Tiki feat. Mary Palac

This week's episode of Anthropological is a deep dive into the existence of "tiki" as both a category of cocktails, and a style of bar. Through recent reflection and accountability being held, many bars that self-identify as "tiki" have had to call themselves in on the reality of cultural appropriation, harmful imagery being used, and similar elements that truly muddle the purpose of said bar.

As we shift into an understanding that "tropical" and "tiki" are not synonymous, Anthropological is joined by Mary Palac, an award-winning and renowned bartender out of San Jose, California, offering her insight on Tiki, imperialism, and the history around using Filipino people for an "image" versus acknowledging, respecting, or valuing their labor and bodies.