How to host a gourmet film night

Film night snacks

Get your guests in the mood by theming your snacks based on which film you pick: showcase your finest French cooking skills during a screening of Ratatouille (2007), impress your friends by serving an authentic Cuban sandwich for comedy Chef (2014), or tuck into the most tantalising chocolate dessert while you watch Chocolat (2000).
You could also assemble a spread of fail-safe snacks. Nachos are a movie night staple and for good reason, too: our caramelised onion and chorizo nachos are a smoky twist on the original – they're oozing with melted cheese and made for sharing. Guests will enjoy nibbling on these easy cheese straws, while our classic potato wedges with soured cream and salsa make the perfect Friday night sofa snack. Satisfy your friends' sweet cravings with our churro waffle fingers with dipping sauce: simply toast shop-bought waffles then whip up a decadent chocolate sauce for dipping.

Gourmet popcorn ideas

Nothing beats the smell of freshly popped corn wafting through the air – if you're something of a popcorn enthusiast, it's worth investing in a Klarstein popcorn maker or, for a more budget-friendly option, check out this Lakeland electric popcorn maker. Serve your popcorn in large mixing bowls, or go the extra mile and present in reusable popcorn boxes and retro popcorn tubs.

For a dessert which stays on theme, pile popcorn on top of a creamy cheesecake and slather in a salted butterscotch sauce in this easy salted butterscotch popcorn cheesecake recipe. Present to friends and watch it disappear in seconds.

Film night drinks

Fixing a round of easy yet decadent cocktails proves just as fun as prepping your snacks: recreate our strawberry margarita slushie for a boozy refresher that's reminiscent of a Tango Ice Blast, or whip up a thick, creamy banana milkshake using fresh bananas for a diner-style classic. For the colder months, choose full luxury with our Nutella hot chocolate, or use up left-over red wine to liven up your hot chocolates over the festive season.

Bring a touch of colour and pizazz with a pack of splash-proof, reusable cups – when a drink below 15℃ is poured into the cup, the cup changes colour!

Trays, bowls and foldaway tables for snacks

Fill these orange and pink stone bowls with your choice of nibbles (anything from nuts and olives to crisps and chocolate – you could even go the extra mile with our homemade arancini). This nifty foldaway wine table will keep your drinks upright, with space to hold two wine glasses and one bottle. This personalised movie snacks tray comes equipped with a popcorn bucket and lidded cup, while these bamboo lidded trays are great for keeping food covered – perfect if you're hosting an outdoor film screening. For a fun, tropical look, serve smoothies, fruity cocktails and summer desserts on this tropical mango wood tray.