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  • 24 Terrifyingly Delicious Halloween Drink and Dessert Recipes

    Still, looking for some Halloween drink and dessert recipes for your upcoming dinner party? Well, I have you covered with 24 of the most terrifyingly delicious recipes that will take you no time to recreate.

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    Perfect Halloween Sangria

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    Photo and Recipe Credit: The Forked Spoon

    Halloween Dessert Dirt

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    Photo and Recipe Credit: Always Use Butter

    Best Candy Corn Vodka Cocktail Recipe

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    Homemade Little Debbie Pumpkin Delights Recipe


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    Pumpkin Spice Margaritas

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     Spooky Ghost Halloween Pretzel Rods

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    Photo and Recipe Credit: Wow It’s Veggie

    Poisoned Orchard Cocktail


    Photo and Recipe Credit: Burrata and Bubbles

    Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats


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    Creepy Crawler Halloween Punch

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    Simple Graveyard Bumpy Cake


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    Zombie Brains Halloween Cocktail


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    Halloween Swirl Brownies


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    Cave Of Wonders Cocktail

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    Boo Meringues for Halloween

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    Camp Crystal Lake Punch


    Photo and Recipe Credit: Cheese Curd In Paradise

    Halloween Candy Trifle


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    Ghostbusters Ectoplasm Vodka Cocktails


    Photo and Recipe Credit: DIY Candy

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    Photo and Recipe Credit: Wow It’s Veggie

    The Crypt Keeper Cocktail


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    No-Bake Spooky Spider Cookies


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    Candy Corn Martini

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    Photo and Recipe Credit: The Short Order Cook

    Halloween Witch Hat Cupcakes


    Photo and Recipe Credit: Crayons and Cravings

    Pennywise Ice Cream Float


    Photo and Recipe Credit: Cheese Curd In Paradise

    Candy Corn Inspired Carrot and Orange Juice Gin Cocktail

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    Photo and Recipe Credit: The Forked Spoon

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    What Halloween drink and dessert recipes are you planning on creating?
  • 5 Tips For Hosting An Outdoor Halloween Dinner Party

    Festivities are not just another traditional celebration. It brings happiness out of small things with the ones you love. It is a celebration of togetherness and love with the near and dear ones. Given this year of pandemic followed by unexpected chaos and tension, a celebration is the best way to declutter those tired and aching minds. So make an intelligent choice and throw a sophisticated Halloween dinner party. The following tips are given here to help you set up a remarkable and sophisticated yet simple Halloween party.

    Send Handmade Invitations

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    You can’t have a party without invitation cards. Yes, everyone loves an e-vite they’re fun to design and easy to send, but handmade cards are even better. Make some spooky-themed Halloween invitation cards. Bring out your inner artistic abilities and make some nice cards for the invitation this year. This will reflect the warmth with which you are expecting your invited guest’s presence at your party.

    Here’s a great quick DIY video on how you can make your own cute and chic Halloween cards. *This is a basic tutorial on how to make cards you will have to finish the card yourself with the details that you can either print or handwrite.

    Focus On Creative Yet Delicious Food

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    The most important part of any party is the good food. Make sure that there are some amazing delicacies stirred up for your esteemed guests. Make divisions like starters, main courses, and desserts. Now if you’re going to make this meal yourself make sure to shop early enough for everything that you need and if you’re going to cater be sure to call the order in as soon as you can to make sure it arrives on time. Don’t forget the Halloween themed garnish or a horror-art themed cake.

    Look out for funky decor

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    One of the most important things about Halloween parties is the decor. Let jack-o-lanterns serve as mood light the entire party area. This will make your decor stand out and create a spooky atmosphere. Make your own Halloween decor or you can hire an artist to create custom decor pieces. I’ve included some DIY videos to give you some inspiration. While I love a good one of a kind piece creating your own will give a personal touch to the entire look and feel of your party.

    Keep the party area well sanitized

    One of the most important parts of the Halloween party is cleanliness and sanitization, especially with COVID. Get the entire party area and all the props cleaned and sanitized. Be sure to keep hand sanitizers and clean tissues and wets in good numbers for the guests. And make sure there is enough space between guests to keep with social distancing rules. This will everyone is kept safe while having a spooky night out.

    Go for a theme party

    One of the easiest ways to organize a Halloween party is sticking to a theme. Pick and choose and theme and make all the arrangements according to it. This will lessen the mess and add to the beauty of it. Choose themes like murder mystery, horror movie night, and vampire dinner party, or one of these ideas. Go for similar decor, food design, and lighting as per the theme. Do not forget to name your party. Bring out that creative spirit and give an out of the box name. This will make the evening one of a kind and unforgettable.

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    Let this Halloween dinner party be a perfect opportunity to have a little festive fun with family and friends.
  • 32 Gifts That Are Perfect For Moms Who Love Wine

    *This post contains Amazon affiliate links that earn this website a small commission from sales made.

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    When it comes time to get moms who love wine a gift get her something she’ll love almost as much as she loves wine.

    If You Can Read This Bring Me Some Wine Socks

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    When mom has her feet up you know it’s officially wine o’clock.

    Price $11.89

    Cork & Cap Holder

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    Don’t trash those corks store them in this decorative box.

    Price $17.99

    Wine Life: A Snarky Adult Colouring Book

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    Cause coloring is therapeutic as fuck.

    Price $8.99

    Wine Condoms

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    It’s a cork. Use it for the leftover wine. (Who has leftover wine?)

    Price $13.97

    9oz Don’t Even Ask Wine Glass

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    A mood glass.

    Price $12.99

    Rose Fragrance Scented Candle

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    Can’t drink it, smell it.

    Price $29.95

    Whine: 50 Perfect Wines to Pair with Your Child’s Rotten Behavior

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    Price $9.93

    Find a wine that pairs well with the kid’s latest temper tantrum.

    PortoVino Beach Tote

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    BYOB for a beach day with the girls.

    Price $39.95

    16-oz Mikasa White Wine Glasses

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    A set of four glasses for those times drinking from the bottle isn’t appropriate.

    Price $39.99

    May Contain Wine Funny T-Shirt

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    Letting people know what she’s made of.

    Price $17.99

    8oz Summit Outdoor Wine Glasses

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    Small insulated cups that will keep the wine chilled while relaxing outside.

    Price $34.99

    Frame

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    Instagram will fade away but photographs will last forever.

    Price $23.14

    Wine Folly: The Essential Guide to Wine

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    Learn all there is to know about wine with this easy to follow infographic book.

    Price $20.00

    Wine Aerator Pourer

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    This spill-proof pourer let’s just the right amount of oxygen for true wine flavor.

    Price $7.99

    This is Probably Wine Travel Mug

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    Wine in disguise.

    Price $19.99

    4 Wine Stoppers

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    Again, I ask, who has leftover wine?

    Price $14.99

    Wine Air Pressure Pump Bottle Opener and Foil Cutter Set

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    The party doesn’t start till the foil is cut and the cork is popped.

    Price $11.99

    Throw Pillow

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    Wine home decor.

    Price $38.50

    6-Bottle Single-Zone Wine Cooler

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    Every wine lover who doesn’t have a chiller wants a chiller.

    Price $89.99

    Prosecco Made Me Do It: 60 Seriously Sparkling Cocktails

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    Get sixty delicious drink recipes plus a brief history of prosecco, and purchasing and serving tips.

    Price $16.99

    Wine Purse With Hidden Spout

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    It’s wine on the go.

    Price $49.99

    Wine Bottle Lights

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    Have a little DIY fun with empty bottles and these LED bottle lights.

    Price $17.99

    Elegant Marble Wine Bottle Cooler

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    Kitchen too small for a big chiller this marble bottle chiller will do the trick.

    Price $21.99

    Cabernet Sauvignon Wine Barrel Aged Coffee

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    It’s wine flavored coffee.

    Price $25.95

    Vervan Natural Handmade Red Wine Soap

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    She can shower herself in wine.

    Price $7.50

    Moleskine Passion Journal: Wine Journal

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    Record, organize and list favorite wines.

    Price $28.02

    Metallic Wine Glass Pens

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    Having a party? Label guests’ glasses with these markers. Don’t worry it washes off.

    Price $9.99

    Short Sleeve V-Neck Pajama Shirt

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    When the weekend home plans are wine and chill.

    Price $12.99

    Le Chateau Wine Decanter

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    Let the wine breathe before drinking. Unlock those hidden delicious flavors.

    Price $42.95

    BigMouth Inc Ultimate Wine Bottle Glass

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    When she wants to be classy drinking from the bottle.

    Price $17.99

    VinoPlease Wine Coasters

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    Keep the furniture ring free with this set of coasters.

    Price $14.99

    Wine Suction Cup

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    The days of leaning over the tub for her glass are over.

    Price $13.95

    For even more gifts check out last year’s guide which had some dope shit in it from fashion to beauty, and everything in between.

    What do you think of the moms who love wine gift list? See anything you or a friend would like? Share in the comments below other gifts for wine lovers.
  • It’s Prosecco Day! Celebrate with These Products, Services and Recipes

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    It’s National Prosecco Day! A day that we celebrate the nectar of the gods. So what exactly is prosecco? It’s sparkling wine. If you’re thinking it’s another name for champagne you’d be wrong. Why? Cause for one they’re two different things made in two different places. Champagne is produced in France and prosecco produced in Italy. They’re also made in completely different styles which is one of the reasons why you’ll find champagne usually costs more than prosecco. Wine Folly has an excellent breakdown of their differences that’s worth checking out. The more you know.

    So, how does one celebrate National Prosecco Day? Well, one by drinking it and the other ways are:

    Prosecco Pong

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    If you know how to play beer pong then you know how to play prosecco pong. That game comes with 12 wide neck plastic recyclable champagne saucers and 3 ping pong balls. All you need to add is your favorite prosecco. Also, check out Tropical Prosecco Pong and Prosecco v. Beer.

    BUY: Game

    Prosecco Made Me Do It by Amy Zavatto

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    This coffee table cocktail book contains sixty delicious drink recipes paired with bright, fun, original artwork by Ruby Taylor. Also included: a brief history of prosecco, purchasing and serving tips, and a guide to cordials, syrups, and liqueurs.

    BUY: Book

    Be There In A Prosecco tee

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    No description needed. I got mine already. The material is soft and a little stretchy. They are true to size. I got XL cause I like my tee’s baggy. Get yourself one, and one for a friend.

    BUY: Tee

    If you can read this…socks

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    Send silent messages across the room with these “If You Can Read This Bring Me Prosecco” socks.

    BUY: Socks

    Antica Farmacista home scents

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    I love a good house scent and this selection of prosecco home fragrances is right up my alley. It has top notes of satsuma citrus balance with subtle floral notes of muguet. Apricot and passionfruit complement the sweetness of sugared black currant.

    BUY: Diffuser BUY: Room Spray

    Prosecco pamper set

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    This made to order bath set comes with a face mask, prosecco bath bomb, mini bath bombs, Himalayan salt, charm bracelet, bath oil, cruelty-free soap, and face towel.

    BUY: Pamper Set

    Marie Hunter candle

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    This black candle has a 90 hour burn time and features top notes of Satsuma citrus balance with hints of muguet. Apricot and passionfruit complement the sweetness of sugared black currant.

    BUY: Candle

    The Bubble Tap Trailer

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    If you’re on the west coast and you’re having a party you can reach out to The Bubble Tap Trailer. Their self-containing vintage trailer will roll up to your event filled with bubbly ready to serve to all your guests.

    Visit a local wine shop & discover something  new

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    After passing Tipsy in the heart of Clinton Hill, Brooklyn for the thousandth time, today seemed like the perfect day to finally stop in. I went in to get a look-see and to try a new bottle of wine. I got a bottle of TreCase Prosecco. I’m going to save it for the weekend while the kids are away. I suggest you visit a new wine shop and try a new bottle of wine. You never know what you might find.

    Minibar Delivery

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    Did the liquor store close? Or did it run out of your favorite? Don’t fret cause Minibar Delivery has your back. Order wine through your phone and have it delivered to your door. The app is on droid and apple. Just drop your address and see if they deliver to your area. If they do, order one of their top-rated proseccos (La Marca Riondo, Ruffino, Mionetto, and Bioldo) and whip up one of their yummy recipes:

    Frozen Peach Bellini

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    A summer version of an Italian classic, this frozen cocktail is everything you need to keep cool. The classic Bellini features prosecco with a splash of peach puree. We’ve added a splash of mango nectar for a blended frozen favorite.

    3 cups frozen peach slices
    1 cup mango nectar
    Your favorite prosecco

    Blend peach slices and mango nectar until smooth
    Fill champagne flute until half full
    Top with prosecco
    Garnish with peach slices

    Aperol Spritz

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    Transport yourself to Italy with this delicious summer drink that’s on the top of everyone’s cocktail list these days. The delicious combination of bitter Aperol with sweet Prosecco make this a refreshing treat that’s beloved by all. It’s easy to make, and even easier to drink.

    4 oz prosecco
    2 oz Aperol
    1 oz soda water
    Orange wedge

    Fill a large wine glass with ice
    Add Aperol, prosecco, and soda water
    Garnish with an orange wedge

    Plum Drum Prosecco Smash

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    This prosecco cocktail is sure to get any party started. Does your prosecco need an upgrade? Try our Plum Drum Prosecco Smash.

    2 plums
    6 thyme sprigs
    1 lemon
    2 oz simple syrup
    1 bottle of Prosecco

    Peel and chop two plums
    Muddle with the thyme simple syrup and lemon juice in a cocktail shaker.
    Add ice and shake.
    Pour strained into a glass and top off with prosecco.
    Garnish with plum slices and thyme sprig.

    Lemon Lavender Bubbly

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    Simple yet classy, this prosecco cocktail is sure to impress all guests (even your fanciest friends).

    2 oz lemonade
    ½ oz simple syrup
    Prosecco
    Lavender

    In a champagne flute stir lemonade and simple syrup
    Top with prosecco
    Garnish with lavender

    The Blueberry Sparkler

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    The drink everyone celebrates with just got an upgrade. Upgrade your party bubbly and serve this at your next soiree

    2 oz light rum
    1/2 oz lime juice
    1/2 oz simple syrup
    Prosecco
    Mint leaves, lime wheel, blueberries

    Muddle blueberries and mint leaves in a cocktail shaker
    Add rum, lime juice, and simple syrup and shake
    Pour into a glass with ice and top with prosecco
    Garnish with lime wheel, mint leaves, and extra blueberries

    Share in the comments below how you plan to celebrate National Prosecco Day.