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Topic of the Day: Luau
A luau (in Hawaiian, lu‘au) is a Hawaiian feast. It may feature food, such as poi, kalua pig, poke, lomi salmon, opihi, haupia, and beer; and entertainment, such as Hawaiian music and hula. Among people from Hawaii, the concepts of "luau" and "party" are often blended, resulting in graduation luaus, wedding luaus, and birthday luaus. According to Pukui & Elbert (1986214), the name "luau" goes back "at least to 1856, when so used by the Pacific Commercial Advertiser." Earlier, such a feast was called a "paina" (pa‘ina) or ahaaina (‘aha‘aina). The newer name comes from that of a food always served at a luau young taro tops baked with coconut milk and chicken or octopus. Luau-themed or Hawaiian-themed parties can be differentiated from authentic luaus by a lack of traditional food and techniques as described above. These parties range dramatically in their range of dedication to Hawaiian traditions. For example, some extravagant affairs go so far as to ship food from the islands, while others settle for artificial leis, maitais, and a poolside atmosphere. None of these are considered Luaus by purists, or tourists. Primarily in the Hawaiian islands, there are numerous commercial luau productions, which generally consist of dinner and Hawaiian or Polynesian dancing. Some of these productions are held at hotels, usually outdoors (weather permitting), and some are held at private locations without any connection to a specific hotel. These luaus are geared for tourists and have a variety of souvenirs, crafts, and photos for purchase. The following is a list of select commercial luaus
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(03/23/2008)
Easter and St. Patrick's Day may be over for this year, but that is no reason to be a party slacker. Party events are happening year round. Among the perennial birthday parties we are looking ahead to children's parties, summer barbeques, graduation parties, baby showers, bridal showers, anniversaries, election parties, and the list goes on. We are happy to present to all you party planners out there this valuable resource of free party ideas, advice and every party article ever written. Well, at least that's what we're hoping to accomplish in the next few months. Authors of party related articles are welcome to submit their stuff to our article directory. Webmasters and ezine publishers will find a sheer endless supply of fresh content on every party subject imaginable. Have some great ideas? Missing information on particular party subect? Feel free to drop us a line and help us make this site an even better resource for all the party planners among us. Party on! The Party Planner Team
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