Happy cake
 Happy cake 1967 | |
| Type | Cake |
|---|---|
| Place of origin | United States |
| Region or state | Hawaii |
| Created by | Dick Rodby |
| Main ingredients | Pineapple, macadamia nuts, coconut |
Happy cake is a tropical cake made in Hawaii. It is often referred to as Hawaii's version of a fruit cake.[1] The Happy Cake is made from pineapple, macadamia nuts, and coconut. The happy cake debuted in 1967.
History[edit]
The happy cake was invented at Kemo'o Farms Restaurant in Wahiawa, Hawaii in 1967 by Dick Rodby,[2] owner of the restaurant famous for live Hawaiian music.[3] The restaurant was also featured as "Choys" tavern in the Frank Sinatra film From Here to Eternity.
Surrounded by pineapple fields, Rodby was inspired to create his own version of a Hawaiian fruit cake and named it the "happy cake" registering the trademark Happy Cake in September 1969.[4] Cakes were ordered from all over the country as gifts and were popular in Hawaiian themed parties.[5][6]
Ingredients[edit]
The happy cake is a dense cake, made from local pineapple, macadamia nuts, and coconut.[7]
Fame[edit]
- Over the years customers have included presidents[8] and Hollywood elite.[9][10][11]
- Rodby opened a sister restaurant in California in 1982 to also promote and sell the Hawaiian happy cake.[12]
- Baked in Honolulu, the happy cake still remains popular with local Hawaiians.[13][14]
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ^ Kasher, Robert (2005). Tropical Bob's Where to Eat in Hawaii. Perpetual Summer Publishing. P. 86. ISBN 0-9734333-2-9
- ^ "Richard Rodby Obituary: View Obituary for Richard Rodby by Borthwick Mortuary, Honolulu, HI". Obits.dignitymemorial.com. Retrieved 2012-03-22.
- ^ "Hall of Fame Photo Gallery". Hmhof.org. Retrieved 2013-11-02.
- ^ "TESS -- Error". Archived from the original on 2013-11-25. Retrieved 2013-11-02.
- ^ ”Benefit Features Polynesian Theme” The Daily Register, Red Bank – Middleton, New Jersey. August 1st, 1972. P. 11. Retrieved 2012-02-13.
- ^ "Luau Cake Ideas". Enjoyhawaiivacations.com. Retrieved 2013-11-02.
- ^ "Happy Cakes Live Up To Their Name". Govisithawaii.com. 2009-11-13. Retrieved 2012-03-22.
- ^ "Field Guide: Samsung Plaza - Honolulu Magazine - March 2011 - Hawaii". Honolulu Magazine. 21 April 2011. Retrieved 2013-11-02.
- ^ "The Magazine of Hawaiian Airlines - Current Issue". Hana Hou. Retrieved 2013-11-02.
- ^ "Hawaiian Happy Cakes". Reallyhawaiian.com. Archived from the original on 2013-11-03. Retrieved 2013-11-02.
- ^ "Frank Sinatra Cake Designs, Decorating Ides and Pictures". Cakechannel.com. Retrieved 2013-11-02.
- ^ Lodi News Sentinel, November 10, 1982. P. 11. Retrieved 2012-02-07.
- ^ "StarBulletin.com | Features | /2005/12/14/". Archives.starbulletin.com. Retrieved 2013-11-02.
- ^ Taketa, Mari (February 19, 2010). "The new Keeaumoku". The Honolulu Advertiser. Retrieved May 6, 2018.