2009-Feb. 26: No Hoku and Smith's Luau

Today we decided to stick around the east side.

Angie called about 11:30 to see if we wanted to join them for lunch. We, of course, accepted and decided we should go to Scotty's. Lunch was very good and the service was excellent. In the past, the food had been great, but service was always a bit slow. It was a nice surprise to see that improved. But the real treat there was when Angie pulled gifts out of her purse for Ken and me as thank you gifts for taking them to Kauai. They got Ken and calendar and a book of photos showing the history of Kauai. Then they pulled out a Na Hoku bag out for me. I was shocked and excited. I've bragged about that store quite a few times. She even knew the piece I was wanting now---a Bird of Paradise pendant.

That's what they got me! That was a really nice surprise! (This was also why they wanted to drive themselves south the other day. I thought it was just so they could enjoy their convertible rental some more.)


We spent the afternoon lounging around the pool of the Kauai Coast Resort. It was a pleasant change of pace and we still got some time in the water---just not the ocean.


By 4:30 we were on our way to the Smith's luau. We thought we were going to miss it this time. We tried to reserve space for Fri. last Tues and we were told it was sold out. So we were put on a waitlist. They called Thurs and offered us 2 seats. We needed 4 seats so had to refuse. Fortunately they called back Thurs. afternoon and said all 4 seat came available. This was Ken's and my 4th trip to Smith's. I love the setting. It's a beautiful large garden setting and they even give you a trolley ride through the garden if you arrive early enough.

We love walking around the huge garden.

The building where dinner is served is large and open. I think the fresh air and lack of food were getting to Angie and Josh here!

The food!!!! We all thought it was fantastic---from the kalua pork, the teriyaki steak, chicken, salad, tropical salad dressings, veggies, breads, coconut cake and jello, .... . Even the Mai Tais are Ono!

The show after the meal is in a covered amphitheatre.   The short walk there is very picturesque.

Although the dancers may be young and of all sizes and cuteness, we found that to be a big part of the charm of the performance. It was refreshing seeing young folks with such enthusiasm and smiles recreating parts of their heritage.

The show was over around 9:30 and we were on our way to our condos to call it another night.