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The Red Prawns of Vatulele – a Fijian legend
Enjoy this Fijian legend, “The Red Prawns of Vatulele” from the Polynesian Cultural Center
The Polynesian Cultural Center leads the way in uncertain times
During this unplanned break, the Polynesian Cultural Center is not sitting back and letting opportunities pass us by. While following the very important social distancing standards established by the Centers of Disease Control (CDC), we are addressing projects that have had to be placed on hold in the past. We are preparing for bigger and better services to you, our ohana.
Iraia Bailey: Language is the essence of culture
“Language is the window that gives you a peek into the world [your ancestors] lived in.”
LIMU: A simply delicious Hawaiian superfood
Traditionally used as a seasoning for poke or green salads, as a garnish for stew, or simply as a side dish, limu is packed with fresh nutrition.
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How to Make Koko Alaisa
Koko Rice is a staple across Samoa, and in Samoan communities around the world. Genius in its simplicity, many Samoans list it as ‘comfort food’ from their childhood. Family gatherings would always have a big steamy pot of it along with fresh bread loaded with butter. Just ask one of your Samoan friends
The “new” Polynesian Cultural Center
The Polynesian Cultural Center has been open now for 55 years. In addition to its age and the routine wear-and-tear from millions of visitors, Hawaii’s natural environment can also wreak havoc on the Center’s upkeep.Using their skills the PCC recently completed a multi-million-dollar overhaul to almost all our physical facilities.
Huilua Fishpond in Kahana Bay: Explore the beauty and history of ancient Hawaii fishing practices
The Huilua Fishpond, is an authentic example of ancient Hawaiian aquaculture. You will find the loko i’a (fishpond in Hawaiian) as you approach the south side of Kahana Bay. The parking just off the highway consists of just a handful of spaces. You will need to take a...
Samoan Panikeke Recipe
Panikeke is not exclusively a breakfast food, but it is most definitely a food that will make your day, and it goes great with fruit, jams, whipped cream, syrup, or nutella!
Antique pump organ still plays on at the Polynesian Cultural Center
The Polynesian Cultural Center is the proud owner of an 1890 Etsey Pump Organ which just recently underwent a complete restoration after suffering from mold, heat, age, rodents and the ever present bugs. It now is played daily in the Mission Settlement.
Get ready for the new HUKI canoe celebration at the Polynesian Cultural Center, Summer 2018
Huki is unique not only in the tale it shares, but in how it is presented. Live musicians set the tone while native performers present our epic tale while dancing on large double hulled canoes upon a picturesque lagoon. Huki shows how, through tradition, the little town of Laie created a community that drew these Polynesian cultures back together, and laid the groundwork for building the Polynesian Cultural Center – which today shares the majestic Polynesian legacy with millions of visitors from across the globe.
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