If Lilo and Stitch taught us something, it’s the meaning of family or Ohana.
Hawaii culture is an ancient blend of layers of ethnic influences and is a rich and unique tradition comprised of values, legends, music, dance and customs. Many traditional Hawaiian foods are dishes originally brought over from Pacific Polynesian islands.
Before the arrival of Polynesian voyagers in Hawaii between 300-500 AD, few edible plants existed in the Islands. It is believed that these first settlers brought around 30 plants with them. The most important one was taro, of which a paste called poi was made. Later settlers from the Marquesas and Tahiti brought breadfruit, baked banana, as well as coconuts, sugarcane, sweet potatoes and yams. They also brought chicken, pigs and dogs with them since there weren't any meat animals on these remote islands. What they found plenty in the new land was fish.
Now Hawaii’s tropical climate allows for the production of many exotic crops that you cannot find anywhere else in the United States. Hawaii is the only state where coffee is commercially produced, which has led to the world-famous Kona coffee and the just as tasty but less well-known coffees from the Ka’u, Puna and Hamakua districts.
Sea salt was the most common seasoning in ancient Hawaii. It was often mixed together with roasted and mashed kukui nuts and seaweed and was called inamona. Whenever there was an important occasion, a special feast, called ‘aha‘aina was held. Today, people call it lū‘au. The word lū‘au comes from the name of the food that was always served at an ‘aha‘aina, which was baked young taro tops with coconut milk and chicken or octopus.
Taro was the backbone of the ancient diet. Hawaiians ate taro in several forms, but the most common way was as poi, a thick starchy paste eaten with the fingers. Poi is one the most popular Hawaiian dishes, followed by poke. Poke is raw fish marinated typically with soy sauce, onions and lemon. It is very typical to Hawaii and comes in an array of styles. It is one of the most popular Hawaiian dishes in NYC.
New York has recently become a growing market for Hawaiian restaurants. With many opening around the city, only a few have captured the real essence of Hawaiian culture. Maui Onion Poke Bar is one of the few who offers authentic and fresh Hawaiian dishes in NYC. They focus on bringing great harmony between the ingredients and making every dish simple, easy and fresh. With great service and extensive menu, Maui Onion Poke Bar serves one of the best poke in town. Their attention to traditional flavors and textures is commendable. First time here is always an adventure but the final meal is worth it. If you’re trying Hawaiian food for the first time, there’s no other place like this.
Hawaii culture is an ancient blend of layers of ethnic influences and is a rich and unique tradition comprised of values, legends, music, dance and customs. Many traditional Hawaiian foods are dishes originally brought over from Pacific Polynesian islands.
Before the arrival of Polynesian voyagers in Hawaii between 300-500 AD, few edible plants existed in the Islands. It is believed that these first settlers brought around 30 plants with them. The most important one was taro, of which a paste called poi was made. Later settlers from the Marquesas and Tahiti brought breadfruit, baked banana, as well as coconuts, sugarcane, sweet potatoes and yams. They also brought chicken, pigs and dogs with them since there weren't any meat animals on these remote islands. What they found plenty in the new land was fish.
Now Hawaii’s tropical climate allows for the production of many exotic crops that you cannot find anywhere else in the United States. Hawaii is the only state where coffee is commercially produced, which has led to the world-famous Kona coffee and the just as tasty but less well-known coffees from the Ka’u, Puna and Hamakua districts.
Sea salt was the most common seasoning in ancient Hawaii. It was often mixed together with roasted and mashed kukui nuts and seaweed and was called inamona. Whenever there was an important occasion, a special feast, called ‘aha‘aina was held. Today, people call it lū‘au. The word lū‘au comes from the name of the food that was always served at an ‘aha‘aina, which was baked young taro tops with coconut milk and chicken or octopus.
Taro was the backbone of the ancient diet. Hawaiians ate taro in several forms, but the most common way was as poi, a thick starchy paste eaten with the fingers. Poi is one the most popular Hawaiian dishes, followed by poke. Poke is raw fish marinated typically with soy sauce, onions and lemon. It is very typical to Hawaii and comes in an array of styles. It is one of the most popular Hawaiian dishes in NYC.
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| Maui Onion - Hawaiian Restaurant in New York |
New York has recently become a growing market for Hawaiian restaurants. With many opening around the city, only a few have captured the real essence of Hawaiian culture. Maui Onion Poke Bar is one of the few who offers authentic and fresh Hawaiian dishes in NYC. They focus on bringing great harmony between the ingredients and making every dish simple, easy and fresh. With great service and extensive menu, Maui Onion Poke Bar serves one of the best poke in town. Their attention to traditional flavors and textures is commendable. First time here is always an adventure but the final meal is worth it. If you’re trying Hawaiian food for the first time, there’s no other place like this.
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