As someone who’s mom is Fijian born and raised, thank you so much for highlighting the paradise where she grew up! I havent been since 2010 and i miss it so much
@PlasmaWisp1009 ай бұрын
“If you are happy when you are cooking, then the food will always taste good” Hell yeah!
@michaelnorman99628 ай бұрын
48 hours in Fiji to chow down on crab cuisine. Mike, this is one of your best videos. Many blessings from Minnesota.
@jeffsaofai8 ай бұрын
Im from Samoa 🇼🇸 and the food in Fiji 🇫🇯 is very similar...im so happy you got to taste raw fish with coconut cream, that is the staple dish in the pacific islands, thank you Mr. Chen for bringing the world to the Pacific Islands, next stop Samoa 🇼🇸❤
@BeastNZ6 ай бұрын
Oka!!
@Enerdhil9 ай бұрын
That song at the end brought tears to my eyes. It sounded like a hymn.🥹
@ronaldelia99569 ай бұрын
It was, the Methodist religion is very big in Fiji.
@davidmckesey71199 ай бұрын
Explain a lot
@taotzu13398 ай бұрын
They were formerly warlike and powerful man hunters.
@karolinaunaisivunibaka29609 ай бұрын
Bula vinaka Mike. Great video. Vinaka vakalevu for show-casing what you could in 48 hours of our Fijian cuisine and a bit of culture. loved the Fijian hymn sung at the end. I look forward to more videos of you coming back for more.
@KarateKim9 ай бұрын
What a great video…. A layover that turned into a main event. From the food to the beautiful paradise, to the fun of crabbing with cool guys, five out five on this video 😀
@Durbsdugout9 ай бұрын
Loved this episode! I really like when you delve deeper into the culture!! Safe travels, Mike.
@bigstepper83479 ай бұрын
Fiji is one of my bucket list destinations
@greencoconut19509 ай бұрын
Thank you for visiting Fiji 🇫🇯!! We've been watching your videos for a few years from right here. Hope you had a good stay. Vinaka, moce mada.
@oneeye58378 ай бұрын
If the layover in Fiji is this good, imagine if you were there longer.. Enjoyed this episode in Fiji ❤
@MaskedRiderChris9 ай бұрын
I didn't know the first thing about Fijian cuisine until I watched this video, and it was fascinating to learn that their cuisine is as heavily Indian influenced as it is. It looks like those guys were having a blast doing their thing and sharing their culture and food with you two and it made me want to go there to experience it first hand. That song at the end was so charming, too! Great video, Mike!
@barbaragreen86089 ай бұрын
Beautiful video, beautiful culture and beautiful people. Really enjoyed the entire experience. Hated to see it come to a close. Good luck on your next adventure.
@regularsubb20379 ай бұрын
OMG IM FROM FIJI AND IVE WATCHED YOU FOR THE LONGEST TIME!!! YAY!!!
@asishsamy46329 ай бұрын
This feels amazing being Fijian
@GhostDawgg692479 ай бұрын
Since your from Fiji can I ask what were they singing at the end? It almost sounded like a hymn or prayer.
@strictlydumpling9 ай бұрын
🙌🙌🙌 Thanks!
@GhostDawgg692479 ай бұрын
@@8mile791 beautiful!!!
@regularsubb20379 ай бұрын
@strictlydumpling that last bit when you explained Bula Vinaka made me tear up and you perfectly described my people so well. Please come back and stay longer. You haven't experienced the REAL Fiji. Go to the villages and try food cooked in a lovo. You won't regret it I promise!!
@rebeccamozingo60559 ай бұрын
The singing at the end was my favorite part! So beautiful!
@margaretmckee69019 ай бұрын
Omg ,that club sandwich was so delicious looking,I'm still drooling 🤤 . I loved the way the people took time to teach you the ways of doing the coconut and crabs . Stay safe and enjoy your travels,from your biggest fan from Arkansas
@Travellergirl769 ай бұрын
I’m Fijian, I could have given you some good places to eat the best curry in Nadi! If ur going to Auckland make sure to go to some places on dominion road in the balmoral area! They are so good! Also, chahaat in greenwoods corner and Blue rose cafe in Sandringham road is a must for a good pie! Have fun in our little city!
@truklassi828 ай бұрын
The culture was beautiful. It made me cry with joy that you got to experience that. Thank you for sharing this.
@SocialChannelStudios9 ай бұрын
Wow, what an amazing experience in Fiji! The food looks absolutely incredible. And that traditional coconut cracking and cooking method? So cool!🌴🦀🍲
@tintedstud9 ай бұрын
Welcome to my home country!!! Thanks for this love seeing our country get some exposure
@Indie-A-tom8 ай бұрын
This place feels amazing
@PudgyPedalPusher8 ай бұрын
Really really enjoyed this one, Mike. More of this if possible!
@esthersami0075 ай бұрын
Feel so proud watching this being a Fiji :)
@gailsfoodandstuff9 ай бұрын
the singing at the end, and the circle they made, reminds me of the original “grinch” Christmas movie, when they all sang around the tree. pretty cool stuff. great video you did here.
@caroleweaver36049 ай бұрын
LOVE THE SINGING!!!!❤
@JohnLumagui9 ай бұрын
Wow...that singing at the end. So much soul!
@LegendFMFiji9 ай бұрын
Woah we've been the biggest fans of Strictly Dumpling and are stoked he was in our home! Vinaka Mike
@Kingkillwatts9 ай бұрын
I’d love to visit Fiji before it’s all underwater. Such a beautiful island and culture
@davidmckesey71199 ай бұрын
Thanks for showing this culture. Beautiful
@kenyattamm5 ай бұрын
Mikey,! I luv it Dat you seein da ting man! 1 Education is beautiful. You do great work. You're one of the most positive people in the world. 1
@juustMai8 ай бұрын
Wow, wonderful amazing people in Fiji. I love it 🫶🏽
@amandakucsera9 ай бұрын
wow...............that song at the end was so beautiful.........it gave me flashbacks of when i played bioshock inifnite, where you enter Columbia in the clouds. The song is called "Will The Circle Be Unbroken" - Bioshock Infinite Version
@jakeguli55388 ай бұрын
And the food, looks even better.
@MalReaver9 ай бұрын
Love it when you come to Canada, especially Vancouver! I'm just over the straight in Victoria, please come visit us!
@sampathranaweera67669 ай бұрын
Fijians are so amazing people, i worked there 5 years. I love fiji Indian curries. Bula vinaka ❤🙏
@saechao20089 ай бұрын
The food looked AMAZING!!
@CaptainF1J17 ай бұрын
Bula! If only you had time to go out and explore more of Fiji 🇫🇯 Fiji curry and Fiji Chinese food are hard to beat.
@rejielitoroca74428 ай бұрын
Saw this video on Facebook coz I mostly watch his videos there and was shocked to see he came to Fiji but was moreee shocked that he lived right across from me🤭
@mavericky_9 ай бұрын
Wow, I didn't expect a Fiji video. Now all that's left is Sonny
@monicachand32699 ай бұрын
OMGGG I'M FROM FIJI!!! Thank you for visiting my motherland!
@GhostDawgg692479 ай бұрын
Amazing!!! But, what were they singing at the end? It almost sounded like a hymn or prayer!
@amandakucsera9 ай бұрын
I also thought so!! It flashed me back to the hymn "Will The Circle Be Unbroken" but from the beginning of Bioshock Infinite, with how they sung it
@josephsassensmith27176 ай бұрын
It's a gospel song
@dannywhite80579 ай бұрын
Awesome video bro .👍
@christinaalameda62068 ай бұрын
Loved everything about this Video. GOD BLESS You 🥰🌺🌹💙✝️🙏all
@nileshrichardjaduram93043 ай бұрын
I agree with you Mike.. the Kokoda is a dish that I would eat everyday too.. thank you for visiting our tiny nation.. vinaka vaka levu
@rugbycrazyfijian38068 ай бұрын
My brother you missed the number one Fijian dish...Yaqona aka. KAVA...😂...glad you enjoyed it here in my homeland...much love
@simonedaulaca10789 ай бұрын
Thank you for coming to nanuku fiji too bad I didn't get to meet you...Mike chen😢...maybe next time
@bhavika.prajapati9 ай бұрын
Can't wait to see your time in New Zealand!
@Brandopotomus9 ай бұрын
This video, even though it wasn't as produced as usual I really enjoyed the video you took of the locals. Seems like a chilled out place with happy people. Great video!
@ForeverChanged79 ай бұрын
Mike, What a stay over! Fiji and this establishment is a magical experience. That would be a destination I would visit over and over again. The ppl just were sooo nice. And the food, the Paca Paca blew my mind. If only we had tastavision and smell- avision! Thanks for taking me along. See you in Australia!❤
@CassandraMcewen3 ай бұрын
So amazing
@Blinkislive9 ай бұрын
This is such a wholesome video 🥹♥️
@itzfonzx37198 ай бұрын
Bula Mike 👋 I’m from Fiji and now I also wanna checkout Nanuku Resort for the food.👌🏼 Hope you visit again someday and get the full Fijian island experience.
@janicebolosan1199 ай бұрын
Opakapaka is my favorite fish!! Had it once at work, so ono!!!
@carlakinstley92558 ай бұрын
The song at the end ❤
@taylortrick67899 ай бұрын
Long time Mikey fan here! So glad to see you expanding your travel/food videos to catch and cooks!! Your videos on both channels have been amazing, and now another level of flavor has been added. Can't wait for more.
@RahulChauhan-lk7uu9 ай бұрын
Click like if you are from Fiji 👍
@akashprasad58029 ай бұрын
Let’s go Fiji
@JamesPidkowa9 ай бұрын
That’s was pretty cool
@jessenoble16448 ай бұрын
I'm from AUCKLAND NEW ZEALAND I'd love to show you around!!!!
@IN4IR9 ай бұрын
You need to explore fijis food places dude! Both traditional fijian and Indian and just like how you go to random places try random stalls! And also try the roadside bbqs!!!
@speedyfett65289 ай бұрын
Dinner- take the roti tear a piece pick ip some of the curry and pick up some rice and then dip in chutney. Taste is amazing
@Cindyscrossstitch9 ай бұрын
So pretty. Definitely a laid back lifestyle
@bajsemannen129 ай бұрын
When will you visit Norway?! You would love our Christmas dinner. Pork ribs!
@MikeBrown_19939 ай бұрын
Hi Mike Chen, hope you’re doing well? I have been a fan and subscriber of your channel since the Chinese bbq pork and duck video in flushing queens I think ?? I just heard you are coming to New Zealand. What date
@MA-em5ou9 ай бұрын
Mike, if you’re going to Melbourne you should go check out Goje (frozen yogurt) in Yarraville - it’ll be the best frozen yogurt you’ll ever have 🙌🏾 there is also fantastic Greek place right next to it too (order grilled lamb!)
@RSkies9 ай бұрын
It literally says in the menu that the Paka Paka is on a puttanesca sauce, not marinara.
@susandibble35259 ай бұрын
What a beautiful place 🤗 and even more beautiful souls 🙏
@zacharybrown85819 ай бұрын
Mikey! Love the videos man! Been a fan for YEARS!
@kaivitiga9 ай бұрын
You made me miss home ❤
@brianlee18289 ай бұрын
Looking good
@danielsantiagourtado34309 ай бұрын
Hey Mike! Huge fan of your work ❤❤❤❤
@goan_infinity52469 ай бұрын
This has now became my most fav video of yours❤❤ It was lovely, soothing, beautiful, traditional and informative
@rozco74079 ай бұрын
How would I book a trip here
@brandonhoang17129 ай бұрын
Let me guess the food is jooshy and filled with umommy while he pretends to tilt his head back hoping his topee doesn’t fall off 😂
@19element9 ай бұрын
We are from nz, we couldnt choose between fiji and samoa to spend the week to warm up so flew to samoa last week. Your making me wish we went to fiji. How far away was the resort from the airport? We couldnt find a decent resort to stay at close to the airport without going to another island
@bethevans10379 ай бұрын
Wonderful review. The music chior at the end was beautiful.
@b.smithchobette9 ай бұрын
Which resort is this? I can't tell and it looks amazing!
@simonedaulaca10789 ай бұрын
Nanuku Resort fiji
@tommanning73379 ай бұрын
WOW!!!!!!! That place looked amazing, I absolutely love the places you visit and the great food you find. Love your channel man!!!!! 😎👍🏻👍🏻
@Navydave32469 ай бұрын
Wow the Best video you have done yet !!!!
@MoseseDraniatu8 ай бұрын
I live in pacific harbor in fiji near nanuku I love the beach next to the resort
@Jmayeski9119 ай бұрын
Thank you for the extended ending… so much peacefulness
@RoyalSweetness229 ай бұрын
That was great Mike😊. Safe and happy traveling as well. 😁
@mysticstrikeforce59579 ай бұрын
Didnt know you were hear in vancouver. Yah my grandma just came back fo fiji as well and she said itd really hot there now
@rozco74079 ай бұрын
What is the name of this resort
@jadehom80679 ай бұрын
Loved this video...great job Mikey 👍...all the food looked so amazing especially the crab curry at the end...safe travels and God Bless 😘🤗❤
@alured97499 ай бұрын
Thanks mike for visiting our lovely country.
@LM-xf1ih9 ай бұрын
Best Foodie Travel Moments Ever😂
@matthewd58839 ай бұрын
Can't wait to see your video on Sydney. That's the video I'm looking forward to as it would love to see the great food finds you've found here in Sydney.
@robylove91909 ай бұрын
Fiji was great. I'm excited to see the rest of the trip.
@rovaka6799 ай бұрын
Bula Mike!
@georgemohetau60567 ай бұрын
Any1 know the name of the hymn at the end ?
@HUUSTISHIA9 ай бұрын
Been a longtime viewer, so glad you finally got to see and experience foods from my home island. You should check out cuisine from the outer islands of Fiji as well❤
@tktyga779 ай бұрын
Glad to see you visit Fiji, do check out other parts of Lapitanesia/Lapinesia (more widely known as Melanesia) & other South Pacific island parts when you can. Sorry to find you had an underwhelming hotel dinner that one night
@BlackSkullArmor9 ай бұрын
Dude scarfed down a bowl of rice and meat to wait for a bowl of noodles
@MrTommyboy3579 ай бұрын
this is Great!
@TL82039 ай бұрын
Seafood in Australia n NZ can’t beat it together with NZ meat pies/fish n chips/butter chicken..Australia got good steak