pahawa

Pahawa is a term that can refer to several things, most notably a type of traditional Fijian food and a place name. In Fijian cuisine, pahawa refers to pickled fish. This dish is typically made by marinating fresh fish, often in salt and vinegar, and then allowing it to cure. The process preserves the fish and gives it a distinctive tangy flavor. It is a way of extending the shelf life of fish in a tropical climate before refrigeration was common.

As a place name, Pahawa is a village located on the island of Vanua Levu in Fiji. The village is situated in the Macuata Province and is part of the traditional lands of the Tui Macuata. Like many Fijian villages, life in Pahawa is often centered around communal activities, agriculture, and fishing. The village's location on Vanua Levu offers access to the island's natural resources and coastal environment. There might be other, less prominent uses of the term "Pahawa" in different contexts or regions, but the Fijian food and village are the most commonly recognized meanings.