How to Eat Plant-based on the Big Island

The Big Island is a dream. Volcanos, fern forests, cobalt blue vista views, and more. But did you know it was rated one of the most vegan-friendly states in the United States? This was comforting news as we were preparing our travel arrangements for a February trip. As a plant-forward chef and a full-on vegan husband, it’s a conundrum of where and what to eat when traveling. But, good news, Hawaii had a lot to offer the plant-based traveler! So let’s chat about how to eat plant-based on the Big Island with some off-the-beaten trail options. As I did my research, I found many restaurants and cafes that offered plant-based options. From tofu to jackfruit to complete vegan cafes, I felt confident that if we wanted to go out to eat, we would have no problems at all. Rarely did I find a non-chain restaurant that didn’t have at least one vegetarian or vegan option – and it wasn’t spaghetti marinara. Yes, Hawaii prizes its ahi tuna, homegrown beef, and pork, but there is an uptick in the interest in plant-based or vegan lifestyles possibly because they are ocean-bound and self-sufficient, or catering to many visitors. Although Oahu is the most vegan-friendly Hawaiian island, (bigger metro areas, more visitors, I get that) I give my hats off to the Big Island and its interesting options if you know where to look. Enjoy these ideas for eating plant-based on the Big Island! Visit this blog post for the links mentioned on this podcast: https://itsyourseason.life/2023/03/29/how-to-eat-plant-based-on-the-big-island/ If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please be sure and click to subscribe and receive the latest podcast and introduction to another wonderful individual who is celebrating their life at any age! For my website, visit: www.itsyourseason.life  For past guests, visit: https://itsyourseason.life/plant-rich-blogs-videos-podcasts/eating-well-podcasts/  Discover my books and downloads: www.itsyourseason.life/store View all my products at: https://author.amazon.com/home Follow Lisa on: Facebook - www.facebook.com/itsyourseason.life/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/itsyourseason.life/ Pinterest - www.pinterest.com/lisaboesen Youtube – ItsYourseason.life For more learning tools on how to become more plant-based: https://itsyourseason.life/recent-blogs-media/plant-based-workshops/