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Luau Information. Lehua Hawaiian Adventures. 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. History of the Luau.
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Luau Information Lehua Hawaiian Adventures
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
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 Polynesian 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
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