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The Polynesian Cultural Center Is: One ‘Ohana, Sharing Aloha

The Polynesian Cultural Center Is: One ‘Ohana, Sharing Aloha

by Debra Weitzell | May 3, 2025 | Cultures of Polynesia, Other

“One ʻohana, sharing aloha.” When you come to the Polynesian Cultural Center, you will hear this phrase many times. Some might consider it a slogan designed to be catchy and fun, but it goes far deeper than that. It is the principle upon which the Polynesian Cultural...
5 Instagram Worthy Backdrops at the Center

5 Instagram Worthy Backdrops at the Center

by Brooklyn Macdonald | Feb 15, 2024 | Cultures of Polynesia, Hawai’i Travel Tips

The Polynesian Cultural Center is in the bright town of Lāʻie, where visitors will experience a day of beauty and culture. You will find unique cultural architecture, and meaningful designs set in serene tropical backdrops.   This blog highlights the top 5 Instagram...
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...
Supoesi: Traditional Samoan Recipe

Supoesi: Traditional Samoan Recipe

by Quinney Sua'ava | Mar 21, 2022 | Desserts, Eat Polynesia!, Recipes, Samoa, Sweetly Onolicious

What is Supoesi?  Supoesi, one of the traditional foods of Samoa, practiced and consumed by our ancestors. The technique has passed down from one generation to another.   Supoesi translates to Papaya Soup. It is both nutritional and delicious to eat at any time of the...
Carvers of Polynesia: Blessed with abundance

Carvers of Polynesia: Blessed with abundance

by Nina Jones | Aug 18, 2020 | Cultures of Polynesia

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...
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