How to Throw a Hawaiian Luau Party
Channel laid-back Hawaiian style by throwing an easy summer party filled with Polynesian elements.
Photo By: Melanie Grizzel ©2012, Cooking Channel, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Photo By: Melanie Grizzel ©2012, Cooking Channel, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Photo By: Melanie Grizzel ©2012, Cooking Channel, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Photo By: Melanie Grizzel ©2012, Cooking Channel, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Photo By: Melanie Grizzel ©2012, Cooking Channel, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Photo By: Melanie Grizzel ©2012, Cooking Channel, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Photo By: Melanie Grizzel ©2012, Cooking Channel, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Photo By: Melanie Grizzel ©2012, Cooking Channel, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Photo By: Melanie Grizzel ©2012, Cooking Channel, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Party in Five
Have a Hukilau
In the Tropics
Create that island ambiance by hanging tiers of banana leaves on a vertical space, like an exposed fence or a wall of your home. The rows of greenery make a big impact and double as the perfect backdrop for photos. Stake tiki torches around the dining area and light them just as the sun is setting for a soft, flickering glow.
A Place With Purpose
Front-Runner
Flaunt Your Flora
Lei It On Me
String lei garlands across the backs of chairs for a final decorative touch. Make them yourself out of crepe paper flowers and ribbon, or purchase leis from any party supply store. Cut premade leis in half so you have one single strand to tie on each end of the chair, and keep some necklaces whole for guests who want to get in the spirit by donning theirs.
Tai Me Up
Get the Recipe: The Original Mai Tai
Sweet Starters
Serve easy-to-prepare tropical appetizers: grilled fruit skewers. Mango, kiwi, strawberries, pineapple and grapes become even sweeter when cooked as their natural sugars caramelize. Soak bamboo skewers in water for 30 minutes before threading on the fruit and cooking so they don't catch on fire.
Roll With It
Get the Recipe: Shredded Pork Summer Rolls
Crazy for Caramel
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Get the Recipe: Caramel Corn