FAQs

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What is 'Ulu?

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Ulu is the Hawaiian word for breadfruit. It is a symbol of growth, resilience, and nourishment and has become the symbol of our love and relationship. Hawaiian folklore of 'Ulu The god Kū, before he was a god, fell in love with a human woman and worked hard as a planter in her village. When a famine struck, Kū sacrificed himself for his wife and children by disappearing into the ground. Standing over that spot, his wife's tears wet the soil and the next day a tiny green plant sprouted from the earth. The plant quickly grew until it was a full size ‘ulu tree with enough fruit to feed the entire village. Kū came to his wife in a dream to teach her how to prepare the 'ulu to feed the villagers. But when villagers tried to take the fruit for themselves, the tree quickly sucked back into the ground. Kū again instructed his wife to dig up the keiki shoots to give to neighbors and friends. When ‘ulu is treated as a gift given with aloha, there is more than enough for everyone to feast!

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What is Aloha Formal Attire?

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Aloha Formal is somewhere between garden attire and semi-formal. Feel free to bring your fun floral dresses, best Aloha shirt, or jazz it up with a cocktail dress or suit and tie. You do you!

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Are kids welcome?

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We want to celebrate with you and your whole family so feel free to bring the kiddo's. We will have an activity station and games for kids during the reception. While kid's are welcome at the Dave and Buster afterparty, anyone under 21 must be accompanied by an adult.

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Is there transportation to and from the hotels to the ceremony?

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We will be providing a shuttle from the hotel blocks in Waikiki to and from the venue.

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Is parking available at the wedding venue?

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Due to limited parking near the wedding venue, valet parking or a shuttle to a near-by parking lot will be available.

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What Covid precautions will be in place?

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We are keeping a close eye on local Covid restrictions and protocols and will keep you updated on any requirements. Unvaccinated guests are requested to show proof of negative Covid test within 2 days of the event.

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We have more questions!

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Feel free to reach out to us with any other questions! joana.alohamor.chris@gmail.com Or contact our planning team: Gourmet Events Hawaii at 808-746-9118