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Waikiki Beaches :: Kahanamoku Ft DeRussy Grays Royal Moana Kuhio Queens Dig Me :: Honolulu Hotels Activities Help Oahu and Honolulu Travel Guide Your Ad Here Waikiki Beaches Beaches :: Kahanamoku ~ San Souci From the west to east end (Ewa to Diamond Head), these are the beaches of Waikiki. Read this "Star-Bulletin" article about beach safety in Hawaii . Kahanamoku Beach Waikiki, Honolulu, Hawaii. Named for Duke Kahanamoku, who popularized surfing to the rest of the world, this man-made beach and the lagoon were finished in 1956. Location :: In front of the Hilton Hawaiian Village, Ewa (west) end of Waikiki. Access :: Kalia Rd, then Paoa Pl. Services :: Rest rooms, surf board rentals, beach equipment, food and drink concessions, catamaran cruises. Notes :: The Hilton is also known as the "Rainbow Hilton" because of the rainbow mural covering the makai end of the hotel. It was the opening credits of the TV show "Hawaii Five-0." Fort DeRussy Beach Waikiki, Honolulu, Hawaii. Owned by the US military and open to the general public. Location :: In front of Ft. DeRussy and the Hale Koa Hotel. Access :: There's a right-of-way through DeRussy from the street to the beach. Services :: Rest rooms, picnic grounds, food and drink concessions. Notes :: There's no "fort" on the grounds. It's a park-like setting amidst the hotels. There are a few buildings (U.S. Army Museum of Hawai`i) and a military-only R&R hotel. Gray's Beach Waikiki, Honolulu, Hawaii. Named for the small inn that stood here in the early 1900's. Read about the writer Earl Biggers and Charlie Chan . Location :: In front of the Halekulani Hotel Access :: Pathway between the Waikiki Parc and the Halekulani hotels. Services :: Rest rooms, surf board rentals, beach equipment, food and drink concessions, outrigger canoe and catamaran cruises. Notes :: Sandy bottom, gentle waves, shallow, good swimming. The Paradise and Number Three's surf breaks are off shore. Royal Moana Beach (Kahaloa and Ulokou Beaches), Waikiki, Honolulu, Hawaii. Location :: Between the Royal Hawaiian Hotel and the Sheraton Moana Surfrider Hotel. Access :: Off Kalakaua Avenue. Services :: Branch police station, rest rooms, changing facilities, surf board rentals and lessons, beach equipment, food and drink concessions, catamaran cruises. Notes :: Popular's, Queen's, and Canoes, surf breaks are off shore. Kuhio Beach and Waikiki Beach Center Waikiki, Honolulu, Hawaii. Location :: Waikiki Beach Center down to about Kapahulu Avenue. Access :: Kalakaua Avenue. Services :: Rest rooms, concessions, lifeguards, snorkeling, surfing. Notes :: The retaining wall ("Slippery Wall") creates a very gentle swimming area, which is great for kids. City's Waikiki Beach Cam and Kuhio Beach Cam Queen's Surf Beach Waikiki, Honolulu, Hawaii. Named after Queen Liliuokalani's beach house which used to stand here. Location :: Between the Honolulu Zoo and the Waikiki Aquarium. Access :: Kalakaua Avenue. Services :: Rest rooms, showers, barbecue grills, picnic tables. Notes :: A gentle beach. San Souci Beach (Dig Me Beach), Waikiki, Honolulu, Hawaii. Nicknamed "dig me" for all the bikinis on display. Location :: Between New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel and the Waikiki Natatorium Access :: Parking lot east of the Natatorium off Kalakaua Avenue. Services :: Beach showers, but changing rooms are at the Natatorium. Notes :: A gentle beach that attracts a lot of families with a coral reef for snorkeling further out, but triathletes often train out beyond the reefs. Writer Robert Louis Stevenson ("Treasure Island") lived here when he was in Hawii. «« previous page Thank you for visiting RoyalElephant and please come back soon. Home :: About us :: Feedback :: Public Relations :: Blog Me! :: Connect © 2001 - 2005 Royal Elephant. All rights reserved. Home On the Lanai blog Hawaii Oahu Honolulu Oahu facts Guides Oahu Guide Honolulu Guide North Shore Guide Waikiki Guide Windward Guide more What to do Waikiki Pearl Harbor Tours Oahu Tours Honolulu Tour Pearl Harbor Tour Waikiki Tour I Waikiki Tour II Windward Tour Beaches Oahu beaches Leeward I Leeward II Leeward III North Shore I North Shore II Waikiki Windward I Windward II Windward III more Aloha Flea Market Charlie Chan Diamond Head Hike Golf Museums Weddings Webcams Maui Big Island Kauai Hotels & Resorts Air cars & cruises Hawaii Guides Hawaii Shop Essentials Hawaiian Malama care Nude beaches Virtual Hawaii Webcams Hawaii Club Forum Free Newsletter Oahu Guides Fodors Honolulu & Waikiki Driving and Discovering Oahu North Shore Chronicles: Big Wave Surfing Frommer's Honolulu, Waikiki & Oahu

Hawaii Honeymoon

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Hawaiian Recipes Seafood Glossary

Hawaii Food Glossary - Luau Foods and Recipes  You are here: About > Travel > Hawaii / South Pacific for Visitors Travel Go Hawaii Essentials Which Hawaiian Island Suits You Best? Clickable Map of the Hawaiian Islands Beach Guide Hawaii Pictures Clickable Map of Maui, Hawaii Topics A Hawaii Vacation Planner Big Island of Hawaii Kauai Maui / Molokai / Lanai Oahu / Honolulu / Waikiki South Pacific Culture, History & Language Hawaii Lodging Hula Luau Maps and Weather Pearl Harbor Photos, Video & Cams Recipes Shopping and Gifts Buyer's Guide Tastes of Paradise from Hilo Hattie HilHilo Hattie Dresses and Sarongs Multi-Day Guided Tours Top Hawaii Guidebooks Top Maui / Molokai / Lanai Guidebooks Forums Help FREE Newsletter Sign Up Now for the Hawaii / South Pacific for Visitors newsletter! See Online Courses   Search Hawaii / South Pacific for Visitors Hawaiian Food Glossary Part 2: Luau Foods and Recipes When visiting Hawaii, you will encounter many foods names and terms that may seem quite foreign to you. This is due to the fact that Hawaii is such a melting pot of cultures from around the world, with influences from the Chinese, Filipino, Hawaiian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Puerto Rican, Samoan, Thai, Vietnamese and others. In this series, we take a look at some of the common foods and food terms that you'll find in the islands. Related Resources Hawaiian Recipes Seafood Glossary From Other Guides Asian Seafood Recipes Hawaiian Grilling Japanese Seafood Recipes Planning a Hawaiian Luau In this second part of ourseries, we look at the foods that you are likely to find at one or more of themany luaus throughout Hawaii. While you won't find every one of these foods atevery individual luau, we're confident that we have covered most of the foodsthat you are likely to find at any luau that you choose. In the event that you wouldlike to try to cook some of these foods yourself, we've included links torecipes for most of the dishes listed. At the end of the glossary we providelinks to several related books of interest. Luau Foods Cocktails & Tropical Drinks Check out our recipes for such great tropical favorites as Mai Tai's, Pia Colada's, Blue Hawaii's, Lava Flow's and many more. Banana Bread This favorite made with mashed ripe bananas is often offered at luaus. Banana / Coconut / Guava Cake You'll probably find one of these tropical flavored cakes at almost any luau that you attend in Hawaii. Char Siu These delicious rich, red spareribs are a favorite thanks to the Chinese immigrants to Hawaii. Chicken Adobo (recipe from Hawaii's own Governor Ben Cayatano) This national dish of the Philippines is a favorite at luaus. It is a stew with chicken and pork (or beef, shellfish) in a sauce of white vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and peppercorns. Chicken Katsu Japanese style fried chicken most often served with Tonkatsu sauce. Chicken Long Rice Another staple at most luaus, this Chinese side-dish is made with chicken and long rice, oriental vermicelli, or saifun (bean strands). Chicken Lu`au A Hawaiian favorite made with chicken cooked with taro leaves (or spinach) and coconut milk Corn Chowder A modern Hawaiian favorite made with chicken stock, potatoes, onion, celery and creamed corn. Fried Rice A standard of Chinese cuisine, fried rice can be made with meat or seafood and a wide assortment of vegetables. Haupia A traditional Hawaiian coconut flavored dessert that is best described as a "stiff pudding". Huli-Huli Chicken Hawaii's own version of barbecued chicken is cooked with Huli-Huli Sauce (made with pure Hawaiian brown sugar cane along with soy sauce, fresh ginger and more). Kalua Pig (make at home recipe) Kalua Pig (cooked in an imu - underground oven) The featured dish at every luau, Kalua Pig is slow-cooked whole in an imu (underground oven) for many hours. Kim Chee Great as a dip for pupu's (appetizers) or a stand-alone side dish, Korean style Kim Chee is made of fresh island cabbage, chili peppers, ginger, garlic and other seasonings. Kulolo A Hawaiian pudding made of taro, brown sugar and coconut milk. Lau Lau Salt butterfish, beef, chicken or pork wrapped in taro or ti leaves and then steamed. Lomi Lomi Salmon From the Hawaiian words to massage, knead or rub, Lomi Lomi Salmon is made with cold diced salmon, tomatoes and onion. It is found at almost every luau in the islands. Lu`au Taro leaves, often baked with coconut cream and chicken or octopus; the word eventually came to mean a Hawaiian feast, which is also known as 'aha'aina or pa'ina. Macaroni Salad (Island Style) A mainland favorite brought to Hawaii is served at many luaus. Like many salads, it can be made many different ways. Mahi Mahi with Teriyaki Sauce Marinade Sauteed Mahi Mahi Seared Toasted Macadamia Nut Mahi Mahi with Citrus Ako-Miso Sauce This Hawaiian favorite white, sweet, moderately dense fish is most often served at luaus either baked or sauted. Mango Bread This version of mango bread is from a recipe by Hawaii's most famous chef, Sam Choy. Pineapple Still grown in Hawaii, fresh pineapple can almost always be found at a luau, often in chunks at the salad area. Pipikaula Hawaiian-style beef jerky Poi One of the staple foods of the Hawaiian diet, poi is a thick, purple-colored paste made by pounding taro. Poi can be bought fresh or "day-old," which allows a sour flavor to develop. Poi is labeled "one-finger," "two-finger" or "three-finger" to describe its consistency--the thicker the poi, the fewer fingers needed to scoop it up. Today, is it used in many Hawaiian recipes or served as a side dish. Poi Dinner Rolls These delicious purple-colored rolls made from taro flour are a staple at almost every luau. If you know of a good recipe, let me know! Poke Most often seen made with the freshest raw ahi (tuna), poke makes a great pupu (appetizer) for any meal. Portuguese Bean Soup A delicious soup made with cabbage, kidney beans and Portuguese sausage. Portuguese Sweet Bread Portuguese sweet bread (pao doce), sometimes labeled Hawaiian sweet bread, is a staple and good for making French toast in the morning. Pupu The pupu platter found at many luaus is basically a platter of hors d'oeuvres, island style. Sweet Potatoes A delicious side-dish found at almost every luau in Hawaii. Teriyaki Beef A Japanese favorite of beef marinated in teriyaki sauce and island seasonings and then broiled or grilled. The same recipe can also be used with chicken. Ti Leaves Ti leaves are used in Hawaiian cooking to wrap foods that are to be cooked. The leaves are removed before the food is eaten. Dried ti leaves, which can be found in some ethnic markets, must be soaked to soften before they can be used. Taro Also known as kalo , taro leaves are eaten as a vegetable or wrapped around fish and meats. The root is cooked and pounded into poi . RelatedBooks of Interest Alan Fong'sNew Wave Luau by Alan Wong An excellent cookbook by one of the premier chefs of Hawaiian Regional Cuisine.Wong shows you how to take traditional luau foods and prepare them in all newand exciting ways. EntertainingHawaiian Style: The How to Book of Hawaiian Luaus by Patricia L. Fry This book is a great place to start if you want to hold a luau in your ownbackyard. It covers everything from how to cook a kalua pig and other luau foodsto even how to speak some basic Hawaiian. Hawaii's Best Tropical Food and Drinks by Hawaiian Service Inc. If you're looking to find out how to make that specialty Hawaiian drink, thisbook is for you. From John Fischer , Your Guide to Hawaii / South Pacific for Visitors . FREE Newsletter. Sign Up Now! Advertisement Most Popular Nudist Beaches in Hawaii Hawaii Photos Hawaii Pictures Life's a Beach in Hawaii - Our collection of photos of peopl... Hawaiian Island Scorecard What's Hot Top Picks in Hawaiian Coffee Kamehameha the Great Kalua Pig Waikiki Beach, Oahu - Life's a Beach in Hawaii - Hawaii Beac... 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OAHU : Swimming Beaches

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Thisshore is a good place to learn and improve your aquaticskills. Caution should be taken during seasonal highsurf in the Summer. New comers should be very carefulwhen they body surf off the South shore, especially at SandyBeach . Ask the lifeguards about conditions! And, if in doubt,just stay out! Box jellyfish regularly "swarm" to Hawaii's South shoresabout ten days after the full moon. Be well forewarned; observeposted signs and be attentive to mediaannouncements. These are the most popular, guarded beaches on theSouth Shore: AlaMoana Beach Park , WaikikiBeach , HanaumaBay Nature Park , and SandyBeach . THENORTH SHORE -- This coastline, blessed withpristine white sand beaches, is known for its world-classsurfing, body boarding, and body surfing. (... And, thespectacular sunsets at SunsetBeach .) Listen to surf reports on the radio and television, orcheck out other sources like newspapers - about approachingswells and surf forecasts. Check out the local conditions fromlifeguards, surfers or fisherman before you enter into thewater. Caution is advised especially during the Wintermonths when waves may reach heights of up to twenty-five feet plus. The bestsurfers in the world ask the lifeguards about conditions, youshould, too. And, if in doubt, just stay out! From Junethrough September there are incidents of stinging limu (seaweed) along beach front near Laie. Heedpostings and warnings about it. These are the most popular, guarded beaches on theNorth Shore: SunsetBeach Park , Ehukai(The Banzai Pipeline) Beach Park , KeWa`enaBeach , WaimeaBay Beach Park , and Ali`iBeach Park . THE EASTSHORE -- This coastline known as the Windwardcoast has lush tropical beach settings which are favoritelocations for windsurfing and sailing enthusiasts. With tradewinds, Northeast winds blowing inshore 90percent of the year, watch out for the Portugueseman-of-war (stinging blue jelly-like fish - Physalia) ;they can pose a problem for beach-goers. From Junethrough September there are incidents of stinging limu (seaweed) along beach front on the MokapuPeninsula in Kaneohe Bay and Kailua Bay, especially at Kailua BeachPark . Heed postings and warnings about it. These are the most popular, guarded beaches on theEast Shore: Makapu`uBeach Park , BellowsBeach Park , KailuaBeach Park , and KualoaRegional Park . THE WESTSHORE -- This coast is more arid than theWindward coast and has many excellent beaches. This coast isknown for its great offshore fishing spots. Caution is advised during the Winter months when waves reach heights fifteen feet plus. Be sure to ask thelifeguards about prevailing conditions. And, if in doubt, juststay out! From Junethrough September there are incidents of stinging limu (seaweed) along beach front near Ewa. Heedpostings and warnings about it. Box jellyfish regularly "swarm" to Hawaii's Leeward shoresabout ten days after the full moon. Be well forewarned; observeposted signs and be attentive to mediaannouncements. This shore is in the driest areas of O`ahu. Be sureyou and any keiki (children) who might be with you drink plentyof fluids to avoid dehydration. Be sunsafe and sensible : Be sure to wear a broadspectrum sun block, tanning lotion, or cream with a sunprotective factor (SPF) of at least 15+ - and re-apply it everytwo hours. Don't forget your sunglasses and to wear a hat with awide brim, too! These are the most popular, guarded beaches on theWest Shore: MakahaBeach Park , Pokai BayBeach Park , NanakuliBeach Park , and Ma`iliBeach Park . Search Amazon.com for the Latest Books on Hawaii's Beaches: Keyword Search: Press Go! to Search! We strongly recommend John R. K. Clark's book, Hawaii's BestBeaches . OCEAN INFORMATION -- For adetailed description of the Pacific Ocean's marine climate, waterproperties, currents, tides, waves, etc., please visit TheOcean Atlas of Hawai`i online. You'll learn many interestingfacts, like our average surface water temperature in Winter is 75ºF (24º C) and 81º F (27º C) in theSummer. Call 596-SURF (that's 596-7873 )to hear a recorded message on conditions at various O`ahubeaches. The recording is a free service of the Surf NewsNetwork ( SNN ) and is updated four times a day, 365 days ayear, at 7 a.m., noon, 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. In addition to waveheights, SNN provides information on winds, tides, and buoyreadings. TheBus : Oahu's beaches are very accessibleby the public bus service: call 848-5555 [Voice/Text (TTY)852-6080] for TheBus scheduling and routinginformation. HERE ARE SOME BASIC OCEAN SAFETY TIPS: Swim in Lifeguarded Areas Never Swim Alone Don't Dive Into Unknown Water or Into Shallow BreakingWaves Ask a Lifeguard About Beach andSurf Conditions Before Swimming If You Are Unable to Swim Out of a Strong Current, Signal forHelp Rely on Your Swimming Ability Rather Than a FlotationDevice Look For, Read and Obey All Beach SafetySigns and Symbols If In Doubt, Just Stay Out! Return to our Beach Hale (Home) Aloha Page. Or, you can also use the following links for your tour ofOahu's beaches: SouthShore , NorthShore , EastShore , and the WestShore . You can also use the following pick list to "surf" to aparticular shore or guarded beach, or learn about an importantocean safety topic: Scroll Down for Key Web Pages of ThisSite ~BEACH DIRECTORY FOR O`AHU, HAWAI`I ~ ~THE NORTH SHORE ~ Sunset Beach Ehukai (The Banzai Pipeline) KeWa`ena Beach Waimea Bay Ali`iBeach ~THE SOUTH SHORE ~ Ala Moana Waikiki Hanauma Bay SandyBeach ~THE EAST SHORE ~ Makapu`u Bellows Kailua Kualoa ~THE WEST SHORE ~ Makaha PokaiBay Nanakuli Ma`ili ----------------------------------- Sharks of Hawai`i Beach & Ocean Hazards Be SunSafe & Sensible! Dangerous Ocean Critters Ocean Safety Signs ----------------------------------- Hawaiian Lifeguards' Home Page Hawaiian Lifeguard Association ----------------------------------- WebSite Map Search this site or the Web withGoogle: Search aloha.com Web Search Suggestions, comments and recommendations arewelcomed. These pages are a project of the HawaiianLifeguard Association , a not for profit, professionalassociation of Hawaii's lifeguards devoted to the advancement oflifesaving services and public education on beach and oceansafety. WebDeveloper : This page is maintained by J. B. Lee. You canreach me by email by clickinghere . Last modified: 20-Jul-2005 02:07 PM Some of thepictures on this page are from the Fish FAQ . Areally great website to obtain more "fishy"information. Source URI:http://www.aloha.com/~lifeguards/bech_dir.html Aloha . . . e malama i kekai!