Four Seasons Resort Oahu at Ko Olina Partners with Polynesian Voyaging Society to Present Legendary Navigator Nainoa Thompson Source: press.fourseasons.com Legendary navigator Nainoa Thompson first conceived the idea of Malama Honua, a worldwide voyage, in 1992.
Instructions. 1  1. Soak the Cedar Planks: One to two hours before grilling, soak the planks in wine, sake, cider, or water. 2  3. Lay the Planks on the Grill: Arrange the planks on the grill in a single layer so they are in contact with the grill grates.
The cedar plank method. Cooking your fish fillets on a cedar plank is a great way to impart smoky flavor, keep the fillets moist, and keep them from sticking on the grates. Soak a cedar plank for 2 hours in water, while you prepare and season your fish fillets (salmon works particularly well).