EXCLUSIVE: See The Atomic Grog's full Tiki-a-Go-Go symposium and order the new encyclopedia of Florida Tiki. For all the details, go to AtomicGrog.com or wp.me/p1xHjT-9Wc #tikiagogo #floridatiki #tikihistory #tikievent #tikiweekender
I'm enjoying the new book from Seattle bartender Justin Wojslaw. He's most associated with big, bold and flamboyantly presented drinks. But he also has a deft hand in creating elegant small sippers. Pick up the book at WonkPress.com ... #cocktails #craftcocktails #tikicocktails #tikidrinks #tiki
Master and Apprentice: Mai-Kai manager Kern Mattei and server Hannah Almanzar pour the iconic Kona Coffee Grog. It's cool to see the Molokai girls involved in the presentation, unchanged since 1956. youtu.be/1uGU9s4x_Vg?... #maikai #maikairestaurant #maikaicocktail #konacoffeegrog
I'm enjoying the new secret Don the Beachcomber syrups (#2 and #4) thanks to "Searching for Don the Beachcomber" author @swankpad.bsky.social. First: The 1939 Donga Punch and 1941 Nui Nui. Get the book at donn-beach.com #tikicocktails #tikidrinks #donthebeachcomber #donnbeach
NEW: The Hukilau honors a legend, welcomes new faces to 24th annual Tiki weekender in South Florida. Check out the event preview including new bands, guest bar teams and Tiki Treasures Bazaar vendors. Go to AtomicGrog.com or wp.me/p1xHjT-9Vj #thehukilau #thehukilau2026 #tikievent #tiki #floridatiki
Another cool Cruise In at the Mai-Kai with the 5 Points Motor Club on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. Keep an eye out for next month’s date. #maikai #maikairestaurant #classiccarsculture #classiccars #rockabilly
Mahalo to Christie “Tiki Kiliki” White for bringing back her vintage Tiki glassware designs. I picked up a pair featuring classic California locations at Tiki-a-Go-Go. I broke them in with The Other Side from Brian Maxwell (shakerofspirits.com). Okole maluna! #tiki #tikidrink #tikicocktail
Social media recap: Photos and video from Tiki-a-Go-Go in Orlando. Take a look back at the bands, bars, vendors and more during the action-packed weekend, compiled in a blog post on The Atomic Grog ... bit.ly/4cjWWJr #tikiagogo #floridatiki #tiki #tikievent #tikiweekender
A week ago, the Mai-Kai was abuzz with Tiki a Go-Go diehards along with a pop-up featuring Spiribam rep Jen Akin. We joined author Sven Kirsten for cocktails and photos with The Cannibal mug he designed, admiring the new carvings by artist Tom Fowner. #maikai #tiki #tikicarvings
The Tiki-a-Go-Go revelry migrated south to the Mai-Kai last Monday for a festive after party featuring guest bartenders from Permanent Vacation, Dirty Dick and the Golden Tiki taking over the Bora Bora Bar. Kudos to Kern Mattei and the staff for hosting the special events. #maikai #tikiagogo
We caught up with the Tiki-a-Go-Go and Magical Tiki Meet Up crew last Sunday afternoon at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort to wrap up our festive Orlando weekend. The organizers took a bow, and a good time was had by all. #tikiagogo #tikievent #tikiweekender #magicaltikimeetup #polynesianvillage
My seminar on the past, present and future of Tiki in the Sunshine State was a fantastic way to wrap up Tiki-a-Go-Go in Orlando last Sunday. Mahalo to the 100+ guests who packed the conference room. Symposium slideshow coming to The Atomic Grog blog. #tikiagogo #floridatiki #tikihistory #tikievent
Los Straitjackets headlined the Saturday night concert last week at Tiki-a-Go-Go in Orlando, performing a song from the new "Somos Los Straitjackets" album ... youtu.be/5D_vNUzYF1o #tikiagogo #tikievent #tikiweekender #tikimusic #surfrock
One week ago, Skinny Jimmy Stingray and his band were rocking Tiki-a-Go-Go's Friday night concert with original surf instrumentals and classics like Dick Dale's "Miserlou" ... #tikiagogo #tikievent #tikiweekender #tikimusic #surfrock
We enjoyed Florida's very best Tiki cocktail bars and bartenders last weekend during the evening concerts at Tiki-a-Go-Go. It was a great way to bar hop around the state without leaving Orlando. #tikiagogo #tikievent #tikiweekender #tikibars #tikicocktails
Thanks to artist Tom Fowner, the Mai-Kai’s historic carving by Barney West is completely restored and sporting a paint job that pays tribute to its original wood finish. It was dedicated Monday, and we caught up with Tom on Tuesday to enjoy the finished work. #maikai #tiki #tikicarving
Tiki-a-Go-Go highlights: The Retro Tiki Marketplace was a shopaholic's delight with dozens of artists and crafts people selling their wares Here are just some of the dozens of vendor booths chock full of goodies. #tikiagogo #tikievent #tikiweekender #tikimarketplace #tikiart
Tiki-a-Go-Go highlights: Author @swankpad.bsky.social made a splash with the new biography of Tiki bar pioneer Donn Beach, two exclusive cocktail syrups, and two entertaining symposiums. Get the book at Donn-Beach.com and check out our preview at AtomicGrog.com. #tikiagogo #donthebeachcomber
I’m humbled and honored by the great turnout today at Tiki-a-Go-Go for my seminar on the past, present and future of Florida Tiki. The entire presentation will be posted on the AtomicGrog.com blog for all who missed it. Okole maluna!
#tikiagogo #floridatiki #tikihistory #tikievent #tikiweekender
Live tonight at Tiki-a-Go-Go with Los Straitjackets and special guest Big Sandy. #tikiagogo #tikievent #tikiweekender #tikimusic #floridatiki
Tomorrow at Tiki-a-Go-Go: Get this free 24-page Encyclopedia of Florida Tiki when you come to our seminar, "Florida Tiki: The Good, the Bad and the Future of Polynesian Pop in the Sunshine State." #tikiagogo #floridatiki #tikihistory #tikievent #tikiweekender
Skinny Jimmy Stingray kicks off the Tiki-Go-Go opening night party after a jam-packed day of seminars, pop-up bars and lots more. #tikiagogo #tikievent #tikiweekender #tikimusic #tikicocktails
NEW: Tiki-a-Go-Go 2026 seminar to explore the past, present and future of Florida Tiki. Our new presentation will trace the history of 150 Tiki locations, from the 1930s to today. Preview at AtomicGrog.com or wp.me/p1xHjT-9Ug #tikiagogo #floridatiki #tikihistory #tikievent #tikiweekender
"Searching for Don the Beachcomber” by Tim "Swanky" Glazner debuts this week at Tiki-a-Go-Go. Guests can buy the book (featuring 47 cocktail recipes), mugs (by Eeekum Bookum), and two new cocktail syrups. Event preview: wp.me/p1xHjT-9Tp #tikiagogo #tikievent #tikiweekender #donthebeachcomber
Tiki-a-Go-Go 2026: Five things we're looking forward to at next week's action-packed Orlando event. Get details on seminars, bands, bars, vendors, plus more at AtomicGrog.com or wp.me/p1xHjT-9Tp #tikiagogo #tikievent #tikiweekender #tikimusic #tikicocktails
Our Florida Tiki seminar will include updates on themed apartment and condo complexes, such as Polynesian Gardens in Plantation. If you're attending Tiki-a-Go-Go, don't miss "Florida Tiki: The Good, the Bad and the Future of Polynesian Pop in the Sunshine State." #tikiagogo #floridatiki #tikievent
I'm enjoying some of the latest single cask releases from Florida's own Down Island Spirits. Thanks to Mike Streeter for bringing these distinctive rums to market. Okole maluna! #rum #downislandspirits #downislandrum #jamaicanrum #floridarum
We're enjoying a revival of Tiki in Florida, but what does the future hold? I'll answer that question March 29 at Tiki-a-Go-Go in the seminar "Florida Tiki: The Good, the Bad and the Future of Polynesian Pop in the Sunshine State." Event info at tikiagogoevent.com #tikiagogo #floridatiki #tikievent
NEW: Everything you need to know about Mai-Kai Rum No. 1, our FAQ about the new 100-proof blend from Barbados and Jamaica, bottled exclusively for the historic restaurant. Go to AtomicGrog.com or wp.me/p1xHjT-9St #maikai #maikairum #cocktails #tikicocktails #rumcocktails
Creative cocktails featuring Worthy Park rum were the highlight of Sunday's festivities at the Mai-Kai, which started with a cruise-in featuring classic cars. Bartenders from the Mai-Kai, Luau Lads and Otto's High Dive all contributed to the 10-drink menu. #maikai #tikidrinks #tikicocktails #tiki
