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Paifala: Pineapple Half-Moon Pie from Samoa

Paifala: Pineapple Half-Moon Pie from Samoa

by Nina Jones | Dec 17, 2022 | Desserts, Eat Polynesia!, Recipes, Samoa

Paifala is a terrific recipe for the holidays or everyday, for that matter. It is one of my favorite Polynesian desserts, and luckily, it’s fairly easy, once you figure out how to form beautifully rounded handpies.  These handheld pies are a favorite in Samoa,...
Christmas Traditions of Polynesia

Christmas Traditions of Polynesia

by Quinney Suaava, PCC Blogger | Dec 10, 2022 | Aotearoa, Cultures of Polynesia, Fiji, Hawai'i, Samoa, Tahiti, Tonga

There are many traditional holidays specific to the culture and history of Polynesia. However, because Christmas is among the most celebrated holidays on the earth, this holiday is also celebrated by many Polynesian families. As we know, Christmas was introduced by...
Best Lūʻau on Oʻahu: Aliʻi Lūʻau

Best Lūʻau on Oʻahu: Aliʻi Lūʻau

by Charlebois Harley | Nov 30, 2022 | Ha: Breath of Life, News at the Center

The Best Lūʻau on Oʻahu is at the Polynesian Cultural Center In this vast world of differences there are some things that can unite strangers from all walks of life. Marvelous music, delightful dancing, and fabulous food, to name a few. All of which are waiting for...
Hawaiʻi Vacation Do’s and Don’ts

Hawaiʻi Vacation Do’s and Don’ts

by Nina S Jones, Blog Writer | Nov 23, 2022 | Hawai'i, Hawai’i Travel Tips

Looking for the “Do’s and Don’ts” for your upcoming Hawai’i vacation? This article will help you become familiar with local laws and guidelines designed to protect the environment and preserve our natural resources.    What not to bring:  ...
Cultural Exhibits at the Polynesian Cultural Center: A Tour of the 6 Island Villages

Cultural Exhibits at the Polynesian Cultural Center: A Tour of the 6 Island Villages

by Quinney Suaava | Oct 18, 2022 | Aotearoa, Cultures of Polynesia, Fiji, Hawai'i, Hawai’i Travel Tips, Samoa, Tahiti, Tonga, Villages

Curious about the cultural exhibits at the Polynesian Cultural Center?    Did you know that each island village has a number of exhibitions on how they constructed their homes and the significance of various objects in their culture?  Our six island villages of...
Coconut Bread recipe from the Tahitian Village at the Polynesian Cultural Center!

Coconut Bread recipe from the Tahitian Village at the Polynesian Cultural Center!

by Nina S. Jones | Oct 4, 2022 | Eat Polynesia!, Recipes, Side Dishes, Tahiti

A cooking exhibit highlighting traditional Tahitian Coconut Bread has been demonstrated in the Tahiti Village at the Polynesian Cultural Center for decades. The ingredients and presentation are simple, the taste is simply amazing. We’ve shared the recipe with our...
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