FOOD AND DRINK

Hawaiian culture is intricately tied to food. In many ways, the confluence of backgrounds and ethnicities that makes up Hawaii's unique population is most evident in local culinary favorites. Most popular dishes combine elements of several cultures and incorporate unique island ingredients. Much like Hawaii residents, island fare is unpretentious and low-key; anything that isn't beach-friendly is immediately suspect.

Local Hawaiian treats

Shave ice comes from the old days, when islanders would shave blocks of ice into a fine powder and top it with fruit juice. Since then, electricity has taken the grunt work out of the process, but the idea remains the same. Toppings include the basic flavored syrups as well as fancier options such as ice cream, condensed milk, shaved li hing mui, and azuki beans. Poi is another unique island dish. Made out of pounded taro root, poi is a thick, purplish-grey paste. Though it has no strong flavor, poi's unfamiliar consistency and appearance make it an acquired taste. However, locals swear by it and some even rave about its semi-magical healing powers.

About our Chef

Being a local girl to the Hawaiian Islands, Dija has been exposed to many cultures and culinary diversity. From her first job at a Bed and Breakfast thirteen years ago her ability had flourished to include Thai, Greek, Moroccan, Indonesian, Japanese, and, of course, lots of Maui local style dishes. In the past six year she has taken her cooking to a whole new tantalizing level specializing in vegetarian, vegan, raw and alternative dietary needs. Dija’s secret ingredient is no secret; it is truly her love of food. When not in the kitchen, she will be barefoot in the jungle or playing in the ocean.

Your Surf & Yoga Experience menu may include any of the following:

• Hummus and salty greek flatbread
• Tabouli with freah garden herbs
• Thai summer rolls with an almond dipping sauce
• Hot red eggplant curry
• Jasmin Ginger Rice
• Garden-fresh greens with Papaya seed dressing
• Mixed Seasonal Veggies
• Fresh island fish with a spicy coconut sauce