Monthly Archives: January 2012

Mai-Kai cocktail review: Patriotism never tasted this good

Posted on January 29, 2012 by Hurricane Hayward

Updated March 13, 2012 See below: Our S.O.S. review | Ancestor recipe | Tribute recipe Related: Mai-Kai cocktail guide Most classic Mai-Kai cocktails can be traced back to tropical drink pioneer Donn Beach (aka Don the Beachcomber), and the S.O.S. … Continue reading →

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Modern Retro Disney World: Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Hurricane Hayward

MODERN RETRO DISNEY WORLD This is the first in a regular series that will spotlight The Atomic Grog’s picks of the top “modern retro” features at the world’s top tourist mecca. Disney World is a vast ocean of fun and … Continue reading →

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Mai-Kai cocktail review: Comfort and caffeine are hallmarks of this cappuccino concoction

Posted on January 22, 2012 by Hurricane Hayward

See below: Our Mai-Kai Cappuccino review | Related: Mai-Kai cocktail guide This is the latest in our yearlong series of reviews of cocktails at the iconic Mai-Kai Polynesian restaurant in Fort Lauderdale. At the very bottom of the after-dinner drink … Continue reading →

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Festival features Florida’s funky art and culture

Posted on January 21, 2012 by Hurricane Hayward

Floridiana – A term referring to artifacts relating to Florida history, geography, folklore, and cultural heritage. Florida is a curious state. To outsiders, it may seem kitschy, exotic and just plain weird. To some of us residents, it’s an odd … Continue reading →

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Mai-Kai cocktail review: Tradition, quality give Piña Colada a much-needed dose of respect

Posted on January 14, 2012 by Hurricane Hayward

See below: Our Piña Colada review | Ancestor/tribute recipe Related: Mai-Kai cocktail guide For better or worse (typically worse), the Piña Colada has been ubiquitous on tropical drink menus for more than half a century. Not surprisingly, The Mai-Kai in … Continue reading →

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A rum explosion: Miami festival set for same weekend as Hukilau in April

Posted on January 12, 2012 by Hurricane Hayward

2012 Miami Rum Renaissance Festival: Monday, April 16, through Sunday, April 22, at the Deauville Beach Resort, Miami Beach. For more information, go to RumRenaissance.com. It’s funny to see the reaction when people find out that The Hukilau, the 11th … Continue reading →

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Mai-Kai cocktail review: The Demerara Cocktail is a throwback to a bygone era

Posted on January 8, 2012 by Hurricane Hayward

Updated May 8, 2012 See below: Our Demerara Cocktail review | Official Mai-Kai recipe Related: Mai-Kai cocktail guide There was a time when having a cocktail meant downing 3 or more ounces of alcohol in a small glass with just … Continue reading →

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Monterey Club joining forces with Propaganda

Posted on January 2, 2012 by Hurricane Hayward

Related: Past coverage of The Monterey Club As previously announced and mourned by local and independent music fans, The Monterey Club shut down its Fort Lauderdale location after one last bash on New Year’s Eve. But the club had a … Continue reading →

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Mai-Kai cocktail review: The timeless appeal of this classic is no Mystery

Posted on January 1, 2012 by Hurricane Hayward

Updated May 6, 2012 See below: Our Mystery Drink review | Ancestor recipe Related: Mai-Kai cocktail guide Symposium explores rich history and long-lost stories of The Mai-Kai Oh Mystery Girl,    what’s in this Mystery Drink?! I must steal you … Continue reading →

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