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Mai-Kai updates: The Hukilau welcomes Charles Phoenix, past event recaps, appetizer ratings
Mai-Kai updates: The Hukilau welcomes Charles Phoenix, past event recaps, appetizer ratings
The East Coast's longest-running Polynesian Pop event returns June 3-7 with three days and nights at the Mai-Kai, including a special presentation by "the King of Retro."
The Tiki Times: Exclusive events guide
The Tiki Times: Exclusive events guide
Check out our calendar for all the major events across the world of Tiki culture, updated continually throughout the year. We’ll also keep you posted on many worldwide gatherings for fans of rum, lowbrow and mid-century modern art, surf and rockabilly music, plus some Disney events and anything of general interest to the Tiki community. … Continue reading "Events: The Tiki Times"
Mai-Kai's classic Tiki carving restored as reimagination continues
Mai-Kai's classic Tiki carving restored as reimagination continues
Like any other historic property, restoration is an ongoing task at the Mai-Kai Restaurant and Polynesian Show. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2014, the 69-year-old Tiki temple is also one of two historic sites in the city of Oakland Park, Fla. Jump to the latest news below • Historic carving revived … Continue reading "Mai-Kai’s classic Tiki carving restored as restaurant’s reimagination continues"
See The Atomic Grog's full Tiki-a-Go-Go symposium and order the new Encyclopedia of Florida Tiki
See The Atomic Grog's full Tiki-a-Go-Go symposium and order the new Encyclopedia of Florida Tiki
Thanks to the great turnout for "Florida Tiki: The Good, the Bad and the Future of Polynesian Pop in the Sunshine State," we're sharing the full seminar slideshow on the blog along with the results of the voting for the state's top Tiki location. While supplies last, you can also order the 24-page booklet that details the 150 historic and current sites across Florida.
The Hukilau 2026 honors a legend, welcomes new faces to 24th annual Tiki weekender in South Florida
The Hukilau 2026 honors a legend, welcomes new faces to 24th annual Tiki weekender in South Florida
The state's original Polynesian Pop weekender returns June 3-7 for a one-of-a-kind immersive experience at the oceanfront Beachcomber Resort and the historic Mai-Kai, which will host a special tribute event to the late artist Danny "Tiki Diablo" Gallardo.
Photos and video from Tiki-a-Go-Go in Orlando
Photos and video from Tiki-a-Go-Go in Orlando
This year's gathering, happening March 27-29 at the Caribe Royale Resort, is loaded with some of the biggest names in the Tiki scene and chock full of activities for guests.
Mai-Kai Rum No. 1: Everything you need to know about historic restaurant's signature spirit
Mai-Kai Rum No. 1: Everything you need to know about historic restaurant's signature spirit
When the the Mai-Kai opened on the outskirts of Fort Lauderdale in 1956, the Polynesian restaurant quickly set a new standard for Tiki cocktails, earning fame for its reverential and original creations featuring fresh ingredients and perfectly balanced rum blends. This legacy continued for decades, even through a catastrophic back-of-house roof collapse that forced a … Continue reading "Mai-Kai Rum No. 1: Everything you need to know about historic restaurant’s signature spirit"
Mai-Kai kicks off 2026 with new food and drink menus, special events
Mai-Kai kicks off 2026 with new food and drink menus, special events
The historic South Florida restaurant remains laser-focused on improving the cocktails, food and guest experience. Check out the full coverage of 2026 news and events.
Gone too soon: Danny 'Tiki Diablo' Gallardo left indelible mark on Polynesian Pop revival
Gone too soon: Danny 'Tiki Diablo' Gallardo left indelible mark on Polynesian Pop revival
If life isn’t fair, then death is even less so. And if cancer is involved, it’s totally indiscriminate. That’s the only explanation for the devastating loss suffered by the Tiki community when artist extraordinaire Danny Gallardo passed away on Feb. 5 at age 54. The Los Angeles-based carver, ceramicist, designer and builder known around the … Continue reading "Gone too soon: Danny ‘Tiki Diablo’ Gallardo left indelible mark on Polynesian Pop revival"
Countdown to Don the Beachcomber biography begins with fundraiser, early special edition
Countdown to Don the Beachcomber biography begins with fundraiser, early special edition
Searching for Don the Beachcomber is the long-awaited exploration of the live and times of Tiki's founding father by Tim "Swanky" Glazner.
Photo and video tour: The 16 most iconic photo spots at the Mai-Kai - The Atomic Grog
Photo and video tour: The 16 most iconic photo spots at the Mai-Kai - The Atomic Grog
The Mai-Kai Cocktail Guide
The Mai-Kai Cocktail Guide
Updated March 12, 2026 Get the inside scoop on the cocktails and everything you need to know about the bar program at the historic Mai-Kai restaurant in South Florida, est. 1956. Written and curated by Jim “Hurricane” Hayward. Look for all new reviews and recipes, coming in 2026! LATEST NEWS Mai-Kai Rum No. 1: Everything … Continue reading "Mai-Kai Cocktail Guide"
Mai-Kai Restoration & Reopening: Full story and photo archive
Mai-Kai Restoration & Reopening: Full story and photo archive
News, photos and information on the multimillion-dollar renovation, restoration and reopening of The Mai-Kai in Fort Lauderdale.
Cocktail Recipes, A through Z
Cocktail Recipes, A through Z
Updated March 2026 The Atomic Grog is loaded with cocktail recipes, from old-school classics to modern standards to our own concoctions. They’re not always easy to find, so we’ve compiled this comprehensive list of every recipe on the site. It incorporates all the recipes from the Mai-Kai cocktail guide, plus those we’ve posted in stories, … Continue reading "Cocktail Recipes A-Z"
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