The next type of luau is produced by a specialty firm. The advantage to this is pick up and delivery is usually part of the package and at least some of these can include a Hukilau section that traditionally involved hauling in nets. Both of these luaus types offer varying degrees of Polynesian or Hawaiian entertainment. In some cases Maori war dances drop into the package. In almost all cases the finale involves knife or fire dances from Samoa.
Church ladies bring their specialties and delight in filling guest plates.
The men buy or hunt up pigs and other main courses. Hulas can be ancient, modern or downright suggestive. Beer may come in galvanized buckets where drinking is part of the package. Do ask about alcohol. Some church functions are, at least in theory, dry.