Kona On My Plate

A treasury of more than 690 kitchen-tested recipes, Kona On My Plate showcases simple as well as elegant dishes that rely primarily on the exceptional fresh produce, seafood and meats readily available in Hawaii. Original, time-honored, borrowed and adapted recipes are offered from nearly 400 donors whose personal comments introduce each dish. Recipe sections include Pupus & Beverages, Soups & Salads, Entrees, Side Dishes & Lite Entrees, Sauces & Condiments, Desserts & Goodies, Luau & Local Food and Hawai'i Regional Cuisine. There's an excellent, well-researched introduction to the evolution of Kona cookery, plus an easy-to-use cross-referenced Index and glossaries of Hawaiian seafood, tropical fruits and relevant culinary terms. This visually stunning and well-organized book will not disappoint. It's a terrific read even for non-cooks who love Hawai'i and its spirit of aloha.