1. Feasting Hawaiian Style
4/24/2017
Feasting Hawaiian Style
A History of the Luau
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2. Celebrating a Luau
Traditional luau feasts were eaten on the ground and without utensils
Mats were rolled out and held beautiful centerpieces made of leaves, ferns, and flowers
Foods were cooked in an underground oven

3. Experience Hawaiian Culture On a Beautiful Hawaiian Beach
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4. The Modern Luau King Kamehameha II introduced the modern luau in 1819
Luaus were celebrated when a child became of age, when a new canoe was launched, or when warriors returned home after long journeys
Today, Luaus celebrate events such as weddings, graduations, and first birthdays

5. Luau Delicacies Roasted pulled pork cooked in an imu
Poi: Mashed taro root
Laulau: Taro leaf tips and fish or chicken wrapped in ti leaves
Lomi salmon: A salted fish marinated in lemon juice, tomatoes, and onions
Plantain bananas, yams, fresh fruits

6. History of the Luau Luaus are traditional Hawaiian celebrations
Originally called ‘aha ‘aina, these celebrations became known as luaus about 150 years ago
The term luau originates from the Hawaiian and other Hawaiian languages, and is the name for the taro leaf
Taro leaves are combined with others foods, such as chicken or fish, and then baked in coconut milk