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Photos & video: Mai-Kai joins Miami Rum Congress festivities UPDATED

The Mai-Kai was once again at ground zero of the rum world as brands, VIPs and enthusiasts flocked to South Florida. The restaurant hosted a special event and participated in several events in Miami Beach.
January 2025 update: Tiki gardens and new dining options open as Mai-Kai menus get a refresh
UPDATES: Latest news and exclusive coverage of the Mai-Kai reopening

Don the Beachcomber brand closes maiden venue, but navigates rough seas with dynamic expansion plans

Get the official scoop from creative director Justin Peterson and beverage director and Marie King, revealed during a presentation at Inuhele in Atlanta with author Tim "Swanky" Glazner.
• Full coverage of the past, present, and future of the iconic brand
Takeaways from this story
• Don the Beachcomber won't reopen in Madeira Beach
• Rollout of Gantt Reserve Collection bars accelerating
• Flagship restaurant still on track for Orlando area
• Author plans more Donn Beach books after biography
• New custom mugs available in online store
Bonus cocktail recipe: Tribute to Marie King's The Seminole Heights

CURRENT, UPCOMING AND PAST EVENTS

The Tiki Times: Exclusive events guide UPDATED

Check the calendar for all of the major happenings around the world, from Tiki weekenders to rum festivals to marketplaces and music fests, plus lots more.
>>> SEE ALL THE UPCOMING 2025 EVENTS | Past event photos, video
• More: Online events, vlogs | Ongoing live events

Inuhele, Atlanta grow together into a Tiki powerhouse

The sixth annual weekender returned Jan 24-26 with expert symposiums, artists and vendor marketplace, live music and entertainment, authentic luau, plus more.
LIVE COVERAGE: Photos, video on social media
• Take 5: Q&A with organizer Jonathan Chaffin

SPECIAL FEATURES

Mai-Kai Restoration & Reopening Guide

Check out all the latest news, photos, video and deep details on the refurbishment and return of South Florida's Polynesian Palace.
>>> FULL COVERAGE FROM THE ATOMIC GROG

Mai-Kai grand reopening 2024: Answers to frequently asked questions

Check out our handy guide featuring all the basics you need to know to plan your next trip to the South Florida landmark.
UPDATES: Official information, tips and advice for guests

COCKTAIL GUIDES

Okole Maluna Society: The Mai-Kai Cocktail Guide

Hurricane Hayward reviews and rates the historic restaurant's current and past tropical drinks, plus reveals a treasure trove of ancestor and exclusive tribute recipes.
>>> A DEEP DIVE INTO THE COCKTAILS OF THE MAI-KAI
>>> List of all 100+ recipes

Atomic Grog Cocktail Recipes, A through Z

A comprehensive list of every recipe we've posted on the site since 2011.
>>> COMPLETE LIST OF 250+ DRINKS

PAST COVERAGE

The Atomic Grog Archive

Check out the top stories and special features from the blog dating back to our 2011 launch.
Past stories by year: 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018
More archives: Take 5 interviews | More memorable stories

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