If you’re looking to bring a taste of the tropics to your next party, hosting a luau-inspired event is the perfect way to transport your guests to a far-off paradise without ever leaving home. From traditional Hawaiian dishes to colorful decorations, there are plenty of ways to infuse your event with the spirit of aloha.
Menu:
Traditional Hawaiian dishes such as poke, kalua pork, and lau lau are sure to please, but you can also mix in some other tropical favorites such as coconut shrimp or pineapple chicken. Don’t forget to offer some refreshing tropical drinks such as mai tais, pina coladas, or fruity mocktails for non-drinkers
- Fruit Skewers
- Pineapple-Chicken Kabobs
- Rice
- Black Beans
- Orange-Pineapple Cake
- Pina Coladas, Daiquiris
- Pineapple Punch
Hostess Tips & Decorating Ideas:
Set the scene with some fun decorations. Consider hanging paper lanterns, adding tropical plants and flowers, and incorporating tiki torches or other island-inspired décor. Don’t forget to set the table with colorful tablecloths and place settings that feature bright, tropical colors.
Supplies:
- Tiki Torches
- Bowls of coconuts and/or pineapplesLittle luau bobble-dancing girls
- Flowers (as tropical as you can find)
- For the table: galvanized pails filled with sand, candles, dishes filled with floating candles or floating flowers
- For guests: Leis, grass skirts, Hawaiian shirts, single stemmed flowers to wear about the ear. Remember: Wear the flower above the right ear if available; above the left-ear (and heart) if your heart is taken.