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

Pumpkin Spiced Roasted Chickpeas from The Purple Carrot

Sour Cream and Chive Crackers from SP Cookie Queen

Grown-Up Grub

Raw Tuscan Kale Salad from 101 Cookbooks

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

Butternut Squash, Arugula and Goat Cheese Pizza from Tasty Yummies

Mother-Tested, Kid-Approved

Crunchy Baked Chicken Fingers from Sweet Peas Kitchen

Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese from Open Mouth Insert Cookie

No Tricks, All Treats

Pumpkin Mousse from Spoon Fork Bacon

Witch's Fingers Cookies from Magda's Cauldron 

Chocolate Whoopie Pies with Mascarpone Frosting from The Food Pusher

Happy Halloween!