Post #573983 by Bargoyle on Mon, Jan 31, 2011 11:31 AM

Chip is dead on.

And just to re-emphasize his point, first and foremost, have FUN!!!

And premix all that you can! I often use a 3 gallon Bubba Keg so everything is pre-mixed and ready. Just pour, garnish, serve.

Now, don't feel that you're a production line, just pouring, serving, and then NEXT IN LINE!!! lol.

By having everything pre-done, it gives you a little time to chat, meet EVERYONE, see the wonderful threads everyone is sporting, etc. No, you don't have ALOT of time with each person, but its a little face time, and really that's what hosting is all about!

We love that our hosts are so generous and creative, and what they bring to Ohana each year continues to amaze me, and really beings the Aloha Spirit to life. It sets the tone for the entire weekend, as we all hang out together, break bread together, laugh, drink, dance, and Luau together. It truly embodies the word "Ohana".

Glad you're able to join us again!

Does anyone want to address decor? Its certainly not a necessity, but can be a fun additional treat. At the first Ohana I just hosted an impromptu pre-party Thursday night, and had no decor whatsoever in my room....

And the decor in the Ironic Tiki Room at HuKiLau was all the worst stuff we could find at Party City, and I don't think everyone got the joke, so I'm probably not the one to speak to decorating.

Again, don't feel obligated to decorate. That's the cool thing about hosting. You do what you want, mix as much as you want, and when you're done, you're done. NO pressure. Especially if the drink is premixed and ready to go. Cant stress that one enough!