The Aloha Express

Island Flavors, Midwestern Heart: Introducing The Aloha Express

There's something magical about how food can transport us to faraway places while keeping us grounded in what matters most. This month at White or Wheat, we're proud to introduce The Aloha Express: a sandwich that brings the sunny spirit of Hawaii to our Nebraska home, creating a taste experience that's both adventurous and comfortingly familiar.

Where Heartland Meets Island Paradise

Nebraska may be miles from the nearest ocean, but our midwestern spirit of hospitality shares much with the Hawaiian concept of "aloha," that welcoming embrace that makes everyone feel like family. Our Aloha Express sandwich bridges these two worlds, offering a taste of island paradise crafted with our signature down-to-earth approach.

A Symphony of Simple Ingredients

Like all our creations at White or Wheat, The Aloha Express finds its magic in quality ingredients thoughtfully combined:

- Smoked Ham: Tender, savory, and the perfect protein base for our Hawaiian journey

- Swiss Cheese: Crisp and nutty, providing the ideal complement to our ham

- Fresh Lettuce and Tomato: Crisp, garden-fresh vegetables that add brightness and texture

- Pineapple Aioli: Our homemade specialty that brings the sandwich to life (more on this below)!

Each ingredient plays its part in creating a sandwich that feels both exciting and familiar, exactly what we strive for at White or Wheat.

Our Pineapple Aioli: A Taste of the Tropics

What truly sets The Aloha Express apart is our specially crafted pineapple aioli. This isn't just any spread, it's our kitchen team's love letter to Hawaiian flavors, made fresh in-house with care and attention to detail.

We start with a base of creamy aioli, then fold in pineapple that's been conditioned to bring out its natural sweetness. A touch of ginger and a hint of island spices add complexity without overwhelming the delicate balance of flavors. The result is a spread that's simultaneously sweet, tangy, and subtly spiced, the perfect ambassador for Hawaiian cuisine.

This special aioli represents everything we value at White or Wheat – taking simple, honest ingredients and transforming them with care and creativity into something truly remarkable.

Finding Home in Distant Flavors

There's something wonderfully midwestern about embracing flavors from around the world and making them our own. For generations, our region has welcomed people and traditions from across the globe, creating a rich tapestry of influences that define who we are today.

The Aloha Express celebrates this spirit of openness. It reminds us that even as we explore new horizons, we carry our sense of home with us. Each bite offers a moment of discovery grounded in the familiar comfort that defines the White or Wheat experience.

A Sandwich Journey Worth Taking

The Aloha Express isn't just a sandwich, it's an invitation to slow down and savor a moment of sunshine in your day. It's a reminder that sometimes the simplest pleasures–like a thoughtfully crafted sandwich–can provide the most meaningful experiences.

Whether you're craving a taste of something new or simply looking for a bright spot in your day, we invite you to stop by White or Wheat this month and take a journey with The Aloha Express.

As with everything we serve, our goal remains simple: to help you rediscover the simplest days with each bite, whether those days remind you of childhood summers in Nebraska or daydreams of Hawaiian beaches.