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Outside The Mai-Kai: Artistic flourishes set stage for reimagination, early 2024 reopening (summer 2023 recap)
Inside The Mai-Kai: Detailed restoration advances amid total infrastructure overhaul (summer 2023 recap)
The Mai-Kai team joins The Atomic Grog for two special presentations at Tiki Oasis
Meticulous attention to detail is hallmark of The Mai-Kai restoration project (May-June 2023 update)
The Mai-Kai renovations, May-June 2023: Historic restaurant’s new infrastructure begins to take shape
The Hukilau 2023: Live coverage, photos and video from social media
The Hukilau highlights: Photos and memories from 2023 Tiki weekender in South Florida
The Hukilau 2023 countdown: Full schedule and updates as 21st Tiki weekender approaches
The Mai-Kai renovations, April 2023: Bora Bora building comes down as restoration efforts pick up steam
Take a wild ride on the Tropical Thunder Express from Pooch and Tiki Farm

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23 Sep

Outside @TheMaiKai: Artistic flourishes set stage for reimagination, early 2024 reopening. Renovation's final phase kicks off as artists transform the signature porte-cochère. Breaking news, plus a full recap of all the exterior projects: https://wp.me/p1xHjT-7BR #maikai #tiki

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23 Sep

Time Out says "Kaona Room is a kitschy, dimly lit wormhole to Hawaii in downtown Miami." ... #tiki #tikibar #kaonaroom #esoticomiami

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17 Sep

New Rumcast is live!

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16 Sep

Sept. 2023 @TheMaiKai refurbishments update No. 2 - @tomallsmiller1 leads efforts to restore the beams and porte-cochère using theme park techniques to create a realistic aged look. Trees are moved as parking lot reimagination nears. Full coverage: https://wp.me/P1xHjT-7xf #maikai

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Who’s going to @tikiagogoevent in April? Book yo

Who’s going to @tikiagogoevent in April? Book your room and get tickets now. I hope to see you there! … Posted @withregram • @tikiagogoevent Introducing our next presenter, Jim "Hurricane" Hayward @theatomicgrog ! He's always got the scoop on what's happening in Tiki 🌺

#tikievents #tiki #Tiki-a-Go-Go #Floridatiki #floridahistory #Floridaevents #cocktails #rhum #symposium #classes #marketplace #supperclub #burlesque #livemusic #bands #vintageFlorida #midcenturynightlife #thingstodoinorlando

Don’t miss this fantastic walk-through of @maxst

Don’t miss this fantastic walk-through of @maxstiki with @mahalomark23 on @thehulagirls YouTube page. … Posted @withregram • @thehulagirls Tonight on Spike's Breezeway Cocktail Hour we tour the downright incredible Max's South Seas Hideaway!
Tune in at 6:30pst on YouTube.com/thehulagirls!

A very interesting topic on the latest episode of

A very interesting topic on the latest episode of The Rumcast. I can’t wait to hear the picks. … Posted @withregram • @therumcast New Rumcast is live!
Thanks again to all who listened and voted in our Second Annual Rumcast Fantasy Rum Draft — we reveal this year's champion during the intro for this episode.
After revealing the champion (and a bit of gloating from one of us), we get to our latest experiment: investing 6 inexpensive rums we normally would either overlook or outright reject to see if we could find some diamonds in the rough!
We each selected 3 rums under ~$20 that we had either never tried or couldn't remember trying and then put them through a series of tasting to see if we could find any pleasant surprises along the way.
Despite being lesser known and far less expensive rums, we found a lot worth discussing and hope that you find it worth your time as well. Cheers!
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#rum #rhum #ron #cheaprum #bottomshelf #redflags🚩 #blindspots #budgetfriendly #diamondintherough #3peat??? #underdog #mixers

Mai-Kai refurbishments, September 2023 update No.

Exciting progress on the opening of the first new

Exciting progress on the opening of the first new @dtb1932 location! … …

I've been loyal to Count Chocula since 1971, but I

I've been loyal to Count Chocula since 1971, but I had to try this year's new monster cereals after the introduction of the groundbreaking Carmella Creeper (caramel apple with monster marshmallows), a long-lost Zombie cousin of Franken Berry. She's the first ever @generalmills female monster and reportedly the very first female cereal mascot created as a mascot. Carmella is also orchestrating the 50th anniversary of the Monster Mash Remix, a mash-up featuring all the monsters in one box. I'm endorsing both as worthy additions to the classic lineup. Find out more at MonstersCereal.com and also check out @thirty20eight podcast 280 for a deep dive into Monster Cereal lore.

#MonstersCereal #MonsterCereal #CarmellaCreeper #MonsterMashRemix

Mai-Kai refurbishments, September 2023 update No.

Tiki Fever returns next month with a stellar lineu

Tiki Fever returns next month with a stellar lineup … Posted @withregram • @tiki.fever Tiki Fever 2023 is right around the corner!
Take a peek at our exciting lineup, music, and a bustling tiki marketplace this year.

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Fantastic work by @typhoon_tommy and @scott_scheid

Fantastic work by @typhoon_tommy and @scott_scheidly at @the_maikai_restaurant …

South Florida: Here’s a great way to help those

South Florida: Here’s a great way to help those in need …

MIAMI FOR MAUI: A special fundraising luau featuring Polynesian entertainment and live music plus a vendor marketplace.
When: Thursday, Sept. 7 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Esotico Miami (and Kaona Room).
Proceeds will go to the Maui Strong Fund.
More info on donations, tickets and sponsorships: https://www.esoticomiami.com/event/miami-for-maui/

Pick up Exotica Moderne #20 from @houseoftabu at H

Pick up Exotica Moderne #20 from @houseoftabu at HouseOfTabu.com before it sells out! Cover art by @tom_thordarson_thor and cool articles on @official_beachbumberry and @latitude29nola, @tongahut, @theventureslive, plus lots more. The "Cocktail Hour" page features a special treat: Berry's doubly deadly Deep Six. It exceeded our high expectations with fantastic, classic flavors. Sorry we don't have the namesake bowl, but you can buy it online and check out the recipe at BeachbumBerry.com. Instead, we stayed in theme with a half serving in a first edition Piranha mug from Trader Sam’s. Sustainable glass straw by @surfsidesips. #exoticamoderne #houseoftabu #beachbumberry #latitude29 #cocktail #cocktails #tiki #tikidrink #tikidrinks #tikicocktail #tikicocktails

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A deadly duo: The Pooch Punch (left) and Zombie at

A deadly duo: The Pooch Punch (left) and Zombie at @eatdrinkatdriftwood in Boynton Beach, one of South Florida's best spots for potent Tiki cocktails. Indulge yourself Thursday, Aug. 31, while enjoying the deadly surf trio of @skinny_jimmy_stingray and his band performing their intimate monthly lo-fi sets in the bar starting around 6 p.m. Stay for the food, you won't regret it. Menus at DriftwoodBoynton.com. Mugs by @tikifarm: Tropical Thunder Express (designed by @pooch_art) and Island Beat (designed by @derek.art).

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Don’t miss the auction today! (1p Pacific, 4p Ea

Don’t miss the auction today! (1p Pacific, 4p Eastern time) … Posted @withregram • @tikiinwaikiki More goodies generously donated by ʻohana near and far to support Maui fire relief and recovery. Bidding opens Sunday at 10am HST. Preview items at tikiinwaikiki.com/schedule or swipe and scan the QR code!

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Join the effort to help Maui recover and enjoy a great night of food, drinks and entertainment … Posted @withregram • @esoticomiami 🌺 MIAMI FOR MAUI 🌺
Join us September 7th as we come together to uplift those affected by the devastating Maui wildfires. Dive into an evening filled with traditional Hawaiian entertainment , tropical rhythms, and the spirit of community.

Every ticket will contribute to the Maui Strong relief fund sending waves of hope and rebuilding all the way to the shores of Maui. Click the link in our bio to purchase your ticket 🌴
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#MiamiForMaui #MauiStrong”

Mahalo for your dedication and hard work! … Post

Mahalo for your dedication and hard work! … Posted @withregram • @archipelagobardc Back in 2015, a couple guys emptied their change jars, maxed out several credit cards and built a bar they wanted to exist in the world. It was never easy, we didn’t always get it right but we put a lot of ourselves into this space and this thing we created from nothing. It was perfectly imperfect and we will truly miss it and everyone that loved it.

@tropicalstandardbook is an ambitious re-examinati

@tropicalstandardbook is an ambitious re-examination of the Tiki cocktail canon, and @garretjrichard hits all the touchstones. It's no surprise that I went straight to The Mai-Kai chapter - after educating myself on the tips and techniques, of course. Though the Derby Daiquiri and Barrel O' Rum were both impressive in their ambition and creativity, I wasn't blown away by the end result. The third cocktail was the charm, however. With Incantation (à la Black Magic), Garret absolutely nails it. The spot-on tribute is big and bold, featuring spicy and rummy flavors in perfect balance. Even more so than The Atomic Grog version, I'll admit. My only consolation is it took some advanced techniques and five rums for him to accomplish that feat. The coffee and rum notes are strong, but it's still very drinkable and refreshing, unlike some other craft versions of Tiki classics. It's not as juicy or tart as our tribute (and the current version served at @the_maikai_restaurant), but I'm confident that this fits perfectly into Mariano Licudine's original mid-century vision. It's well worth the effor to make. Pick up the book (co-written by author @mrbenschaffer) now at TropicalStandard.com and go straight to Incantation (à la Black Magic). I'd like to hear how everyone thinks it compares to our tribute recipe at AtomicGrog.com ... Okole maluna!

It was great to see Garret at @thehukilau in June. Official 2023 event mug by @mulder142 of Eekum Bookum. The Hukilau 10th anniversary snifter glass (2011), commissioned by @tikikiliki, designed by Kevin Kidney.

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