The Luau Party
Hawaiian Fun!
A luau party is centered around the culture of Hawaii, home of pineapple-filled dishes and grass skirts. This is a popular party theme because of the multitude of activities that can be put out, and the lively atmosphere that goes with these activities.
A barbecue is a common component in a luau. However, this can be skipped in favor of catered barbecue dishes that come in wooden containers or banana leaves. Flowers must be abundant, and available for weaving as hair ornaments or necklaces (leis).
In fact this could be a nice welcome activity for guests: Weave-your-own-Flower-Garland.
Drinks must be festive. Non-alcoholic ones should be more abundant than alcoholic ones, because any non-alcoholic fruit punch may be modified to a cocktail drink just by adding liquor, for those who want it.
Some popular Drinks in a Luau
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Mai Tai
- 1 oz. Dark Rum
- 1 oz Light Rum
- 1 oz Orange Curacao
- 2 oz Orange Juice
- 1/2 oz Lime Juice
- a few drops of Orgeat (almonds and sugar syrup) – can be substituted by normal sugar syrup (or you can try home-made caramel too)
Pina Colada
- 4 oz. pineapple juice
- 3 oz. rum
- 2 oz. coconut milk
- ice
Enjoy your Luau!