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Oka Ita (Tongan Ceviche) Recipe

November 28, 2025 by Nigella Lawson

Oka Ita: A Taste of Tonga’s Ocean Bounty There’s a certain magic that happens when the ocean’s bounty meets the vibrant flavors of the tropics, and for me, that magic is encapsulated in Oka Ita. I first encountered this Tongan ceviche on a sun-drenched afternoon in the South Pacific, the air thick with the scent … Read more

Otai Recipe

May 16, 2025 by Nigella Lawson

Otai: A Taste of Tongan Sunshine The first time I ever tasted Otai, it was on a sweltering afternoon in Nuku’alofa, Tonga. The air was thick with the scent of frangipani and the distant murmur of the ocean. A kind local woman, Mama Teu, brought out a tall, frosted jug, condensation tracing intricate patterns down … Read more