Huge Coconut Crab!! 🦀 (UNLIKE Any Other Crab on Earth!!) South Pacific Islands
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LAU ISLANDS, FIJI - We’re in the remote Lau Islands group in Fiji, only accessible by boat, and today we’re going to Vuaqava Island, where they are known for their coconut crabs!
First of all, thank you to my friend Andhy Blake for arranging my trip to Fiji: / andhy_blake and to Captain Cook Cruises (www.captaincoo...) for taking us on this once in a lifetime Fiji cruise.
We docked near the uninhabited Vuaqava Island, Lau Islands, Fiji, which is known for its natural beauty, incredible seas, and also for being an island full of coconut crabs! Coconut crabs are definitely unique, and they are a huge delicacy in Fiji and for the local population on the Lau Islands. They all mentioned that they coconut crabs are so tasty and so delicious that they don’t need any extra seasoning or cooking - all you have to do is boil them for about 10 - 15 minutes and eat. The crabs eat mostly a diet of coconut, so they have a sweet coconut taste to them, and the fat in the stomach (similar to the tomalley on other crabs), is like a natural coconut crab pudding with a complexity of flavor. It was an amazing experience to be with local Fijians on a remote island eating coconut crab.
Next up on this Fijian crab tour we visited another island - Totoya Island, Lau Islands, Fiji where we had the honor to cook and eat another Fijian food delicacy of land crabs, cooked in coconut milk. The crabs were boiled then fully deshelled, then mixed with onions and chiles, and lots of coconut milk, and re-filled back into their shells. They were boiled again until the coconut milk thickened into a creamy crab sauce. You eat them with a fresh squeeze of local lime and chili, and it’s something truly magically delicious.
What a day of Fijian food and the freshest crabs from the source!
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as a Samoan, I cant help but love seeing you enjoy food of my Oceanic brothers and sisters!
Same, Cook Islander here, Im watching with pride
You y'all have one of the most beautiful cultures in the world... MUCH respect!
Same from Hawaii
Same
I live in New Zealand and I love Samoa
I love how wholesome and genuine he is in all his vlogs! He is very respectful , appreciative and gentle with the locals.
Thank you!
THEY ARE ENDANGERED
@@MarkWiensyou are living a life that I could only dream of. Thank you for showing me your amazing adventures!
That's what's makes him the Best
@@lovehildagreyThey are vulnerable not endangered.
Micah's the most travelled kid in the world. Facts 💯
I wanted to be Micah SOOOOO BAD 😭😭😭😭😭
Exactly 💯
I think it's a beautiful adventure imagine being his classmate and waiting every week for show and tell Wednesday!
And the absolute sweetest just like his parents. 😌
@@nyamazing5169me too!
Mark's channel is not about criticizing food but about enjoying it, that's why it's one of my favorites!
Between him and Sonny they are my absolute favorites!!
FINALLY!!! A place that relishes a crab that loves to eat delicious coconut! As a Trinbagonian🇹🇹 that enjoys ALL things "coconut", including a good "basin" of Crab & Callaloo, I really enjoyed watching this video. Many years ago, I learned about coconut crabs and right away I thought of making our local specialty (Crab & Callaloo) with this formidable creature.
This concoction, made of young taro leaves with okra, pumpkin and these coconut crabs, cooked down in fresh herbs and coconut milk…would sent me to the moon!!
Trinbagonians also enjoy “Blue Food”, which is simple root crops like taro, cassava, sweet potatoes, eddoes, green banana cooked in coconut milk or as an accompaniment to steamed fish or stewed or curried meat (wild or domesticated) WHOOOHOoooo!! 🥰
So thanks for taking us off the beaten track to showcase these exotic delicacies Mark….and even bigger Thanks to the hospitable folks on Vuaqava and Totoya islands. May your lifestyle and livelihood remain sustainable for many generations to come. Bless-UP!! 💙
Sounds delicious!!!
Actually coconut crabs eat fruits, birds or fishes, rarely do they eart coconut
The people of Fiji are really kind and clean people.i wish one day I visit the great land of Fiji .
If you’ve never been there. How would you know that they are kind and clean?
@@bobbyhill1013the remote Islands are definitely very clean untouched I've been to Kadavu, and Taveuni, and their culture is very strong and very well mannered
Me too
Fiji is a tourist destination and the Chinese know it and exploit the Islands abundant beauty and it's corrupted government .
Very easy to take advNTge
I fell in Love with Fiji from the first video, This episode is fantastic, the people are incredibly hospitable WOW can't wait to visit sometime . Thank you Mark for showing us this fabulous country.
The island is just crabs and coconut?
Didn't you say something similar last week?
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@@FlamingBasketballClub I did?🤣🤣🤣🤣i'm sorry 🤣
@@wendyjenkins6076lol no
At a restaraunt one of the cooks put a used rubber in marks food and not only did he say nothing about it he ate it.
This is the only channel I've subscribed over a decade ago that I watch every single video, religiously, and never disappoints me. Mark, it's amazing to follow this journey around the world with you, Ying and see Micah growing up as a humble, down to earth and sweet kid as he is. Thank you SO MUCH for sharing everything with us all! 🤗🤗🤗
I like how Micah tells the truth.
Mark: "The water is sooo clear, crisp. Sooo refreshing!!!"
Micah: "That's really cold!" Lolol.
Bula yes ,this is our winter now,hot outside but cold in the water but still very nice
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Nope, Compare to Australian waters, Fiji water is much warmer. You see australian ocean beautiful but its freaking cold
@@dhaval32mistry save it for your Australian video! this is about Fiji
@@VoxHyperion i think you lost your mind mate
This one’s for Amelia Earhart
Wtf??
They ate her, so now we eat them@@chrisg9348
@@chrisg9348It's been speculated coconut crabs killed and ate her
@@andresvalverde5182 with butter 🧈
And some lemon pepper
Fiji looked so perfect, from the sea to the people and the seafood 👌🏾what topped it for me is seeing that crusaders top 👌🏾👌🏾Fiji is definitely on the bucket list
Bro you will find a smiling Fijian with a crusaders jersey in probably almost every village in Fiji.
When the Super Rugby first had a match in Fiji...Chiefs used it as a Home Ground...Game Day we came in our Saders colours just to tell the Chiefs this is Saders Country 🤣🤣🤣
@@nacaniratabacaca2479😂sa dina!
Try going to the non touristy places in Fiji to experience the true Fiji
Thank you Fiji, for showing how beautiful your special dishes look. Thank you Mark, for giving us the pleasure of the viewing experience. God bless you all.
Some day I hope to listen to Micah recounting his memories of his trips around the world with his mom and dad. This is so beautiful. I like it very much. I can only dream of having coconut crab as they are endangered just about every where except in Fiji.
This is probably one of my favourite foodie videos I've seen across all tubers. The people, the food, the beauty of the islands is wonderful. Simply, nature's wonders never looked so good.
The Earth never cease to Blow my mind, with all its unique display of the different cultures anf their foods
This Fiji series has to be one of my favourites, such a beautiful life and so relaxed with amazing food around them
Fiji was second on my bucket list Hawaii was first but after your videos now Fiji 🇫🇯 is Definitely first on my list now. Thanks Mark for all you do to bring these different cultures to us.
Haha..yes right choice.These Isands are pure & not commercialized!!
Hawaii is just a beach holiday now. Commercialisation has taken away it soul.
Fiji > Hawaii hands down
I lived in Guam for more than 3 years. Late at night, u can see thousands of coconut grab crossing the road, almost blocking the road. drivers had no choice but just to ran over them. Back then, I never knew coconut crabs are so delicious , or else I would had them always for any meals.......I loved seafood.
Mark your videos have been my escape since your son was born, literally. Thank you so much for what you do. I live vicariously through you everytime you post!
Itaukei family in Fiji are very welcoming.
Marke happiness shows hoe much he liked everything in Fiji
Watching this series has been a beautiful experience. Mark, you have reached into everyone’s lives and shown us the beauty, the friendliness, the tranquility of the Fiji 🇫🇯 islands. I look forward to every video you share but there’s something different about this series. Thank you for sharing the calmness with me. It has helped my anxiety 10 fold watching each video. Vinaka (thank you)
Holey moley, it can't get better then this!! The crab dishes looked superb.
Yea, i want some
Good grief what an experience mark and your son and wife is there with you truly precious moments to remember. Eating fresh food outside with the ocean breeze smelling the salt in the air. You can't get that in no 5 star restaurant lol
As a Filipino kid, I was amazed seeing a coconut crab coming down from a coconut outside our house. We don't even live near the beach. It was weird but amazing to find a monstrous crab. But no one's catching them for food. And that was the first and the last time I saw one. haha
These coconut crabs are huge and unique. The flesh must taste like coconut since they eat coconuts mostly. Amazing!!
What if they ate a bird and its bird fat instead 💀💀
@@CyberRacer Then you get a hint of chicken and coconut.
Choke-a-nut😂
They eat everything, even dead animal carcasses.
I spent 2 months in Fiji back in 2019 as a missionary. I miss it so much! It was so wonderful seeing the people and vicariously experiencing the culture once again. Beautiful people and beautiful video. Thank you. 😂
I am from Solomon Islands, and I just love your reaction to the coconut crab dish. 100% that's my favourite dish. Glad you like it man!
It's the same reaction to every food!
@@mr__stamtru loool
Your videos in these maritime islands bring closure to us who are from these islands but have settled in the urban centers due to work, education and other reasons. So happy to see my island covered in this segment (Totoya). Great videos!! Good stuff.
Fiji have reverence for their functions including mealtimes. I liked the way Mark followed suit at mealtime by sitting cross legged the way the hosts did and at other places functions. This reminds me of back in the days when growing up in the African village settings, we ate meals laid down on mats or any other floor covering. Girls would sit side saddle while the boys sat cross legged.
Most other indigenous cultures do have their own ways of reverence in addition to Fiji
I find it amazing how people around the globe who sit on the floor when eating have similar politeness. What you described is the same in Indonesia.
I really admire your respect for the cultures and customs of the people you visit, Mark. Your humility is as refreshing as your passion for the food.
Except he ate something on the endangered list and is prohibited by Fijian law to eat. But other than that minor issue, sure lots of respect.
@kv2280 prohibited to sell /buy. It is not prohibited to eat .
What is that prohibited food?
Fiji is absolutely breathtaking in every way 😍😍 I can’t even believe how vibrant and picturesque the island looks.
300-plus Islands, one third inhabited.
A Big Vinaka Vakalevu To Mark for showcasing Our Island Home n not forgetting those beautiful hard working people for preparing the delicious food ever..
Godbless
18:52 seeing Andhy's reaction towards Mark just crushing the chili is soo hilarious lol he still can't believe Mark's ability to munch all that chilies after all the journey they had😂 what a legend! So much love for Andhy!
So true, for us fijians those chillis are hot AF!
@@FijiLaw damn, I can see that. But Mark is a different animal. His palette is like a solar panel. It can absorb heat really well and turn it to energy!😂
hhhhhh mark is incredible , he is full time eater i love this guy
Lol...this is the comment I was looking for. His reaction was funny.
@@cattstanley1419 he was like, what?! Haha...
Mark thank you for coming to our home, we have been waiting for your visit since subscribing to your channel some years ago. It's always a joy to see your reactions and descriptions to the food and so lovely to see islands that we have not yet been to although we live here. Fiji our beautiful island home and paradise.Vinaka Vakalevu Mark, sa totoka dina!!
The refreshing taste of island paradise. You are so lucky to eat with the locals and taste the Fijian coconut and mud crab(lairo). You won't experience this in a 5-star hotel. Totoka vakaoti. 🤘🏾
Landcrab na lairo. Mudcrab na mana
Mudcrab na qari
Mud crab - Qari
Land crab - Lairo
Cocnut crab - Ugavule
Mud Lobster - Mana
Fiji is amazing, good people and a unique place on earth. Bula!!
Thank you Mark for showing the yummy side of the Pacific! Yes the Pacific is beautiful but now you know the real beauty of the Pacific! So natural and delicious! I am from the Pacific too and so envying you at this moment.
This guy is incredible with his channel, he travels, enjoys life, and makes money at the same time. RESPECT!
I'll never understand why I punish myself and watch Mark's videos hungry 😂😂😂
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Same. Right now I'm having crackers wishing to have coconut crab instead.
First day of my water fast 😢
That water is absolutely mesmerizing! The clarity is astonishing; you can see right down to the bottom even with the high tide and the waves playfully splashing in that beautiful turquoise water. It truly is a sight to behold.
Coconut crabs are such fascinating creatures, and it's wonderful to learn more about them. Totoya Island seems to be a haven for these incredible crabs, and it's incredible to see them hanging in the trees and living in such abundance on the island. The colors and strength of the coconut crab are truly impressive, and that shell looks like something out of a dream!
I can almost taste the anticipation as they cook up the coconut crab in that outdoor kitchen. Boiling the crab and the delicacy of the coconut-filled tail that awaits is just mouth-watering. It's fantastic to witness the whole process, from choosing the crab to watching it get cooked to perfection.
That claw looks massive and muscular, almost like a bodybuilder's arm! The flavors are already making my taste buds dance with delight. The coconut crab seems to have an exquisite natural sweetness and texture, like nothing else experienced before. No need for extra condiments; it's perfect as it is.
I can imagine the joy and satisfaction of partaking in such a unique delicacy, savoring every bite of that fine, stringy texture. This is an experience of a lifetime, surrounded by the beauty of nature and indulging in the island's bounty. Thanks for taking us on this incredible journey and sharing the delights of Totoya Island!
seeing cultures from all over the world is beautiful love it
The lady with the Afro(Halo) is so beautiful 😌 and seems so down to earth. Nice, living with nature, so peaceful.
Wow! Those crabs are huge! Enjoy the Fiji Islands tour Mark! I am proud of my birth place Fiji Islands!
Fiji is my ultimate number 1 fave vacation♥️. I am so protective of them because Fijians are the most kindest and friendliest people EVER! 🌻🌻🙏🏾🙌🏾👏🏾🌟🌞
I am 100% now that Fiji would be Mark and his family's no.1 choice for a tropical getaway.
Fijian people are so interesting...ancestors from Polynesia, also Melanesia. Some families are intertwined with Tonga, called Tongafiti! Oceanic cultures are the gems of the world...Bula Vinaka, Malo Elele, Kia Ora, Alofa, Aloha!
I am loving this Fiji series Mark. Enjoying all of the episodes so far.
you’re the best youtuber
thank you for always being so awesome and respectful and educational!
as someone that hasn’t traveled a lot this is informative and inspiring!
I love Fiji. All those beautiful Islands. I could surely live there, because they cook everything with Coconut. Awesome.
Go nuts Fiji!🥥🇫🇯
I feel as if I've just been to Fiji! Thank you Mark!. I feel as if I've just been to Fiji! Thank you Mark!.
Thank you Mark for visiting my country. I'm a huge fan of your TH-cam channel. Enjoy your stay in 🇫🇯 #maleka
THAT LADY IS THE FIRST PART FIXING THE CRABS, I WOULD LIKE TO GIVE HER A NICE BIG HUG, SHE WAS SO NICE.
Mama of the family and her afro... That's all the recognition I need to see Big mama...much love to my Fijian brothas and sisters...✔️💯💪🏾 Cali-ssippian
Mark leaning back with his eyes closed. His signature approval of the delicacies he is enjoying. Love this guy❤
Love Fiji brings back memories of my trip years ago
Lol....Mark chomped on the chili and the Fijian guy was like "whaat?!" in awe 😂
I do believe that you and your family enjoy the beautiful places around the island and it’s taste of seafoods…vinaka vakalevu Mark for show casing the world my beautiful homeland 🇫🇯…Enjoy!!! Enjoy Mr Wiens family❣️…We love you 🙌
No one could have described its taste better. Maleka dina! Vinaka Mr. Mark Wiens
Agreed 💯
Beautiful! Thank you Mark for always wetting our appetite!!!! Love your channel!!!!!
It's an honour to witness in this video 📹 how lucky we Fijian 🇫🇯 have hospitality with stunning surrounding islands 🏝
This looks so delicious. A buffet of crab and beautiful islands. I can’t wait to see the next video!
It makes me proud to have Polynesian heritage watching this thank you Mark
Absolutely love the Fiji series!
Yes. Coconut Crab. Far tastier than sea crabs, mud Crabs. Im Glad you enjoyed it. Im from Papua New Guinea. And I'm happy to see you enjoying the beauty of my Melanesian family.
Holy that's a really BIG Coconut Crab 😮
We have bigger ones.
Those are young ones. The older ones are 3-4 times bigger.
Hundreds of thousands happy people mouthwatering while watching these videos...and only one guy spending his life travelling , eating & savoring in front of you, the most expensive dishes and rare meals, all over the world. And you know what's funny in the whole story ? YOU make it possible, viewers...Bon appétit, folks ! 😅
Sangat senang melihat kuliner khas Fiji island. Semoga sukses selalu kedepannya. Dari Indonesia. Selalu mengedukasi peristiwa2 yang menarik. Terutama makan2 Fiji.
Indo
Lovely video Mark . Glad to see you enjoying our Fijian food and loving people of Fiji . God Bless you all.
A crabulous episode indeed in the Lau Islands, great to see Mark savoring every moment of his foodie journey from coconut crab to land crabs in coconut milk. 😋
I was a little hesitant about writing this comment,
not being very good or patient enough to comment
on TH-cam videos. But I must say I like the simplicity
and openess with which you interact with your hosts
when you go on your tours; no arrogance, no sense
of superiority, no snide/derogatory comments.
Thanks Mark for taking us to the beautiful Fiji islands.
I know mark you put a lot of effort through traveling, video, editing, organizing in general it endless I’m sure,, thanks for your efforts,, this Fiji food tour was special…
He said in an interview it takes him 12-20 hrs to edit one video. WTF... Sounds like he needs pro help.
Vinaka Mark for visiting Fiji.
BIG Vinaka vakalevu to Andy for tour guiding Mark and showing him the Fiji islands Food.
first time i see this guy on YT here, seems like he's living the good life, because damn that island looks amazing!
Thankyou very much sir for showing the world our home loved country,yes we miss those food very much,
Enjoy your vlogging!!
You're always making me super hungry
Thanks Mark for another wonderful experience. I did not know that the coconut crab, the largest in the world, can be eaten. The landscape of the Island is spectacular.👍
Mark you are the best foodie in the world. ❤😂
This video is amazing and it's encouraging me to see the Fiji islands and eat coconut crab.
i like this people, it reminds me of my people in my province, so humble so kind and simple.
Mark I'm so impressed that when the man said the name of the mud crab dish you picked up on how to say it so quickly! I guess learning a second language does that to you?
I'm Fijian but I was struggling to say it 😂😂
It's on my bucket list to go to Fiji to see coconut crabs in the natural habitat; catch a couple big ones and cook them on the beach ... Mark Wiens is living my dream life.
I feel as if I've just been to Fiji! Thank you Mark!
That's the point. He saved you thousands of dollar$.
@@RedEye3 either you had a bad experience or you one of those people who never leave the four corners of their bedroom
The abundance of crab and coconuts what a beautiful country thank you for sharing
I like the way how you express and speak about food. Totally better than me speaking about my wife 🤣
I am from Fiji and I have been to most of the countries this man has and also used his videos to guide me as to what to eat in these countries. Thank you Mark!
Mark calling and eating the Fijian bongo chillies like pepper and the way he just bites them off.... Wuoooh.... Nau drau sole vitaravi vua na matavuvale me ma buno nona cobo... 🤣 Vinaka Mark 👏 sau tiko viti 👏
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"After the coconut crab it's time for a swim!" Lifeguard cramps!
I spent 6 weeks in Fiji. The mainland and the Yasawa Island called Naviti. Amazing
This Fiji food journey has been very exciting!
Wow never knew of a crab soo big and with this names "COCONUT CRAB" 😅 thanks Mark for the video.
Dude you’re so blessed to get to go out and eat different foods from everywhere in the world ❤.
Always watched your videos 💯 but after your Fiji trip and trying our local dish your the greatest food reviewer on TH-cam 🤝🏾🇫🇯🇫🇯
Another amazing video! I just love Fiji, a must visit for the food and its hospitable people
Morning Guys...A QUIET PLACE, THE SOUND OF THE WAVES, THE BLOWING OF THE WIND, FRIENDLY CITIZENS IS THE PLACE FOR A HOLIDAY
Felt like I was right there with you Mark awesome seeing your son in mask and flippers enjoying the water with you love you guys Pete cape town south Africa looking forward to seeing you soon
I enjoyed looking at mark's facial expression when tasted food
My mum is very hungry now seeing u eating coconut crab that’s one of her homeland call Niue 🇳🇺 delicacy maybe one day u n ur family will visit her beautiful island we r watching u from Australia
Everywhere mark goes he’s always putting a smile on the locals face ❤
The crab stuffed in shell looks amazing. Only on Fiji.
It's common in the UK. We call it "dressed crab".
In Austria we call it "stuffed Turkey".