Category Archives: Restaurants

Appleton master blender Joy Spence to host rare rum tasting at The Mai-Kai

Posted on August 14, 2019 by Hurricane Hayward

Joy Spence, the master blender of Appleton Estate in Jamaica, will lead an exclusive tasting of her acclaimed rums at The Mai-Kai on Wednesday, Aug. 14. The sold-out event is the first-ever official appearance at the historic Fort Lauderdale restaurant … Continue reading →

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The Hukilau 2019 latest news and updates

Posted on June 2, 2019 by Hurricane Hayward

Find out what events are sold out and get info on everything from the new smartphone app to the See Aloha charity auction. Continue reading →

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100 Days to The Hukilau: Weekend events at The Mai-Kai to feature The Surfrajettes, preview party

Posted on March 1, 2019 by Hurricane Hayward

The 18th annual Tiki weekender known as The Hukilau will not invade Fort Lauderdale until June, but local Tikiphiles will get an early taste of the rum-fueled festivities this weekend when two special events kick off the 2019 countdown at The Mai-Kai. Continue reading →

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Photos: Demerara rum flows at The Mai-Kai’s magical retro event featuring The Atomic Grog

Posted on January 30, 2019 by Hurricane Hayward

The Atomic Grog was pleased to present a special happy-hour talk about “Demerara Rum: The Mai-Kai’s Secret Weapon” during The Mai-Kai Takeover event on Jan. 19, presented by the Magical Tiki Meet-Up and Retro Rekindled. Continue reading →

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Event preview: 2019 Tiki Bingo season kicks off at The Mai-Kai

Posted on January 17, 2019 by Hurricane Hayward

Tiki and bingo: Two things that go great together. The South Florida chapter of the Fraternal Order of Moai has proven that to be true over the past five years with a popular and ongoing series of monthly charity events at The Mai-Kai. The non-profit Tiki fraternal group kicks off its 2019 season tonight. Continue reading →

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Magical Tiki Meet-Up special event: ‘Demerara Rum – The Mai-Kai’s Secret Weapon’

Posted on January 16, 2019 by Hurricane Hayward

Updated Jan. 30, 2019 Mahalo to everyone who turned out to our talk on Lemon Hart and Demerara rum, plus all the festivities at The Mai-Kai Takeover from the Magical Tiki Meet-Up and Retro Rekindled. The rum raffle raised $275 … Continue reading →

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The Hukilau 2019 updates: Hotel room parties are back, The Surfrajettes return to The Mai Kai, plus more

Posted on January 15, 2019 by Hurricane Hayward

Announcements last week included this year’s featured artist, plus countdown parties at Miami Rum Congress in February and The Mai-Kai in March featuring The Surfrajettes. Now, we have exclusive news that The Hukilau will be hosting its first guest room parties in nearly a decade. Continue reading →

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A cure for your holiday hangover: All the Miracle pop-up cocktails, reviewed and ranked

Posted on January 4, 2019 by Hurricane Hayward

Nobody has perfected the Christmas pop-up concept quite like Miracle, from the decor to the music to the food – all spearheaded by each individual location under the guidance of Cocktail Kingdom. For 39 days, Miracle on Rosemary and Miracle on Delray Beach from Death Or Glory served up delicious craft cocktails that feature obscure, esoteric ingredients but also don’t take themselves too seriously and appeal to a broad audience. Check out our reviews and rankings of all the drinks on the 2018 Miracle menu. Continue reading →

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Event preview: The Hukilau 2019 in Fort Lauderdale, June 5-9

Posted on January 3, 2019 by Hurricane Hayward

The Hukilau returns for its 18th annual Tiki weekender in June, serving up five days of immersive rum-fueled experiences at the Pier 66 Hotel & Marina and The Mai-Kai restaurant, both 62-year-old landmarks in sunny Fort Lauderdale. Continue reading →

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The Tiki Times: Full 2019 events calendar now available!

Posted on January 2, 2019 by Hurricane Hayward

Announcing The Atomic Grog’s updated calendar for all the major events across the world of Tiki culture. This list includes rum events, plus modernism, surf music, Disney and other happenings of interest to the Tiki community. Continue reading →

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