Before McDonald’s arrived in Tahiti, places like Le Lagon Bleu were already part of everyday life. This is a family-run burger spot that’s been around for decades. It was actually my first time trying it after friends mentioned it to me, so I ordered the fish burger, locally sourced tuna, breaded and cooked fresh in their kitchen. Simple, no-frills, and very Tahiti.🐠🍔 I get why it’s lasted so long. 😋 #Tahiti #Papeete #TahitiFood #LivingInTahiti #TahitiLife #FrenchPolynesia #TahitiEats #LocalT

In just 24 hours the contrast could not be more extreme. From brutal eviction, harassment, stressful and exhausting moving process - to a Business class upgrade with @airtahitinui, no excess baggage fees on my 6 overweight suitcases, friends greeting me upon arrival with a few cheeky beers and live music at 3B before heading home for a much needed sleep. We awoke to a stunning blue sky, another Sunday, Tahiti is, of course, a day behind, true island time 😉 A morning spent in the garden with my