Homemade Ice Cream Without the High Calories

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I found a healthy recipe to replace ice cream that I wanted to share with my readers. Imagine eating a tasty frozen dessert that is good for you and that you can enjoy without calorie or guilt. This recipe tastes so delicious that it is hard to tell that it is missing all the fat and sugar of regular ice cream. You can feel good about serving this frozen dessert as a healthy snack for your children. More »

Muffins

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Right now, I'm working on whole wheat muffins. A muffin is basically a single-serving quick bread. One of the reasons I like them is because they freeze so well. You can make lots of them, in many different flavors, and then just pull out a few of each flavor as needed! Muffins are good for using up leftover veggies and fruits. And they can be packed with fiber, helping to keep muffin tops in their rightful place, instead of hanging over our jeans! More »

Lau Lau

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One of my most asked-for recipes is that staple of Hawaiian dining, the lau lau. Hawaii's original one-dish dinner. The lau lau is versatile, ono, and ideal for make-ahead meals. More »

Food and Your Mood

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It's October, and I cannot believe how the time has flown. Some folks are anticipating the Holidays and the festivities while others are dreading the expectations of the upcoming season. I will show you how to make you and your family feel good. More »

Popcorn the Old Fashioned Way

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Don't you love the smell of fresh popped corn? There have been warnings about microwave popcorn. I will show you how easy it is to make fresh popped popcorn on your stove top in minutes. You can add flavorings like garlic salt, chili powder or chili oil before cooking the corn kernels. After it is cooked you can sprinkle with garlic salt, parmesan cheese, or any sprinkle type flavoring you can think of. More »

Household Hints Island Style - Part 1

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I want to share some of my favorite household hints. I am always looking for a better way to do things and save time, energy, and money. Some of these are from folks I know who have shared their favorites and some are my own creations. More »

Gold Country Bread Pudding

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While visiting the mainland I stumbled upon a historical hotel called The Holbrooke in Grass Valley California. The general manager, Sean Gilleran and the Chef, Jared Gettler were gracious in sharing their version of bread pudding. More »

Let's Eat Therapy Sports Grill In Koko Marina!

Rated 4.6 Stars

In the food and beverage industry, being in the right place at the right time is easier said than done. Soup to nuts, the F&B industry in general is one of the toughest businesses out there. To survive, or to even get something started, takes a network of business associates, deep pockets, aggressiveness, creativity, intuition, common sense, a whole lot of luck and a bunch of big and small legalities, intricacies and details in between. More »

Tutu’s Sticky Pecan Cinnamon Rolls

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If you like gooey, sticky, cinnamon rolls this is the recipe for you. I combined several recipe ideas to create this easy to make combined version of an all time favorite. If I can make it, anyone can, even a cave woman. It takes just over an hour to put together, no kidding. More »

Kona Coffee Haupia Coconut Frost

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Imagine the rich taste of Kona coffee intertwined with Island coconut. Add to that a cool, creamy, refreshing, frosty, feel-good-to-the-mouth feeling on a hot summer day. This Kona Coffee Haupia Coconut Frost is easy to make and will not disappoint even the most discerning palates. More »

Helming the Flagship of the Roy's Restaurant Empire - A Conversation with Ronnie Nasuti

There is a dashing quality to Ronnie Nasuti (pronounced 'na-zoo-tee') and it's related to an attitude of confidence that comes from a clear understanding of his role and place in the world. As a husband, father and executive chef of the Hawaii Kai flagship of the Roy's restaurant empire, he sees life in terms of what his responsibilities are to accomplish the task at hand rather than wasting a lot of time thinking about them - no navel gazing going on here. The attitude is not the least bit arrogant, and he is, in fact, quite humble as befits someone who hasn't always had it easy and who is very appreciative of where he is in his life. More »

BRACIOLE...An Italian Delicacy

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In my mother's home every Sunday we always had spaghetti sauce with meatballs and sausage. If we were lucky and mom had the time, she would make a rolled up meat delicacy called braciole. Pronounced "brah shawl". I will show you how to make this rolled up, pounded round steak, filled with cheese, garlic, toasted bread crumbs, herbs, and olive oil that will melt in your mouth. More »