This tropical-inspired recipe blends fresh island flavors with easy, everyday ingredients to create a dish that’s bright, bold, and irresistibly delicious. It’s quick to make, full of color, and guaranteed to bring a taste of paradise straight to your table. A light,...

The suburban gourmet will tell you that any food becomes Hawaiian by the simple addition of pineapple. These meatballs, from Favorite Foods of St. Francis Families, are a chafing dish specialty from a local cookbook published in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. They make a...

Take a flavorful trip back to the golden age of home entertaining with this Chicken Hawaiian recipe from Kay Kellogg’s Creative Cookery (1971). This vintage favorite combines tender oven‑baked chicken with a tropical twist - a crispy coating of corn flakes, coconut,...

Serves 6 Ingredients 2/3 cup tomato paste 1/4 cup soy sauce 2 tablespoons brown sugar 8-1/2 ounces can pineapple 3 - 3-1/2 pounds of pork loin roast salt Instructions: For 6 servings, mix 2/3 cup tomato paste, 1/4 cup soy sauce and 2 tablespoons brown sugar in small...

Ingredients sirloin steak, cut in chunks (or Vegan option listed below) French dressing 1 onion 1 green pepper mushrooms pineapple chunks Instructions: Buy sirloin steak and cut it in chunks. Marinate this steak the night before in french dressing. Add cubes of...

Nixie Neptune’s Tropical Lagoon Shrimp Bowls Dive into flavor with Nixie Neptune’s Tropical Lagoon Shrimp Bowl — the official dish of ETI RADIO’s Mermaid Monday! This easy-to-make island delight features coconut-lime glazed shrimp nestled on pineapple-coconut jasmine...

Christmas Coconut Pie RecipeTransport your taste buds to a tropical winter wonderland with this luscious Christmas Coconut Pie - a dreamy fusion of island flavors and holiday cheer. Each bite is a silky cloud of pineapple-kissed custard, whipped cream, and snowy...

Pineapple Dream Welcome to a tropical twist on comfort baking! The Pineapple Dream is a beloved ETI RADIO favorite - a layered dessert that blends golden cake, juicy pineapple, creamy vanilla pudding, and whipped clouds of sweetness, all topped with a snowy sprinkle...

Haupia Pumpkin Pie Bring a taste of the islands to your Thanksgiving table with this tropical twist on a holiday classic! Our Haupia Pumpkin Pie layers velvety spiced pumpkin custard with a luscious coconut haupia topping, all nestled in a buttery macadamia nut crust....

Tropical Cranberry Mango ChutneyTropical Cranberry Mango Chutney is a bold, island-inspired upgrade to the classic Thanksgiving cranberry sauce—perfect for Mahalogiving feasts. This vibrant side dish combines tart cranberries with juicy mango, fresh orange juice,...

Pineapple Coconut Cornbread Muffins Pineapple Coconut Cornbread Muffins are the perfect bite-sized tribute to Mahalogiving—bringing together the heart of Thanksgiving with the soul of the islands. These golden, tropical treats blend cornmeal and flour with crushed...

Luau Yam Bake The Luau Yam Bake is a tropical twist on a Thanksgiving classic, blending the warmth of roasted yams with the sunny flavors of crushed pineapple, creamy coconut milk, brown sugar, shredded coconut, and crunchy macadamia nuts. A splash of rum or rum...

Hawaiian Eyeful: A Mid-Century MarvelIn 1963, Midge Lani—home ec teacher turned tiki hostess—created the Hawaiian Eyeful for the Kona Breeze Supper Club’s grand reopening. Inspired by island produce and the sculptural flair of Jell-O, she molded orange-pineapple...

A Taste of Mischief and Sunshine 🍍 Tucked inside this golden casserole lies a secret from the islands: sweet pineapple mingles with buttery bread in a recipe whispered by the Menehune themselves. Crisp on top, tropical at heart - this island bake is perfect for brunch...

This easy, island-inspired recipe brings together the sweet tang of pineapple, the savoriness of marinated chicken, and the tropical richness of coconut rice. Perfect for a backyard luau or a cozy tiki night at home!Ingredients: 1-½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken...

2025 vinyl pressing of the 2023 album Ceviche!, by The Clams, featuring Kelly on the cover and the bonus track "Glendora's Theme!" Purchase your copy now on the official velveteenloungekitschen merch store!Ingredients: 1 pound peeled and deveined raw medium shrimp,...

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon cornstarch Dash of salt 1-1/4 cups canned unsweetened pineapple juice 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1/4 cup drained crushed pineapple Instructions: Mix together sugar, cornstarch and salt in saucepan. Add pineapple juice...

Ingredients: 3 small pineapples, cut in half lengthwise (leaves intact) 2 cups milk 1/2 cup sugar 4 egg yolks, beaten 1/4 cup rum (optional) 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 24 maraschino cherries, halved 1 cup heavy cream, whipped and thinted pink with vegetable coloring 6...

Ingredients: 3 packages (3oz each) strawberry flavor gelatin 3 cups boiling water 2 ripe Dole bananas 1 package (16oz frozen strawberries 1 can (20oz) Dole curshed pineapple 1 package (8oz) cream cheese, softened 1 cup dairy sour cream or plain yogurt 1/4 cup sugar...

Polynesian Salad Supreme From the 1963 - "A Treasury of the World's Best Almond Recipes" book Ingredients: 1/2 cup blanched whole almonds 1 can (8-3/4 oz.) pineapple tidbits 1/2 cup sliced scallions or green onions 1/2 cup sliced celery 2 cups of cubed cooked turkey...