The traditional cuisine of the Solomon Islands is heavily influenced by European and Asian flavors, but also incorporates local ingredients and cooking techniques. Vegetables and meats commonly used in local recipes include taro, sugar cane, rice, papaya, and yams, as well as fresh seafood. Green papaya curries are a popular dish in the Solomon Islands and are made with unripe papaya combined with coconut milk, curry powder, onions, and garlic. Other local dishes include taro root chips, curried coconut and lime gourd soup, and cassava pudding. Visitors to the Solomon Islands can try these dishes at local markets or in village settings. Or you can tag along with us while we visit the Solomon Islands! Listen to see what yer missin and as always follow us for more, rate us if you don't hate us, and drop us a line for a good time on CulinaryConvo.com or [email protected]! Interested in supporting the show? Join our Patreon and become a cadet or collaborator today @ patreon.com/culinaryconvo