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PCC and Other Laie News
Other PCC and related news PFHOF sets inaugural prep all-star game in Hawaii: The Polynesian Football Hall of Fame — whose museum display is located near the Hukilau Market Place main entrance of the Polynesian Cultural Center and features FREE-ADMISSION — has set...
Aunty Ellen Gay’s “Graduation”
Dela Rosa ‘graduates’ after 43 years Ellen Gay Kekuaokalani Dela Rosa (shown at left), PCC’s long-time Theater Director, retired on her 65th birthday, August 5, 2016, after working for the Polynesian Cultural Center for 43 years. Several hundred co-workers, friends...
Fijians Share Several Unique Cultural Aspects with Hawaiians
During a recent retirement farewell event for former Hawaiian cultural specialist Keith Awai (CLICK HERE to view video from this great celebration), PCC Fijian Village “chief” Ratu Seru Inoke Suguturaga noted the while Polynesians share many similar cultural aspects...
Fiji wins gold!
PCC Fijians celebrate Olympic gold “Rugby is Fiji’s national sport. It’s very popular,” said PCC Fijian Village “Chief” Ratu Seru Inoke Suguturaga . . . so it’s no surprise that Fijians at the Polynesian Cultural Center, back home in the islands and around the world,...
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Upside Down with A Cherry On Top!
Aloha! It's that time of the week again. Are you ready for a tasty treat? I certainly hope so, because I've got a great one for you today, and it involves a delicious, sweet and tangy fruit. While there are several tropical fruits that grow in the Polynesian islands,...
Making Mahimahi Your Favorite Fish
Last week, I talked about sashimi, sushi, and the Hawaiian favorite: poke. While I love each of these dishes, I'll be honest and say that, as far as cooked fish goes, I generally prefer a nice piece of grilled chicken or steak to a cooked filet of fish. A rare...
Island Specialty — Poke
Do you like sushi? What about sashimi? These are two of the best known Japanese dishes around the world, and for good reason: they taste delicious. I lived in Japan for two years as a missionary for my church, and let me tell you, the Japanese eat well. There was...
An Island Staple: Shoyu Chicken
Aloha! Another week has come and gone in paradise. The sun continues to shine, the clear water of the ocean and the sandy beaches of Polynesia are just as warm and inviting as ever, and the intoxicating aroma of local foods still lingers in the air. These foods are...
Lau Lau: Ancient Dish, Modern Delicacy
Over the last several weeks, we've been going over a lot of deserts: Haupia, Chocolate Haupia Pie, and Banana Guava Pie. All of these desserts are delicious, and certainly worth making to accompany dinners, serve as a perfect potluck contribution, or be enjoyed in the...
Like the Maori: Thin the Veil Between You and Your Ancestors
Last week, I visited the Polynesian Cultural Center’s Maori village. I wanted to learn more about the taiaha (Maori weapon) and its significance to Maori culture. After learning from the natives, I joined the tourists in watching their cultural presentation. Just like...
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