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.
We've always read we should soak wooden or bamboo skewers in water for half an hour or so before putting them on the grill. Otherwise, they'll catch fire.