Hawai'i: it's the perfect destination. White sand beaches, tropical climate, beautiful sunsets, etc.etc. A few of the many reasons why Hawai'i is one of the top vacation spots. I have to add one more reason to visit: the food! In fact, it was the topic I chose to do my presentation on for "Hawai'i class".
Hawaiian cuisine is peculiar. It has evolved from Polynesian cuisine, who were the early settlers on the island. Influences from all over the world brought a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, livestock, and flavors to the island. Many foods associated with Hawaii, like pineapples, coconuts, and taro, were actually introduced to the island. Hawai'i is a mixing pot of cultures, and the cuisine reflects that. Consequently, interesting dishes appear in the cuisine, such as Spam masubi, the ubiquitous plate lunch, and Loco Moco (hamburger patty over rice, topped with gravy and fried egg).
