Catching & Cooking MUD CRABS! 48 Hour Food Layover in Fiji

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  • Опубликовано: 24 апр 2024
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    I’m in beautiful Fiji for a quick 48-hour layover, and what better way to spend it than going on a mud crab adventure? I'm joining guides on a local river and see how they're traditionally caught and prepared in Fijian cuisine. #MudCrabs #FijiAdventure #FoodLayover #CrabHunting #TravelVlog #FijianCuisine
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Комментарии • 174

  • @k4_bud
    @k4_bud 20 дней назад +127

    This is probably one of my favorite videos of yours in a while you didn't just show the food and how expensive it is but you showed the culture it was great

    • @TheGoddessOfYaoi
      @TheGoddessOfYaoi 18 дней назад

      I agree this video was great seeing the bits of culture 😁

    • @akashprasad5802
      @akashprasad5802 18 дней назад

      Fiji probably best flavors in food

    • @amandakucsera
      @amandakucsera 18 дней назад

      called strictly dumpling for a reason but its a nice change

    • @Woozlewuzzleable
      @Woozlewuzzleable 18 дней назад

      I'm guessing that everything was included in the resort fee which was probably a hefty price tag, his room was gigantic.

    • @ndb_1982
      @ndb_1982 17 дней назад

      His other channel has more of the culture. This is the food page. Mike Chen is his other page.

  • @PlasmaWisp100
    @PlasmaWisp100 15 дней назад +8

    “If you are happy when you are cooking, then the food will always taste good”
    Hell yeah!

  • @Holmes1216
    @Holmes1216 3 дня назад

    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

  • @michaelnorman9962
    @michaelnorman9962 13 дней назад +1

    48 hours in Fiji to chow down on crab cuisine. Mike, this is one of your best videos. Many blessings from Minnesota.

  • @Enerdhil
    @Enerdhil 18 дней назад +13

    That song at the end brought tears to my eyes. It sounded like a hymn.🥹

    • @ronaldelia9956
      @ronaldelia9956 17 дней назад +6

      It was, the Methodist religion is very big in Fiji.

    • @davidmckesey7119
      @davidmckesey7119 17 дней назад +1

      Explain a lot

    • @taotzu1339
      @taotzu1339 12 дней назад +1

      They were formerly warlike and powerful man hunters.

  • @bigstepper8347
    @bigstepper8347 19 дней назад +14

    Fiji is one of my bucket list destinations

  • @KarateKim
    @KarateKim 18 дней назад +9

    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 😀

  • @rebeccamozingo6055
    @rebeccamozingo6055 20 дней назад +27

    The singing at the end was my favorite part! So beautiful!

  • @greencoconut1950
    @greencoconut1950 16 дней назад +2

    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.

  • @jeffsaofai
    @jeffsaofai 8 дней назад

    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 🇼🇸❤

  • @MaskedRiderChris
    @MaskedRiderChris 20 дней назад +34

    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!

  • @regularsubb2037
    @regularsubb2037 20 дней назад +86

    OMG IM FROM FIJI AND IVE WATCHED YOU FOR THE LONGEST TIME!!!
    YAY!!!

    • @asishsamy4632
      @asishsamy4632 20 дней назад +8

      This feels amazing being Fijian

    • @GhostDawgg69247
      @GhostDawgg69247 20 дней назад +3

      Since your from Fiji can I ask what were they singing at the end? It almost sounded like a hymn or prayer.

    • @strictlydumpling
      @strictlydumpling  20 дней назад +19

      🙌🙌🙌 Thanks!

    • @8mile791
      @8mile791 19 дней назад +11

      ​@GhostDawgg69247 it is a fijian hymn. English version would be "The King of Love, My Shepard Is"

    • @GhostDawgg69247
      @GhostDawgg69247 19 дней назад

      @@8mile791 beautiful!!!

  • @Durbsdugout
    @Durbsdugout 19 дней назад +12

    Loved this episode! I really like when you delve deeper into the culture!! Safe travels, Mike.

  • @karolinaunaisivunibaka2960
    @karolinaunaisivunibaka2960 18 дней назад +5

    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.

  • @margaretmckee6901
    @margaretmckee6901 19 дней назад +4

    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

  • @JohnLumagui
    @JohnLumagui 20 дней назад +10

    Wow...that singing at the end. So much soul!

  • @SocialChannelStudios
    @SocialChannelStudios 19 дней назад +5

    Wow, what an amazing experience in Fiji! The food looks absolutely incredible. And that traditional coconut cracking and cooking method? So cool!🌴🦀🍲

  • @truklassi82
    @truklassi82 11 дней назад

    The culture was beautiful. It made me cry with joy that you got to experience that. Thank you for sharing this.

  • @RSkies
    @RSkies 20 дней назад +7

    It literally says in the menu that the Paka Paka is on a puttanesca sauce, not marinara.

  • @davidmedwed1649
    @davidmedwed1649 19 дней назад +7

    Ooo-ma-mi

  • @neeb2k2
    @neeb2k2 19 дней назад +9

    The moobs are getting bigger and Mikey is hellbent on showing them off.

    • @SmallGuy845
      @SmallGuy845 19 дней назад +2

      Looks like he stuffed those coconuts under his shirt.

  • @LegendFMFiji
    @LegendFMFiji 20 дней назад +28

    Woah we've been the biggest fans of Strictly Dumpling and are stoked he was in our home! Vinaka Mike

  • @monicachand3269
    @monicachand3269 20 дней назад +12

    OMGGG I'M FROM FIJI!!! Thank you for visiting my motherland!

  • @tintedstud
    @tintedstud 18 дней назад +1

    Welcome to my home country!!! Thanks for this love seeing our country get some exposure

  • @Travellergirl76
    @Travellergirl76 18 дней назад +2

    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!

  • @davidmckesey7119
    @davidmckesey7119 17 дней назад

    Thanks for showing this culture. Beautiful

  • @GhostDawgg69247
    @GhostDawgg69247 20 дней назад +5

    Amazing!!! But, what were they singing at the end? It almost sounded like a hymn or prayer!

    • @amandakucsera
      @amandakucsera 18 дней назад +1

      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

  • @PudgyPedalPusher
    @PudgyPedalPusher 14 дней назад

    Really really enjoyed this one, Mike. More of this if possible!

  • @caroleweaver3604
    @caroleweaver3604 18 дней назад +2

    LOVE THE SINGING!!!!❤

  • @barbaragreen8608
    @barbaragreen8608 15 дней назад

    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.

  • @Kingkillwatts
    @Kingkillwatts 18 дней назад +1

    I’d love to visit Fiji before it’s all underwater. Such a beautiful island and culture

  • @MalReaver
    @MalReaver 20 дней назад +2

    Love it when you come to Canada, especially Vancouver! I'm just over the straight in Victoria, please come visit us!

  • @sampathranaweera6766
    @sampathranaweera6766 18 дней назад

    Fijians are so amazing people, i worked there 5 years. I love fiji Indian curries.
    Bula vinaka ❤🙏

  • @gailsfoodandstuff
    @gailsfoodandstuff 18 дней назад +1

    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.

  • @brandonhoang1712
    @brandonhoang1712 19 дней назад +7

    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 😂

  • @jezi6449
    @jezi6449 18 дней назад +2

    Thank you for visiting our Pacific Island of Fiji. Look forward to your NZ visit. If you happen to be in Hamilton check out Lunchbar Eighty 8 for some awesome Aotearoa pies - hangi pies, palusami pies, boil up pies, scallop pies, it's the real deal.

  • @saechao2008
    @saechao2008 18 дней назад

    The food looked AMAZING!!

  • @Brandopotomus
    @Brandopotomus 19 дней назад +8

    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!

  • @esalaracule4382
    @esalaracule4382 20 дней назад +3

    Wow, I didn't expect a Fiji video. Now all that's left is Sonny

  • @bp1688
    @bp1688 19 дней назад +4

    Can't wait to see your time in New Zealand!

  • @janicebolosan119
    @janicebolosan119 17 дней назад

    Opakapaka is my favorite fish!! Had it once at work, so ono!!!

  • @jessenoble1644
    @jessenoble1644 11 дней назад

    I'm from AUCKLAND NEW ZEALAND I'd love to show you around!!!!

  • @rugbycrazyfijian3806
    @rugbycrazyfijian3806 13 дней назад

    My brother you missed the number one Fijian dish...Yaqona aka. KAVA...😂...glad you enjoyed it here in my homeland...much love

  • @simonedaulaca1078
    @simonedaulaca1078 17 дней назад

    Thank you for coming to nanuku fiji too bad I didn't get to meet you...Mike chen😢...maybe next time

  • @dannywhite8057
    @dannywhite8057 19 дней назад +1

    Awesome video bro .👍

  • @speedyfett6528
    @speedyfett6528 20 дней назад

    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

  • @user-cg3jz7lt9g
    @user-cg3jz7lt9g 20 дней назад +1

    That’s was pretty cool

  • @susandibble3525
    @susandibble3525 20 дней назад +9

    What a beautiful place 🤗 and even more beautiful souls 🙏

  • @jessemayeski7289
    @jessemayeski7289 20 дней назад +3

    Thank you for the extended ending… so much peacefulness

  • @brianlee1828
    @brianlee1828 20 дней назад +1

    Looking good

  • @carlakinstley9255
    @carlakinstley9255 3 дня назад

    The song at the end ❤

  • @ForeverChanged7
    @ForeverChanged7 20 дней назад +2

    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!❤

  • @Cindyscrossstitch
    @Cindyscrossstitch 20 дней назад

    So pretty. Definitely a laid back lifestyle

  • @amandakucsera
    @amandakucsera 18 дней назад

    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

  • @IN4IR
    @IN4IR 19 дней назад

    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!!!

  • @bethevans1037
    @bethevans1037 20 дней назад +2

    Wonderful review. The music chior at the end was beautiful.

  • @BlinkkkYT
    @BlinkkkYT 19 дней назад +1

    This is such a wholesome video 🥹♥️

  • @itzfonzx3719
    @itzfonzx3719 9 дней назад

    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.

  • @taylortrick6789
    @taylortrick6789 20 дней назад +6

    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.

  • @alured9749
    @alured9749 19 дней назад

    Thanks mike for visiting our lovely country.

  • @akashprasad5802
    @akashprasad5802 18 дней назад

    Let’s go Fiji

  • @BlackSkullArmor
    @BlackSkullArmor 18 дней назад +1

    Dude scarfed down a bowl of rice and meat to wait for a bowl of noodles

  • @MA-em5ou
    @MA-em5ou 19 дней назад

    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!)

  • @MikeBrown_1993
    @MikeBrown_1993 20 дней назад

    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

  • @mysticstrikeforce5957
    @mysticstrikeforce5957 18 дней назад

    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

  • @barbcarlson4386
    @barbcarlson4386 20 дней назад

    Thank you for this video! We were just in Fiji and it is so beautiful. We also spent time in Australia and New Zealand. We were on a cruise that covered that portion of the world, and we loved it.

  • @19element
    @19element 17 дней назад

    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

  • @tommanning7337
    @tommanning7337 20 дней назад +1

    WOW!!!!!!! That place looked amazing, I absolutely love the places you visit and the great food you find.
    Love your channel man!!!!!
    😎👍🏻👍🏻

  • @alfiandy4672
    @alfiandy4672 20 дней назад

    Wow... beautiful place.

  • @mareecaswell520
    @mareecaswell520 20 дней назад +1

    Wow you came to NZ! I hope you had a great time.

  • @nr2pp6
    @nr2pp6 20 дней назад

    oh fiji paradise👍️

  • @kaivitiga
    @kaivitiga 18 дней назад

    You made me miss home ❤

  • @conspiracionesy
    @conspiracionesy 20 дней назад

    What an experience!

  • @robylove9190
    @robylove9190 19 дней назад

    Fiji was great. I'm excited to see the rest of the trip.

  • @MrTommyboy357
    @MrTommyboy357 20 дней назад +2

    this is Great!

  • @jadehom8067
    @jadehom8067 20 дней назад +3

    Loved this video...great job Mikey 👍...all the food looked so amazing especially the crab curry at the end...safe travels and God Bless 😘🤗❤

  • @HalfSweetness
    @HalfSweetness 20 дней назад +3

    That was great Mike😊. Safe and happy traveling as well. 😁

  • @matthewd5883
    @matthewd5883 19 дней назад

    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.

  • @bajsemannen12
    @bajsemannen12 19 дней назад

    When will you visit Norway?! You would love our Christmas dinner. Pork ribs!

    • @lizvickers7156
      @lizvickers7156 19 дней назад +1

      He won't go there as he goes to b the same places all the time and eats the same foods. He would be looking for a 7 -11 as soon as he got off the plane.

  • @TL8203
    @TL8203 18 дней назад

    Seafood in Australia n NZ can’t beat it together with NZ meat pies/fish n chips/butter chicken..Australia got good steak

  • @kandianderson1091
    @kandianderson1091 20 дней назад

    That was a beautiful absolutely beautiful video thank you Mike

  • @user-ko6jt1cf5e
    @user-ko6jt1cf5e 8 дней назад

    I live in pacific harbor in fiji near nanuku I love the beach next to the resort

  • @Navydave3246
    @Navydave3246 20 дней назад +2

    Wow the Best video you have done yet !!!!

  • @rachiekiins
    @rachiekiins 19 дней назад

    WHEN ARE YOU COMING TO SYDNEYY I GOTTA BE ON THE LOOK OUT FOR UUUUUUUU

  • @georgeaura
    @georgeaura 20 дней назад +3

    The prons didn't have a natural sweetness like you always say about seafood lol?

  • @HUUSTISHIA
    @HUUSTISHIA 19 дней назад

    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❤

  • @bowlerdoc1371
    @bowlerdoc1371 19 дней назад

    Gorgeous ending!

  • @social3ngin33rin
    @social3ngin33rin 19 дней назад

    beautiful place, wonderful locals :)

  • @LM-xf1ih
    @LM-xf1ih 20 дней назад +3

    Best Foodie Travel Moments Ever😂

  • @danielnguyen575
    @danielnguyen575 20 дней назад +2

    Hi Mike! Love these videos you should do some more catch and cooks !!

  • @FernNicLaren
    @FernNicLaren 20 дней назад

    I'm from Tasmania and cant wait to see those videos of our humble island. Our food scene is smaller than other states on the mainland but we do pack a punch. Hope you had fun (assuming you're still travelling and just haven't uploaded the videos yet) and feel like coming back :)

  • @danielsantiagourtado3430
    @danielsantiagourtado3430 20 дней назад +6

    Hey Mike! Huge fan of your work ❤❤❤❤

  • @tktyga77
    @tktyga77 20 дней назад +2

    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

  • @zacharybrown8581
    @zacharybrown8581 20 дней назад +3

    Mikey! Love the videos man! Been a fan for YEARS!

  • @rovaka679
    @rovaka679 18 дней назад

    Bula Mike!

  • @sonmethod
    @sonmethod 20 дней назад

    great vid

  • @rozco7407
    @rozco7407 19 дней назад

    How would I book a trip here

  • @goan_infinity5246
    @goan_infinity5246 19 дней назад +1

    This has now became my most fav video of yours❤❤ It was lovely, soothing, beautiful, traditional and informative

  • @bsmithremmick
    @bsmithremmick 20 дней назад

    Which resort is this? I can't tell and it looks amazing!

  • @edna3236
    @edna3236 20 дней назад

    Mikie, what's the name of the hotel in Fiji ?