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.
1 Submerge the plank in the water, placing a weight on top of it. 2  Soak the plank for 1 to 4 hours. 3  Enhance the plank's flavor by adding 1 tablespoon salt to the water. 4  If desired, you may also stir in 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, white wine vinegar, citrus or berry juice, or flavored liqueur to add more flavor.tep 2: Prepare the plank. Plank-grilling gives salmon the flavor imparted by a smoker with the convenience of a grill. Be sure to prepare your wood properly to increase moisture for cooking and prevent burning. Take these steps to prepare your wooden grilling plank: 1  Rinse the plank with water to remove any dust.