Fruit Stands: A Local Special Of Oahu
You can't travel all the way to Hawaii without visiting a farmer's market or fruit stand. In addition to a rainbow of fresh fruit, flowers, and vegetables, you'll often find Hawaiian-grown coffee, local jams and baked goods, macadamia nuts, and even pop-up stands from trendy restaurants like The Pig and the Lady in Honolulu.
What to look for at Fruit Stands
Oahu is famous for its farmers markets and roadside snack stalls, where you can buy anything from ayam huli huli (local roasted chicken) to ripe papaya and softball-sized avocado. Fresh fruit juices make Hana Farms a refreshing base along the famous Hana Highway, while the Upcountry Farmers Market sells peeled coconut, lilikoi (passion fruit) butter and more.
The best that one can offer
Known as the "Sunshine Market" in Kauai, farmers markets abound on the island which is called Garden Island. On Oahu, you'll find farmers markets from Waikiki to the Windward Coast; The KCC Farmers Market in Honolulu is one of the largest in the state.
On the island of Hawaii, thank the fertile volcanic soil for an abundance of delicious produce, from the bustling Hilo Farmers Market to the Alii Garden Market in Kona. Lanai and Molokai islands have their own markets, both held on Saturday mornings.
Next time you're in the Hawaiian Islands, don't hesitate to stop by the stall or market - you never know what treasures
