Tiki is definatelty making a big comeback in Australia. The latest indication is Kong’s Jungle Lounge, a restaurant and bar which recently opened just a few blocks on Bondi Beach.
The restaurant specializes in what head chef Adam Dundas Taylor calls “Poly-asian” food, which takes its inspiration from places like Nobu and Hugos. The cocktail menu [...]
A hotel that has been abandoned for three years has transformed into Tiki Bar for the GLBT community in Sydney, Australia. The former Newtown Hotel has become Friki Tiki and will reportedly operate for six months, closing for a complete overhaul sometime in Australia’s winter. Word is that there are actual, expensive rum drinks available [...]
Australia plays host to ukulele luminaries from across the globe at Cairns Ukulele Festival in late June and July of 2010. The multi-day event features an art exhibition, workshops, and multiple concerts.
Performers include James Hill, Daniel Ho, The Jumping Flea, Seaman Dan and The Old Spice Boys.
For a full event listing, visit the Cairns [...]
Calling all Aussies… while it’s known that there are large numbers of tiki-loving folk in Australia, they are apparently rarely seen together at the same time. To rectify the situation, Kevin from the Tiki Lounge and Bar in Melbourne is holding a Tiki Meetup at the bar on Saturday, May 8, from 7pm on.
If you [...]