Pret A Manger Halloween Article

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Treat, or Treat? How to Host the Perfect Halloween Party

Imagine your home full of autumnal decorations, your dining table brimming with delicious food, and your exceptional hosting skills becoming the talk of everyone you know. This might all sound like a far-off fantasy, but trust us, it’s much easier than you’d think. Read on to learn how to turn your dream Halloween party into an unforgettable reality that is fun for young and old alike.

Decorations

To get your home looking just right for your party, swap out spooky Halloween décor for a more tasteful, natural feel instead. You can achieve this with candles, autumn leaves, and fairy lights. Why not get the kids involved and go outdoors on a hunt for the best leaves? If you’ll be using your garden, pop some lanterns outside and dot pumpkins around.

Activities

Once you’ve got the look of your party sorted, it’s time to plan what you’ll be getting up to. Pumpkin carving is a fun, hands-on activity that all ages will enjoy. You could even turn it into a competition; hold a vote for the best designed pumpkin, and whoever wins can get a prize! Afterwards, try out some apple bobbing; a one-way ticket to nostalgia for grown-ups that the kids will also adore. When the activities have run their course, play some catchy Halloween songs. Those who drink can enjoy some warming mulled cider or wine, whilst the kids can get a sugar rush from hot chocolate. Who knows, maybe the adults will end up dancing more than the youngsters!

Food

We all know that the highlight of any party is the food. Seasonal dishes are a great choice. Stuck for inspiration? You should try Pret A Manger’s Autumn Range. If you’re local to a Pret, be sure to pick up one of their soups. Every day, they serve a Chicken, Broccoli and Brown Rice Soup, alongside their signature - and appropriately named - Souper Tomato Soup. From Monday to Friday, Pret also offer a range of different soups depending on the day. Our favourites are the Spicy Chorizo and Butter Bean Soup and the Chicken and Mushroom Orzotto Soup. Whatever soup you pick, your guests will be sure to love it.

No Pret, don’t fret! Our Autumn Range recipes are posted online, so you can make them from your very own kitchen. We recommend their Kale and Red Tapenade Macaroni Cheese; tubretti rigati pasta with kale and cauliflower florets in a mature cheddar cheese bechamel sauce; topped with red tapenade, a sprinkling of panko breadcrumbs, Italian matured cheese and parsley. This recipe is utterly delicious, trust us.

Finishing Touches

After dinner, light some candles and exchange spooky ghost stories with one another. If that’s not your thing, pop on a family-friendly Halloween film instead. These wholesome activities are the perfect way to wind down towards the end of the night.

If you follow these tips, your party is bound to be an utter success. Feel free to play around with our ideas to make this party your own. And remember, the most important thing of all is having a good time with the people you love.