When the sun dips below the horizon and the skies turn shades of gold and indigo, the Hawaiian Islands come alive with the rhythmic beat of pahu drums, the scent of roasting kalua pig, and the hypnotic sway of hula dancers. Luaus are more than just a dinner show—they are a celebration of Hawaiian culture, storytelling, and the spirit of aloha. From lush gardens to oceanfront stages, each island offers its own unforgettable take on this iconic Hawaiian tradition.
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Truck Yard’s annual luau is back by popular demand. So on July 15, don your best luau gear, gather some friends and swing by as the bar breaks out the coconuts, roasted pig and fire dancers. It’s like a Hawaiian vacation but without that pesky eight hour flight. Continue reading
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If your plans on Sunday include plenty of frothy rum cocktails and feasting on a whole hog, you will no doubt be at Standard Pour. The festivities begin at 6pm, but if like any other Standard Pour event, you will want to come early. The weather is supposed to be luau ideal and yo won’t want to miss this one.
Standard Pour is located at 2900 McKinney Avenue in Uptown Dallas.
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Last night the Tiki gods shined upon Plano, Texas as Whiskey Cake prepared not one, but three whole hogs to a sell-out crowd on a Monday evening in celebration of all things luau. In preparation over 70 coconuts lost their tops, making these the perfect vessels for cooling tropical cocktails prepared by lead barman Sean Conner.
Conner wrangled Barcardi’s 151 into drinks such as classic Zombies that made the gathering revelers not only smile, but put them in the island mood. Continue reading
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