How to Throw a Halloween Party

Halloween – the season of ghosts, goblins, and all things spooky – is just around the corner. This year, let's elevate the festivities by hosting a party that not only delights your guests but also gives them some lip-smacking treats.

Setting the Scene

Halloween is all about the atmosphere. Here's how to transport your guests to a haunted haven:

Decor: Use cobwebs to drape over lamps and corners. Employ candles, especially ones with flickering LED lights, to provide a haunted glow.

Soundtrack: Craft a playlist blending classic Halloween tracks like "Thriller" with instrumental horror scores.

Lighting: Change out regular bulbs for colored ones. A mix of purple and green can create a mystic environment.

Entrance: Set the mood from the start. Have a fog machine near the entrance and utilize silhouettes of witches or goblins on windows.

The Spooky Smoothie Bar

The star of your party will undoubtedly be the Blendtec-powered spooky smoothie bar. Give it a name with a Halloween twist. Think 'Potion Counter' or 'Witch's Brew Station'. Offer a variety of Halloween-inspired smoothies. Ideas include:

Orange Goblin Smoothie: Mix an orange, cooked pumpkin, green apple, fresh ginger, ground allspice, and cold water.

Goblin Green: A mix of ice cubes, mango, spinach, kale, banana, apple, and orange juice.

Toppings: Toppings can be a game-changer. Beyond the usual seeds and granola, throw in Halloween candies, crushed cookies, or even edible glitter for that touch of magic. Serving these concoctions in clear glasses rimmed with colored sugar or garnished with fruit slices shaped like Halloween symbols can elevate the experience.

Blood Fondue Bar

Set up a fondue station with a crimson-hued 'blood' dip made of raspberry or strawberry puree, melted chocolate, and a splash of red food coloring. Offer marshmallows, fruit slices, and brownie bits for dipping.

Halloween-Themed Snacks

Complement your smoothies with some Halloween-inspired snacks:

Mummy Wrapped Dogs: Wrap sausages with puff pastry strips and bake. Use mustard or ketchup for eyes.

Worms in Dirt (Dirt Cups): Fill cups with a layer of crushed chocolate cookies (the "dirt"). Then, add chocolate pudding and top with gummy worms peeking out.

Deadman’s Finger Sandwiches: Prepare sandwiches with fillings like egg salad or cream cheese and olives. Cut them into finger shapes and use an almond as the 'nail' and red food coloring for 'blood'.

Blendtec Magic Tricks

Impress your guests with Blendtec's power. Make instant ice cream by blending frozen fruits like bananas, mangoes, or berries with a splash of milk or yogurt. Or whip up a warm soup right in the blender using roasted vegetables.

Costume Contest

The highlight of many Halloween parties is the costume contest. Instead of just awarding the 'Best Costume', you can introduce categories like 'Scariest', 'Most Innovative', or 'Best Couple'. Having guests vote makes the process fair and fun, and prizes can vary from Blendtec accessories to cookbooks.

Party Favors

End the night with a bang! Give your guests a takeaway goodie bag. Consider small jars of homemade pumpkin butter or a spooky smoothie recipe for them to try at home.

Your Halloween party can be a hit with just a little creativity and the unmatched power of your Blendtec blender. Here's to a spooky, fun, and delightful Halloween celebration.