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Honoring the Māori Language Through Inspired Quotes

Honoring the Māori Language Through Inspired Quotes

by Nina Jones | Mar 18, 2023 | Aotearoa, Cultures of Polynesia

This week’s blog honors the beautiful Māori language. Originally shared with staff and volunteers at the Polynesian Cultural Center in the Fall of 2022, these historic words of revered Māori leaders were compiled by Tainui Johnston, who serves in the Islands of...
Māori Boil-up: The Ultimate Comfort Food

Māori Boil-up: The Ultimate Comfort Food

by Nina Jones | Mar 13, 2023 | Aotearoa, Eat Polynesia!, Main Dishes

The Traditional Māori Boil-up is easy and delicious   The Polynesian Cultural Center is pleased to share this traditional Māori Boil-up recipe provided by Rahira Makekau who is the Māori Cultural Performance Specialist and Advisor for the Center.  Māori are...
The Ultimate Oʻahu Trip Guide for Movie Lovers

The Ultimate Oʻahu Trip Guide for Movie Lovers

by Gage Norman | Feb 17, 2023 | Hawai’i Travel Tips

Oʻahu movies you should know about! Are you visiting Oʻahu and looking for interesting and fun movie sights to see? Check out some of the many different locations that are highlighted in popular films! Who doesn’t love movies? Whether you like to get dressed up to go...
Sharing Aloha: Hawaiian words and their meanings

Sharing Aloha: Hawaiian words and their meanings

by Nina S. Jones, Lead Blogger | Feb 14, 2023 | Cultures of Polynesia, Hawai'i

This article was prepared from a series developed by Terry Naauao Panee, Hawaiʻi Village Manager at the Polynesian Cultural Center. Each Hawaiian word showcases the grace and respect of this noble culture. We are proud to support the perpetuation and celebration of...
Kampachi – The Island’s most Delicious Fish!

Kampachi – The Island’s most Delicious Fish!

by Nina Jones | Jan 17, 2023 | Eat Polynesia!, Hawai'i, Luau & Party, Main Dishes, Polynesian Superfoods, Recipes

“Hawaiian Kampachi/Kanpachi, also known as Almaco Jack (Seriola rivoliana), is prized by chefs for both sushi and cuisine due to its extremely high fat content and rich white flesh. The fish is marked by a dark blue-green upper body with a lavender-tinted belly and...
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