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Movie Night:
The Ultimate Evening In
Friday nights are great for an evening in and even better with a movie. Whether it’s with fam- ily, friends or solo, there are a few essentials that will turn regular old movie night into the ulti- mate movie night.
The right movie
It’s all about the movie. Figure out ahead of time who’s going to be there and choose a movie based on your audience.
• Family night–animation • Girl’s night–a chick flick • Couple’s night–a romcom • Guy’s night–a thriller
The right ambience
Comfort is key. Be sure to have plenty of throw pillows and blankets. Dim the lights as low as possible and use a few votive candles to create the mood.
The right menu
Food and drink are all-important. Why watch a movie without good things to eat? Be sure to select a menu that allows you to prepare everything in advance so all you have to do is pop things in the oven. If you’re watching an Ital- ian-themed movie, consider an Italian menu.
Here are a few quick and delicious ideas:
• Have a selection of wine on hand and beer on ice and don’t forget something nonalco- holic.
• Pizza is ideal and it pairs perfectly with beer and wine. Forget about ordering in—it’s
always cold and who wants the pizza guy showing up in the middle of your movie? Plan ahead, make it yourself and serve it with a simple salad—it’s easy (see recipe).
• Something to nosh on while the pizza is in the oven? Try mixing 4 ounces of roasted salted almonds or roasted salted cashews with 1 (6-oz.) can of Lindsay Naturals Green Ripe Olives, drained with one tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil. Toss and enjoy.
• What’s a movie without pop- corn, either store-bought or micro- waved—-it doesn’t matter as long as you have it.
• Top it all off with something sweet— cookies, ice cream or cupcakes are sure to satisfy every sweet tooth.
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