welcome

In Hawaii a Calabash is a large serving bow. It is usually made from a hardwood, rather than from the Calabash Gourd as in Maroon cultures. It is used on a buffet table or in the middle of the dining table.

The use of the Calabash in Hawaii has lead to terms like “Calabash Family” or “Calabash Cousins”. It indicates that an extended family as grown up and around shared meals and close friendships. Food is very important in modern Hawaiian culture. “ Komo E Kaukau” meaning ‘ come and eat’ is the most expected greeting in a Hawaiian home.

In this same tradition of hospitality, we at Calabash Inn welcome our valued guests who in time we are sure will become close friends and part of our extended family…” Komo E Kaukau” !

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