All the rage in Tokyo, gobo chips are now served in Honolulu at Ojiya Japanese Cuisine, 1718 Kapi'olani Blvd. (942-3838). This $4 must-try appetizer is essentially deep-fried gobo (burdock root) that comes piled in a basket. They're cooked golden brown and lightly salted. And even without a dipping sauce, they're dangerously addictive. This is not an app to eat alone. Four people could share this one starter, and feel plenty, well ... fried. Find more information on Honolulu's dining scene at http://honolulu.metromix.com.

— Advertiser staff

SHARE YOUR TABLE

VIDEO, FESTIVAL CELEBRATE THE BELOVED MANGO

New on the Share Your Table Web site today is a video feature on heirloom mango varieties. Grower Mark Suiso of Makaha Mangoes farm in Wai'anae details characteristics of the mangoes, which are growing as a commercial product here. The story leads up to the Sept. 6 Mango Festival at the Makaha Valley Resort (www.makahamangofestival.com; 753-6228, ask for Randy). The festival is hosting a mango recipe competition, and "best of the best" recipes will be on www.ShareYourTable.com later.

Share Your Table, launched in May, is an interactive site that showcases Island food traditions and history, local food producers, chefs and food experts (including Advertiser food editor Wanda Adams) in videos, blogs and other multimedia features. Find it at www.ShareYourTable.com.

— Wanda Adams