Sheldon Simeon--Top Chef fan favorite--serves up 100 mouthwateringly photographed, easy-to-follow recipes that exemplify the originality of Hawaiian cuisine.
A third-generation Filipino born and raised in Hawaii, Simeon is inspired by love and appreciation for his homeland and heritage. Simeon's personal vision is paired with an intricate, fascinating history of Hawaii, where a wide range of immigrants brought their own culinary flare to influence the food of the islands.
Cook Real Hawai'i is a feast of cross-cultural tastes and cooking traditions. Simeon offers tips for mastering hibachi, frying and simmering techniques, along with recipes for delectable pupus, sushi and poke, rice, noodles, veggies and more that can be whipped up by enthusiastic foodies eager to experience the delicious flavors of the Aloha State without leaving home. --Kathleen Gerard, blogger at Reading Between the Lines