How to host an island-inspired tropical party

Fresh orchid leis, Thai young coconuts, and a whole roast pig

Aloha! After a week in California, I’m back in Colorado in full troll/hibernation mode, with no plans to exit the building for five days. Last weekend, we celebrated Mike’s 40th in Palm Springs for three (!) days with ~30 friends. The unanimous highlight of the weekend was the luau night, featuring a signature rum cocktail, a ukulele player, a whole roa…