Keke Vai with Banana (Tongan) (Banana Pancakes)

Keke Vai (Siaine)

3-4 Cups flour

1 tsp. baking powder-(per cup flour used)

1-1/2 cups Sugar

3 cups water or less but add

 1/4 cup at a time
you can also substitute the water for milk adding
 the same amount. (1/4 cup at a time.)

2-3 very ripe mashed bananas

Mix dry ingredients thoroughly, then add water and

 stir with a wooden spoon until well combined. Stir in mashed very ripe Bananas.

 Heat 1/4 cup of vegetable oil in a saute pan on medium high heat.

After pan is heated, scoop Keke mixture and carefully pour it onto the pan.

 Fry Keke in oil and flip. (I like using a carving fork to flip them.)

 Drain on paper towels.  Best when served warm. Enjoy! :)

Mix dry ingredients thoroughly, then add water and
 stir with a wooden
spoon until well combined.
 Heat 1/4 cup of vegetable oil in a saute pan on medium high heat.
After pan is heated, scoop Keke mixture and carefully pour it onto the pan.
 Fry Keke in oil and flip. (I like using a carving fork to flip them.) - See more at: http://polynesiankitchen.blogspot.com/search?q=keke#sthash.e5m44mjf.dpuf

Mix dry ingredients thoroughly, then add water and
 stir with a wooden
spoon until well combined.
 Heat 1/4 cup of vegetable oil in a saute pan on medium high heat.
After pan is heated, scoop Keke mixture and carefully pour it onto the pan.
 Fry Keke in oil and flip. (I like using a carving fork to flip them.) - See more at: http://polynesiankitchen.blogspot.com/search?q=keke#sthash.e5m44mjf.dpuf

Mix dry ingredients thoroughly, then add water and
 stir with a wooden
spoon until well combined.
 Heat 1/4 cup of vegetable oil in a saute pan on medium high heat.
After pan is heated, scoop Keke mixture and carefully pour it onto the pan.
 Fry Keke in oil and flip. (I like using a carving fork to flip them.) - See more at: http://polynesiankitchen.blogspot.com/search?q=keke#sthash.e5m44mjf.dpuf

Aloha Crockpot Chicken

Ingredients:

• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/3 cup shoyu (We love Aloha brand Soy Sauce!)
• 2 pounds chicken tenderloins

Directions:

Add all ingredients to a crock pot cook on low 6-8 hrs or high 4-6 hours. They will be very tender.  

Serving suggestions:

 Serve Aloha Crockpot Chicken over a scoop of Rice with a side of Macaroni Salad.

Healthier option: Serve with a baked sweet potato and green salad.



 

Pake Cake (Chinese Tea Cake/Cookies)

Chinese Tea Cookies (Kong Sui Ban)

Recipe Source: Honolulu Star Bulletin- Betty Shimabukuro

1 cup water
5 slabs (about 13 ounces) wong tong (Chinese brown sugar)
1/2 cup white sugar
5 1/2 cups flour
2 tablespoons baking powder
1/4 cup honey
1 cup vegetable oil
2 eggs

Bring water to boil. Break wong tong into pieces and add to water. Stir to dissolve. Remove from heat and stir in white sugar to dissolve.

Whisk together flour and baking powder.

Combine honey and oil; beat in eggs. Add to flour mixture and stir to combine. Add sugar syrup and mix until smooth. Let rest 1 hour.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cover cookie sheets with baking parchment.

Scoop dough onto cookie sheets and press flat (about 1/2 inch thick). Cookies should be 3 inches wide for traditional size, but it's OK to make them smaller. Bake 12 to 15 minutes.

Cool slightly on cookie sheet, then move cookies to a rack. Makes 20 large cookies.

Note: 1 1/2 cups brown sugar may be used in place of wong tong.

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Mochiko Chicken

Mochiko chicken is delicious. It's sort of an island style chicken nugget. It's definitely more of a Japanese/ Hawaiian dish. You can purchase some Mochiko Flour  or Aloha Soy Sauce from our online store. Our kids love this chicken. The cornstarch and rice flour make a light batter and the Aloha Soy Sauce (Shoyu), Garlic and sesame seeds make the batter deliciously flavorful! Serve hot over rice or shredded cabbage.



 Prep Time: 4 hours to Overnight for marinating.

 Ingredients:

o 3 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
 o 1/4 cup Mochiko Sweet Rice Flour
 o 1/4 cup cornstarch
o 1/4 cup sugar
o 1/2 teaspoon salt
o 2 eggs
 o 5 tablespoons Aloha shoyu ( aka soy sauce)
o 4 -5 garlic cloves, minced
o 1/2 cup green onions, sliced (optional)
 o 2 tablespoons sesame seeds (optional)

 Directions:
 1. Cut chicken into nugget-sized pieces.















2. In a medium bowl, sift together mochiko flour, cornstarch, sugar, and salt. Mix well.

3. In a small bowl, combine eggs, shoyu, and garlic.

4. Whisk shoyu mixture into flour mixture, until combined and smooth.

















5. Add chicken to mixture and stir gently.
















6. Marinate at least 4 hours; overnight is even better.
7. Deep-fry until golden brown.
















8. Garnish with Green onions if desired.

Looking for delicious authentic Samoan food or groceries?

                 You'll definitely LOVE Tupea's Polynesian Restaurant in West Valley City, Utah.  Located in the heart of West Valley City: 4330 W 3500 S STE. E.  We have loved serving our Pacific Island community since we first opened for business. We are proud to be family owned and operated.

 Wednesday-Saturday we offer fresh hot Samoan plate lunches that are sure to satisfy your Samoan food cravings. The menu changes daily but the staples are Fa'alifu Kalo(Taro in coconut milk), Povi Masima (Corned Beef Brisket slow cooked with cabbage). 
  HOURS: Tues: 9 am-6:30 pm 
                   Weds-Sat:-9 am- 7:30 pm 
                    Closed Monday and Sunday

If you are looking for Polynesian Market with great prices and quality foods and products,  we sell Polynesian Groceries and offer the best Samoan Koko for the best price and highest quality in the state.
We have gorgeous Puletasi's and Ie's for the entire family,  jewelry, combs and kukui nut leis.
 Check out our newest location:

Tupea's Polynesian Market: 

4735 W 3500 S STE. A

1-801-969-2438

We have our online store up and running, if you would like to purchase items.  You can order online and have it shipped to you, or pick it up in our store.

Portuguese Sausage.Eggs.Rice.

Have some rice ready for this quick breakfast....you will definitely love the bold flavor of Portuguese sausage with the eggs served with rice with furikake sprinkled on top.

2 Eggs
half a tbsp.butter and a splash of olive oil
 dash of Black Pepper
Sprinkle of Furikake
1 Portuguese Sausage
2 cups of cooked Rice

Cook some eggs, any way you like...I scrambled mine.

Grab some Portuguese Sausage, if you are in Utah you can find some here.

Slice it up...then fry that Portuguese Sausage..yum!

Turn it over and cook it until it's crispy...ooh wee!

Get that Furikake  ready (you can buy some here)......

Throw the rice in a bowl, toss that crispy Portuguese Sausage on top along with the Eggs. 

You will definitely love this! Trust me, your taste buds will thank you!

Shoyu Chicken #2 (in a Crockpot)

For large dinner parties or huge families,  this recipe is definitely a hit. I love that it's so simple to prep, cook and even more delightful to eat!  I hope you enjoy this!

What you need for this recipe:

6.5 Quart Crockpot or larger, measuring cups, cutting board, knife, grater and the ingredients....duh!

Tips: Cook some rice an hour before this dish is done.


 Ingredients:

LARGE SERVING (10-15)

• 2 Cups of Brown Sugar 

• 1 Cup Rice Wine Vinegar or substitute with plain Vinegar 

• 2 Cups of Aloha Shoyu or Soy Sauce 

• 2- 1/2 tsp. minced or grated Ginger

• 3/4 C Water 20-30 Pieces of Boneless & Skinless Chicken Thighs 

SMALL SERVING (4-6 people)

• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup vinegar
• 3/4 cup soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon ginger
• 1 teaspoon garlic
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 8 -12 pieces skinless chicken thighs

Directions:


Mix the first four ingredients in a large bowl.
(Taste it before you add it to the chicken...silly!)

Cut thighs in half if desired. 

Place chicken in the Crockpot.

Pour the sauce over the chicken.

 Cook on High Heat for 4-5 hours and on Low heat for at least 6 hours.

Serve chicken with a scoop of sauce, over Rice.  

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Custard Recipe- for Puligi or Puteni

I love me some custard! Especially, when it is served over some fresh, HOT puteni or puligi. 

• 2 tablespoons custard powder (I prefer Edmond's)

• 2 teaspoons sugar

• 2 cups whole milk

Pour custard powder and sugar into a bowl.

Mix to a smooth paste with 1/4 cup of the measured milk.

Pour remaining milk in a saucepan.

Gently heat until almost boiling.

Remove from heat.

Pour the heated milk into the custard mixture in the bowl.

Stir to combine.

Pour the custard mixture back into saucepan.

Cook on low to medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture boils and thickens. Keep a good stir going so that it doesn't burn.

Makes 2 cups. 






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Te Vaka is coming to Utah!

Te Vaka

From their site:

Te Vaka is a group of musicians and dancers from Tokelau, Tuvalu, Samoa, Cook Islands and New Zealand brought together under the inspired leadership of Opetaia Foa'i. Te Vaka has been enchanting the world with their own brand of South Pacific Fusion since 1997. Using the rhythms of the log drum ("pate"), combined with traditional and contemporary instruments, Opetaia Foa'i and the band deliver a kaleidoscopic array of Pacific flavors in a genre all of it’s own.

 

 

This event will be held at the UCCU Center

Be captivated by the Te Vaka experience which features music and dance from the Pacific Islands, September 30th at UCCU Center! You don't want to miss this event!


Date: September 30, 2011
Time: 7:30 PM
Ticket Price: $15 Adv/$20 Day Of


Here's a sample of their lovely music! Enjoy!

Tahitian Banana Muffins

1-1/2 cups butter or margarine
2 cups sugar
6 eggs, beaten
1 cup mashed banana
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 teaspoon banana flavoring
4 cups cake flour

 (* You can make cake flour by sifting together 1-3/4 c flour and 1/4 c. cornstarch which = 2 cups cake flour, then repeat the flour/cornstarch process to equal 4 cups of cake flour or 3-1/2 cups flour sifted with 1/2 cup cornstarch.)

1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
Cream together butter and sugar until light. Add beaten eggs, mashed banana, and vanilla and banana flavorings. Mix well. Sift together 3 times the flour, soda and salt. Add to banana mixture; do not overmix. Turn into greased muffin cups and bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Makes 4 dozen.

Tahitian French Macaroons

Ingredients:

    3 egg whites, aged*
    5 tbsp granulated sugar
    2/3 cup almond flour
    1 1/2 cups confectioners sugar
    1 tsp vanilla extract (amount will differ with variations )

Method:

In a food processor, process almond flour and confectioners sugar until well mixed. Sift the mixture through sieve, and divide in half.

In a medium sized mixing bowl, whip egg whites until foamy.

While beating on high, slowly add sugar. When soft peaks form, add extract and food coloring if desired.

Beat until stiff peaks,has a glossy texture, and mixture doesn't drip from the beaters.

Into the whipped meringue, fold in the first half of the almond mixture. When just blended, add additional dry mixture, folding until mixture is blended.

Be careful not to over-mix!

Place mixture in a piping bag fitted with round tip.

On to a parchment lined baking sheet, pipe in small circles, about the size of a quarter; leaving room for the batter to spread.

Rap sheet firmly against the counter, or flat surface. This helps the macaron to get it's pied shape.

Before baking, let batter dry, uncovered for 30 minutes.

Heat oven to 300. Bake for 15-17 minutes. Cool completely.

Pipe a small amount of french butter-cream on flat side of macaron, top with other half making a sandwich. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Makes about 2 1/2 dozen filled macarons.

* Aged egg whites: Covered and set at room temperature overnight.



Variations - Guava Passionfruit:
Ingredients:

    Add about 8 drops pink food coloring to meringue mixture.
    Add 2-3 tbsp frozen guava passion fruit concentrate to buttercream;

Method:

beating well after addition.

Kiwi Lime:
Ingredients:

    Add 1/2 tsp vanilla and zest of 1 lime to meringue mixture
    Add about 8 drops neon green food coloring to meringue mixture
    Add 3 tbsp kiwi purée, adding sugar to purée as needed to buttercream;

Method:

beating well after addition

Mango Tangerine:
Ingredients:

    Add 1/4 tsp vanilla and zest of 1 tangerine to meringue mixture
    Add1/4 tsp orange extract to meringue mixture
    Add about 8 drops of orange food coloring to meringue mixture
    Add 2-3 tbsp frozen Mango Orange Concentrate or Mango purée to buttercream;

Method:

beating well after addition.

Island Pineapple:
Ingredients:

    Add 1/4 tsp vanilla to meringue mixture
    Add 1/4 tsp banana extract to meringue mixture
    Add about 8 drops of yellow food coloring to meringue mixture
    Add 2-3 tbsp frozen Pina Colada concentrate ( Bacardi's ) to buttercream,

Method:

beating well after addition.

Blue Coconut:
Ingredients:

    Add 1/4 tsp coconut extract to meringue mixture
    Add 1/4 tsp rum extract to meringue mixture
    Add about 8 drops of neon blue food coloring to meringue mixture
    Add 1 tsp coconut extract to buttercream,

Method:

beating well after addition.

French Buttercream:
Ingredients:

    3 eggs
    2/3 cup granulated sugar
    2/3 cup water
    1 tsp vanilla
    1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature, and stirred.

Method:

In a medium sized mixing bowl, beat eggs for about 5 minutes.

Eggs should be light and fluffy.

In a small sauce pan, heat water and sugar over medium high heat.

Cook until mixture comes to a soft ball stage. To test, spoon a small amount of mixture into a glass of cold water, if the syrup forms into a ball that can be picked up, it is ready.

While mixer is running, pour a fine, thread like stream into the egg mixture. Beat mixture until the bottom of the mixing bowl is cool to touch .

Add softened butter in 2-3 separate increments. The frosting will dramatically change texture. Do not be alarmed!!

Keep beating and it will lighten and become smooth again, about 5-7 minutes.

When adding flavorings, the butter cream will separate again.

Repeat beating process until smooth again.

Fill macarons with a small amount of buttercream. Leftovers may be refrigerated or frozen for next use; mixing well after becoming room temperature.

Makes about 2 1/2-3 cups

By: Amy Richardson
Source: http://www.ksl.com/index.php?nid=204&sid=15590506

Navajo Tacos (*Special Request)

• FRY BREAD:
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk
• 4 cups oil for frying, or as needed

 Meat Mixture and Toppings

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
• 1 (15.5 ounce) can pinto beans, with liquid
• 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
• 2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
• 1/2 cup picante sauce

1. Combine beans and 2 tablespoons of picante sauce in a small saucepan over low heat. Cook until heated through. In a large skillet, over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef with taco seasoning mix according to seasoning mix package directions. Cover, and keep warm while you prepare the fry bread.
2. In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk, and mix until the dough comes together. Add more flour if necessary to be able to handle the dough. On a floured surface, knead the dough until smooth, at least 5 minutes. Let the dough rest for 5 minutes.
3. Heat oil in a large, deep heavy skillet to 365 degrees F (180 degrees C). Oil should be about 1 1/2 inches deep. Break off 3/4 cup sized pieces of dough, and shape into round discs 1/4 inch in thickness, making a thinner depressed area in the center. Fry breads in the hot oil until golden on both sides, turning only once. Drain on paper towels.
4. Top fry bread with beans, ground beef, lettuce and cheese. Spoon picante sauce over. You can also top with other of your favorite taco toppings, such as onion, sour cream or guacamole.

Samoan Cultural Celebration 2011

If you are in the Salt Lake City are this week, you don't want to miss out on this festivity. The Samoan Cultural Celebration runs until Saturday July 30, 2011.

Be sure to stop by Tupea's Polynesian Market's food booth, you will definitely enjoy our authentic and delicious Samoan food.

This event is held at the Centennial Park located behind the West Valley Family Fitness Center (5415 West 3100 South-West Valley City, Utah 84120.)

Lu Pulu (Spinach)

1 onion, diced
1 can (12 oz.) corned beef mashed with a fork.
1 small tomato, chopped
5 Tablespoons Best Foods Mayo
2- 20 inch sheets of aluminum foil
3 bunches of fresh spinach, washed, stemmed and drained

 Preheat the oven to 350º. Place foil on top of one another to form a "t". Place Spinach leaves on top, next layer the top of the spinach with corned beef, then the onion, tomato and dashes of salt and pepper. Top off the layers with the mayonnaise. Wrap the first layer of foil carefully, then wrap the next layer on top. Bake on a baking sheet in a 350º oven for 1 hour. Remove and allow it to cool for at least 10 minutes. Carefully open the package and stir the Lu Pulu. Serve with Kumala (Yams or Sweet Potatoes).
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Breadfruit with Coconut Cream (Taufolo Niu)

1 whole breadfruit peeled, about 3 pounds (beginning to soften)
3 cups (canned) coconut cream

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Cover breadfruit in foil and
Bake breadfruit for 1 hour, or until a fork can be inserted easily.
Cut the breadfruit in half, remove the core and skin; mash the breadfruit in a bowl.
Warm the coconut cream over medium low heat until just simmering.
While the mashed breadfruit is still hot, make a well in the center of the mashed breadfruit and pour in the hot coconut cream.
Mix this well until liquid is absorbed.
Mold into small tablespoon sized balls and serve warm, coated with more warm coconut milk.

**Serves 6-8 palangis and 2-4 Polynesians

Cheesy New Zealand Meat Pie

2 lb stewing steak
1 large onion
1minced clove of garlic
1/4 cup flour
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup tomato puree or paste
2 tsp mixed herbs
1 cup of shredded cheese
water
3/4 cup water
1 sheet puff pastry
1 sheet savory short pastry

Trim fat from meat. Cut meat into bite-sized pieces. Peel and finely chop the onion ( or garlic). Combine flour, salt and pepper in a bowl. Throw in the meat and onion. Toss around to coat the meat. Line a pie dish or casserole dish with the sheet of short pastry, cutting or shaping it to fit. Throw in the coated meat and onion mix. Mix tomato puree or paste with herbs in a bowl then spread tomato mixture on the top of the meat. Add sufficient water to cover the meat. Lay slices of cheeses on top ( optional extra). Wet the edges of the pastry. Roll the puff pastry sheet out to fit the top of the dish. Place the puff pastry on top and press the edges down onto the edges of the short pastry. Trim off any excess pastry. Pour the measured amount of water over the pastry. Bake at 300 degrees F for 3 hours
(Remember, it's that long, slow cooking that makes it taste so good).

Kumara(Kumala or Sweet Potato) Pie

INGREDIENTS:

• Kumara (Kumala or Sweet Potato) – 3 lbs.
• Brown Sugar – 2 tsp.
• Cinnamon – ½ tsp.
• Eggs – 2 eggs Beaten
• Butter – 3-1/2 tbsp.
• Pineapple Juice and Pineapple Rings
• Cinnamon - Dash
• Nutmeg - Dash

METHOD:

• Preheat oven to 350 ° F
• Boil Kumara until tender and drain excess water.
• Mash with butter & add beaten eggs and pineapple juice.
• Place mixture into a greased oven dish and decorate with pineapple rings and sprinkle lightly with brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg.
• Bake for 30-40minutes or until golden, 

**This pie is delicious served with Ice-cream or Whipped cream~ 

adapted from:  

http://www.maori-in-oz.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=87&Itemid=75

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Shoyu Chicken

• 6 chicken thighs (boneless or skinless if preferred)

• 2 cups of Aloha Shoyu(soy sauce)

• 2 cups of water

• 1 clove garlic minced

• 1 small onion minced or diced

• 1 cup of sugar 

•  Garnish with sliced Green onions (optional)

In a large pot combine the shoyu, water, garlic, onion, and sugar into a large pot. Bring to a boil to dissolve the sugar. Adjust water for sugar to taste, adding more water or sugar to taste. Put in the chicken and simmer about 45 minutes. Or bake on 350 for 1 hour, until chicken is cooked.
Serve over sticky white rice.

* Difficulty Level- EASY :)

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CSN Stores Review & Giveaway!--CLOSED!

I was thrilled when CSN Stores contacted me, I knew that I would be able provide my loyal readers their choice of something fantastic from CSN Stores. I was able to review some fun items from CSN Stores. I have to say, their shipping was quick and everything we ordered came packaged and in one piece with no damages. I am also happy to hear recently on the news that CSN Stores is opening up a warehouse here in Utah, providing more jobs for our state. I am definitely happy to do reviews for companies that promote growth and strengthen the U.S. Economy.



Here are the things we ordered:

• Ideal Classics The Bungalow Dollhouse

• Emerson Karaoke Plug N Sing Handheld Karaoke Microphone (Dual Microphone Capable)

• Patch Products Primer Pack

Our Review of the Emerson Plug n Sing Karaoke System-

The kids have had a blast singing along with the CD. I love it that it provides not only entertainment, but it also helps them to develop their vocal abilities and reading skills. So far we love it. The quality is good for children 8 and up. I think the only thing we would want it to include is more CD's. Overall, it's a great gift and makes the weekends more fun, especially when their cousins are at our house.

 

Features:

• Karaoke microphone
• Plug N Sing Karaoke collection
• Comes with one microphone
• Compatible with Xbox, Xbox 360, PS2, PS3 and DVD players
• Comes with 100 bonus songs
• Age 8
• Optional Karaoke DVD available
• One year warranty

Our Review of The Patch Products Primer Pack-

Our daughter had this set in her  Kindergarten class in Arizona. She loved it then and 

when they received this she still loves playing with it and she is now in 3rd grade. I love toys that

in also provide learning and practicing fine motor skills. Our kids have enjoyed this set more than many of their most favorite toys. I like taking some of the lacing shapes to church to help keep the little ones reverent and busy. It has definitely made my Sundays easier! I have to say the quality is quite superb for the price. I would definitely suggest this to any parent. The various colors help with color recognition and the shapes too. Overall a great learning and playing set. I like taking the lacing cards along with us to church, they make a great quiet toy.

Set includes:

• Alphabet Puzzle
• 3 Lacing Shapes
• 4 Mini Puzzles with Shapes for Stringing
• 25 Pieces Locktagon Set
• Activity Guide
• Carrying Case

Features:

• Primer pack
• Sampler of popular manipulative that include puzzles, lacing and tracing
• Keep kids busy for hours as they learn letter recognition and sequence as well as geometric shapes
• Perfect for home or the classroom
• Perfect for travel
• Ages 3 and up

Specifications:

• Material: Latex Free
• Overall dimensions: 9.5" H x 9.25" W x 1.5" D
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Our Review of the Ideal Classics The Bungalow Dollhouse-

This set is definitely fun for our girls. They were delighted to have a dollhouse. It's small but fun because it features working lights. They loved being able to design the rooms. It was fairly easy to set up. The only tool you need is a screwdriver to put the batteries in. I just have to find some dollhouse dolls to fit in it, although there are some that you can order separately. I would definitely recommend this for ages 5 and up. 

Features:

• Includes stickers and yarn
• Realistic baskets and scenes
• Real working electrical sockets
• For ages 8 and up
• Dimensions: 14" H x 18.8" W x 3.5" D

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