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10.21.2011

Blogger Party Potluck: Spooky Supper

I always figured once I reached adulthood, Halloween was the kind of holiday I would just assume leave to the kiddies. But then I got into having people over for dinner, and realized how incredibly fun hosting for Halloween can be. And while I'm still not terribly creative with my costumes (I stuffed balloons down my shirt last year and called myself Dolly Parton), I do like to pull out all the stops with my home decor and food.

I'm not hosting a dinner this year, but if you happen to be, check out these great links to create the perfect fright night. It's a mix of simple autumnal fare and shticky snacks.

Spooky Halloween Supper (for Adults and Kids)

Setting the Spooky Scene...
Check out my Creepy Crib Tour post from last year

And the table settings from last year's Spooky Supper party

Straight from the Cauldron...
Glow-in-the-Dark Tonic Drinks from Gourmet Mom On-the-Go
(just throw in gin for the grown-ups!)


 Big Boo-tiful Buffet

Sour Cream and Chive Crackers from SP Cookie Queen


Grown-Up Grub
(Kale salad is particularly great for entertaining because it should be dressed an hour before serving)



Mother-Tested, Kid-Approved

Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese from Open Mouth Insert Cookie


No Tricks, All Treats



Chocolate Whoopie Pies with Mascarpone Frosting from The Food Pusher

Happy Halloween!
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11 comments:

  1. Marie PechOctober 21, 2011 at 4:54 AM

    These are great, thanks for sharing! Love your party pics :)

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  2. UnknownOctober 21, 2011 at 6:55 AM

    Wonderful collection of goodies!

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  3. SHUG IN BOOTS {Beth}October 21, 2011 at 7:22 AM

    Oh. My. Word. My mouth is watering, first of all. I've got to quit reading your blog on an empty stomach. Secondly, the decor is AMAZING! Now I wanna throw a party!

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  4. VanessaOctober 21, 2011 at 7:32 AM

    If I had more room in my apartment I'd love to throw a spooky dinner party! Your looks so well done and pro!

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  5. Nada (One Arab Vegan)October 21, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    These are so great! Kind of make me wish I was throwing a dinner party but I might settle for baking some of the witches fingers for my neighbours :)

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  6. Magical DaydreamOctober 22, 2011 at 3:44 AM

    These are all great ideas! Thanks for sharing :)

    x

    Marielle

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  7. JulieOctober 22, 2011 at 7:28 AM

    Halloween is my FAVORITE holiday. We aren't hosting a dinner this year, but are having folks over for drinks. I may have to try the glow-in the dark. Awesome round up! Happy weekend friend! xo

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  8. GinaOctober 22, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    Thanks for including me, how fun is this round-up. I remember your party from last year, it looked like so much fun. I have to go see some of these goodies, they all sound so good. Hope you have a great weekend.
    -Gina-

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  9. Magda October 22, 2011 at 3:32 PM

    Thank you for including my cookies :) Lovely ideas, I would love to go to a party with food like this :)

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  10. UnknownOctober 25, 2011 at 6:30 AM

    I think you just touched the culinary sweet spot of Halloween! I'm throwing a dinner party the day before and just going out on Halloween. More like being drug out by my hair - it is my birthday and all I want to do it sit and relax, but my friends tell me it's not up to me... weird.
    I'd love to sit back and dip a fork into each of these, holy hell. My jeans just shrank a size.
    Love your blog, I'm so glad you found mine. You got a new follower outta me! ~Megan

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  11. tofugirlOctober 25, 2011 at 7:08 PM

    Thanks for including me in your roundup! There are so many great ideas in this post, I hope I have some time to try some of them out this weekend. Happy Halloween :D

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