Ever since the discovery of the lotus effect in the early 1970s, researchers have designed and tested superhydrophobic surfaces with potential applications in self-cleaning, low-drag, anti-icing, and ...

HONOLULU (KHON2) — In October, Terrence “TJ” Oliver and his family were hiking on the east side of Oʻahu when they made an unexpected discovery. “We was just walking and there’s a river, and you know, ...

Colocasia leaves, also known as Taro leaves, are a nutritious addition to a balanced diet. They are rich in vitamins A, C, and B-complex, as well as minerals like calcium, potassium, iron, and ...

We had an active wet season that saw historic rain levels. Now that’s trickling down to restaurants and businesses who tell us they’re seeing a limited supply of taro and ti leaves, two important ...

HONOLULU (KHON) — In October, Terrence “TJ” Oliver and his family were hiking on the east side of Oʻahu when they made an unexpected discovery. “We was just walking and there’s a river, and you know, ...

Reporting from KANEOHE, Hawaii — Given the gooey, sticky consistency of poi, it’s perhaps no surprise that tourists who try it at one of Hawaii’s luaus describe it as tasting like wallpaper paste.

Wash taro or spinach well in cold water, remove stems and any tough veins. Blanch spinach leaves briefly just long enough to soften or boil taro leaves for 45 minutes. Drain in a colander. Wash and ...

Nellie and Clarence Medeiros pose with a 50-pound taro root unearthed at the couple’s South Kona farm on Hawaii island. West Hawaii Today photo via AP KAILUA-KONA, Hawaii (AP) — A super-sized taro ...