Post #155646 by new2tiki on Thu, Apr 28, 2005 8:24 PM

Kukoae:

Aloha! And Mahalo for your background and info!!

I too hail from N.E.--Southeast MA, actually..and had the same types of experiences growing up as you did. Places like the Aloha, the Golden Crown, Lake Palace...the list goes on and on. The strange exotic food, south seas music, Tropical Decor...they were always my favorite places to go. And your description of the PuPu platter, with the flames in the center...sheer magic, to a 10 year old!!

There aren't many of those places left, but I try to hit as many as I can when visiting home.

Unfortunately, I haven't landed in such a Tiki-friendly spot as you have....but I make it a point to visit where I can when traveling. We made it to Trader Vic's in BH and Bali Hai in SD during my last trip at the beginning of the month, plus the Enchanted Tiki Room in all it's Rehabbed glory. Went in search of Tiki-Ti, but, alas, they were off on Vacation.

Anyway, glad you jumped back in. I enjoyed your first few posts...hope to see many more in the future.

Aloha.

Scott