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Taro in Hawaii

Season 2 Episode 213 | 26m 46s

Capri explores regional traditions surrounding taro in Hawaii. She learns about the history of taro and how to harvest the root and leaves; learns how to make hand-pounded poi; learns how to cook lau lau for a family feast; and samples the taro-centric dessert called kulolo.

Aired: 04/01/25 | Expires: 08/24/25
Distributed nationally by American Public Television
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