Luau is a Hawaiian feast.
It features Hawaiian food such as kalua pig, poke, lomi salmon, opihi, and haupia. It also involves hawaiian entertainment: hula dance and hawaiian music.
Here is a brief History of Luau:
The Hawaiians are truly delighted in celebrating happy and memorable events. They used a Luau – which use to be called aha ‘aina – to signify the most important feast of celebration. The food served and practices observed are rich with symbolism and designed to unite the participants. The word Luau is actually the name of a taro leaf. Young and small taro leaf is cooked like spinach. It is usually mixed with other foods such as luau chicken, which is served in a Hawaiian feast commonly known today as Luau.
The abundant and delicious Hawaiian food and entertainment definitely represents the Aloha spirits bringing guests and islanders together in a memorable setting. I recommend two places for a Luau:
Old Lahaina Luau – It is an enjoyable, educational and entertaining Luau. Before the show starts, there are lots of great photo taking opportunities. Beautiful setting.
Feast of Lele – Food is excellent, which makes the Luau celebration a very memorable one. The fire dancer at the end is riveting.
I will be discussing these two places in more details in later posts.
Just a Note: Understanding that everyone has a different taste. Going to a Luau, you need to have an open mind “to try” foods that you’re palette is not accustomed to. Foods could be considered bland or different. Please be considerate as these foods are prepared and served with symbolic meaning and care for your enjoyment.
