Movie Night Treats (or should I say Film Night Buffet?)
My husband is a movie nerd film buff. He even has a film club, a group of friends who attend a viewing and then discuss what they’ve seen. I’m so thankful that he has a group of like-minded buddies to analyze what things “mean” since that is not my forte, although I try my best…
“I think the balloon is symbolic of his true feelings…”
Apparently the balloon was just a balloon. See, I told you…not my forte.
We recently hosted one such viewing and I found some fun film-night fare. Since that one Awards Show is coming up, I thought it’d be timely to record my finds. If you’re like me, you’ve already filled out your ballot but you don’t know what you’re serving. Here are a few “award-winning” options posted on KrausnicKitchen.com.
Sweet Things:
Raspberry Cheesecake Wonton Cups
Ghirardelli Award Winning Brownies
Toasted Coconut Chocolate Shortbread Cookies
Mochachino Cookie
Spicy Peanut Brittle
Savory Appetizers:
Shrimp Mango Wonton Cups
Roasted Red Pepper Dip, Served with veggies and crackers
Black Bean Salsa
Try a Soda Bar. You can easily whip up some sweet syrup, buy a few different sodas, and garnishes for a make-your-own drink station. The inspiration is from Martha Stewart. It’s a pomegrante-infused simple syrup that is very quick. I upgraded to the POM Cherry blend and doubled the recipe for the party. As recommended, I served it with club soda, but next time, I’d use just a cola and lemon-lime soda. The club soda can be a bit too tart if the mix isn’t right. Regular or diet soda will ensure a good drink. Overall it was a memorable treat and I’ll definitely use a soda bar again.
Cherry Pomegranate Sodas
Ingredients
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup pomegranate juice
- Club soda, for serving (or other sodas)
- Maraschino cherries, for garnish (optional)
Directions
- In a small saucepan, combine sugar and juice; bring to a boil over high, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Reduce to a simmer; cook, without stirring, until mixture is syrupy, about 2 minutes. (To store, refrigerate syrup up to 1 week; adjust consistency with water, if necessary.)
- (I modified this) To serve: Pour 2 tablespoons syrup in each glass, add a bit of soda and stir to incorporate. Fill with ice and top with remaining soda. Garnish with cherries, if desired.
These are so good! I think I could have drank a gallon myself 🙂