Smoked Meat Festival Saturday, October 25, at Maku’u Market from 2–5 PM

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Smoke it Up! is our long-awaited smoked meat festival that transforms Hawai‘i Island’s feral pig problem into an opportunity. By turning this abundant local protein into a value-added product, we can strengthen food security and position our island as a leader in food innovation.

Join us Saturday, October 25, at Maku’u Market from 2–5 PM for an afternoon of flavor and fun!

More than a dozen tasting stations featuring smoked creations by some of Hawai‘i’s hottest chefs - Mark Noguchi, Kwai-Chang Publico, Jayson Kanekoa, Keoni Regidor, Mills Stoval, ANY KINE Wontons, Waimea Butcher Shop, WSW Steakhouse, Island Style Birria, The Temple Bar, HawCC Culinary Division, Pohaku Cafe and more!

Two complimentary beverages – including craft cocktails, local mead, and local brews.

Live music by Ka'ikena Scanlan and Positive Motion.

Educational booths and interactive experiences

Tickets are $75 and include all tastings, drinks, and entertainment. Get yours at smokeitup808.com

Use code PUNA for $10 off through Oct. 18 ??

This event offers a bold, integrated solution to one of our island’s toughest challenges

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SALAMAT Mr. T.

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This event offers a bold, integrated solution to one of our island’s toughest challenges.

...for only 75USD

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[kalianna]

It was pretty great. Plenty of ono food, strong drinks, nice people, good music and a worthy cause. What rain? They (Malama O Puna) are hoping to create a meat processing plant here in East Hawaii. They have already opened the certified kitchen where Lionʻs Den used to be and theyʻre hoping to make this an annual event.