Preserving art thru student carvers: Part III of Carvers of Polynesia
Preserving the art of Polynesia In Part 3 of our series on the Carvers of the Polynesian Cultural Center we meet the student carvers – three young men from diverse backgrounds who feel blessed to be members of the team. The senior carvers are dedicated to making...
Hanneman’s Tropical Banana Bread: A Taste of Polynesian Flavors
Are you ready for Hanneman’s Tropical Banana Bread? It’s gooey, its chocolatey, it’s got COCONUT. Intrigued? Read on… Ask anyone from the town of Lāʻie, nestled at the eastern end of the famous north shore of Oahu, where to get the best...
Shaka: The Iconic Hawaiian Gesture and Its Meaning
We are constantly asked about our “Shaka Statue”, a beautiful representation of the father of the Shaka, Hamana Kalili. In today’s blog, Jimmy Mapu, head of Guest Services at the Polynesian Cultural Center, shares a question he received and his...
Carvers of Polynesia: Fulfilling the Center’s Mission
We are pleased to present Fulfilling the Center’s Mission – Part II of our interview with Raymond Mokiao who shares some interesting insights regarding our remarkably talented Polynesian Cultural Center carvers. Perpetuating the arts and crafts of...
Working at the Polynesian Cultural Center
Student employees share their memories of fun, friends and aloha Written and generously shared by Brooke Guryn at the Ke Alaka’i, BYU Hawaii’s student magazine Students who have been working at the Polynesian Cultural Center said they miss the loud...
Carvers of Polynesia: Blessed with abundance
Welcome to Carvers of Polynesia, a five-part series taken from detailed interviews with Raymond Mokiao, one of our experienced carvers. Raymond explains how intricate carvings and ornate artwork, reflecting the varied cultures of our Pacific Islands, brings life to...
Ginger Lime Cooler – hit the refresh button!
Ginger Lime Cooler is the answer to many questions. Like what is the most refreshing drink on a hot summer day. Or what’s an easy crowd pleaser for a backyard party? Or what can be made many different ways according to what you like and still be amazing? We know...
Fresh Pineapple Salsa from the Polynesian Cultural Center
Pineapple salsa might sound crazy, but that’s only if you haven’t tried it! It’s amazing on chips, and unbelievably delicious on baked chicken or fish. And what about green salad? Or maybe just grab a spoon and enjoy it all by itself! Best part, once...
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