Learn essential Hawaiian food terms like poke, laulau, and lomi lomi to order with confidence and savor local favorites.
The author recalls their first trip to Hawaiʻi, feeling lost when ordering food due to unfamiliar words on the menu.
Raw fish never tasted this good until you try authentic Hawaiian poke.
The word "poke" means "to slice" or "cut crosswise," describing how the fish is prepared.
Author's resume: Learn Hawaiian food terms for a better experience.