Twist Off

There's only one thing that can inspire the decorations at a Twister Party and that's polka dots! Not just any polka dots, but red, blue, yellow, and green ones. From the napkins to the plates to the flowers to the lights, the colors of the game's playing board will be used throughout the party. The food will be served family style on large platters and in shallow bowls, so everyone can help themselves at their own leisure. Likewise, a polka-dot pitcher will sit on the bar awaiting those thirsty for a cocktail.

Have you hosted a game night? How did you decorate?

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Since Twister is a somewhat personal game where bodies could potentially end up draped over one another, FabSugar and I have decided to serve a strong libation at our Twist Off. A drink that, after one glass, will have our guests loosened up and ready to play! Thus, I'll be pouring a tequila concoction. It's a refreshing mixture of tequila, pineapple juice, and club soda. It's not too sweet and it's easy to sip, meaning it's perfect for a party. The simple recipe can be doubled or tripled to suit any large crowd. Check it out after the jump.

For FabSugar and my Twister party, I'm going to get creative with the dessert. My first instinct was to serve something twisted, but then I thought it's more fun to offer a sweet inspired by the Twister mat.

Thus, I'm going to take this recipe for classic vanilla-on-vanilla cupcakes and make mini cupcakes. Then, I'll divide the vanilla buttercream into four bowls and tint each one a different color: red, blue, green, and yellow.

I'll arrange the mini cupcakes on a white platter in the same pattern that the dots are on a Twister board! To look at the basic vanilla cupcake recipe I'm using, read more

Next Thursday, FabSugar and I are hosting a game night. However, instead of playing a board game, we'll be getting limber with rounds of Twister. I'm prepping some small bites to serve at the party, and Fab requested that they be light and easy to eat. To keep up with the theme, I'll make garlic bread twists. They are crunchy and filling. Next, for a dose of nostalgia, I'll plate mushrooms stuffed with creamy spinach. The addictive app is flavorful and vegetarian-friendly.

To round out the menu and add a punch of protein, I'll offer finger-licking-good lemony shrimp. Guests can grab each shrimp with skewers. To get these uncomplicated and fun recipes, read more

FabSugar and I are at it again. Our Apples to Apples game night was such a success that we've decided to invite friends over for another evening of fun. This time we'll be getting active playing the childhood favorite Twister! I'm doing the planning and cooking, while Fab is offering her wonderful apartment up for the night. Before we can discuss the menu, I have to send the invite. To learn how I made the cute, email-able invitation seen here, read more