Food

Cafe revived, Italian-style pizzeria opened by two Cook Islands chefs

Monday 29 January 2024 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Features, Food, Go Local

Two Cook Islands cooks have teamed up to revive and expand a Rarotonga café by transforming it into a traditional Italian pizzeria at night.

Features


Trader Jacks ‘party central’ for Vaka Eiva

Friday 24 November 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Entertainment, Features, Food

Trader Jacks is “looking forward” to hosting Vaka Eiva competitors again as the Cook Islands’ premier outrigger canoe international regatta returns to Avarua Wharf for the first time in four years. With three-and-a-half hours added to opening time, a freshly-painted car park boosting ambulance access, and plans to cater for 500 people on closing night – the Rarotonga restaurant and bar is anticipating “a very busy week”, director Chris Douglas said.

Entertainment


Club Raro’s Jalapenos: A must-try for couples

Tuesday 17 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Food, Go Local

Recommended for couples only, you wouldn’t want to miss out on the welcoming, friendly environment offered at Club Raro restaurant and bar.

Features


Pit masters lock tongs for first foray on global steak circuit

Monday 2 October 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Features, Food

The Cook Islands has joined an international steak-cooking circuit as interest in competitive barbecuing experiences a “massive growth curve”.

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Offering ‘affordable’ VIP experience

Saturday 30 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Food, Go Local

A newly opened bar offering ‘affordable’ VIP experience, vibrant atmosphere, amazing cocktails and food has taken the Rarotonga patrons by storm.

Features


Dining Table: Outstanding experience at On the Beach

Tuesday 19 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Food, Go Local

Spend the evening overlooking the blue horizon as the sun sets at OTB, On the Beach Bar and Restaurant at Manuia Beach Resort Arorangi and you cannot miss the friendly welcome and hospitality of not only the staff, but OTB’s very own top chef and owner Philip Nordt.

Features


New cafe, old family recipes

Monday 18 September 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Features, Food, Go Local

From family recipes passed down for generations to a Nikao-based bakery satisfying the sweet tooth of Rarotonga’s students for more than 40 years, Turamatuitui Bakery continues to grow as its cafe offshoot relocates to Avarua.

Features


Tamarind House - compliments to the chef and team

Tuesday 29 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Food, Go Local

It’s worth every dollar! Situated just on the main road at Tupapa, in Rarotonga, I must say, Tamarind House Restaurant owned by Sue Carruthers never ceases to amaze me.

Features


Dinning table: Little Poly where expectations meet reality

Tuesday 1 August 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Features, Food, Go Local

Driving past Little Polynesian Restaurant (Little Poly) in Titikaveka, I always wondered the kind of dining experience they offered. So when the opportunity came to dine at this poolside restaurant, no was not an option.

Features


Dinning guide: Sizzling Sunday Grill is back!

Tuesday 25 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Food

Indulge, sit back and unwind for a delightful dining experience, inside, beachside or poolside, at the Muri Beach Club Hotel’s SilverSands Restaurant.

Features


Local hot sauce gets overseas rating

Monday 24 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Food, Go Local

Paul’s Raro Hot Sauce is bringing together a love of all things chilli and a desire to put hot sauce from our little island on the overseas market.

Features


Restaurateur says ‘save’ the cooking oil

Wednesday 19 July 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Features, Food, Go Local

A long serving restaurateur is suggesting there is a market for tackling waste cooking oil in the Cooks.

Features


Matariki dinner with Aotearoa Minister

Friday 14 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Food, Local, National, Weekend

The Aotearoa Society celebrated Matariki, the beginning of Aotearoa New Zealand’s new year in the Māori lunar calendar with the presence of Minister for Māori Development, Broadcasting and Media Willie Jackson.

Features


Cook Islands chefs prepare for global challenge

Thursday 25 May 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Features, Food

Cook Islands chefs will feature in the Global Chefs Challenge Pacific Rim Semi Final event at the Arena in Auckland, New Zealand during the Fine Foods Festival next month from Sunday, June 25 to Tuesday, June 27.

Art


NZ chilli-eating champ gets taste of Rarotonga

Saturday 8 April 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Features, Food

The three-time New Zealand chilli-eating champion and former Oceania Belt holder connected with the “chilli heads” of Rarotonga during his first-ever trip to the Cook Islands recently, and sees potential for the sport to grow in the island nation. Joanne Holden reports.

Features


Our food is fresh, not polluted and mostly organic: chef Nordt

Friday 27 January 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Features, Food

Rarotonga chef Phillip Nordt cuts straight to the point as he sharpens his knife in preparation for a third season of his TV show Chef’s Table.

Features


Cook Islands chef heads to culinary celebration

Saturday 1 October 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Features, Food

Cook Islands chef Rangi Mitaera-Johnson will mix it with the best in the region for what looks to be celebration of food and community to help strengthen relationships between the Pacific and Aotearoa New Zealand.

Features


REVIEW: The best burgers in town

Monday 11 July 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Food

Tourists Angus Fotheringham and Daniel Cutmore have spent a good part of their holiday stopping off at Rarotonga burger joints and share what they think are the very best.

Features


Masked and ready to serve

Wednesday 26 January 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Food

Xaeon Henry waits patiently for customers at the Punanga Nui Market yesterday at her stall laden with ripe mangoes, fresh fruit and vegetables

Features


Mini pineapple meringue pies - a perfect treat for Father's Day

Thursday 2 September 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Food

Father’s Day is just around the corner and I know there are a few people trying to organise that special treat for a father figure in their lives. For my family, we will be getting together with another close family to celebrate this day and that’s because, these two fathers like to chill out together, writes Chef Rangi Mitaera-Johnson.

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