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Hawaiian Luau
I am throwing an engagement party for my nephew and his fiancée and they want a luau! Do you have any menu ideas for the main dishes, side dishes and desserts that I can use? I appreciate the help.
—Vicki
Hi Vicki!
Oh my—this sounds ambitious! But I think with a little planning and prep, you can pull it off. I don’t have many Hawaiian recipes on the site, but I know that the website of the Polynesian Cultural Center, a nonprofit center devoted to sharing the culture of Hawaii and surrounding islands, has a wonderful Ultimate Luau Guide with recipes, tips and lots of information about putting on a Hawaiian feast. I think you'll find it very helpful. All the best to your nephew and fiancée and.... Aloha!
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What Others Have To Say
thanks for the advice. the website you provided was extremely helpful and I'm sure the luau will be a big success. Aloha!!