Art
‘Island Blues’ at art exhibition
Thursday 29 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art, Features
Young and talented Rarotonga artists will be showcasing their unique work this evening at a special exhibition themed ‘Island Blues’.
In a time of darkness, local artist sees light
Saturday 24 October 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Art
In her latest exhibition, artist Mahiriki Tangaroa was able to channel the adversity and despair felt during the Covid-19 pandemic into artwork that she says embodies optimism and hope.
For the love of cooking
Thursday 22 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art
Mou Trego loves cooking. For him, cooking is not just a hobby, it’s an art he tries to master every day. Losirene Lacanivalu went along to World Food Day to check out his culinary delights.
Chef Ngametua Tariau: A 'cheeky' chicken dish
Thursday 15 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art
RECIPE: Chicken tastes better when roasted over a beer can.
Karlene Taokia: Pineapples – fruit for champions
Thursday 8 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art
RECIPE: Fruits are very important, and for athletes who are representing their islands at the Cook Islands Games, they are a must.
Rangi Mitaera-Johnson: Plant-based food is the new trend in town
Thursday 1 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art
RECIPE: There is a great interest in plant-based food these days. It is a trend that is gaining global attention.
Phillip Nordt : Think about your health first
Thursday 17 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art
RECIPE: Get your daily protein in one hit, make it a non-meat day and your body will love you for it! Veteran chef Phillip Nordt explains how.
'The secret ingredient is always love'
Wednesday 16 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Art
Pastry chef Abbygale Samson’s story began in the most unusual way.
Karlene Taokia : Plenty of pumpkins everywhere
Thursday 10 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art
RECIPE: Pumpkin has a low calorie count which may promote weight loss.
Capturing rare moments in time
Thursday 10 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art
Photographer Charlotte Piho described her international award winning photograph ‘Heart Wide Open’ as a beautiful rare moment where all vibrations and nature; the sun, light, eagle rays and turtles aligned.
Ngametua Tariau : A favourite among guests
Thursday 3 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art
RECIPE: Caramelised pawpaw and nut tart with coconut ice cream. Mmm … like Christmas in your mouth!
Not just a pretty picture
Thursday 3 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Art
Cook Islands multi-media artist Spike Tuara made his public debut at the PrEtTY/uGly multi-media exhibition launch at LBV on Saturday. Katrina Tanirau caught up with him.
Food your dads love
Thursday 3 September 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Art
If your dad loves all things food, especially eating, then the best place to treat him this Father’s Day is OTB Bar & Restaurant.
Tavioni an 'inspiration' to young carvers
Tuesday 1 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art
Renowned carver Papa Mike Tavioni has been patiently mentoring two small boys in one big task.
Pretty ugly art
Friday 28 August 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Art
Interpretation of any work of art is in the eyes of both the artist and the observer.
Rangi Mitaera-Johnson: Eating back from the brink
Thursday 27 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art
RECIPE: In the Cook Islands we really love our food, love it to the point where we are literally eating ourselves to death – there, I said it.
Karlene Taokia: Playing with parrot fish
Thursday 20 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art
RECIPE: Parrot fish is one of the tastiest fish in our waters – and it also tastes the nicest deep-fried and even steamed.
Spicy and delicious flying fish – from Caribbean to the Pacific to your plate
Thursday 13 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art
RECIPE: Today it’s all about local fishing and what comes to mind is the maroro … not the usual game fish.
Bringing the fire of my islands to the kitchen
Thursday 6 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art
RECIPE: I was 10-years-old when Cyclone Percy hit Pukapuka. It was devastating – our whole family had to leave the island.
Rangi Mitaera-Johnson: Fish parcels wrapped in Rukau viti
Thursday 30 July 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Art
RECIPE: It certainly tastes better when you know it’s from your own garden.
