Kiribati-Inspired Seafood Starter: A Taste of the Tropics The scent of the ocean always brings me back to my childhood summers. My grandfather, a seasoned sailor, would often return from his voyages with stories of exotic lands and, most importantly, ingredients. One of my fondest memories is him teaching me how to prepare a simple … Read more
Te Bua Toro Ni Baukin: A Taste of Kiribati The scent of the earth oven, the “umu,” is forever etched in my memory. As a child, visiting my grandmother in Fiji, I’d wake up to the smoky aroma of cooking food wafting through the air. While I never tasted Te Bua Toro Ni Baukin there, … Read more
Kiribati Crab and Prawn Delight: A Refreshing Seafood Starter The first time I tasted a dish like this was on a small, family-run boat during a fishing trip off the coast of Maine. The briny air, the rocking of the boat, and the camaraderie among the crew created the perfect setting for enjoying a simple … Read more