One of four main islands in the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) in the South Pacific Ocean, Pohnpei is a lush mountainous island that has been home to human beings for thousands of years. Although its name was originally Anglicized as “Ponape”, the title was changed to Pohnpei as a more accurate reading of the […]
While the proliferation of websites selling kava online means you can easily purchase and brew your own kava at home, for an initial experience nothing beats going to a kava bar: there you can try kava for the first time in an atmosphere that is pleasant, congenial, and offers the opportunity to discover kava’s potential […]
Ireland is a long way away from the balmy shores of the South Pacific where kava originated; you may wonder why we’re bothering to talk about Ireland and kava in the same breath. However, for people living on the Emerald Isle who are looking for a natural and effective route to tension relief, finding out […]
Some herbal smoke shops out there are beginning to offer kava root in their calming smoking blends in a new trend which led us to try and answer the question, “Can you smoke kava?” In the South Pacific where the kava root was first harvested for its relaxing effects, kava is either prepared as an […]
We’re excited to share some insights about boiling and baking with kava and its ability to remain effective even when heated! Due to an overwhelming number of visitors who asked whether Kava could be boiled or baked while still retaining its pleasurable and medicinal effects, I couldn’t resist opening a discussion here. So, to get […]
Next up on our tour of the Polynesian region of Oceania is the Tubuai Islands. Much like their cousins to the north in the Tuamotu Archipelago, the people of the Tubuai Islands are technically part of French Polynesia. This being the case, they also have their own unique culture and relationship with kava-as we will […]
Next stop on our tour of the Polynesian region of Oceania is the Tuamotu Archipelago. Although the Tuamotu Archipelago is not a free standing nation (it is a part of French Polynesia) the fact that it is the largest archipelago in the world warrants a closer look. Beyond its geographical significance, the Tuamotu Archipelago has […]
Our next stop on our tour of Micronesia is the Marshall Islands. The Marshallese have only recently begun their relationship with Kava. But before that, let’s explore the islands history, its people, and their culture. The Marshall Islands The Marshall Islands are a collection of over 1200 islands and islets, only five of which are […]
Hawaii and Kava (‘awa) Hawaii and kava (‘awa) have a profound connection that reflects the rich history of the Hawaiian Islands. This tradition has been carried over from ancient times and remains significant today. Before that discussion ensures (much to our delight), let’s look at the Hawaiian Islands and their history. Hawaii Hawaii is the […]
Rounding out our Kava-eye view of Micronesia is Palau. Palau, like many of these small island nations, has an interesting history. Palau also has a more traditional relationship with kava (which gives here a great relief). Let’s look at Palau today and the events that brought this young nation into being. Palau Officially known as […]
