Popular Fiji Kokoda (Kokonda) Recipe
Fijian Kokonda Recipe Kokonda: A Refreshing Fijian Delight for Your Taste Buds. Kokonda is a traditional Fijian dish that is perfect for those who love fresh and vibrant flavours. This delightful dish features raw fish marinated in coconut milk and lime juice, combined with a medley of colorful vegetables and herbs. In this article, we’ll […]
Fiji’s Geography: Know Where You’re Staying on Your Fiji Holiday
Ever been on vacation or travelled and wondered which part of the country you were in or are currently staying in? If you’re wondering about this for your next Fiji holiday, don’t worry, we’re here to share with you a bit of Fiji’s geography, especially about where a lot of the resorts and vacation areas […]
Halloween events to look out for this October in Fiji
In Fiji, Halloween isn’t deeply rooted in tradition as it is in some countries. It doesn’t hold significant cultural nor religious importance in Fijian tradition. Nevertheless, some resorts and restaurants have embraced the Halloween concept with enthusiasm. Here’s a list of a few delightful Halloween events to look out for this October. VOU Halloween Horror […]
10 birds endemic to Fiji
The remoteness of the Fiji Islands limits the presence of larger animals that are usually accommodated on larger continents. This however does not limit the survival of microfauna and flora on Fiji’s shores. The avifauna (bird life) of Fiji is unlike any other in the South Pacific, in fact it is quite rich. Bird (s) […]
What makes Fiji a multicultural country?
Have you ever wondered why Fiji has such an array of cultural diaspora? Well! First off, Fiji is one of the few island nations in the South Pacific that hosts a few cultural groups from the Pacific and across the seas. This, along with the British colonisation of Fiji has provided the island nation with […]
Get 5% discount when you dine at Zig Zag Cafe
Fiji is one of those countries that does not only indulge in its own traditional delicacies but also specialises in other renowned cuisines such as pizzas, pasta or hamburgers and chips. Aside from traditional cuisines, Fiji’s modern cuisine is largely influenced by other cultures. Hence, the sign of ‘fish and chips’ or ‘sausage and chips’ […]
Exploring tattoo studios in Fiji: Where to Get Inked in Fiji
Tattoos are often seen as a way to express yourself whether it is from an artistic, spiritual or cultural perspective. In the Pacific, specifically Polynesia, tattoos hold cultural value that brings honour to one when they undergo the traditional tattooing process. Fiji, often torn between the passes of Polynesia and Melanesia, has always had a […]
The floating island of Macuata, Fiji’s northern province
At first sight, the natural phenomena that sits on a drano (lake) blends plainly into the swamp that surrounds it. The sugarcane fields that further surround this swampland just adds to its concealment. The magic behind this is the natural movement of the island which detaches land and moves around the lake from time to […]
Best places to taste local cuisine in Suva
Suva, Fiji’s capital city, is home to an array of choices, whether it is clothing, electronics or good food. Now, the cuisine in the city is quite diverse, and it all comes down to what kind of cuisine you are craving. For this article we will show all the best places to get local cuisine […]
The history of cannibalism in Fiji
Prior to its recent and more common name, Fiji was previously known to early Europeans as the Cannibal Isles. This side of Fiji’s dark history is one for the culinary books and involves ancient religious customs and consumption rituals. Having existed for a long time, cannibalism was the sole deterrent for Europeans in discovering and […]
