We live during strange times.
When going to the grocery store can be hazardous to your health, it is helpful to have options.
My choice is Fields of Aloha.
Fields of Aloha provides fresh local fruits and vegetables. They are harvested on the north shore and delivered in the form of 'boxes' to certain locations on Oahu each week. In an age where supporting local is not as easy as it should be, this is a no-brainer.
The box is rather large. If you have seen the 'hefty' box that papayas come in...that's what you receive...a papaya box. The box comes with about 7 to 10 pounds of local fruit and veggies. You dont get to choose your produce, you get a wondrous box of what's in season.
I have had everything from dragonfruit to papayas to watermelon, to Japanese pumpkin kabocha squash, to Opo squash, and even herbs (mint and basil). There are always staples inside as well, like cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, eggplant, and potatoes (regular and sweet) and zucchini.
The coolest part of the box is you get to play 'Iron Chef'. Now that you have your box, you get to come up with new and exciting dishes to make! It's so much fun! Definitely better than buying the same vegetables over and over again!
There are quite a few pick up locations but I have picked up boxes at two locations, Kakaako farmers market and Niu Valley shopping center. Both locations are easy and efficient. Though, if you go to the Kakaako location, you can also stop by the farmers market to see what additional veggies and fruit they offer, because Fields of Aloha also has a stand there.
The best part of Fields of Aloha is their employee, Paka. He usually handles the pick up at Niu Valley and the stand at Kakaako. Paka always greets you with a smile and he makes sure the process is easy and efficient. Ever notice how a great employee can make your day and also put you in a good mood?
That's Paka.
I will continue to use Fields of Aloha during and after the pandemic, because of the quality, the customer service and the ability to buy local. read more