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Paifala: Pineapple Half-Moon Pie from Samoa

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

Paifala/Pai Fala is a wonderful handheld version of a pineapple pie popular in Samoa. You will find them served at many bakeries and food trucks. Once you have one, you’ll be craving it for ever after. We can help with this traditional recipe with step-by-step instructions. Come enjoy the flavors of Polynesia with our Eat Polynesia blog series.

Christmas Traditions of Polynesia

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

Family, love, unity, and renewal are common themes shared across the Pacific islands during Christmas celebrations. Quinney Suaava shares various and similar Christmas traditions practiced in the islands of Polynesia. Read more!

2022 Christmas at the Hukilau Marketplace Schedule

by Quinney Suaava, PCC Blogger | Dec 8, 2022 | News at the Center

Our 2022 Christmas at the Hukilau Marketplace is about to begin! Blogger Quinney Suava shares more about the music, the games, the times and the dates. This is definitely an event your family does not want miss!!!

Best Lūʻau on Oʻahu: Aliʻi Lūʻau

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

The top of every visitor’s list when visiting Oahu is to attend a great lūʻau. Harley Charlebois highlights all of the reasons why the Ali’i Lūʻau is your best bet, with a day full of culture, music, education, and beauty. Topped off by an elegant Hawaiian themed musical program, “Onipa’a: A Tribute to Queen Liliokualani”, this is definitely an experience you will not want to miss!

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The Right Shoes for the Right Hawaiian Activities

by Sloane Tipton | May 15, 2022 | Hawai’i Travel Tips

Blogger Sloane Tipton shares that wearing the proper Oahu footwear for the beach, Polynesian Cultural Center, hiking, shopping, etc., is an essential part of your trip to the Islands. Be prepared by wearing the right shoes for your perfect Hawaiian vacation.

Mahalo-ve: One Love, One Gratitude

by John Paolo Asetre | May 6, 2022 | Cultures of Polynesia

Mahalo-ve is the ability to surround oneself in gratitude is truly a distinguished quality.

7 Things to Know About Traffic on O‘ahu, Hawaii

by Michael Muir | May 3, 2022 | Hawai'i, Hawai’i Travel Tips

Guest blogger Micharl Muir, a student at BYU-Hawaii, gives 7 great tips to help our visitors to navigate Oahu traffic like a pro.

Jeri Galea’i: Dancing with Fire

by Nina Jones | Apr 19, 2022 | News at the Center

Introducing the inspiring story of JERI, a 3-part documentary which tells the inspiring story of family, dedication and natural talent in the form of a young woman competing in the 2019 World Fireknife Championship. This docuseries will be presented on two days during this year’s We Are Samoa festivities. Learn more here!

5 Historic Moments in Lāʻie History

by Hailey Christensen | Apr 11, 2022 | Cultures of Polynesia, Hawai'i

Guest Blogger Hailey Christensen shares five Historic Moments in Laie History that may prove helpful for visitors who are interested in knowing about the little town of Laie. Including the famous Polynesian Cultural Center, Brigham Young University-Hawaii, Laie Hawaii Temple, Hukilau Beach, and Lanihuli Home.