Post #378027 by SouthBamaTiki on Sun, May 4, 2008 5:28 PM

I think different people have different ideas of what is tiki. My personal theory is that it is tiki if it reflects Polynesian culture or the Americanized version of a fantastical Polynesian tiki paradise. I think it should rely heavily on tiki gods, tropical decor and music, and preferably include rum! lol However, I do think that each individual has a different concept of what tiki is to him or her and of what works in his or her own personal bar or tiki hideaway. I think a pottery or stone or concrete tiki may be a bit less legitimate than a hand carved wooden tiki, but I still like them and definitely consider them tiki, while a friend of mine absolutely refuses the notion that tikis can be made of concrete. Being a Buffet fan, I have no problem playing Buffet while having a mai tai or blue Hawaii ducks the stones being thrown I do not, however, understand the inclusion of and interest in fez hats, but that's just me. If you like it, do it!