DIY Projects & Crafts Party Decorations & Ideas Tiki Party Ideas By Martha Stewart Editors Martha Stewart Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter Website An article attributed to "Martha Stewart Editors" indicates when several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The Martha Stewart team aims to teach and inspire readers daily with tested-until-perfected recipes, creative DIY projects, and elevated home and entertaining ideas. They are experts in their fields who research, create, and test the best ways to help readers design the life they want. The joy is in the doing. Editorial Guidelines Published on May 30, 2012 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Turn your backyard into an island paradise with our ideas for tropical decor, tiki cocktails, and Hawaii-inspired party foods. 01 of 14 Tropical Fruit Centerpiece Set in a carved-out log, this edible centerpiece features an arrangement of melons, pineapples, and other tropical fruits. Orchids fitted into floral vials and citrus leaves are then tucked into the crevices. 02 of 14 Mai Tai A tiki bar classic made famous by Trader Vic's, this combination of light and dark rums, orange curacao, orgeat syrup, and lime juice kicks off the party. View Recipe 03 of 14 Pineapple and Mango Rum Cocktails Pureed fresh mangos, pineapple juice, and golden rum make a simple and refreshing tropical cocktail. You can make a big batch of the mango-rum puree ahead of time so you’ll be party-ready when guests arrive. View Recipe 04 of 14 The Hula Coola Party guests of all ages will be inspired to dance the hula when you hand them our version of virgin pina coladas, topped with toasted coconut. View Recipe 05 of 14 Pupu Platter The centerpiece of any Polynesian party, this pupu platter is piled with baby pork ribs, shrimp toast, glazed chicken wings, pot stickers, and tropical fruit. View Recipe 06 of 14 Sweet-and-Sour Chicken Wings Ginger and sesame seeds add exotic notes to these tangy-sweet wings. View Recipe 07 of 14 Pork-and-Chive Pot Stickers Here's the quintessential pot sticker, stuffed with ground pork well seasoned by chives, sherry, soy sauce, sesame oil, and ginger. The uncooked dumplings keep very well in the freezer, so go ahead and make a double batch. View Recipe 08 of 14 Crispy Coconut Shrimp Shredded coconut and breadcrumbs form a crispy, slightly sweet coating on these irresistible fried shrimp. Serve with two dipping sauces: sweet and sour, and yogurt-curry. View Recipe 09 of 14 Grilled Tuna Skewers Cubes of yellowfin tuna absorb the bright flavors of lime juice and cilantro in a quick marinade before hitting the grill. This light appetizer takes just 20 minutes to prepare. View Recipe 10 of 14 Spring Rolls with Carrot-Ginger Dipping Sauce Digital Cart Two Roll up red bell pepper, beets, carrot, daikon, cucumber, and radish sprouts in delicate rice paper wrappers and serve with a tangy ginger-soy dipping sauce. This vegetarian appetizer can be prepared a few hours in advance, or you can let your guests have fun making their own spring rolls. View Recipe 11 of 14 Chicken Satay with Peanut-Chutney Sauce A creamy, tangy sauce of peanut butter, mango chutney, lime juice, garlic, and soy sauce gives these chicken breast skewers irresistible appeal. In place of the chicken, you can also use beef, lamb, salmon, shrimp, or extra-firm tofu. View Recipe 12 of 14 Spicy Grilled Shrimp Lime zest, chili paste, and Asian fish sauce infuse the glaze of grilled shrimp. Serve these skewers as an appetizer or add them to a cold noodle salad. View Recipe 13 of 14 Chocolate-Dipped Macadamia Cookies Con Poulos Macadamia nuts, one of Hawaii’s most famous crops, add rich crunch to icebox cookies. After dipping the baked cookies in melted chocolate, sprinkle them with toasted coconut or chopped dried pineapple for an extra taste of the tropics. View Recipe 14 of 14 Baked Hawaii When baked Alaska travels to the South Seas, it takes on the shape of a volcano. Slice into the mountain of toasted meringue to reveal “volcanic soil” (chocolate cookie crumbs) topped with five layers of tropical sorbet -- try mango, pineapple, coconut, banana, and passion fruit, or the flavors of your choice. View Recipe Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit