Imu Demonstration | Pahoa, Hawai'i

The Hawaii Sheep & Goat Association partnered with the Men of PA'A and the Culinary Edge TV to demonstrate how to build an imu to cook local lamb, potatoes, kalo (taro) and more.

I'opa Maunakea, Executive Director for the Men of PA'A was the Kahu imu or imu leader. The video was filmed on location in Pahoa, Hawai'i over the course of three days. The video brings up many issues including utilizing local food and cooking techniques, connection to Hawaiian cultural heritage, connection to the land (A'ina) and food sovereignty.

The video was made possible through a grant from the Hawai'i Department of Agriculture.

Relevant Links:
Hawaii Sheep & Goat Association: https://www.hsga.net/
Men of PA’A:   / men.of.paa  
The Culinary Edge TV:    / theculinaryedgetv