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Friday, October 13, 2023

Eat Drink & Be Scary

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Halloween is sneaking up on us. If you are planning a party, it is not too early to think of table and room decor, scary good recipes, and potent chic cocktails. Scroll down, if you dare, for some haute and haunted Halloween inspiration,

Enchanted Graveyard Pomegranate Punch
If there ever was an ocassion to serve a "signature cocktail," it is on Halloween. This concotion includes: pomegranate juice, vodka, spiced apple butter, and bitters, all mixed with candied ginger, ginger beer, and bubbly champagne.  Cheers!

Autumn Bruschetta Board
I love to serve bruschetta. Men especially seem to enjoy it. But the idea of serving as a big board is genius. Your guests will have fun creating their own.
A good looking presentation will be a chic conversation starter. 

Black Matte & Copper Wine Glasses
These arranged at your dining table or even just at your bar setup would Fabulous!

Set Up A Chili Bar
I have done this. Guests really enjoy "having it their way." Consider this the chili bar of your dreams.

Black Widow Smash
What a spooky but stylish cocktail! It's made with mezcal, which has a natural smokiness about it.  The color comes from blackberries, the brightness from lemon and orange bitters. The added spook factor is achieved by lighting the sprig of rosemary.


Lit Wire Pumpkins
They are battery operated, so they can be placed anywhere, indoors or out. Great for the dining table or any corner of the house. Now on sale at

Pecan & Goat Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms
 Stuffed mushrooms are a holiday staple at our house. Depending on the size of the mushroom, it be a one bite appetizer. A perfect recipe for a crowd.

Les Ottomans Handpainted Eye Tray
Creepy chic. And the perfect platter to serve the stuffed mushrooms or any appetizer,
Anthropologie


Boozy Pumpkin Pie Shooters
Oh yes, I would love to drink my dessert! Easy to make and they promise to be a hit at your Halloween or Thanksgiving party. You can find a set of 12 tall shot glasses HERE for $12.99
Broma Bakery

Pumpkin Ravioli
Doesn't this look yummy!  it is an unexpected app that your guests will surely love. I keep these bamboo picks on hand. Find them here. Recipe at 

Halloween Party Crackers
If you are doing a sit down dinner, these would be fun at each place setting. Everyone, you and old, love cracking them.

Smoked Glass Tea Light Set
Set the mood with a little ghoulish glow of candlelight. All six for under $20. I would use these all year long.

Disposable Marble Party Plates
Spooky style. Nothing wrong with using disposables when they look this good.  Everything is stylish in this Etsy shop.

Moroccan Meatballs with Pomegranate Glaze
These look just a tad spooky, but sound oh so delcious. Made from lamb, and can be made ahead of time. That's key for a busy host.

The Witches Heart
More stylish than spooky. Your guests will be excited to try this magical potion.