The Tastiest Energy Bar: Coffee Bean Crunch

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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

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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

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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 […]

Use Sweet Mac Nuts to Make a Delicious Dessert

chocolate covered fruit recipes

Are your looking for the perfect dessert that’ll make your friends beg you for the recipe? Something that is just perfect for a summer party? Well how about our spin on a recipe for chocolate-covered apricots that uses gourmet macadamia nuts.  These nuts are delicious and nutritious – with high levels of good-for-you fats so you can indulge without guilt. You can […]

Get to Know Your Cacao

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Ready for a homework assignment you’ll never want to end? It’s time for you to learn all about Cacao and the world of rich, high-quality chocolate. Sounds like an assignment you can get behind? Great! Let’s get started. Cacao or Chocolate: What’s the Difference? At the most basic level, all chocolate is made from Cacao, but […]

If You Love Trail Mix, You Have to Try it With Macadamia Nuts

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Trail mix is a staple for hikers, backpackers, beach goers, and families. It’s easy to make, delicious to eat and – with the right ingredients – you get lots of healthy fat, energy, and nutrients in a single serving. If you love trail mix, you have to try it with some of our gourmet macadamia […]

Honey Provides More Benefits Than Amazing Flavor

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Honey has been used as a natural sweetener for thousands of years, but that’s not all the benefits associated with it. It can also be used as a binding agent, an easy way to arm oneself against seasonal allergies and a natural antiseptic for wounds and acne outbreaks. The benefits of raw honey from Hawaii go […]