https://www.dolphinislandfiji.com/blog/enCopyright (c) 2026, Dolphin IslandFri, 07 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0200https://www.dolphinislandfiji.com/blog/post/where-is-dolphin-island-fiji/<p>Dolphin Island Fiji is a ten-minute boat ride off the mainland on the northern coast of Viti Levu, the largest island in Fiji. The nearest district and local town is Rakiraki.<br />Situated between Fiji’s two major cities: Suva (the capital) and Nadi (where the international airport is located), the town of Rakiraki lies near Vatu-i-Ra Passage, a famous diving site with vibrant coral reefs.<br />Local attractions include various neighbouring islands where guests can enjoy their choice of white sandy beaches, Navatu Rock – an ancient archaeological site believed to be one of the earliest Fijian settlements and the reefs near Rakiraki are among the best in Fiji, offering incredible marine biodiversity.</p> <p>But famously the most incredible feature of Fiji is "the people" known worldwide for their hospitality and strong community values.</p>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0200https://www.dolphinislandfiji.com/blog/post/where-is-dolphin-island-fiji/https://www.dolphinislandfiji.com/blog/post/fijian-suruwa-fish-curry/<h2>Ingredients:</h2> <ul> <li>3 tablespoons sunflower oil</li> <li>1 red onion, diced</li> <li>3 garlic cloves, finely chopped</li> <li>1 teaspoon ginger, peeled and finely grated</li> <li>2 long red chillies, seeds removed</li> <li>1 ½ teaspoons garam masala</li> <li>1 teaspoon mustard seeds, ground</li> <li>1 teaspoon toasted cumin, ground</li> <li>1 teaspoon turmeric, ground</li> <li>2 medium red tomatoes, finely diced</li> <li>680gm (1 ½ pounds) firm white fish, skinned and boned</li> <li>Juice of 1 lemon</li> <li>400ml (1 ⅔ cups ) coconut milk</li> <li>Salt to taste</li> <li>Steamed basmati or jasmine rice for serving</li> <li>Freshly chopped coriander for garnish</li> <li>Lime wedges</li> </ul> <h2>Method:</h2> <p>Place a large, heavy-bottomed pan over a medium heat and drizzle oil into the pan. Once heated, add the onion and sauté until the onion become transparent and soft. Then add garlic, ginger and chillies to the pan. Continue to cook until just fragrant and stir in the mustard seeds, garam masala, cumin and turmeric.<br />Then add the tomatoes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes start to soften, (approximately 15 minutes).  Reduce heat to a simmer, stir in the coconut milk, cook for 5 minutes. Then gently place the fish filets in the bottom of the pan surrounded by the sauce and drizzle lemon juice over the top. Cook for a couple of minutes then turn the fish pieces.  Simmer until the fish is cooked through for no more than 5 minutes, ensuring you do not overcook the fish.<br />Season to taste with salt and plate immediately with steamed rice, sprinkle with fresh coriander and serve with lime wedges on the side.</p> <h2>Pineapple and Mango Salsa</h2> <p>1 Pineapple, diced<br />1 medium mango, diced<br />½ small red onion, finely diced<br />1 medium tomato, diced<br />2 lemon/lime juiced<br />2 tablespoons sweet chilli sauce<br />Lime wedges</p> <h2>Method:</h2> <p>Mix all ingredients together and refrigerate until ready to serve.</p>Fri, 21 May 2021 00:00:00 +0200https://www.dolphinislandfiji.com/blog/post/fijian-suruwa-fish-curry/