Kava has long been a tradition throughout many island regions of the Pacific and has now begun to surface abroad. The rise of kava culture in the west has lent itself to curiosity about the subject and how it has come to be so popular - both in its homeland as well as in the west. This week we’re looking at kava culture and preparation, and how both in the Pacific as well as the United States the steps are similar to help bring you all the traditional benefits of this unique plant while staying true to its heritage and roots.