Monday, January 10, 2011

Winter Luau Party

Who can do the luau without any food?Food:Chinese Take-Out or check out the appetizer recipes in my Vintage Hawaiian party.

Drink: Pina Coladas with Red & Green Cherries



Turn the heat up on your indoor winter luau - literally!
For this special occasion it's okay to make the temperature a little steamier! Go no lower than 75 and no higher than 82 for optimum "warm weather" comfort.
A winter luau is all about the dressing the part.
Encourage all your guests to come dressed in beach attire. For once, those hilarious Hawaiian shirts and silly straw hats will be the epitome of trendiness.
Add these sultry, summery tunes to your iPod mix.
Not only will they make you feel like your on an island, they'll have your party guests dancing the night away!
  1. Stir It Up – Bob Marley and the Wailers
  2. Surfin’ Safari – The Beach Boys
  3. Magaritaville – Jimmy Buffet
  4. Hot Fun in the Summertime – Sly and the Family Stone
  5. Vacation – Go Go's


The more effort in creating a beach oasis, the more authentic your luau will feel. Nothing screams beach party like surf and sand!
If you have hardwood floors of any sort, cover it with a tarp and create a beach by dumping tons of sand onto it. Use Safe Sand for the purest and whitest variety. You can use an outdoor rake to even it out.
The clean-up is easy; ask your strongest guests to lift each corner of the tarp and gingerly tie it off (much like you would do with a garbage bag). A volunteer with a pick-up truck can dump the sand the next day.
Some popular sandy accessories-
  • A blow - up baby pool: Fill it with anything you like - tropical alcoholic punch, bottles of water, float toys or even goldfish.
  • Buckets & shovels: Which luau-er will be the first to suggest a sand castle building contest?
  • Umbrellas: The more colorful and vibrant, the better. Prop it up in a corner or against a table to create faux shade. So beach chic!
  • Surfboards: You may have some in your basement or shed. If not, simply take large pieces of cardboard and make your own. Stack them up in descending size order in front of a large window for photo op your guests will take full advantage of.
  • Beach towels: Leave piles of assorted beach towels from your favorite trips and summers past in each bathroom in lieu of hand towels.
  • Seashells: Shells make for breathtaking centerpieces for the kitchen table, coffee table or counter top. Surround them with white votives for an ethereal look.
Tags: Luau, Indoor, Winter Party Ideas, Theme Party Ideas, Decor
Did you ever wonder how luaus came to be? Sure, you know that luaus are a big part of Hawaiian tradition, but do you know how they started in the first place? Here's some fun facts on the history of luaus which can also be turned into a game at your Indoor Winter Luau Party.

Question: What were luaus originally called by the Hawaiians?
A. 'Aha 'aina. 
B. Wahoo
C. Aloha
D. Melina Ahina
Answer: A

Question: A luau is also a type of ____________________.
A. Moped used to scale the mountainous terrain of Hawaii.
B. Poisonous frog.
C. Leaf that can be cooked and added to Hawaiian dishes, much like spinach.
D. Spice used for pig roasts.
Answer: C

Question: Which of the following greetings is fondly associated with Hawaiian hospitality?
A. A firm handshake
B. A kiss on each cheek
C. A belly-dance lesson
D. A flower lei
Answer: D

Question: What was the name of the Hawaiian king who allowed the feasts to eventually become co-ed?
A. Oahu Maui
B. King Salamander
C. King Ju Ju Mondaratu
D. King Kamehameha II 
Answer: D
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