Art
Keeping his comics on the down-low
Saturday 31 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art, Features
Young Cook Islands comic artist Montel Williams hopes to one day show his art to the world but only when he’s ready.
‘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.
