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.
After pre-heating your grill, either gas, charcoal or even wood, you place the plank with the food on it directly on your grill grate. Ideally you want it over moderately high heat but not over open flames. You don't want the cedar to catch fire. Cover the barbecue to retain heat and smoke to flavor your food.