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An Unexpected Luau in Honolulu! (Hawaii's Best Buffet and An Expected Luau Pt 2) 

Tim Lee
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From the last video, I got to visit Hawaii's best buffet at the Orchids restaurant. This was their Sunday Brunch Seafood Buffet; highly sought after and I was lucky enough to get a reservation due to a last-minute cancellation.
While dining there, I got to enjoy the immaculate Seafood stations, the savory meats featuring prime rib and lechon, and probably the best dessert offerings I've seen in Hawaii. But it gets even better because I had the good fortune of meeting Gina and David who were celebrating their anniversary...and they were gracious enough to invite me to a luau they were hosting!
While I generally plan out a vacation, I did not realize that the Luaus, especially to top luaus in Honolulu such as those offered by the Polynesian Cultural Center or at Nutridge are booked a week or weeks in advance. Resigned to the fact that I was going to miss the Luau on this trip, it was quite fortuitous to be able to get to go. As a general rule, I don't take freebies or comps from the places I visit; just grateful to have the opportunity (and permission) to share these experiences.
Again, thank you for joining me exploring the great places of Hawaii! Here are some useful links:
• Polynesian Culture Center
• polynesia.com
• Luau Experience: approximately $185 - $250
• 460 Ena Rd Suite 501, Honolulu, HI 96815, United States
• Nutridge Luau Experience
• www.experiencenutridge.com
• Initimate Luau Experience $159
• 3280 Round Top Dr, Honolulu, HI 96822, United States
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@brozors
@brozors Год назад
I remember the first time I went to a luau and I kept saying beforehand how expensive it is. Then once you experience it, you realize that they literally employ an entire village for the event. It's an amazing experience that definitely is worth the money, especially if you've never experienced it before.
@shqa574
@shqa574 Год назад
I had the same mindset when I first went to a luau back in the 1970s, but it's a buffet and a costume show. Worth the dollars! The only problem was that the luaus were in remote areas. I always stayed in Waikiki, and it s was a bus trip to the luau.
@jc0730
@jc0730 Год назад
To have the experience of being ohana (family) with the people of these sacred Islands is a great gift. Aloha, Tim.
@Lczzy
@Lczzy Год назад
Hi Tim, I went to Paradise Cove Luau when I was there and it was really beautiful in the cove. Another option for you next time 🙂
@TM86880
@TM86880 Год назад
Thanks for sharing Tim, I'm happy to have shared in this Luau experience with you, the hosts were really great for inviting you to a fully booked out event, props to them!
@ViVi_Loo
@ViVi_Loo Год назад
Hey Tim, it’s great to have run into you today at Costco! I really wanted a selfie with you but didn’t want to interrupt you and your mom’s shopping time much longer than I have already. Love all your videos and thank you for shaking my hand. You are just as gentle as you are in your videos! 😊😊😊
@starrlacey2505
@starrlacey2505 Год назад
What a lovely place and event! Thank you for sharing!
@gailsiangco5599
@gailsiangco5599 Год назад
Beautiful Luau Tim ! Mahalo for sharing !
@Busybeeee
@Busybeeee Год назад
What a great experience. Thanks for sharing Tim 😊😊
@AussieAngeS
@AussieAngeS Год назад
Wow what a fantastic video Tim! Thank that luau is wonderful, the atmosphere, the food and the people make it so much fun and very inviting. Awesome experience for you 🙂
@calvinmarshall1610
@calvinmarshall1610 Год назад
Hi tim when I was there the food was okay thanks for sharing. I'm glad you're having a great time. Sunset view is fantastic
@2dogbull
@2dogbull Год назад
Thank you for sharing your experience, travels and food journeys. Craig
@rhodaswann3690
@rhodaswann3690 Год назад
You made me feel as if I were in Hawaii! Nice to see people from all walks of life enjoying life.
@TimLeeLetsGo
@TimLeeLetsGo Год назад
It was kind of nice to get the chance to connect with everyone. It's a smaller group so we all got to know each other 🙂
@shqa574
@shqa574 Год назад
@@TimLeeLetsGo The smaller luaus seem more personal like the crowded luaus which I went to.
@jacquelinecote271
@jacquelinecote271 Год назад
What a wonderful opportunity! Thank you so much for taking us along
@karenglaicar5486
@karenglaicar5486 Год назад
Nice video. Beautiful scenenary. Thanks and take care.
@shogaele6127
@shogaele6127 Год назад
Happy Anniversary, looked like a great party!
@TimLeeLetsGo
@TimLeeLetsGo Год назад
What a great couple🙂
@10lauset
@10lauset Год назад
Celebrating with others. Cheers to you.
@dongilpark7830
@dongilpark7830 Год назад
I enjoyed this time video because there is extra info of sightseeing. Thanks, Tim!
@bw2082
@bw2082 Год назад
Hopping into a strange white van is sketchy but glad it worked out for you lol
@TimLeeLetsGo
@TimLeeLetsGo Год назад
Those were some pretty strange instructions....
@heybeautiful3647
@heybeautiful3647 Год назад
The van was sketchy? Umm how about the whole thing was sketcky. Tim, bro, you got had! 150.00??? What? The buffet look horrid. Looked liked if you had a drink, you paid extra. I wouldn’t be surprised if that couple tell people EVERY DAY it’s their anniversary! Invite folks over for a crap buffet. 150-a head! Lets count the food on offer. Pork was from Costco. Rolls,..well heck you can pick up at ANY store on the planet. Mushy “sticky” rice. Chicken (also) Costco, dry af! And something in banana leaves that doesn’t begin to do the traditional dish…not even close! All the cousins come down to preform a few skits, all for the amazing price of 150. 😏
@bw2082
@bw2082 Год назад
@@heybeautiful3647 i felt like he got kind of ripped off too. I would have spent it on a high end meal elsewhere.
@heybeautiful3647
@heybeautiful3647 Год назад
@@bw2082 trust me, Tim knows it as well. He seems to have an amazing personality. He posts, with a smile. Lets everyone decide for themselves. What threw me, all the people saying what an amazing time it seemed. And how great the food looked. Thats a nope for me dawg! 🤢🤗
@elizabethcozma9594
@elizabethcozma9594 Год назад
Loved the video,thanks Tim!
@chanelderego9987
@chanelderego9987 Год назад
The lū’au is catered by a family on the Eastside (supporting local) very small lū’au to show you the real Hawai’i. The employee truly does everything and connects with the guest and make them feel like family.
@adamtuel7143
@adamtuel7143 Год назад
Your voice is so relaxing like asmr...i love the videos with the chickens lol and all the sites you show it like being there!!
@kurtisgillen7658
@kurtisgillen7658 Год назад
Love ur videos. Always the best.
@TimLeeLetsGo
@TimLeeLetsGo Год назад
Thank you so much 🙂
@pauln3368
@pauln3368 Год назад
Glad you got to do this!
@shawndriajackson7781
@shawndriajackson7781 Год назад
Thank you so much Tim. i love Hawaii.
@suecastillo4056
@suecastillo4056 Год назад
Gracious hosts❣️I remember you being invited by these two people..☮️🕉♥️‼️🌟🙋‍♀️
@michellejosefoodandtravel
@michellejosefoodandtravel Год назад
Aloha Tim! Isn’t it great how opportunities present themselves when you least expect it? You thought you had missed out on a luau but then you get invited to one!! We haven’t heard of this luau but it was nice to experience it virtually with you!! So great you got to try kalua pork!! Thanks for taking us along with you!!
@dwaynewladyka577
@dwaynewladyka577 Год назад
That was another awesome adventure in Hawaii. The food looked great. Cheers, Tim and God Bless! 👍👍✌️🇨🇦
@TimLeeLetsGo
@TimLeeLetsGo Год назад
Thank you Dwayne 🙂
@michellealexander6765
@michellealexander6765 Год назад
Hey Tim that was amazing that food delicious the setting Unforgettable definitely if I ever come back to Hawaii I will check this out
@basil8760
@basil8760 Год назад
All that yummy food looks delicious n ono!🥰 We lived there on Oahu for @least 14 years n Nutridge Luau seems new to me.
@kallihug3022
@kallihug3022 Год назад
Incredible Tim..I want a piece of lechon with an adult beverage to share with you so bad. You are awesome!!! I love your videos
@ladyT_VR46
@ladyT_VR46 Год назад
Tim, Hawaii suits you! (Not just because of the shirt we saw you buy! 😁) But because everyone is as polite and as happy as you! When are you coming to the UK? I will be your free personal tour guide and show you how delicious, diverse and divine. English food off the touristy beaten track truly is. I know great places in England everywhere, including the lake district, Wales and Anglesey, Scotland - Braemar, Applecross, arbroath etc all Superbly inexpensive and gorgeous. 🥰
@edna3236
@edna3236 Год назад
Very nice Tim 👌
@sweeney0558
@sweeney0558 Год назад
THAT WAS FANTASTIC
@TimLeeLetsGo
@TimLeeLetsGo Год назад
It was a great time🙂
@pajzibntabvwj6167
@pajzibntabvwj6167 Год назад
Planning on going to Hawaii in spring!
@stephaniechung9196
@stephaniechung9196 Год назад
Wow! What an awesome invitation! Lucky you!
@TimLeeLetsGo
@TimLeeLetsGo Год назад
Really grateful to get to enjoy a luau 😋
@stephaniechung9196
@stephaniechung9196 Год назад
@@TimLeeLetsGo if and when you’re ever in LA/SGV, I would love to join you in a food adventure!
@tleekauai
@tleekauai Год назад
Glad you’re enjoying your time here in Hawaii Tim! 🤙
@TimLeeLetsGo
@TimLeeLetsGo Год назад
Thank you and definitely had a really good time, lots to see and really friendly people
@boomboomboom4160
@boomboomboom4160 Год назад
Tim you could write a book on how to positively interact with others. Great video as always!
@TheLoeungs
@TheLoeungs Год назад
Nice!!!!! Luau 👍👍
@gloriawinbush1590
@gloriawinbush1590 5 месяцев назад
Very kind hosts❤️!
@lshinn6091
@lshinn6091 Год назад
Tim.......I really enjoy watching your videos.
@TimLeeLetsGo
@TimLeeLetsGo Год назад
Thank you so much 🙂
@shqa574
@shqa574 Год назад
Hi, Tim! I found your channel a few days ago, and am catching up on your videos. The recent Hawaiian videos caught my eye. One day, you might think of compiling some of the videos into a longer documentary (e.g. places of visit or themes, like buffets). Watching the Aloha videos, I start wishing I was there.
@jadehom8067
@jadehom8067 Год назад
Thanks for the info Keith Freitas 🤗...I learned a lot about Hawaiian dishes from you...never had Hawaiian food before, so I was just curious...Tim usually eats or tries all new food at least once and rarely make faces when he dislikes it 😂...he said that it was an acquired taste, just wanted to know what the " taste " was like....God Bless you Keith and thanks again for sharing the info with me 😘🤗💙
@gwendolynormita3936
@gwendolynormita3936 Год назад
Tim am a fan. Only aware of Paradise Cove Luau at Koolina out Ewa Beach direction. However: Nutridge buffet failed to include Hawaiian menu staples as … pipikaula, Lomi salmon, POI, and haupia pudding, or the popular long rice. MUST HAVE TREATS❗️. Keep these in mind if you do come back.
@wutdafeezy
@wutdafeezy Месяц назад
The cove is great but the food was so damn dry and horrible
@ttsiaras
@ttsiaras Год назад
Well done video Tim.
@TimLeeLetsGo
@TimLeeLetsGo Год назад
Thank you so much 🙂
@richardweidman7193
@richardweidman7193 Год назад
Just some knowledge for you brother: The blowing of the conch was usually an announcement in Ancient Hawai'i that an Ali'i (Chief/Royalty) was approaching and for the people to prepare. The Haka (War Dance) you witnessed was of Maori (New Zealand) origin if I'm not mistaken. All Polynesian cultures have their own. The prayer before the meal to God (Ke Akua) is called a 'Pule' by Kanaka Maoli or Native Hawaiians. When you mentioned, "E Pule Kakou', is simply translated to , 'Let us pray'. Da Food😂 - Lau Lau (pork, beef, fish, & pork fat wrapped in leaves kinda like spinach), Huli Huli Chicken (Huli - to turn/flip), Kalua Pig (Pua'a in Hawaiian). Too bad there was no Poi or Kalo (Taro), Chicken Long Rice, or Lomi Lomi Salmon with Chili Pepper water. The luau was small but intimate. I'm glad you folks enjoyed your time.
@jadehom8067
@jadehom8067 Год назад
Aloha, Tim...Cheers and Bon Appetit 🤗...love the videos featuring Hawaii 😉...🤔 was just wondering what the acquired taste protein was and what did it taste like??? Glad you had a great time...enjoy the rest of your stay in Hawaii...safe travels and God Bless 😘🤗💙
@keithfreitas2983
@keithfreitas2983 Год назад
Kalua pork is the protein. Usually a whole pig is rubbed with hawaiian salt and cooked in a pit (Imu) with hot river rocks inside, then covered with banana leaves, burlap and dirt for 8 hours. The dirt is supposed to seal it all up like an oven. It has smoky flavor. Most Hawaiians cook it at home in an oven. Whole pork shoulder rubbed with hawaiian salt and liquid smoke in a covered baking pan with foil for 4 hours. Or in a crockpot for 8 hours or in an instant pot cut in 3 pieces for 2 hours high pressure natural release. The laulau (green bundle) is pork and/ or beef pieces rubbed in Hawaiian salt with a piece of fish. Some people add sweet potato also. Then wrap it in taro leaves and bundled in 2 tee leaves for cooking by steaming or with the pig in the imu. The taro leaves can be substituted with spinach. Taro leaves can be compared to collard greens. It has a distinct taste.
@KerryfromPauoa
@KerryfromPauoa Год назад
The song was the Doxology in Hawaiian before the meal with Prayer.
@normandea
@normandea Год назад
Just ran into your channel! Nice video. Never been a big fan of luaus, but the one you went to is unknown to me. Looks more intimate and enjoyable as well. Odd that there was no poi with dinner?
@kiki4795
@kiki4795 Год назад
Hello From Melbourne Australia Tim 👋🏻 Just wanted to say thank you for the laughs 🤣 Your comments about The Rock, to not hunting for your dinner, to how easy your drinks.go down and that being a bad thing and to the salad being purely decorative had my husband and I laughing so hard and just falling in love with your awesome personality! Our favourite saying is usually the little bit of a vegetable or salad 'for health' 🤣 If you ever make it to Melbourne please message as we would love to meet you and take you for a tour of Melbourne's buffets and sights 🙏🏻
@processserver8470
@processserver8470 Год назад
Ciao Tim 👋 👋 Greetings from Greenwich London ⚓️ ⛵️ Cheers ☕️ 👍 🌹 ✅
@TimLeeLetsGo
@TimLeeLetsGo Год назад
Aloha 🙂
@mikealasunshine8346
@mikealasunshine8346 Год назад
Lau lau is my favorite Hawaiian dish! I can't find it anywhere in NY😫
@DavidSriracha
@DavidSriracha Год назад
Great video Tim 😄I sure miss Hawaii after this video 🌴we went to a luau in Maui back in 2014 and they had a massive show/buffet for us but of course I didn't vlog back then 😬at the end as you were talking to David, you were like nice place you have here so I'm guessing David is the owner of the luau ?
@TimLeeLetsGo
@TimLeeLetsGo Год назад
Great to hear David and looks like there's an excuse to go back for a visit! It will definitely make a great vlog! And yes, this is David's home so he was just waking us out. ...I would like to have a home like that! 😃
@catherinetong4472
@catherinetong4472 Год назад
The shredded pork is kalua pork, very popular Hawaiian dish
@richardyoung871
@richardyoung871 Год назад
Most people don't know what a LUAU is, it's a HAWAIIAN FEAST complete with entertainment I know because my friends family owned 1 years ago out of WAIKIKI it costs the tourists 125 dollars per person with the bus ride included. It was called GERMAINES LUAU.Years ago the manager asked me to do a LUAU at the WESTSIDE TENNIS CLUB in forest hills in QUEENS, South I did and they had a great time, it was for the members
@TimLeeLetsGo
@TimLeeLetsGo Год назад
I didn't really know what to expect but it was an absolutely wonderful experience!
@tp8332
@tp8332 Год назад
😂 cocktails and I think it was strong. I love Hawaii! The food at those events isn’t that great but it’s fun!
@q0rpz368
@q0rpz368 Год назад
loved seeing the culture! I think there may be a typo in the title "An Unexpected Luau in Honolulu! (Hawaii's Best Buffet and An Expected Luau Pt 2)" incase you want to change the "An Expected" to "unexpected" it truly is an unexpected experience, in Canada we have nothing well known to parallel the event! thankyou for sharing!
@minlui2752
@minlui2752 Год назад
Oh Mr. Lee, this is a beautiful fun day for you with activities and the luau dinner was amazing. You are uploading your videos in the wrong order. Weren’t you in Hawaii before your trip to Disneyland with Bill & Lisa? Now you are back in Hawaii, haha!!!!! It is possible that I remembered it wrong too!!!!! I went back to look at your videos. And I didn’t remember it incorrectly. Your first video in Hawaii was uploaded 4 weeks ago. Your trip to Disneyland with Bill & Lisa was uploaded 9 days ago. Anyway, it is okay for you to go back or mix it up, haha!!!!
@alexanderduncan708
@alexanderduncan708 11 дней назад
My wife and I went there 2 years ago because it was a small one and we had an amazing time and enjoyed the Ohana…..
@TimLeeLetsGo
@TimLeeLetsGo 11 дней назад
It was quite an unexpected luau and really enjoyed it. Glad to hear about your fond memories!
@KerryfromPauoa
@KerryfromPauoa Год назад
The purple sweet potato is the Okinawan sweet potato or also known as Ube
@RodSwansmad
@RodSwansmad Год назад
Hi Tim , your red Hawaiian shirt I thought I recognised it ! Check out Adam Richman - Man v Food , Honolulu edition , he is wearing the exact same shirt at the intro of the show. 🤙
@TimLeeLetsGo
@TimLeeLetsGo Год назад
Apparently, that was a shirt from Magnum PI 🙂
@PaddyMan1988
@PaddyMan1988 Год назад
I visited Hawaii in 2017 and miss it. 😢😢😢
@TimLeeLetsGo
@TimLeeLetsGo Год назад
I'm missing it too😉
@catherineim2431
@catherineim2431 Год назад
How much is the Buffett at the Orchid? Is that offered every day?
@patsalas5170
@patsalas5170 Год назад
Awwww....wanted to hear what's in the Samoan. I heard white rum and then music 🎶🎵🤔 lol...looks like it was a fun experience..ty for sharing your travels with us 💛💚
@keithfreitas2983
@keithfreitas2983 Год назад
1 can of pineapple (crushed) 1 can of sweetened condensed milk 1/2 cup of water to thin out if needed 1-2 tsp of vanilla extract 1/2 cup rum optional 1 cup of crushed ice or cubes Mix well 6 servings
@patsalas5170
@patsalas5170 Год назад
@@keithfreitas2983 ty so much....sounds yummy..trader Joe's has coconut cream...I'm gonna try it...using Whalers rum...trader Joe's has that also 😁💚
@chrissys9968
@chrissys9968 Год назад
Sooooo ONO 🤷‍♀️💜⚘🌿
@jc2333
@jc2333 Год назад
Tim magnum Pi lee. You’ve the Tom selleck shirt . The van ride is weird. The food looks ok. The pork looks ok.
@Tipper1941
@Tipper1941 Год назад
Why did you block out the ingredients to the Samoan drink? Now I’ll have to make it up. Lol😂 I visited Hawaii once and wanted to try a luau but because I was with my sister’s family it would have cost too much for all of us to attend. I will enjoy it through you Tim.❤
@TimLeeLetsGo
@TimLeeLetsGo Год назад
They are pretty pricy... I think the one at the Polynesian cultural center can go up to about $250...
@shqa574
@shqa574 Год назад
@@TimLeeLetsGo Price and length of the bus tour package kept my family of five away from the Polynesian Cultural Center luau. If I remember correctly, the bus tour was all day, and they picked you up early in the day.
@jenmaricarbf
@jenmaricarbf Год назад
Does anyone know the name of the last song they play for slow dancing for couples? I want to play that song at my wedding as thats the day my fiance proposed! I couldnt remember the song though
@Jan2times
@Jan2times Год назад
Where’s the macaroni salad? Need more items in that buffet.
@vincentnnyc
@vincentnnyc Год назад
So Tim, did you had to pay $150 for this invitation or was it free?
@keithfreitas2983
@keithfreitas2983 Год назад
I'm guessing he didn't have to pay because you pay when the reservation is made including the ride.
@briandreeling8840
@briandreeling8840 Год назад
Hi Tim
@TimLeeLetsGo
@TimLeeLetsGo Год назад
Hi Brian🙂
@teresalagrave9872
@teresalagrave9872 Год назад
Still on Oahu..have family here? 🍍
@kirksmith1534
@kirksmith1534 Год назад
Loved the islands but hated the tourist Luau. Yep I said it 😂
@wutdafeezy
@wutdafeezy Месяц назад
Brother, I’m Samoan. We don’t have a Haka. That is our Māori brothers and sisters. Do u mean siva tau?
@jaymoney7984
@jaymoney7984 Год назад
That’s a $60 event max
@TimLeeLetsGo
@TimLeeLetsGo Год назад
Most of the luaus are pretty pricey! I think the one at the Polynesian cultural center can run up to $250!
@keithfreitas2983
@keithfreitas2983 Год назад
@@TimLeeLetsGo The $250 if you include the activities plus the show.
@kirksmith1534
@kirksmith1534 Год назад
I’d prefer body surfing
@hpoornimarao
@hpoornimarao Год назад
Hi Tim, have always wanted to know why fill ur plate wth so much food. Wht if u didn’t like some food, can’t finish whts in ur plate. Wht do u do. Saw the amount of pork thT was put on ur plate. Find it very disturbing to waste food like that. 🙏
@Jennysandler
@Jennysandler Год назад
Tim you need to use some new words and phrases. Your dialog is played out buddy.
@youfuckmywife6719
@youfuckmywife6719 Год назад
NO FISH ?
@MrBoomatt
@MrBoomatt Год назад
This luau looks weak AF
@muffin47gal12
@muffin47gal12 Год назад
First.
@TimLeeLetsGo
@TimLeeLetsGo Год назад
Thank you 🙂
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