Certain plants and flowers became associated with different islands due to abundance or special meanings. In 1923 Hawaii's Territorial Legislature adopted "Na Lei 'o Hawaii" designating each island an official lei and color. Oahu was given the yellow ilima, Maui was given the pink rose lei or loke, the big island of Hawaii was given the red lehua, Kaho'olawe the silver-gray hinahina, Kauai was given the purple mokihana, Niihau was given white pupu shells, Lanai the orange kauna'oa and Molokai was given the green kukui. If you are interested in exploring flower leis visit your local library to find books on Hawaii's native flowers, leis and how to make them.

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The scenery in Kaua'i redefines the word "spectacular"!!!

A quick glance at a map gives little clue to the unfolding wonder and diverse scenery that Kaua'i has to offer. From tranquil forests, interrupted by the occasional calls of native birds, to the steep green ramparts of the Napali Coast, to the beaches and towns that dot the shore, Kaua'i deserves leisurely exploration. With essentially one road, you can take time to get acquainted with the Island's unique geography. Along the way, you'll discover natural beauty, historic byways and very contemporary luxuries. Take your beach towel, hiking shoes, sunglasses and a picnic lunch, and follow the signs to the amazing sights. Don't forget your camera!

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Here is another delicious Hawaiian appetizer recipe :

Manapua

1 tablespoon oil
1/4 cup chopped dired shrimp
3/4 pound char siu, diced
4 water chestnuts, diced
1 stalk green onion, chopped
2 teaspoons shoyu
2 teaspoons oyster sauce
1/4 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 package hot roll mix (13-3/4 ounces)

Heat oil in wok or skillet. Add rest of ingredients except hot roll mix; fry slightly. Prepare hot roll mix according to package directions. Let rise until doubled. Knead on floured surface until smooth and elastic. Pinch dough into twelve 1-1/2 inch balls. Flatten pieces of dough, keeping center thicker than edges. Put a tablespoonful of meat mixture in center. Form buns by pinching edges together to seal filling. Place on wax paper squares, seam side down. Cover and let rise until doubled. Steam 15 minutes. Makes 1 dozen.

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Here is this week's Hawaiian word:

Helu    Counting

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Kaua'i: Hawaii's Island of Discovery


Kaua'i is nicknamed "The Garden Isle" because it's covered with green mountainsides, carved with dramatic cliffs and canyons and drenched with enchantment.

The northernmost and oldest of the Hawaiian Islands is a place that is shared among those who celebrate the incredible natural beauty of this remarkable place.

Enjoy Kaua'i's easy pace, whether you're kayaking down Hawaii's only navigable rivers, riding a zipline over the treetops or sipping a mai tai on a sunset sail. Allow the Island's unique charms to tantalize and enrich every moment of your vacation.

An emerald treasure, Kaua'i is your special Island to explore, discover and appreciate.

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Pareos are best known as the traditional dress of Bali and Tahiti. Long straight pieces of cloth are worn wrapped around the waist.

What's the difference between a sarong and a pareo? Just the name, some other lesser known names for the sarong are the pakome of Thailand, the lava lava of Samoa, the kain of Indonesia and the canga of Brazil. Early Tahitians brought their pareos to the Hawaiian islands and many of the traditional Tahitian pareo designs are still seen in modern prints.

The earliest wraps from Indonesia were made using the batik process, similar processes are still used today's batik prints. The sarong became popular in the 1940s as beach attire, a trend started by Dorothy Lamour, who wore tropical sarongs in her portrayals of many a island heroine. Look for Dorothy's sarongs in the 1936 film The Jungle Princess and The road to Singapore from 1940. They emerged again in the 1980s when the basic wrapped and knotted shape was adopted for summer fashion.

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Did You Know?.....

Hawaii is the most isolated population center on Earth. It is 2,390 miles (3,850 km) from California, 3,850 miles (6,195 km) from Japan and 4,900 miles (7,885 km) from China.

The state of Hawaii consists of eight larger, populated islands (with the exception of the island of Kahoolawe, which is not populated) and 124 small, uninhabited islands, reefs and atolls stretching from the Nihoa, located about 280 miles (450 km) northwest of Honolulu, all the way to the Kure Atoll, located further northwest.

Did You Know?.....

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Here's another delicious Hawaiian recipe:

Big Island Chicken Curry

2-5 lbs boneless/skinless Chicken thighs & breasts
1 small bag Baby carrots
2-3 med Potatoes peeled and cut into rounds, (not too thick, not too thin!)
1 Onion, sliced thin
1 box Golden Curry (mild or Hot) 3 cloves fresh Garlic, smash 'em & remove peel
1/2 fresh Lime for juice (tahitian limes from maui are the best)
Oil for frying
Salt, Pepper, to taste
2 C Water
1/2 C Coconut milk
1/3 C Shoyu

Cooking Instructions:

Heat cooking oil in med. cooking pot, just enough to coat bottom of pan). Rinse chicken and cut into med. sized pieces. Salt and pepper chicken; add to hot oil with 2 cloves garlic and brown well; (SMELLS GREAT)... Add carrots, onion,and potatoes once chicken is cooked. Add 1/2 cup water & cover; simmer for a 10 moments. Cut Curry block into small squares; add to the pot with the rest of the water, coconut milk, remaining garlic clove and shoyu. Mix gently until curry is "melted" and blended. Lower heat, cover and simmer for 25 minutes. May add more water if curry is too thick. When potatoes and carrots are tender, squeeze fresh lime juice into pot- mix gently; turn off heat and let finish cooking for 5-minutes. PAU!  

Additional Comments:

Believe it or not, the lime juice adds a great flavor. Of course, gotta serve with hot cooked rice. 

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