Last night, my boyfriend and I went to the Waikai Concert and Carnival in ʻEwa. Most of the food lines were ridiculously long, and honestly, a lot of it looked pretty mediocre. Then we noticed a small, family-owned tent with no line at all, selling chili topped with cornbread and beef luau pot pie. At first, we were hesitant, no line usually isn't a great sign but we didn't feel like waiting forever elsewhere, so we decided to give them a try.
We are so glad we did! The beef luau was incredibly tender, melting in your mouth with every bite, and the crust-to-filling ratio on the pot pie was absolutely perfect. The chili with cornbread was right up my alley, comforting, hearty, and full of flavor. My boyfriend loved it so much that he went back for more to share with our group.
To our surprise, the family blessed us with extra treats, including their delicious poi banana bread and more pot pies. We tried to pay, but they insisted, explaining that hardly anyone had stopped by their tent and they didn't want to take all the food home. We were so grateful for their generosity.
It honestly left us wondering why they weren't busier, because their food was some of the best at the event. While other vendors were serving up reheated frozen fries, this family was putting out homemade dishes you could taste the love in. Truly a hidden gem, and such a highlight of our night.
We highly recommend supporting this beautiful local family, their food is absolutely delicious, and they are truly lovely people. read more