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Exclusive tickets as the Polynesian Cultural Center reopens January 18, 2021
An exclusive ticket package will be offered from January 18 – April 22, 2021 as the Polynesian Cultural Center prepares to reopen after a nine month closure due to Covid-19.
Preserving art thru student carvers: Part III of Carvers of Polynesia
In Part 3 – “Preserving the art of Polynesia” of our series on the Carvers of the Polynesian Cultural Center, we meet the student employees – three young men from diverse backgrounds who feel blessed to be members of the team. The senior carvers are dedicated to making sure that all three apprentices learn not only how to carve, but how to live the life of a carver – dedicated to the years of hard work and sacrifice that will be required of them, humble enough to realize the weight upon them to represent and protect the Polynesian culture, and confident enough to stretch far beyond what they think they are capable of. Clearly this is a rare opportunity to step out of the formal classroom and into the guidance of masters of their field.
Hanneman’s Tropical Banana Bread: A Taste of Polynesian Flavors
Eat Polynesia! is proud to share this easy to make tropical banana bread recipe with the surprising taste of chocolate chips and coconut – plus a simple gaze added to the top, courtesy of Peggy Hannemann, of Seven Brothers Burgers.
Shaka: The Iconic Hawaiian Gesture and Its Meaning
Have you heard about Hamana Kalili? If you’ve ever seen the Hawaiian shaka sign where you put out your thumb and pinky finger, curl your middle three fingers and wave your hand, then you’ll enjoy this story about a great but humble man connected to one of the most recognized ‘waves’ in the world!
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How to Make Roasted Turkey Tails – Samoan Style
“The secret to this simple approach to the perfect roasted turkey tail is patience. Cook it long and slow, which will make it both extremely tender and delightfully crispy”
International Breadfruit Conference
The Polynesian Cultural Center co-hosted the 2018 Global Breadfruit, Technology & Health Summit in Laie from October 15-17, 2018. Participants held most of their morning sessions in the Center’s Hawaiian Journey Theater and toured the PCC villages to see how our various islanders prepare and use breadfruit. They included government officials, doctors, university professors, scientists, cultural practitioners, bakers, chefs, culinary program people, and other ‘ulu advocates.
Polynesian Cultural Center celebrates 55th anniversary
1963-2018 Fifty-five years ago on October 12, 1963, hundreds of invited dignitaries, tourism executives, Church College of Hawaii (which became BYU–Hawaii in 1974) administrators and faculty, media, Polynesian cultural leaders, Church officials and community...
David Hannemann Remembered as a Legacy of Love
The Polynesian Cultural Center wishes to acknowledge the recent passing of Tausilinu’u David Hannemann (fondly known as Uncle David) who passed away in October of this year. This article is meant to honor Uncle David the way he would have wanted it – through the love of his ‘ohana at the Polynesian Cultural Center. We hope you enjoy this tribute to a very special member of our team.
Adventure Tips for the Polynesian Cultural Center
1. Prepare for rain Bring a rain parka or umbrella (or purchase one at one of our many stores). We are on the windward side of the island and can have showers on the sunniest of days. It’s what makes us clean and green! Rain can last a handful of minutes or throughout...
Spam Musubi in Hawaii: Recipe, Origins & Cultural Significance
Spam, that strange meat loaf from a can, has become so popular in Hawaii that they actually keep it in locked shelving at the grocery store. It is no surprise that the beloved meat has found its way to the top of a musubi. Musubi comes from the Japanese rice ball...
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