Hawaiian cuisine is a unique blend of flavors influenced by the diverse cultures that have settled in the islands, including native Hawaiian, Asian, and European traditions. Key ingredients often include fresh seafood, tropical fruits, and taro, which is used to make poi, a traditional Hawaiian dish. Popular dishes include poke, a raw fish salad, and loco moco, which features rice topped with a hamburger patty, fried egg, and gravy. The use of local ingredients and traditional cooking methods, such as imu (underground oven), highlights the connection to the land and sea in Hawaiian culinary practices.