With Halloween just around the corner, many event planners are looking to provide guests with more than just candy in a plastic jack-o-lantern. This season, chefs and mixologists aren't coming up short on creative and decorative treats, with options such as ice cream-filled fried pumpkins, a spooky Jägermeister punch, and chocolate eyeballs. Here's a look at some fresh and festive food and drink ideas from restaurants, caterers, and specialty food purveyors across the country.
Wicked Black Forest Punch
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Party City's Grave Digger Cocktail
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Party City's Boneyard Cocktail
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Fried Pumpkin
Photo: Courtesy of GT Fish & Oyster
Boozy Cider Slushie
Photo: Courtesy of Willa Jean
Frontback Steakhouse
Photo: Adam Sokolowski
Peanut Butter and Jelly Chocolate Eyeballs
Photo: Courtesy of Mouth
Spiderweb Chocolate Bars
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Spooky Mac & Cheese Muffins
Photo: Courtesy of Elegant Affairs
Halloween-Style Butternut Squash Soup
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