Monthly Archives: July 2014

Step Out of Your Head and Into Action

how to seize the day

Scott, the “Big Kahuna” at Paradise Meadows, home of Hawaii’s Local Buzz, is the visionary that has enabled all of us here to live lives that others only dream about. In talking about how he got to where he is today, he had some interesting things to say about taking action. “What I’ve done most […]

The Tastiest Energy Bar: Coffee Bean Crunch

best coffee bean chocolate bark

The whole concept of energy bars is fantastic, isn’t it? We’re all busy people nowadays, it seems. We don’t have time to sit down and enjoy meals. We’re on the go, and we need a quick pick-me-up, an easy and preferably delicious way to get a boost of energy and fast. Unfortunately, that first bite of […]

During Hot Summers, Enjoy Your Coffee Iced

quick iced coffee recipe

Instead of spending an extra few bucks at the drive-thru coffee window every day, why not purchase delicious Hawaiian Ka’u coffee beans and make your own (much tastier) iced coffees at home?  Plus this is the perfect drink to make in the morning to take with you to the pool, lake, river, or beach! There’s no […]

Delicious Ways to Eat More Honey

natural Hawaiian honey

Do you use honey regularly? If not, you should be. Honey is an amazing sweetener, and most of us have a couple of favorite ways to use it. But honey is more versatile than you might think. Here are 5 delicious ways to eat raw honey from Hawaii every day. Your palate and your body will thank you! A dollop in […]

Grind It Right: Matching Beans to Brewing Method

different styles of coffee

Brewed coffee, drip coffee, espresso, cappuccino – all these different coffee styles and terms, but what do they all mean? You can use the same beans for all of them, but true coffee aficionados are very particular about the types of beans and roasts used for specific coffee drinks. This quick guide can help you differentiate […]

Enjoy These Craft Brew and Mac Nut Pairings

Beer and nuts are a classic combination. The sweet, tangy taste of beer, paired with the salty flavor from nuts is irresistible. Our 100% Hawaiian macadamia nuts come in a wide range of flavors, from salty to sweet and everything in between. Here at Hawaii’s Local Buzz, we celebrate the finer things in life and we […]

A Delicious Coffee Cake Perfect for Sweet Mac Nuts

desserts with flavoured macadamia nuts

Healthy, gourmet macadamia nuts are a delicious snack by themselves, or as an accompaniment to a fruit and cheese plate, but they are also a wonderful addition to some of your favorite recipes and baked goods. You can substitute macadamia nuts for the nuts in any baked good recipe; they add a rich, delicious flavor to […]