3 style="font-weight: normal;font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:85%;"> <span style="font-weight: bold;">Directions</span></span></h3><h3 style="font-weight: normal; text-align: justify;font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:85%;">In a large saucepan, heat the oil. Add the garlic, anchovies and crushed red pepper and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 5 minutes. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the canned tomatoes with their juices. Stir in the sugar, basil, olives and capers. Season with salt and pepper and bring to a boil. Simmer the sauce over low heat, stirring occasionally, until it thickens, about 30 minutes. In the meantime prepare pasta of your choice. My favorite pasta with this sauce is penne.</span></h3><span style=";font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" ><br />Feeling like a variation of the puttanesca sauce, here's a great recipe for vodka sauce that's just as easy to prepare:<br /><br /></span><span style=";font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">Ingredients</span><br /></span><ul style="font-family:arial;"><li><span style="font-size:100%;">4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil </span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"> 2 ounces pancetta, diced </span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;">6 garlic cloves, peeled </span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"> 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper </span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"> 1/4 cup vodka </span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;">2 tablespoons tomato paste </span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;">Two 28-ounce can whole peeled Italian tomatoes with their juices, crushed by hand </span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"> Pinch of sugar </span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"> 2 basil sprigs </span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"> Salt<br /></span></li><li><span style="font-size:100%;"> 1/4 cup heavy cream </span></li></ul><h3 style="font-family:arial;"> <span style="font-size:85%;">Directions</span></h3><h3 style="font-weight: normal; text-align: justify;font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:85%;">In a large saucepan, heat the oil. Sauté the pancetta, garlic and crushed red pepper over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 5 minutes. Deglaze with vodka. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the canned tomatoes with their juices. Stir in the sugar and basil, season with salt and pepper and bring to a boil. Simmer the sauce over low heat, stirring occasionally, until it thickens, about 30 minutes. Add heavy cream and simmer for 5 minutes. </span></h3><br /></div>denise thayerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13476184683492440237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-988666337729697864.post-20762975602589334792010-11-01T22:00:00.004-10:002010-11-01T22:33:55.335-10:00happy birthday tibbee!<span style="font-family:arial;">On October 31st my furry, four-legged companion celebrated his 11th birthday with presents, homemade organic dog treats, and an enor</span><span style="font-family:arial;">mous jack-o-la</span><span style="font-family:arial;">ntern</span>.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-family:arial;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVwpvUeK2USjmEqrrmxwICP00N_mQJXcXc94m0VTxruMTxF2FzBfAY5a2FacrwIlwjmlIpA-denfQl8K4PK01-6KKuDVx_ntk0xv8tE_XeKEskOo2A_D9sOn10JO-1uJi0v6YhZ8iqghIO/s1600/IMG_0978.JPG"><span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-family:arial;"></span></span></a><span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-family:arial;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRKu14jh9pMPe_ja_hI9-AS3QFJm7h-KWYX5VeUHJuMD4o8Qjmn2C0hcm6F4PdNcnMTYoTEQwbG8ZpTNU8fFjPMUAx-_9w9wCMc-3dPIajN992iGwh4sIQzx-mPJt6o1J-7tncIw-KyjIb/s1600/IMG_0975.JPG"><img style="display: block; 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margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 328px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSWJk5IyADcEqIXlk6iQTTfKrzD80HBHIJ2bafMASb1fwxAE4iuekhH0rbOwwyTjLv4blLXp9jhsB_VRymp-HpuLRcVcUHAmssz4ORu3wNSwZPTZUxYR9RO44KshvYQUFfckZyrFo_Hjki/s400/IMG_0982.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5534860305098148962" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family:arial;">Tibbee with his birthday jock-o-lantern the cyclops<br /><br /></span></span><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" ><br />Sweet Potato Dog Treats Recipe<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span></span><span style=";font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >Ingredients</span><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">:<br /><br /></span></span><span style=";font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" >1 cup Okinawan sweet potato, steamed, peeled & mashed<br />1 cup canola oil<br />1/2 cup organic honey<br />4 1/2 cups organic rolled oats<br />3 cups all-purpose flour<br />3 cups whole wheat flour<br /><br />Instructions:<br /></span><ol><li><span style="font-family:arial;">In a large mixing bowl mix both flours and the rolled oats</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">Incorporate the sweet potato, oil and honey</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">Add water gradually while mixing until the mixture holds together and can form a ball</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">Divide the mixture into four balls</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">Flour a surface and roll out the ball to a 1/8" thickness</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">Use your favorite cookie cutter or a cup about an inch in a half in diameter to cut circular cookies</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">Repeat with all four balls of mixture<br /></span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">Bake at 375 degrees until the treats are golden brown and crunchy<br /></span></li></ol><span style=";font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" ></span><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family:arial;"></span></span></div></div><span style="font-family:arial;">Makes about 120 small circular treats.</span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;"></span></div>denise thayerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13476184683492440237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-988666337729697864.post-1312708330017992922010-10-13T20:13:00.004-10:002010-10-13T21:47:41.613-10:00quick, easy, delish chicken recipe<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyMiZKzHCOwWkO8cP30DRI0Ba1YgIJDBG9e_v4jcA96DqkT8pkohlnvkXzG3FErJjFjEpQfNKl3VrImUUkDE9j4z6ReBXqVQl5KymAvWxzpkDx0BDl5sKqg1qENxMe4Wqed_CHVlTrfXl9/s1600/IMG_0947.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 328px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyMiZKzHCOwWkO8cP30DRI0Ba1YgIJDBG9e_v4jcA96DqkT8pkohlnvkXzG3FErJjFjEpQfNKl3VrImUUkDE9j4z6ReBXqVQl5KymAvWxzpkDx0BDl5sKqg1qENxMe4Wqed_CHVlTrfXl9/s400/IMG_0947.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5527783743399078466" border="0" /></a><br /></div><span style="font-family:arial;"><br /></span><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family:arial;">If you're looking for an easy dinner recipe, shaun whipped this one up tonight and it was pretty awesome, and it only takes about 30 minutes. Quinoa makes the perfect accompaniment. </span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;"></span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;">CHICKEN PAILLARD WITH CURRIED OYSTER MUSHROOMS</span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;"></span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;">Ingredients:</span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;">extra virgin olive oil</span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;">2 Boneless, skinless chicken breasts</span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;">1 tsp kosher salt</span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;">freshly ground black pepper</span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;">1 Tbsp muchi curry powder</span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;">2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil</span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;">2 cloves minced garlic</span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;">2 scallions thinly sliced, white and light green parts only</span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;">Parsley for garnish</span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;"></span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;">Instructions:</span><br /><ul><li><span style="font-family:arial;">Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Grease a baking pan or sheet with olive oil.</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">Lay the chicken breast flat. Holding knife parallel to surface cut chicken breast in half. Placed the chicken on the baking pan and season with salt, pepper and curry powder.</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">Cut the mushrooms in half inch pieces and toss with curry powder, salt, basil, garlic, scallions, and two tablespoons of olive oil.</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">Top the chicken breasts with the mushroom mix. Bake until mushrooms are golden brown and chicken is cooked through.</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">Serve with quinoa and top with freshly chopped parsley.<br /></span></li></ul><span style="font-family:arial;"></span></div><span style="font-family:arial;"><br /></span>denise thayerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13476184683492440237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-988666337729697864.post-10890684458134250522010-10-10T16:14:00.008-10:002010-10-11T10:37:07.751-10:00nature, culture & history in iao valley<div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family:arial;">Iao Valley State Park has a bit of something for everyone. Whether it’s your first visit or tenth, you can always discover something new and amazing.</span>
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<br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family:arial;">Iao Needle + View of Iao stream, looking towards Kahului </span>
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<br /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0.1pt 0in; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">For the nature lovers</span>: The dense, tropical foliage that covers the mountainsides and valley floor are a natural wonderland for locals and visitors alike. The main attraction here is Iao Needle, made primarily of basalt, juts 2,250 feet above sea level and resembles a finger pointing upward into the heavens. Often the tip of Iao Needle can be found nestled in a bank of clouds, which may be where the name “iao” or “supreme cloud” came from. In addition to the picturesque Iao Needle, there are lookouts that offer views toward Kahului harbor, the valley floor, and Iao stream. Not to be overlooked are the pathways that traverse the botanical gardens and run alongside stretches of the stream, which feature taro patches and other native Hawaiian plants.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0.1pt 0in; text-align: justify;">
<br /><span style="font-family:Arial;"><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0.1pt 0in; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><o:p></o:p><span style="font-weight: bold;">For the history buffs</span>: Iao Needle or </span><span style="font-family:Arial;">Kuka`emoku was known as the phallic stone of Kanaloa, Hawaiian god of the ocean. Of great historical significance is the 1790 Battle of Kapaniwai, where King Kamehameha I fought with Maui’s warriors in his quest to unite the Hawaiian Islands. Iao Needle served as a lookout point for members of the Maui King Kahekili’s army. In the end King Kamehameha and his men defeated Maui’s forces in a fierce fight that changed the course of Hawaii’s history.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0.1pt 0in; text-align: justify;">
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<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Kepaniwai Park's Heritage Gardens Portuguese statue of Mary + Korean structure
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<br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0.1pt 0in; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">For the culture cravers</span>: Kepaniwai Park's Heritage Gardens were established in 1952 to showcase Maui's rich and culturally diverse heritage. There are structures and gardens representing the Hawaiian, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, English, and Filipino ethnicities. Each area is devoted to a particular culture, and displays tell the story of how each ethnic group came to Maui, and often their role in shaping Maui’s history. The ponds and small waterfalls that flow throughout the gardens are fed by Iao stream. I loved taking photos of the unique gardens and buildings, like snapshots of different countries all in one central location.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0.1pt 0in; text-align: justify;">
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Luckily there’s a wonderful eatery near by at the Hawaii Nature Center. Their menu offerings consist of an assortment of sandwiches on homemade bread, salads on Kula greens, and all fruit smoothies. Everything looked delicious and I was torn between the curry chicken salad and the baby brie and bacon sandwich on toasted focaccia. In the end I opted for the healthier choice, chunks of chicken breast tossed with julienned carrots and zucchini on a bed of lettuce and topped with fresh papaya. So yummy!</span></p></div></div>denise thayerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13476184683492440237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-988666337729697864.post-91220289029597484142010-10-06T20:51:00.011-10:002010-10-07T14:59:19.901-10:00haute relaxation on maui<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_oEzmcrGT4jwg8ClnghviatPvvcjYMqcfeZhxDaNi4xnUZsyeSAz2M1YqaBrYKnNef-aVjSdHljLJvp4_Xyb6XakNo_QykmlOwb1mcfVmkKjA9jwRDcAAeXLN-TENL7I1fl0cAXx9sJDO/s1600/IMG_0906.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 328px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_oEzmcrGT4jwg8ClnghviatPvvcjYMqcfeZhxDaNi4xnUZsyeSAz2M1YqaBrYKnNef-aVjSdHljLJvp4_Xyb6XakNo_QykmlOwb1mcfVmkKjA9jwRDcAAeXLN-TENL7I1fl0cAXx9sJDO/s400/IMG_0906.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5525202565539125746" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family:arial;">sunset on the beach in front of four seasons wailea</span></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family:arial;"><br />in celebration of our first anniversary we had the pleasure of staying at the four seasons resort maui in wailea. as always the service was impeccable. the staff went above and beyond to make sure that our stay was nothing short of fabulous. since we were already on maui they arranged for an early check-in. i always love arriving at the fours seasons maui because you're not only welcomed by wonderful staff, but that sweet, floral fragrance that wafts throughout the resort. it's like a combination of orange blossom and mango. </span><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVEA70xBUETZKPY8RkAYK-zYrI9LEYjfICIsB9HvIN03n7WHHxP544gEvK3g26YLQfcq7FXzh1RxsaQxBrlQJ7X8Rsc9bH9Er_bSuGhmYAgINCUqc3XSlz4-Ag6g-M7sElG6l3IgWuDWnO/s1600/IMG_0900.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 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style="font-family:arial;">sweet treats awaited us in our room | tibbee's bath sponges.</span></span><br /></div><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family:arial;"><br /></span></span><div style="text-align: justify; font-family: arial;"><span>upon arriving in our room we were greeted with a handwritten note signed by the general manager and </span><span>a plate of four different sweet treats. </span><span>i love walking into a room with food waiting for me! we also brought our dog tibbee with us, and i think he was even more pampered than we were. he got his own bamboo doggie dish with rawhide bone and b</span><span>ottled water, a dog bed, and bath sponges in letters that spell his name. </span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a 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and a swim up bar that serves up some fabulous cocktails. my favorite cocktail is their blueberry mojito, so refreshing, but a bit light on the rum for my taste. it really is heavenly to hangout at the serenity pool. all cell phones must be silenced, someone comes around with chilled hand towels, someone else ensures that guests have a full glass of ice water, and another person passes out little snacks. in the morning there were tiny pineapple muffins and the afternoon rice crispy treats</span></span>. <span style="font-family:arial;">i could really get used to this haute life!</span><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrlzct_bYxfM9tvUJTLox3NYBqE-LLJ9YPtYphnmbf8quxAHxDFtZGKPWSuxScMQPLP9z7fYRQUDqn-qYSepuWSrX1CB9CGo1Wf4RfEbVFzkcGEkn2QZiM3tLYsd1bVhipyaqRHMhvhaZZ/s1600/IMG_0917.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 262px; height: 320px;" 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the serenity pool | view from the serenity pool</span></span><br /></div><span style="font-family:arial;"><br /></span><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family:arial;">when hunger drove us to leave the serenity pool (you can leave for up to an hour without losing your lounge chairs), we indulged at the breakfast buffet at duo. they have the best breakfast buffet on maui</span>.<span style="font-family:arial;"> my favorites are the bacon, which is always thick and crispy, and the hawaiian sweetbread french toast with berry compote. other onolicous items include made to order organic egg omelets and belgian waffles, eggs benedict, and tons of fresh fruits.</span><br /></div>denise thayerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13476184683492440237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-988666337729697864.post-70372748163056745592010-10-04T20:12:00.006-10:002010-10-05T22:09:44.214-10:00eat local challenge journal day 7<div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family:arial;">on the seventh and final day of kanu hawaii's eat local challenge, we ended up not cooking at all. now if we lived on oahu there were tons of great restaurants that were serving up all local dishes as partners in the eat local challenge. i was hugely disappointed to learn that on maui there was only one eat local challenge partner - zippy's! so as my final post for the challenge i decided to compile a list of maui restaurants that i think would make great partners for the next eat local challenge, or hopefully they will offer an all local option year-round. feel free to leave a comment with other restaurant suggestions. who doesn't love more eating options?!<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">north maui<br /></span>cafe des amis<br /><a href="http://cafemambomaui.com.s29966.gridserver.com/">cafe mambo</a><br /><a href="http://cafeprananui.com/">cafe parna nui</a><br /><a href="http://www.flatbreadcompany.com/2007Home.htm">flatbread company</a><br /><a href="http://www.mamasfishhouse.com/">mama's fish house</a><br /><a href="http://www.onogelatocompany.com/ono_gelato_company.html">ono gelato company</a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span>central maui</span><br /><a href="http://cafeoleirestaurants.com/">cafe o'lei</a><br />maui bake shop & deli<br /><a href="http://www.homemaidbakery.com/">maui maid bakery</a><br />sam sato's<br />soup to nuts<br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Wailuku/Wailuku-Coffee-Company/136091883077613">wailuku coffee company</a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:arial;" >south maui</span> </span><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /><a href="http://cafeoleirestaurants.com/">cafe o'lei</a><br /><a href="http://www.capische.com/">capische?</a><br /></span><a href="http://www.fourseasons.com/maui/dining/ferraro_s_bar_e_ristorante/"><span style="font-family: arial;">ferraro's bar e ristorante</span></a><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="http://www.gannonsrestaurant.com/">gannon's</a><br /><a href="http://www.bevgannonrestaurants.com/joes/">joe's bar & grill</a><br /><a href="http://www.malawailea.com/index.htm">ma'la</a><br /><a href="http://www.onogelatocompany.com/ono_gelato_company.html">ono gelato</a><br /><a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Kihei-HI/Pita-Paradise-Maui-Hawaii/146822615352495">pita paradise</a><br /><a href="http://www.fourseasons.com/maui/dining/spago/">spago</a><br /></span><span style="font-family:arial;"><a href="http://threescateringmaui.com/">three's bar & grill</a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">west maui<br /></span><a href="http://www.iomaui.com/">i'o</a><br /><a href="http://www.lahainagrill.com/">lahaina grill</a><br /><a href="http://www.malaoceantavern.com/">ma'la ocean tavern</a><br /><a href="http://www.merrimanshawaii.com/">merriman's</a><br /><a href="http://www.onogelatocompany.com/ono_gelato_company.html">ono gelato</a><br /><a href="http://www.pacificomaui.com/popup/dinner.htm">pacific'O</a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span></span></div><span style="font-family:arial;"><a href="http://www.pineapplekapalua.com/">pineapple grill</a><br /><a href="http://www.starnoodle.com/">star noodle</a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">upcountry<br /></span><a href="http://www.bevgannonrestaurants.com/haliimaile/">haliimaile general store</a><br /><a href="http://laprovencekula.com/">la provence</a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"></span></span>denise thayerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13476184683492440237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-988666337729697864.post-39331743040698344612010-10-01T23:20:00.012-10:002010-10-07T15:01:13.714-10:00eat local challenge journal day 6 + some westside lovin'<div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family:arial;">eat local challenge day six got off to a late start, literally. i some how managed to sleep through my alarm and was in a rush, so breakfast was on the go. another apple banana from the in-laws' backyard and a piece of maui maid bakery whole wheat toast with </span><span style="font-family:arial;">up-country guava jam from jeff's jams & jellies in makawao, all local. i had a quick all local lunch at my desk consisting of leftover korean tacos from dinner on eat local challenge day four, with a little twist. shaun turned it into a salad by adding some watercress to the veggie/herb mix of lettuce, cilantro, cabbage and green onions, and topped it with the </span><span style="font-family:arial;">gochujang marinated beef, avocado and a squirt of lime juice. the delicious dressing was made be blending the marinade sauce with the vinaigrette for the perfect blend of vinegar and spice. i loved this salad so much that we decided to make a variation of it , but with maui tofu, as our "eat local" pupu for a "tweetup" event at `ulalena in the maui theatre. you can read about the event in peter liu's blog post: <span style="font-style: italic;"><a href="http://kaiscapes.com/2010/10/02/the-power-of-the-tweetup/">the power of the tweetup</a>.</span><a href="http://kaiscapes.com/2010/10/02/the-power-of-the-tweetup/"><span style="font-style: italic;"></span></a><br /></span></div><span style="font-family:arial;"><br /></span><div style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family:arial;"><span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJ-w10q9fbbz_fYF3qQwwn-nZsWqwYdqAza5Vjo6oPSdvBI-H72hRCi5bkT6R7AX77EMU2mbfk1fSqNRa_s43inp5qnGHUPzvhfwniHtKxWWr_7MRJzqeJUicc_GO_e4Si_mof1CONMyrh/s1600/IMG_0893.JPG"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 328px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJ-w10q9fbbz_fYF3qQwwn-nZsWqwYdqAza5Vjo6oPSdvBI-H72hRCi5bkT6R7AX77EMU2mbfk1fSqNRa_s43inp5qnGHUPzvhfwniHtKxWWr_7MRJzqeJUicc_GO_e4Si_mof1CONMyrh/s400/IMG_0893.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5523380549687544978" border="0" /></a></span></span><span style="font-family:arial;"></span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;"></span></div><span style="font-family:arial;"> sticking with my track record for the day, we were running late for the tweetup. on the drive out to lahaina we witnessed the beautiful sunset pictured above. we ended up making it to maui theatre just in time for the start of 'ulalena's show. while i had seen vignettes of 'ulalena's show at mythical magical maui, a fundraiser for hale makua health services, i had never seen the entire performance since i moved to maui. the show was absolutely amazing with stunning aerial acrobatics, unique props, beautiful vocals, awesome percussion and tantalizing dance, all telling the history of hawaii from the formation of the islands to the impact of western influence on the native population. i would recommend that anyone visiting maui see 'ulalena for themselves. the combination of music and dance is spectacular and authentically pays tribute to its hawaiian roots.<br /><br /></span><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:arial;">since we were late for the tweetup, we missed the pupu potluck and decided to pay a long overdue visit to <a href="http://www.starnoodle.com/">star noodle</a> in lahaina. i loved the decor, especially the shepard fairey prints. super clean and contemporary, but not fussy or sterile feeling. we started with two appetizers, the pohole salad of hana fiddle head fern, maui onion, ebi and kombu; and pan roasted </span></span><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:arial;">brussel sprouts with bacon and kim chee puree. the pahole salad would have been good without the dried shrimp and cuttle fish, which were probably added for a more asian flair, but didn't really appeal to me. the pan roasted brussel sprouts were awesome. perfectly cooked through. nice toasty flavor topped with crisp bacon bits. the kim chee puree was a nice, unexpected accompaniment to the brussel sprouts. i ordered the </span></span><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:arial;">kim chee ramen with kim chee, chicken dashi, roast pork, egg and bean sprouts, and was pleasantly surprised. the homemade ramen noodles were delicious, the pork was amazingly tender and moist, and the broth was divine. i've been looking for a good ramen spot on maui, and star noodle is the first ramen restaurant on maui that i'd return to. i'm looking forward to try their other menu items.</span></span><br /></div><span style="font-family:arial;"><br /></span><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhT-pYrJeCiYVSVtCYNSjWPUhLVHWGJAzucRnF2QztOPbYfprxyX_WM4nYBqHl-my34R2pY9w-rLYlVjV9-3pDVSnr10_XaUxz6ACdSLLfrBatXS7FvhgiOIejdbEWg_lmbK4rcMfTE2nAQ/s1600/IMG_0896.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 262px; height: 320px;" 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sprouts | kim chee ramen, yum!</span></span><br /></div>denise thayerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13476184683492440237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-988666337729697864.post-24644336221481755922010-09-30T23:00:00.017-10:002010-10-07T15:02:54.354-10:00eat local challenge journal day 5 + maui county fair<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi12BvTg7z4vIkToc6i1BKvsS41usb0r5lURV0s7wi784a6FqFj-3y9BvQ0KSSY-9D6Afk0sfydMQdscpTa2wkfBL7sKM5o-ZphCDdVMGxQc2118XjX9XGgNE5EP4qB0oB7D8A5tlBmjtRw/s1600/IMG_0867.JPG"><img style="width: 164px; height: 200px; cursor: pointer;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5523000838181147522" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi12BvTg7z4vIkToc6i1BKvsS41usb0r5lURV0s7wi784a6FqFj-3y9BvQ0KSSY-9D6Afk0sfydMQdscpTa2wkfBL7sKM5o-ZphCDdVMGxQc2118XjX9XGgNE5EP4qB0oB7D8A5tlBmjtRw/s200/IMG_0867.JPG" border="0" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEic_36klOOOgjxHcrldSb4jlldcKrENSef8ogkiWo-6oG-oHMNNWMuCPPhRwJTzIGBu9sbYY3gAxbHNxR-utENoQs4jVZjSJACaHCDM5Xvfdfs3HEOGeJF7mX1Rkdcn1CTUK8XWwEK84iw3/s1600/IMG_0869.JPG"><img style="width: 164px; height: 200px; cursor: pointer;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5523000845818480626" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEic_36klOOOgjxHcrldSb4jlldcKrENSef8ogkiWo-6oG-oHMNNWMuCPPhRwJTzIGBu9sbYY3gAxbHNxR-utENoQs4jVZjSJACaHCDM5Xvfdfs3HEOGeJF7mX1Rkdcn1CTUK8XWwEK84iw3/s200/IMG_0869.JPG" border="0" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinzvlmSgRZGcD9t0fwGbzmHjMFOYT3hYlUdbi4vE1N6Krwc-YbzroizgVmgVIhcnJJCGmKA7vAbngYfAXijt4t_dpSCiCGjTOX_LmXOvQRxsSLmJdbwfdSGOdZ4a7j0AjuGiLEvh6r05AD/s1600/IMG_0872.JPG"><img style="width: 164px; height: 200px; cursor: pointer;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5523002599390772002" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinzvlmSgRZGcD9t0fwGbzmHjMFOYT3hYlUdbi4vE1N6Krwc-YbzroizgVmgVIhcnJJCGmKA7vAbngYfAXijt4t_dpSCiCGjTOX_LmXOvQRxsSLmJdbwfdSGOdZ4a7j0AjuGiLEvh6r05AD/s200/IMG_0872.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family:arial;">breakfast | lunch | 88th annual maui county fair.</span></span><br /></div><span style="font-family:arial;"><br /></span><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family:arial;">the fifth day of the kanu hawaii eat local challenge was just that, challenging. with a working lunch meeting and a dinner date with the husband at the maui county fair, i was wondering just how local i'd be eating today. breakfast has proven to be the easiest of the meals to eat entirely local. this morning's breakfast consisted of kula strawberries, an apple banana from the in-laws' backyard, and maui maid bakery whole wheat toast with up-country guava jam from jeff's jams & jellies in makawao.<br /><br />for my lunch meeting we ended up eating at a favorite local downtown wailuku business lunch spot, cafe o lei. i had the blackened mahimahi with papaya salsa on brown rice with a caesar side salad. our server assured me that the mahi was caught fresh locally, so i can sleep easy knowing that the major part of my lunch was local. i have to admit that i'm not really a huge mahi fan, but it was delicious! it was perfectly cooked, not tough or chewy, but moist and flavorful. quite possibly the best mahi that i've ever had. the papaya salsa was the perfect accompaniment, sweet and light but not sugary or mushy.<br /></span></div><span style="font-family:arial;"><br /></span><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi97S3wC6m2n50Ha7cFJXElWFL-XYJ3CPBuj_PBCnWXdUGpgPkQu4qUVBlfiUovFNyf9zFFxYVBPu0doIVDMxuxWVatxdJOPQbAP_McLizmc2QAWUcB2lMSAzjgKhG-4ndH4ZK1Ne7tTPzm/s1600/IMG_0877.JPG"><img 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href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikZ46-XnZewAdcaHwiIAZTO-HNcPGwDKINWABC8724A9jZ6IoPAmluejvvkXsmoqHSG6jN5SStFO9XUFdy97Lt25Z4KCpZYvGncEyXgxZYnLPCQyieiXQmRqRcgJiyP3IgHX10bQ7cQ0Eh/s1600/IMG_0876.JPG"><img style="width: 164px; height: 200px; cursor: pointer;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5523004664226346018" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikZ46-XnZewAdcaHwiIAZTO-HNcPGwDKINWABC8724A9jZ6IoPAmluejvvkXsmoqHSG6jN5SStFO9XUFdy97Lt25Z4KCpZYvGncEyXgxZYnLPCQyieiXQmRqRcgJiyP3IgHX10bQ7cQ0Eh/s200/IMG_0876.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:85%;">passion fruit | buddah's hand citron | heirloom tomatoes.</span></span><br /></div><span style="font-family:arial;"><br /></span><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family:arial;">we enjoyed checking out the wealth of local produce in the war memorial gymnasium. it was amazing to see the numerous different varieties of passion fruit, and the numerous fruits, vegetables, and herbs that can be grown in maui soil. there were even several types of apples grown by haiku school. who new that apples could actually gown in hawaii, and i'm not talking about mountain apples. there was a 330 pound pumpkin, kaffir lime leaves three times the size of the ones we have on our tree at home, beautiful dragon fruit, and even a citrus called "buddah's hand citron". it doesn't really look like it'd be good for squeezing for juice.<br /><br /></span><span style="font-family:arial;">one of the great things about maui county fair is that the food booths are all run by volunteers from non-profit organizations, and each non-profit retains the proceeds from their food booth's sales.</span><span style="font-family:arial;"> my all time favorite booth is chow fun. the noodles were the perfect texture, soft, but not mushy or too thin. the flavor is mild, but can be doctored up with the right amount of tabasco and shoyu. i'm not positive but i'm pretty sure that the chow fun noodles are from a local noodle company. my husband's small kid, nostalgic fair must have is the flying saucer, distinguishable by the long line. a flying saucer consists of a sloppy joe-like mixture sandwiched between two slices of bread that are all placed into a <span style="font-family:arial;">"flying saucer </span></span><span style="font-family:arial;">sandwich press" until the edges sealed together and the outside of the bread is nice and toasty. this year the maui veterans association opted for a healthier starch alternative. flying saucers are now made with whole wheat bread instead of white. shaun is pictured at the top right biting into one of his flying saucers. on to dessert ,and the second longest line at the fair, fried poi mochi! that's gotta be local right?<br /></span></div><span style="font-family:arial;"><br /></span><div style="text-align: center;"><a 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/></div><span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><br /><span style="font-size:100%;">no rides for me, but they make for some fun photos!</span><br /></span></span>denise thayerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13476184683492440237noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-988666337729697864.post-2370669678995163092010-09-29T20:44:00.007-10:002010-10-07T15:03:24.526-10:00eat local challenge journal day 4<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4tytF8mPtT11BvEgIFm1YK3ctque1GkSbTAbE7UWOtbE9miX2z3pXyOc1lgyu4rJ91itLngoNCSHSRu9sd2k39LrJm59pt9zF_T7DPyos5PkYflxf93pfgaWNMoQyuufDttwU8q0_rIB6/s1600/IMG_0860.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 164px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4tytF8mPtT11BvEgIFm1YK3ctque1GkSbTAbE7UWOtbE9miX2z3pXyOc1lgyu4rJ91itLngoNCSHSRu9sd2k39LrJm59pt9zF_T7DPyos5PkYflxf93pfgaWNMoQyuufDttwU8q0_rIB6/s200/IMG_0860.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5522605636641311458" border="0" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiq3XHWNbpIXhMRWUm5rCIBwKonnYXyydCNPufDsNL9-nhZLTpdOn56OvTZVzCdBK989j2bffkk5K-rjiK8qqrmhzU8dEF3nQ6YSqhnL874VlYV1fuBz5L7mXU3-GN2bY-YgukXV3wQhtK/s1600/IMG_0863.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 164px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiq3XHWNbpIXhMRWUm5rCIBwKonnYXyydCNPufDsNL9-nhZLTpdOn56OvTZVzCdBK989j2bffkk5K-rjiK8qqrmhzU8dEF3nQ6YSqhnL874VlYV1fuBz5L7mXU3-GN2bY-YgukXV3wQhtK/s200/IMG_0863.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5522605642488023154" border="0" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaHu41T0CfLHLamYKvcNNR5HcZx-e0putLb6dqgDor-zrDUp-Vas29YtppLo9qiHPLt1J2PjFTmTqVHyAD10lkN_5LJCSpnL5JOyMbNah7ID2Vp_wCOaOMLVpya8ZwCgF9sz2HEgK5thIj/s1600/IMG_0864.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 164px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaHu41T0CfLHLamYKvcNNR5HcZx-e0putLb6dqgDor-zrDUp-Vas29YtppLo9qiHPLt1J2PjFTmTqVHyAD10lkN_5LJCSpnL5JOyMbNah7ID2Vp_wCOaOMLVpya8ZwCgF9sz2HEgK5thIj/s200/IMG_0864.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5522605648401485122" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family:arial;">breakfast. dinner. dessert.</span></span><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family:arial;">day four of kanu hawaii's eat local challenge started off with a yummy two egg omelet, and kula strawberries, which would have been all local had we used <a href="http://www.kaleifoods.com/">ka lei eggs</a> instead of organic cage free omega eggs. the omelet included diced kula sweet onion, italian parsley from our herb garden, diced kamuela tomato, and <a href="http://www.surfinggoatdairy.com/">surfing goat dairy</a> feta. lunch was leftovers again, but dinner was extra delicious</span> <span style="font-family:arial;">korean tacos and entirely local! the sliced beef on salad was also delicious without the tortilla. </span><br /><br /></div><span style="font-family:arial;">KOREAN TACOS<br /><br />beef with marinade:<br />1/4 cup gochujang (korean red pepper paste)<br />1/4 cup aloha brand white vinegar<br />1/4 cup maui brand sugar<br />2 tbsp family sesame oil<br />1 lb maui cattle company flank steak<br /><br />vinaigrette:<br />1/4 cup shoyu<br />1/4 cup aloha brand white vinegar<br />1/8 cup maui brand sugar<br />1 tbsp family sesame oil<br />1 1/2 tsp chili pepper flakes<br /><br />taco toppings:<br />3 green lettuce leaves<br />1 cup shredded cabbage<br />1/2 cup diced sweet kula onion<br />1/2 cup green onions<br />1/8 cup cilantro<br />6 sinoloa flour tortillas<br />lime wedges<br />sliced avacado<br /></span><p style="text-align: justify; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-family:arial;"> <span style="font-size:100%;"><strong>1. </strong>in a bowl, combine the gochujang, vinegar, sugar and sesame oil and mix. add the beef and marinate covered for 4+ hours.<br /></span></p><p style="text-align: justify; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-family:arial;"> <span style="font-size:100%;"><strong>2. </strong>mix vinaigrette ingredients in a small bowl.<br /></span></p><p style="text-align: justify; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-family:arial;"> <span style="font-size:100%;"><strong>3. </strong>grill or saute the beef until cooked. remove from heat and slice. if sauteing the beef, heat the skillet with the sauce and toss in sliced beef until coated.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-family:arial;"><span style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);font-size:100%;" ><strong style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">4. </strong><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">in a large bowl toss lettuce, cabbage, onions, green onions and cilantro with vinaigrette to taste. on a tortilla place the sliced beef, add the salad and top with a couple of slices of avocado</span>. </span></p><span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-family:arial;" ><span style="font-size:100%;"> completely off the local eating grid, shaun had an inclining to make fudge brownies, which were amazing with kula strawberries.</span> </span><br /></span> <span><br /></span>denise thayerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13476184683492440237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-988666337729697864.post-54291560412341024122010-09-28T21:18:00.005-10:002010-10-07T15:03:47.309-10:00eat local challenge journal day 3<div style="text-align: center;"><a style="font-family: arial;" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV_uETgzGdjzve7lNCwN5TFLdJFrjEXO6y6fgJQFd4miI-2nqpKpSgVN5BJJPsNj1sYAf9j_2NXmCo8CWmodgwPyAO0YDCwavVRzWsj4ior7i685EiuYSWenFc1-5exEbfLhjW-otFk7dQ/s1600/IMG_0853.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 164px; height: 200px;" 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href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzUShXIl8mHri5TFpOqj0kn4Av2pVqikXYzWTy2Dl0QLrwfILJNHPTnlbKFs1cM-3B7bDpVyoedu36GuyW_v3uULRBjamY_vv08o_o33DBvt15QO8NgeJQd2zApxJxm3mUpurhprwPz-Aw/s1600/IMG_0859.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 164px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzUShXIl8mHri5TFpOqj0kn4Av2pVqikXYzWTy2Dl0QLrwfILJNHPTnlbKFs1cM-3B7bDpVyoedu36GuyW_v3uULRBjamY_vv08o_o33DBvt15QO8NgeJQd2zApxJxm3mUpurhprwPz-Aw/s200/IMG_0859.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5522233638083261410" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family:arial;"><span style="font-size:85%;">breakfast. lunch. dinner.</span></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family:verdana;"><span style="font-family:arial;"><br />day three of kanu hawaii's eat local challenge consisted of an all local breakfast of red papaya and meadow gold low fat cottage cheese. day two leftover spicy quinoa with cucumbers and tomatoes for lunch.<br /><br />shaun hit up the kahului farmers' market & craft fair at kahului shopping center today to pick-up some locally grown, super fresh choy sum for tonight's dinner. the kahului farmers' market is open tuesday, wednesday and friday from 7am to 4pm. (for a complete list of farmers' markets on maui checkout <a href="http://www.ediblecommunities.com/hawaiianislands/farmers-markets/farmers-markets.htm">edible hawaiian islands' website</a>.) dinner was asian inspired chow fun noodles with beef and choy sum in cantonese-style gravy. here's our recipe:<br /><br />ingredients:<br /><br />vegetable oil<br />1 lb chow fun noodle sheets cut lengthwise into strips (purchased at ah fook's)<br />4 cloves chopped garlic<br /></span></span><span style="font-family:arial;">10 oz maui cattle company top sirloin round tip beef<br />1 lb choy sum / chinese broccoli (purchased at the kahului farmers market)<br />1 tbsp fish sauce<br />1 tbsp aloha brand vinegar<br />1 tbsp aloha brand shoyu<br />1 tbsp </span><span style="visibility: visible;font-family:arial;" id="search" >doenjang </span><span style="visibility: visible;font-family:arial;" id="search" ><span style="font-family:arial;"></span></span><span style="font-family:arial;">/ korean miso paste</span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;">1 tbsp maui brand raw sugar<br />1 tbsp cornstarch, dissolved in 3 tbsp water<br />1 cup organic free range chicken stock<br />sambal chili garlic sauce to taste<br />ground pepper to taste<br />cilantro for garnish<br />toasted sesame seeds for garnish<br /></span><p style="text-align: justify; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-family:arial;"> <span style="font-size:100%;"><strong>1. <span style="font-weight: normal;font-family:arial;" >if your chow fun noodles crack or break when gently pulling them apart, you will want cook them in boiling water prior to frying. </span></strong>heat wok or a large, deep skillet over medium heat. add oil to coat the surface. once the oil is hot add the chow fun noodles and stir fry them gently until they separate. transfer to a separate plate.<br /></span></p><p style="text-align: justify; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-family:arial;"> <span style="font-size:100%;"><strong>2. </strong>add more oil to coat the surface and heat until very hot. add the garlic and toss until golden. add beef until surface is cooked. add the choy sum and cook until bright green.<br /></span></p><p style="text-align: justify; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-family:arial;"> <span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-size:100%;" ><strong>3. <span style="font-weight: normal;font-family:arial;" >add the fish sauce, shoyu, </span></strong></span><span style="visibility: visible; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-family:arial;" id="search" >sambal chili garlic sauce, </span><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-size:100%;" ><strong><span style="font-weight: normal;font-family:arial;" >vinegar, </span></strong></span><span style="visibility: visible; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-family:arial;" id="search" >doenjang, sugar and ground pepper, and toss. then add the corn starch mixture and chicken stock, toss, and simmer until sauce thickens. reduce heat to low and toss in chow fun noodles coating well. serve with cilantro and toasted sesame seeds.</span><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></p><br /></div>denise thayerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13476184683492440237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-988666337729697864.post-47118979608135798842010-09-27T21:31:00.009-10:002010-10-07T15:04:04.049-10:00eat local challenge journal day 2<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4HxbiuNAHochTn4-WY0lRvRBeJNi4FO56g7qiZ8F_RQQ3DzVkmba2D2_LZpXub2fxBeirrkQ9VkE9cavsuS6gz_uPf7BO_Dq-wn5wa3S0i3KRNBcdW-ub5SNgltLLdWdEMEWzG_ia2PFY/s1600/IMG_0847.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; 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width: 164px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBn1OkgeAIi8hCvHp7Sy_SBqAk6KRmuATxBYUIGJnDXAsDqP_TXBxJUSBPzxJxL0h4PZm_LQ9cQKriK4OaSjtlnenZiYvf7DkgiFw8Wr0f4JRZ24TpkAqwzn24OXJUjzAeGLi4osE9f-Ij/s200/IMG_0850.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5522231089681173042" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family:arial;">day two of kanu hawaii's eat local challenge started off with a simple breakfast of kula strawberries with meadow gold low fat cottage cheese, and a piece of whole wheat toast from maui maid bakery. lunch was even easier, leftovers from eat local challenge day one dinner. tonight's dinner was a variation of the spicy quinoa, cucumber and tomato salad featured in the july 13, 2010 issue of the new york times. the below is my adapted recipe trying to use all local ingredients. unfortunately i don't think there are any local companies that produce quinoa. i prefer using japanese cucumbers and grape tomatoes because they add less moisture to the dish, but any type of tomato or cucumber will work</span><br /></div><span style="font-family:arial;"><br />1 cup quinoa<br />2 cups water<br />2 ho farms japanese cucumbers diced<br />1 small red onion finely minced (kula sweet onion, local option)<br />1 small container of hamakua springs grape tomatoes</span><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /><span style="font-family:arial;">2 jalapeños, seeded & finely chopped</span></span><span style=";font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" ><br />1/2 cup chopped cilantro, plus several sprigs for garnish</span><span style=";font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" ><br />2 tablespoons fresh lime juice</span><span style=";font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" ><br />1 1/2 Tbsp red wine vinegar </span><span style=";font-family:arial;font-size:100%;" ><br />2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil<br />salt<br />surfing goat dairy feta cheese crumbled for garnishing<br /></span><p style="text-align: justify; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-family:arial;"> <span style="font-size:100%;"><strong>1. </strong>place one cup of quinoa medium sauce pan and lightly toast. add two cups of water and cover. i cook quinoa like rice, no stirring needed. you can tell the quinoa is done when the germ separates from the seed. the germ looks like a tiny curl. cook time is between 12 - 15 minutes.<br /></span></p><p style="text-align: justify; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-family:arial;"> <span style="font-size:100%;"><strong>2. </strong>meanwhile, place the finely diced cucumber in a colander, and sprinkle with salt. (i used alae salt as the local alternative.) toss and allow to sit for 15 minutes. rinse the cucumber with cold water, and drain on paper towels.<br /></span></p><p style="text-align: justify; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-family:arial;"> <span style="font-size:100%;"><strong>3. </strong>combine the onion, tomatoes, cucumber, </span><span style="font-size:100%;">jalapeños</span><span style="font-size:100%;">, cilantro, vinegar, lime juice and olive oil in a bowl. typically i don't add any salt because the cucumbers retain a lot of the saltiness. once the quinoa has cooled to room temperature i add the quinoa and cilantro. toss together, and taste and adjust seasonings. serve garnished with feta cheese and cilantro sprigs. </span></p>denise thayerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13476184683492440237noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-988666337729697864.post-91918205535390620402010-09-26T20:28:00.006-10:002010-09-28T20:50:44.414-10:00eat local challenge journal day 1<div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);font-family:arial;" >today was the first day of kanu hawaii's week long eat local challenge, which encourages hawaii residents to eat all locally grown foods from september 26 through october 2. did you know that if air and barge freight weren't possible, our food supplies would only last 14 days! the vulnerability of our food supply should encourage all hawaii residents to build a more sustainable, secure food supply.</span></div><p style="text-align: justify; color: rgb(102, 102, 102);font-family:arial;"><span style="font-family:arial;">we did our grocery shopping for the week at whole foods market kahului and foodland kahului, both are partners in the eat local challenge. for tonight's dinner we had beef tofu served on a bed of quinoa. the recipe below is an adaptation from the pork tofu recipe found on the back of waipoli hydroponics' watercress packaging. we opted for beef instead of pork since we knew we could easily get maui cattle company beef from whole foods m</span><span style="font-family:arial;">arket. dinner was healthy, fresh and delicious!<br /></span></p><p style="text-align: justify; color: rgb(102, 102, 102);" face="arial"><span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP2tY7phWSIOIP0OGb_aMKT66g5VrjEBIyBeYro0RVh68D4jP4Z0QU2Gg6whfJ88EWEXP-CTX_gTxzw2iAGlRTMsf71afMHbT0zeAJgrJ3SnQMxCwd4OQk9-MQr8CI538rVx8jgvt2SV_z/s1600/photo.JPG"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 328px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP2tY7phWSIOIP0OGb_aMKT66g5VrjEBIyBeYro0RVh68D4jP4Z0QU2Gg6whfJ88EWEXP-CTX_gTxzw2iAGlRTMsf71afMHbT0zeAJgrJ3SnQMxCwd4OQk9-MQr8CI538rVx8jgvt2SV_z/s400/photo.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5521498880388608386" border="0" /></a></span></p><ul style="color: rgb(102, 102, 102);"><li><span style="font-family:arial;">10 oz maui cattle company top sirloin round tip beef*</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">1 block maui made firm tofu*</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">1 kula sweet onion*</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">1/4 lb hamakua mushrooms*</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">red bell pepper</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">garlic<br /></span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">1 bunch green onions</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">1 bunch waipoli hydroponic watercress*</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">1/3 cup aloha shoyu*</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">2 Tbsp grated ginger*<br /></span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">1 Tbsp mirin</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">2 Tbsp maui brand raw sugar*<br /></span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">rice vinegar</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">homemade chili pepper vinegar*</span></li><li><span style="font-family:arial;">sesame seeds for garnish</span></li></ul><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family:arial;">* designates items that are locally grown or made</span></span>denise thayerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13476184683492440237noreply@blogger.com0