It's the same in Hawaiʻi as it is all over the world. Some of our best memories are created around a great meal. In addition to coordinating your ceremony we'd love to add to your special occasion by providing you with the opportunity to experience your own personal reception pā'ina (feast). Simply choose from the menu below and the type of entertainment you want, and let us do the rest.
Pāʻina Menu
At a pāʻina you will find many different foods that reflect the melting pot of cultures from all over the world, that now reside in Hawaiʻi. The following list contains the most common dishes. The ones with the star (*) are authentic Hawaiian dishes and the rest are introduced.
MAIN DISHES
1) *Kalua pig – cooked in an underground oven called an imu
2) *Lau Lau – chicken thighs with luʻau leaf (from the kalo plant, tastes and looks like spinach) wrapped in ti leaf and steamed
3) *Grilled fish – whatever is in season (market price will apply)
4) Shoyu Chicken – chicken marinated in shoyu, sugar and garlic sauce, and baked
SIDES
• Lomilomi salmon – Cubed salt salmon mixed with round onions, tomatoes and green onions
• Potato/Macaroni salad – island style
• Green salad w/papaya seed and ranch dressing. Salad is made with organic greens, tomatoes, peas, mushrooms, and red, yellow or orange peppers. Everything is in separate bowls so your guests can choose their own salad mix.
• Fruit salad – a mix of banana, pineapple, strawberries, grapes and whatever is in season
• Jasmine Rice
• *Poi – cooked kalo
Can be added for an additional price:
PUPU (Appetizers)
Market price for fish will apply.
• Sashimi – raw fish thinly sliced, served on a bed of cabbage, flavored with a shoyu/wasabi sauce
• Poke – Cubed raw fish mixed with limu (seaweed), onions and green onions as the base. Can be prepared many different ways - sesame, shoyu, or spicy
**If you’d like a wedding cake to complete the menu let me know what you’d like and I’ll get you a quote.
Catering Prices:
1 main dish plus sides $35 - $45 per person
2 main dishes plus sides $45 - $55 per person
3 main dishes plus sides $55 - $65 per person
The listed prices are for estimation purposes only. The final cost of the event is based on the actual menu item selections and the head count. All fish dishes will be charged at market prices as the availability is seasonal and prices fluctuate.
The cost per person includes: Delivery, Setup, Cleanup, and Servers (2 up to 50 guests,
3 – 50 - 70 guests and 4 – 70 and above), and service with Aloha. Set up is buffet style and includes 2 - 6 ft. tables for dinner service and 1 - 4 ft. dessert table.
Tableware is rented separately see our Dinnerware Rental page for prices.
Table cloths are rented from an outside source and are charged separately.
Bartender service is available starting at $300.00 - final amount depends on number of guests and length of reception, you supply the liquor. Kegs are also available – price depends on selection.
Entertainment: We can arrange entertainment during your reception from a DJ or solo musician to a 4 piece band, hula dancers or fire knife dancers. You dream it and we'll work hard to make it happen.
Final guest count: Menu selection and guest count must be finalized no later than fourteen (14) days prior to the event date.
Deposit and Cancellation Policy: A $200.00 deposit, payable by credit card (Visa or MC) or check is required to confirm the event date. If an event is cancelled up to fourteen (14) days prior to the event the deposit will be refunded less a cancellation fee of $50.00. No refunds will be issued for events cancelled within fourteen (14) days. The balance must be paid in full by credit card (Visa or MC) or check fourteen (14) days prior to the event date.
Liability: Makamae Weddings, Inc. shall not be held responsible for inclement weather or a natural disaster that causes the cancellation of an event. Makamae Weddings, Inc. shall not be held responsible for any damages or loss of value to any property, merchandise or belongings to the host or their guests located in the venue prior to, during or subsequent to any function. The host is responsible for any damages incurred to the venue.
Pāʻina Menu
At a pāʻina you will find many different foods that reflect the melting pot of cultures from all over the world, that now reside in Hawaiʻi. The following list contains the most common dishes. The ones with the star (*) are authentic Hawaiian dishes and the rest are introduced.
MAIN DISHES
1) *Kalua pig – cooked in an underground oven called an imu
2) *Lau Lau – chicken thighs with luʻau leaf (from the kalo plant, tastes and looks like spinach) wrapped in ti leaf and steamed
3) *Grilled fish – whatever is in season (market price will apply)
4) Shoyu Chicken – chicken marinated in shoyu, sugar and garlic sauce, and baked
SIDES
• Lomilomi salmon – Cubed salt salmon mixed with round onions, tomatoes and green onions
• Potato/Macaroni salad – island style
• Green salad w/papaya seed and ranch dressing. Salad is made with organic greens, tomatoes, peas, mushrooms, and red, yellow or orange peppers. Everything is in separate bowls so your guests can choose their own salad mix.
• Fruit salad – a mix of banana, pineapple, strawberries, grapes and whatever is in season
• Jasmine Rice
• *Poi – cooked kalo
Can be added for an additional price:
PUPU (Appetizers)
Market price for fish will apply.
• Sashimi – raw fish thinly sliced, served on a bed of cabbage, flavored with a shoyu/wasabi sauce
• Poke – Cubed raw fish mixed with limu (seaweed), onions and green onions as the base. Can be prepared many different ways - sesame, shoyu, or spicy
**If you’d like a wedding cake to complete the menu let me know what you’d like and I’ll get you a quote.
Catering Prices:
1 main dish plus sides $35 - $45 per person
2 main dishes plus sides $45 - $55 per person
3 main dishes plus sides $55 - $65 per person
The listed prices are for estimation purposes only. The final cost of the event is based on the actual menu item selections and the head count. All fish dishes will be charged at market prices as the availability is seasonal and prices fluctuate.
The cost per person includes: Delivery, Setup, Cleanup, and Servers (2 up to 50 guests,
3 – 50 - 70 guests and 4 – 70 and above), and service with Aloha. Set up is buffet style and includes 2 - 6 ft. tables for dinner service and 1 - 4 ft. dessert table.
Tableware is rented separately see our Dinnerware Rental page for prices.
Table cloths are rented from an outside source and are charged separately.
Bartender service is available starting at $300.00 - final amount depends on number of guests and length of reception, you supply the liquor. Kegs are also available – price depends on selection.
Entertainment: We can arrange entertainment during your reception from a DJ or solo musician to a 4 piece band, hula dancers or fire knife dancers. You dream it and we'll work hard to make it happen.
Final guest count: Menu selection and guest count must be finalized no later than fourteen (14) days prior to the event date.
Deposit and Cancellation Policy: A $200.00 deposit, payable by credit card (Visa or MC) or check is required to confirm the event date. If an event is cancelled up to fourteen (14) days prior to the event the deposit will be refunded less a cancellation fee of $50.00. No refunds will be issued for events cancelled within fourteen (14) days. The balance must be paid in full by credit card (Visa or MC) or check fourteen (14) days prior to the event date.
Liability: Makamae Weddings, Inc. shall not be held responsible for inclement weather or a natural disaster that causes the cancellation of an event. Makamae Weddings, Inc. shall not be held responsible for any damages or loss of value to any property, merchandise or belongings to the host or their guests located in the venue prior to, during or subsequent to any function. The host is responsible for any damages incurred to the venue.