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Guide To The Top Portland Maine Restaurants

Thanks to an abundance of natural resources and notable culinary talent, Portland, Maine has quickly become one of America’s favorite foodie destinations. Widely recognized for an endless array of lobster-infused menus, Portland has also earned accolades for its growing craft beer scene, creative ice cream shops and bakeries, and scenic waterfront locales. Here are some of Portland’s most popular, and uniquely-inspired eateries.

Fore Street

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$$$$ American

288 Fore St., Portland, ME 04101

(207) 775-2717

http://www.forestreet.biz/

Located one block from the waterfront in Portland’s Old Port District, Fore Street Restaurant is an area favorite. All of the food at Fore Street is roasted or grilled over the large brick and soapstone hearth. The award-winning location has ranked in Gourmet Magazine’s Top Fifty Restaurants of the United States more than once! Menu items change every day, based on seasonality.

Street & Co.

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$$$ Seafood

33 Wharf St, Portland, ME 04101

(207) 775-0887

http://www.streetandcompany.net/

Fore Street’s “sister” restaurant, Street & Co. is one of Portland’s longest-standing eateries. This iconic establishment is housed in a rustic building with three separate and distinct seating areas: the back room, the middle room (situated around the open-concept kitchen), and the bar room. Street & Co is said to serve up the best seafood in Portland!

Scales

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$$$ Seafood

68 Commercial Street, Portland, ME 04101

(207) 805-0444

http://www.scalesrestaurant.com/

Portland’s best-kept waterfront secret, Scales seafood, land-food and raw bar provides classic coastal comfort foods with a French twist that set this location apart from nearby counterparts. Another member of the Fore Street restaurant collection, Scales serves up dinner with a view nightly.

Eventide Oyster Co.

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$$$ Seafood

86 Middle St., Portland, ME 04101

(207) 774-8538

http://www.eventideoysterco.com/

Seafood tapas are the specialty at Eventide, and as the name implies, oysters are tops on the menu (at least a dozen different types, in fact), from both East and West Coast sources. Praise for Eventide extends far beyond the oysters, however. They’re also known for exceptional fried fish and one of the most popular lobster rolls in the area – the Eventide Brown Butter Lobster Roll.

Hugo’s
 

$$$$ Farm-to-Table

88 Middle St, Portland, ME 04101

(207) 774-8538

http://hugos.net/

A prominent contributor to Portland’s expanding foodie culture, Hugo’s offers an innovative array of reinvented dishes comprised of ingredients almost exclusively from within the State of Maine. Serving up nightly “blind tasting menus” catering to vegetarians, pescetarians, and omnivores, Hugo’s is the go-to spot for a spontaneous, food-centric adventure!

The Honey Paw

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$$ Asian Fusion

78 Middle St, Portland, ME 04101

(207) 774-8538

http://www.thehoneypaw.com/

The Honey Paw combines Asian-influence with New England tradition. Original dishes take advantage of coastal location and pan-Asian inspiration. Choose from bar or communal table seating. Round out your experience with great cocktails and caramelized honey soft serve.

Duckfat

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$$ Sandwich Shop

43 Middle St., Portland, ME 04101

(207) 774-8080

https://duckfat.com/

You’ll love every mouth watering minute spent at Duckfat, but leave your dieting plans at home! With highlight southern comfort menu items integrating cheese, gravy, and of course – duck fat, there is no way your visit will be guilt-free, but it will be tasty!

Central Provisions

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$$$ Small Plates

414 Fore St., Portland, ME 04101

(207) 805-1085

http://www.central-provisions.com/

Central Provisions is a trendy local spot with the most comforting Old Port vibes. The perfect spot for small plate and shareable items for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. Upstairs seating situated around an entirely open kitchen. Bar seating available downstairs.

Tipo

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$$ Italian

182 Ocean Ave, Portland, ME 04103

(207) 358-7970

http://www.tiporestaurant.com/

Tipo is a cozy neighborhood hot spot on Portland’s Back Cove. Serving up wood-fired pies & handmade pastas, Tipo’s ever-changing menu is next-level classic Italian with a smart modern twist. Don’t miss the stellar Happy Hour specials!

Chaval

 

$$ Spanish/French

58 Pine St., Portland, ME 04102

(207) 772-1110

https://www.chavalmaine.com/

Fast becoming a local favorite on Portland’s West End, Chaval’s menu consists of Spanish and French inspired seasonal cuisine. Options include unique twists on traditional dishes, fresh local delicacies, and Spanish staples. Chaval’s cocktail program and delicious Spanish ciders make it a top spot to catch a few drinks with friends as well! Don’t miss the fabulous Sunday brunch opportunities offered here, and at Chaval’s sister eatery – Piccolo.

Piccolo
 

$$$ Italian

111 Middle St, Portland, ME 04101

(207) 747-5307

https://piccolomaine.com/

Piccolo is Portland’s top destination for classic Old World Italian cuisine. Using a combination of locally-sourced and imported Italian ingredients, Piccolo offers dinner five nights a week, Wednesday through Sunday. For a unique, limited opportunity, consider Sunday Supper at Piccolo, where up to six guests dine from a customized, seasonal tasting menu at the chef’s counter.

EVO

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$$$ Middle Eastern

443 Fore St, Portland, ME 04101

(207) 358-7830

http://evoportland.com/

Take in the tantalizing tastes of the Middle East with a hearty helping of city views and contemporary energy. Inventive chefs constantly source a rotating variety of the freshest seasonal ingredients to conceive reimagined versions of beloved traditional dishes. EVO dishes are meant to be shared, family-style, and they pair remarkably with the restaurant’s extensive wine list!

Miyake
 

$$$$ Japanese

468 Fore St., Portland, ME 04101

(207) 871-9170

http://www.miyakerestaurants.com/

Chef Masa Miyake’s flagship downtown restaurant draws from the Japanese ‘Washoku’ cooking style, placing an emphasis on seasonal and locally-sourced ingredients. Miyake’s expert sushi chefs create an unforgettable, multi-course omakase dining experience.

Grill Room

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$$ Steakhouse

84 Exchange St, Portland, ME 04101

(207) 774-2333

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The Grill Room is an urban, rustic steakhouse where high-quality meets affordability. Featured in many of Maine’s top publications as a “Best Bet” for food in Portland, The Grill Room’s wood-fired steaks are the stuff of legends!

Lio
 

$$$ European

3 Spring St, Portland, ME 04101

(207) 808-7133

http://www.lio-maine.com/

Lio is a trendy modern wine bar and restaurant with a stunning wooden long-bar and outdoor balcony seating overlooking the city. Using “modern European techniques to create dishes that highlight the bounty of Maine”, Lio specializes in small plates paired with classic wines.

Lolita
 

$$$ Mediterranean

90 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101

(207) 775-5652

https://www.lolita-portland.com/

Bask in the comfort of an Old World bodega-styled eatery where flavor and tradition reign supreme. Choose from small plates or shareable items for a dining experience custom-fit to your party’s needs. The elaborate menu of freshly-sourced tapas, wines, and cocktails provides the perfect start for a night on the town.

The Shop
 

$ Seafood

123 Washington Ave Portland , ME 04101

207-699-4466

http://portland.islandcreekoysters.com/

The Shop Raw Bar and Shellfish Market offers up hand-picked Maine oysters to take home or enjoy onsite with a glass of beer or wine and a few good friends. Outdoor seating available.

Drifters Wife
 

$$$ Gastropub

59 Washington Ave, Portland, ME 04101

(207) 805-1336

https://www.drifterswife.com/

Featured on Bon Appétit’s 2016 list of the country’s best new restaurants, Drifters Wife has come a long way since its modest beginnings as a wine shop. Evolving menus are crafted around available, prime ingredients. In other words, the meals are always fresh, new, and innovative, with the seafood selections being among the most recommended.

East Ender
 

$$ American

47 Middle St, Portland, ME 04101

(207) 879-7669

http://eastenderportland.com/

Casual atmosphere for classic American fare, craft beer, wine, and cocktails. East Ender offers bold New England flavors, from locally-sourced ingredients. Stand-out menu items promise the flair of fusion and the care of from-scratch prep.

Palace Diner

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$$ American

18 Franklin St., Biddeford, ME 04005

(207) 284-0015

http://www.palacedinerme.com/

A TripAdvisor review calls Palace Diner “a diner for diner fans”. Located in an old rail train dining car, seating is limited – and coveted – to partake in the breakfast and lunch classics served here all day long. Ample portions are offered up of hardy southern-style favorites.

Boda
 

$$ Thai

671 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101

(207) 347-7557

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Take your pick of tapas, skewers, and entrees at Portland’s first destination Thai restaurant. Boda promises “very Thai” food, combining street vendor favorites with traditional home-style cooking. A popular choice for locals seeking late-night dining options.

Emilitsa

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$$$ Greek

547 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101

(207) 221-0245

http://emilitsa.com/

For contemporary casual dining in Portland’s Arts District, look no further than Emilitsa! Serving up traditional, rustic Greek cuisine paired with an all-Greek wine list. Small plates and large plates offer mandatory classics, as well as some of the best duck and lamb dishes on the coast.

Woodford F&B
 

$$ American

660 Forest Ave, Portland, ME 04103

(207) 200-8503

https://www.woodfordfb.com/

One of Zagat’s “10 must-try places on the Maine coast”, Woodford F&B is a cozy, but upscale Americana diner known for classic cocktails, local beers, the freshest seafood, and one of the best burgers in the state.

Baharat

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$$ Middle Eastern

91 Anderson St, Portland, ME 04101

(207) 613-9849

https://www.baharatmaine.com/

Born from food truck roots, Baharat is a fast-casual restaurant serving middle-eastern street foods and favorites like lamb and falafel. Hardy appetites will appreciate the “plus-sized” Shawarmageddon sandwich or The All In combo feast for two or four guests.

The Highroller Lobster Co.
 

$$ Seafood

104 Exchange St, Portland, ME 04101

(207) 536-1623

https://highrollerlobster.com/

Highroller’s lobster game is hard to beat, and in Portland, lobster rolls have a high mark to aim for to achieve stand-out status. The secret? Maine lobster straight from the docks, served up on buttery brioche rolls baked daily from Southside Bakery, alongside local craft beers. Non-seafood selections like hot dogs, burgers, sandwiches, and salads are also available.

Izakaya Minato

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$$ Japanese

54 Washington Ave, Portland, ME 04101

(207) 613-9939

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A classic Japanese izakaya dining experience, Minato pairs traditional shared plates with an assortment of beers, cocktails, and sake. Peruse the daily selection of sashimi, dashi broth dishes, grilled fish and Japanese fried chicken, or opt for the omakase experience. Communal and intimate seating centers around the open concept kitchen.

Isa Bistro

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$$ American

79 Portland St, Portland, ME 04101

(207) 808-8533

http://isaportlandme.com/

This cozy, bayside neighborhood bistro boasts an eclectic, globally-influenced menu driven by seasonal inspiration. An ideal spot for lunch, brunch, or a casual patio snack.

Hot Suppa

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$$ Comfort Food

703 Congress St, Portland, ME 04102

(207) 871-5005

http://hotsuppa.com/

Hot Suppa’s menu is bursting with delectable, made-from-scratch items using quality, local ingredients. Offering everything from breakfast to cocktails, this West End favorite strives to be known as a “food institution”. With eye-catching, mouth-watering Southern comfort foods like gumbo, grits, catfish and corned beef hash topping the favorite recommendations, they seem to be well on their way!

Empire Chinese Kitchen

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$$ Chinese

575 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101

(207) 747-5063

http://portlandempire.com/kitchen/index.html

Specializing in Dim Sum selections, Empire’s menu also features traditional and modern Chinese soul food items, sourced locally and taking full advantage of the area’s coastal bounty.

The Back Bay Grill
 

$$$ American

65 Portland St, Portland, ME 04101

(207) 772-8833

https://backbaygrill.com/

Recognized by Wine Spectator every year since 1999 with the Award of Excellence, The iconic Back Bay Grill is regarded as the restaurant in Portland with the best selection of fine wines. The revolving menu features a range of starter dishes, locally-sourced salads, delightful desserts, and mouthwatering entrees like North Atlantic salmon, hand-rolled pappardelle, cast iron seared local scallops, and grilled rack of lamb.

Gorgeous Gelato
 

$ Ice Cream Shop

434 Fore St, Portland, ME 04101

(207) 699-4309

https://www.gorgeousgelato.com/

Gorgeous Gelato is a bright, vibrant space just waiting to pacify your sweet tooth! Featuring 16 flavors of gelato at any given time, selections range from familiar favorites to more adventurous flavors. Handmade gelato pops and cakes, coffee, cappuccino and “boozy beverages” are also available.

Terlingua

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$$ Barbecue

52 Washington Ave, Portland, ME 04101

(207) 808-8502

http://www.terlingua.me/

Terlingua’s small-batch BBQ menu combines house-smoked meats with Caribbean, southwest & Mexican inspired favorites. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily as well as brunch and the famed weekly “Neighborhood Night” (both on Sundays) for scaled-back, rotating menus at lower price points.

Blue Spoon
 

$$ American

89 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101

(207) 773-1116

http://www.thebluespoon.com/

Located atop Munjoy Hill in Portland’s East End, Blue Spoon is a chef-owned restaurant. Offering a wide range of dishes from traditional hamburgers to duck risotto and ragu, Blue Spoon also serves up brunch six days per week, and Happy Hour specials on food and drink Tuesday through Friday.

OTTO
 

$$ Pizza

Multiple Locations

https://www.ottoportland.com/

Since 2009, OTTO has been Portland’s go-to pizzeria. Whether you’re craving a quick slice, or a pie for the whole family, this is the place for some of the best and most unique options around. Surprising toppings like tortellini, pears and cranberries will raise an eyebrow, but if you’re feeling adventurous, try The Masher specialty pizza topped with mashed potato, scallion, and bacon. Seven locations in the state of Maine!

Bite Into Maine

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$$ Seafood

1000 Shore Rd, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107

(207) 289-6142

https://www.biteintomaine.com/

Serving six different types of lobster rolls, Bite Into Maine serves up fresh lobster on the ocean, with a view of the famous Portland Head Light. Using only locally- sourced lobster on fresh-baked rolls, Bite Into Maine prides itself on consistently being named the home to one of Maine’s best lobster rolls and one of America’s best sandwiches.

The Holy Donut

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$ Donut Shop

7 Exchange St, Portland, ME 04101

(207) 775-7776

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With two Portland-area locations serving up these original Maine potato donuts, you have ample opportunity to try something new! At any given time, there are approximately 20 donut flavors to choose from, with mind-boggling selections like pomegranate, maple bacon, chocolate sea salt, and bacon-cheddar filled.

Salvage BBQ

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$$ Barbecue

919 Congress St, Portland, ME 04102

(207) 553-2100

https://salvagebbq.com/

It’s not just a restaurant – it’s an experience! Salvage BBQ features live music on Saturday nights as well as trivia and bingo nights weekly. Offering 17 taps of mostly Maine microbrews, as well as tantalizing North Carolina and Texas inspired barbecue dishes, Salvage BBQ is the tastiest Southern fare you’ll find in Maine, and the perfect place for a casual night out.

Flatbread Company
 

$$ Pizza

72 Commercial St #5, Portland, ME 04101

(207) 772-8777

https://www.flatbreadcompany.com/

Portland’s Casco Bay is the home to Flatbread Company’s second Maine location, and probably the most scenic, as it is right on the water. A simple menu with epic choices, Flatbreads offers pizzas both with and without their signature organic wood–fired cauldron tomato sauce, and an assortment of fresh toppings.

The Gelato Fiasco Old Port

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$ Ice Cream Shop

425 Fore St, Portland, ME 04101

(207) 699-4314

Visitors to the Old Port district will surely appreciate The Gelato Fiasco. Located just a block from Casco Bay, The Gelato Fiasco offers up to 30 bold flavors of gelato from more than 1,500 original house recipes every day using natural cane sugar and fresh milk from family farms.

Local 188

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$$ Spanish

685 Congress St., Portland, ME 04102

(207) 761-7909

https://local188.com/

Pioneers of Portland’s farm-to-table movement, Local 188 prides itself on locally-sourced items prepared on-site in its prominent, open kitchen. The notable beverage program features a wine list with more than 100 bottles, craft cocktails and local and national microbrews. Weekday Happy Hour brings special pricing on drinks and tapas.

Becky’s Diner

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$ Diner

390 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101

(207) 773-7070

http://www.beckysdiner.com/

Featured on Food Network’s “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives”, Becky’s Diner is a Portland tradition. Situated for spectacular waterfront dining on Hobson’s Wharf, Becky’s offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner (including incredible blueberry pancakes) starting early enough to catch a picture-perfect New England sunrise.

Company: Grupo Bimbo

Website: www.barcel-usa.com

Introduced: May 2021

Distribution: National

Suggested Retail Price: $1.69-$3.29

Product Snapshot: Takis, the spicy rolled tortilla chip brand known for its flavors, has announced that the brand is expanding its bold lineup into five new snack categories and is unveiling a new look. Leading with its signature Fuego variety, Takis is looking to disrupt the salty snack category.

Since arriving in the United States in 2001, Takis has continued to hold its place as the top growing tortilla chip snack brand in the country, experiencing explosive 25 percent growth year-to-date. Word-of-mouth buzz and fierce brand loyalty has pushed the brand’s sales to outpace the salty snack category, up 10 percent year-to-date, and the tortilla chips subcategory, up 12 percent year-to-date. By expanding the Takis brand to new snack categories and subcategories, the brand looks to capitalize on Takis signature intensity by offering new products that fit a variety snacking occasions, while continuing to provide consumers with the bold, crunchy, and intense flavors they are craving.

The five new brand extensions include:

• Takis Waves: The brand is bringing a tsunami of flavor as it enters the $8.4 billion potato chip subcategory with its first line of ridged potato chips. With potato chips representing 30 percent of the salty snacks category, Takis Waves are ready to crash to shore and disrupt the mark.
• Takis Watz: The cheese snacks category has some intense new competition with the launch of Takis Watz, with the perfect combination of crunchiness and electric flavor.
• Takis POP!: The bold flavor of Takis joins the ready-to-eat popcorn category, to create an explosive new snack that is hard to resist.
• Takis Stix: Fans of corn snack sticks will enjoy the full flavor and intensity of Takis in this perfect, on-the-go snacking option.
• Takis Hot Nuts: Launched in fall 2020, Takis Hot Nuts continue to be popular with consumers, with sales up 15.2 percent year to date. Featuring a unique double crunch technology, Takis Hot Nuts offers spicy intensity with each peanut-filled bite.

Bold new flavors call for a bold new look. Fans of Takis will face the intensity in a whole new way with a new packaging design that features a bigger emphasis on the Takis logo and the brand’s signature intense purple color taking center stage across all products. Each bag also has a distinct color blocking window  featuring a flavor tornado effect that showcases the unique ingredients that come together to create that flavor. The packaging also highlights the return of Takis Heat-O-Meter—an icon that help consumers understand how intense the product is.

“Takis is known for big, bold flavors, so we are thrilled to bring the intensity of our iconic rolled tortilla chip to entirely new snacking categories,” said Sandra Peregrina, marketing director of Salty Snacks for Barcel USA. “We know our consumers are looking for satisfying snacks that level up the moment, and Takis is the perfect snack to do that. Takis Waves, Takis Watz, Takis POP!, Takis Stix and Takis Hot Nuts will provide a full flavor experience not yet offered in these snacking categories, so we’re excited to bring the intensity to consumers.”

For more information about the new Takis lineup, visit http://takis.us/.

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Growing up in Asia means having a world of flavors within reach. In a continent of almost 50 countries, you can expect an assortment of cuisines, each with distinct characters. This variety extends to Asian snacks, munchies that offer a unique taste and even trigger nostalgia.

This sheer diversity also makes supermarket trips (or online shopping) overwhelming. There are so many options, how do you know which ones to pick? Hopefully, this list of classic, sweet, savoury, kid-friendly, and unique snacks from Asia will help you trim down your choices.

That being said, this list is not definitive. Asia is the largest continent in the world, and there’s not enough space to mention all of the best Asian snacks. I just hope to inspire your shopping lists but this is in no way exhaustive.

Without further ado, let’s go and dig into this yummy list!

Best-selling and classic Asian snacks

No list of Asian snacks is complete without Glico Pocky Biscuit Sticks, one of the oldest and most popular Japanese snacks. Originally available in chocolate, these thin biscuits now come in various flavors: almond, strawberry, coconut, milk, honey, matcha, banana, and a lot more.

First sold in 1966, these addicting biscuits are a hit not just in Japan but also in other Asian countries. Increased importing and expansion of Asian supermarkets in Europe, the US, and other parts of the world made Pocky even more widespread.

Shrimp crackers are so popular across Asia, so much so that several countries have their versions. Famous brands of the puffed stripped variant include Japan’s Calbee Kappa Ebisen, Korea’s Nongshim, Malaysia’s Double Decker, and the Philippine’s Oishi Prawn Crackers.

Shrimp crackers also come in round and rectangular shapes like Malaysia’s keropok, Indonesia’s krupuk udang, the Philippine’s kropek, and Vietnam’s banh phong tom. All of these typically use shrimp and tapioca flour.

Although this is a list of Asian snacks, this hugely popular Japanese drink deserves a spot. It is, after all, the most popular probiotic drink in Asia. Each small bottle of Yakult is full of gut-friendly lactobacilli. So it’s not just yummy, it’s also healthy.

While Yakult is an institution in Japan, it also has huge markets in other Asian countries. Koreans often drink it to cap off a meal. In Singapore, it comes in different flavours like grape, orange, and apple. And different countries have different bottle sizes.

Dumpling is a general term for bite-sized treats typically filled with meat, veggies, or a combination of both, wrapped in a thin layer of dough. And it’s prominent not just in Asian cuisine but in other parts of the world, too.

Available in so many countries and types, dumplings are one of the most familiar Asian snacks, Some of the well-known variations include China’s guotie, Kathmandu and Nepal’s momo dumplings, Japan’s gyoza, and Korea’s mandu.

Originating from China, White Rabbit candies are sweet, creamy taffies that are known for their second layer of edible rice paper wrapping. It’s been around since the 1930s and is so popular that it was even given by Premier Zhou Enlai to U.S. President Richard Nixon during their 1972 meeting. It is now available in over 50 countries.

Chinese haw flakes are one of those nostalgia-inducing Asian snacks that have made their way to Europe and the Americas. Made from hawthorn fruits, these dry fruit discs are slightly sweet, mildly sour, and healthy. It is also great as an ingredient for fruit salads, cakes, and ice cream.

7. Mooncakes, sun cakes, and similar Asian pastries

It’s almost impossible to visit any Asian country and not bring home a box of pastries. Asia loves its pastries and you won’t run out of options. One of the most ubiquitous is the Chinese mooncake which usually uses red bean or lotus seed paste as filling.

Although mooncakes are available across Asia, other countries have also produced similar pastries: the Taiwanese sun cake and pineapple cake, Vietnam’s banh pia, Indonesia’s bakpia, the Philippines’ hopia, and Hong Kong’s wife cake.

One of the best and yummiest Asian snacks that have stood the test of time, baklava is a sweet pastry made of thin phyllo dough sheets, intertwined with chopped nuts, and poured over with sugar syrup or honey. It’s sweet, flaky, and luscious.

While the origins of pre-Ottoman baklava are unknown, modern baklava is said to be invented in Istanbul. Aside from Turkey, this pastry dessert is also popular in Western and Central Asia, as well as in the Balkans.

Sweet Asian snacks

Coffee candies are not new and neither are they endemic to Asia. But they sure are popular in these parts of the world. Indonesia’s Kopiko is one of the most popular coffee candy brands, and one of the most loved Asian snacks, too. It comes in two flavors: original, which is deep, dark, and robust; and cappuccino, which is creamier.

Korea’s answer to Pocky (although Lotte denies copying the Japanese snack), Pepero is a chocolate-dipped cookie stick that’s been around since 1983. Aside from the original plain milk chocolate flavor, it now comes in white chocolate, peanut butter, green tea, vanilla, strawberry, tiramisu cheese, and other flavors.

While most chips are on the savory, salty side, the Philippines’ Golden Sweet Corn are, well, sweet. These crunchy, bright yellow balls are coated in sweet corn powder flavoring. They’re quite addicting, too. Korea’s Kkokkalcorn and Turtle Chips use similar sweet corn flavoring but come in the form of chips and not round puffs.

One of the most iconic Asian snacks in the sweets department, Hi-Chew is a soft, taffy-like chewy candy that comes in different fruit flavors. You can think of it as an edible kind of chewing gum. First introduced in Japan in 1975, it is also common in other Asian countries like Taiwan, Thailand, and Singapore.

Sesame balls, or jian dui in Chinese, is one of the many Asian snacks that are not just delicious but also incredibly filling. This pastry is basically glutinous rice flour with fillings of red bean paste, mung bean paste, lotus paste, or shredded coconuts. The round balls are covered with sesame seeds.

Similar variations include Vietnam’s banh ran, the Philippines’ buchi, Cambodia’s num kroch, Japan’s goma dango, Korea’s gyeongdan, India and Sri Lanka’s ellu urundai, and Malaysia’s kuih bom.

Drying fruits is an old process that dates back to ancient Mesopotamia. Dried fruits are not just sweet and nutritious, they also have a long shelf life. You’ll have no trouble finding dried fruits in Asia. Plums, raisins, mangoes, jackfruit, durian, pineapple, berries – name it, Asia’s got it dried.

Launched in 1991, Tokyo Banana are banana-shaped sponge cakes filled with delicious custard cream. These scrumptious treats are internationally famous but exclusively available in Tokyo. Or so we thought.

In late 2014, local versions were launched in Thailand (Siam Banana and CP Banana), spurring not just sales but also an online drama.

Hailed as the “king of fruits”, durian is known for its thorn-covered rind (similar to jackfruit’s) and its strong odor that some find repulsive. This tropical fruit-bearing custard-like, sweet flesh is native to Southeast Asia and grows in Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines.

Durian is present in so many Southeast Asian dishes, including snacks like ice creams, pastries, candies, and chips.

Savoury Asian snacks

Many Asian countries are rice-growers, so it’s not a surprise that several Asian snacks use rice as an ingredient. Rice crackers are one of these. Often savory, but sometimes sweet, these crispy treats use glutinous rice and wheat flour.

Popular variations of rice crackers include Taiwan’s Want Want rice crackers, Japan’s senbei, and Thailand’s Bin Bin rice crackers.

One of the oldest processed foods in the world, the origin of flatbreads is not certain. But traces of its production have been found in ancient sites in Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Indus Valley.

You can easily find flatbreads anywhere in the world, and they come in varying shapes, sizes, and types. In Asia alone, there are over a hundred kinds of flatbreads. The most popular types include chapati, lavash, pita, shaobing, paratha, roti, and naan. These types of bread are great for breakfast but also excellent as snacks.

Asia is the biggest exporter and consumer of instant noodles. Not surprisingly, there are also a variety of noodle types here: soba, udon, chow mien, rice noodles, and more. And the flavors vary, too.

While Korea has kimchi and other spicy noodles, Thailand has tom yam flavored and even basil stir-fried noodles. Japan has tonkatsu flavored noodles, Indonesia has mi goreng, and India has masala noodles.

Some Asian snacks have roots in the Americas. Cracker nuts, also known as Japanese peanuts, are one such snack. These crunchy peanuts coated in wheat flour dough are said to have come from 1940s Mexico where a Japanese immigrant invented the snack.

Japanese cracker nuts come in different colors. In the Philippines, Nagaraya is a popular brand of cracker nuts and is one of the oldest snacks in the country. It comes in flavors like butter, adobo, barbecue, garlic, and spicy.

Not to be confused with the deep-fried appetizers served in American-Chinese restaurants, egg rolls are sweet, buttery thin wafer cookies rolled into a hollow cylinder. These crumbly rolls come with different fillings like peanut butter, pork floss, and chocolate.

Popular in China and elsewhere in Asia and around the world (especially where there are Chinatowns), the Chinese often share egg rolls around during the Lunar New Year.

Popular in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka, papadum is a thin and crispy seasoned flatbread typically made from black gram bean flour, fried, toasted, or microwaved until crunchy. Some makers also use flour from lentils, chickpeas, or rice.

These versatile thin rounds are great as a side dish or as an appetizer, but it is also good as a standalone snack. It’s best paired with chutney or pickles.

As if all our instant noodles are not enough, crispy, no-cook noodle snacks also cropped up in supermarkets. These Asian snacks essentially consist of dry noodles and powder seasoning.

Pour the seasoning, crush the noodles, shake the bag, and eat it straight out of the bag. I can’t say it’s nutritious but it’s delicious and much more fun to nibble on than run-off-the-mill potato chips.

Just like instant noodles, noodle snacks also hail from different countries and you’ve got plenty of brand choices. Popular ones include Taiwan’s Science Noodles and Little Prince Noodles, Korea’s Ppushu Ppushu, Malaysia’s Mamee Monster, Japan’s Oyatsu Baby Star, and Indonesia’s Enaak.

Chive rice cakes, or nom ka chai, are well-known street foods in Cambodia that is inspired by a Chinese dish. Typical recipes involve glutinous rice flour, tapioca flour, and chives but you can also add other ingredients like garlic.

These flavorsome chive cakes often come with a sweet and spicy fish sauce. A similar dish known as kanom gui chai tod is popular in Thailand.

Asian snacks for kids

Launched in Japan in 1979, Yan Yan is a childhood favorite not just in Japan but elsewhere in the world.

One of the famous Asian snacks made by Meiji, Yan Yan comes in a packaging with two compartments. One compartment contains crunchy biscuits with pictures of various animals on them and quotes relating to that animal. The other has chocolate, strawberry, vanilla, or yogurt-flavored frosting for dipping.

This one doesn’t need much explanation. Sweet and colorful fruit jellies are commonplace in Asia. They sometimes come in small peel-off cups, pouches, or straws.

These chewy treats are available in different flavors: grape, green apple, lychee, pineapple, plum, strawberry, and more. They’re probably not as healthy as some would like to believe but their popularity among kids has not changed over the years.

A favourite of Filipino kids (and kids-at-heart), wafer sticks are two to three layers of flaky wafers that resemble a big straw, with a chocolate filling inside. Newer variations include fillings of ube, strawberry, vanilla, and coconut. In the Philippines, Stik-O is very popular but there are plenty of other brands. Indonesia’s Cho Cho is also worth trying.

Hailing from Indonesia, Choki Choki chocolate sticks are creamy milk chocolate inside small stick-like packets. You simply squeeze the chocolate paste out to enjoy it. A similar product called Choko Choko is available in the Philippines.

If you want a trip down memory lane, one of the best Asian snacks you can buy online are the colourful iced gem biscuits. Although not originally from Asia (it was first created in Britain), these sweet biscuits are a hit in Asian countries like Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines, and China.

Ingredients include flour, unsalted butter, eggs, sugar, syrup, and salt. A dollop of hardened icing is made using meringue powder and icing sugar.

Milk tablet candies are exactly what their name suggests – candies made from milk. Loved by kids and adults alike, these Asian snacks are sweet, creamy, and calcium-rich because of their milk component.

These tablets taste a bit similar to White Rabbit candies but melt so much faster. Thailand has several brands of these candies and the Philippines has the iconic HawHaw brand.

Ovaltine Malt Candies, also known as Ovaltinees, are like milk tablet candies, except they’re made of malt chocolate instead of milk. Sweet and highly addicting, these compact tablets of hardened Ovaltine powder are popular in Southeast Asia, particularly in the Philippines and Thailand.

Released the same year as Yan Yan’s, Meiji’s Hello Panda are bite-sized shortbread pillows filled with creamy chocolate. Its hexagonal packaging is easily identifiable and features cartoon pandas doing various sports activities like fencing and archery.

These Japanese treats are also available in flavors like vanilla, strawberry, double chocolate, coconut, and matcha. Its popularity extends to other parts of Asia and the world.

Asian snacks with unique flavours

Nestle’s KitKat is known the world over. But while the original chocolate-covered wafers are delicious and a hit across Asia, the Japanese have gone out of their way to put a unique twist on these classic snacks.

Matcha KitKat is a Japanese exclusive and one of the most popular Asian snacks in recent years. As if that’s not a feat in itself, they’ve even come up with 14 variants (as of writing) of Matcha KitKat, including the Otona no Amasa variant, Deep Matcha, and Uji Matcha.

Korea’s Honey Butter Chips may not seem like much but it was a sensational hit back in 2014 to 2015. One of the bestselling Asian snacks in recent history, these crispy, thin potato chips are sweet, salty, and tangy. The honey butter trend even spurred other honey butter-flavored snacks like almonds, fries, and Pringles.

Dried or roasted seaweed sheets are not just ingredients in Asian cuisines. They’re also awesome as snacks! Commonly found in Japan, Korea, and China, dried seaweed sheets are crispy, slightly salted (but can also come in other flavours), savoury, and rich in nutrients.

To the squeamish, dried squid may sound nasty. But really, it’s just like beef jerky. This chewy, salty (and sometimes spicy) snack is a favorite among many Asian countries. it’s healthy, packed with protein, and a great companion to a cold can of beer.

Established in 2008, Irvins Seafood Restaurant in Singapore was known for its creamy salted egg crab dish. They eventually experimented with salted egg fish skin and salted egg potato chips.

A salted egg craze soon spread not just in Singapore but in other Southeast Asian countries. And the boom isn’t really surprising, considering how toothsome these crunchy chips are.

We’ve mostly played it safe with these Asian snacks. But now it’s time to be adventurous. Edible insects, anyone?

Hugely famous in Thailand, ma laeng tod are deep-fried and crispy edible bugs that are low in calories and high in protein. They’re also surprisingly tasty. Rot duan (bamboo worms), nhon mai (silkworms), maeng da (giant water bugs), maeng pawng (scorpions), and tak ka tan (grasshopper) are common options.

How about a centuries-old snack? I’m only half-kidding; century eggs don’t actually take hundreds of years to preserve but these savoury Chinese delights date back more than 500 years to the Ming Dynasty.

Century eggs are duck, chicken, or quail eggs preserved in a mixture of quicklime, clay, ash, salt, and rice hulls for several weeks to several months. The process results in opaque brown-black with a deliciously salty flavour and a mildly funky smell.

To cap off this list of Asian snacks, here’s a snack that was made in the U.S. but was given multiple Asian twists. Lay’s is a famous brand of potato chips, often with savory flavors like cheese, sour cream, onion, and barbecue. In Asia, bold and interesting flavors include India’s magic masala, Thailand’s green curry, Japan’s nori seaweed, and China’s cucumber.

What are your favourites from this list of yummy Asian snacks? Leave a comment below!

And if you want to dive into more snacks from different Asian countries, do check out our list of snacks from Korea, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, Taiwan, and Vietnam. Happy reading and snacking!

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MEET THE CEO: JAMES LINDSAY

James Lindsay is a highly successful Miami-based entrepreneur and the Founder & CEO of Rap Snacks. By partnering with some of the rap game’s most recognizable names such as Cardi B, Migos, Lil Boosie, Rick Ross, Master P and Romeo, the brand has become one of the most visible hip-hop geared snack products over the last few decades. Rap Snacks celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2022.

A Philadelphia native, James Lindsay graduated from Cheyney University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing.

He honed his marketing skills while serving as a manager in the consumer products industry for Johnson Products, an ethnic hair care company, and Warner-Lambert. James leveraged his background in the hair products business, tweaked and improved upon it and applied it to the packaged food industry. These experiences, and his desire to own a business, empowered him to start Rap Snacks, Inc. in 1994, a snack foods company that featured hip-hop artists on the brand—the first of its kind in the US. The success of Rap Snacks allowed Lindsay to solidify a co-marketing agreement with Universal Records to advertise Universal’s Artists on all Rap Snacks bags. Eventually the company grew into a $5 million dollar business selling mostly twenty-five cent bags of chips.

In 2001, Mr. Lindsay expanded his product line by purchasing a snack foods brand called “Mr. G” snack foods. Mr. G was a locally owned Philly brand that was best known for its hot and barbeque cheddar flavored chips. In 2007, Mr. Lindsay launched Soulful Foods, Inc. The first product launched under Soulful Foods, Inc. was a venture between Mr. Lindsay and Sylvia Woods, the “Queen of Soul Food”. In 2010, Mr. Lindsay continued to be a big influence in the music marketing industry; guiding platinum selling recording artist, Meek Mill, by connecting his brand with corporate America and securing brand deals with companies such as, PUMA, Monster Energy Drink, and Ciroc, along with partnering with Monster Headphones to help create the Monster’s 24k Headphones. Mr. Lindsay also assisted Meek Mill in growing PUMA’s business an additional $200 million over a five-year period.
In 2017, Lindsay began collaborating with Percy “Master P” Miller to expand the product line into foods such as noodles, breakfast cereals, and rice with the creation of P&J Foods, a partnership between the two. Miller is a limited partner in Rap Snacks.

Most recently Lindsay has branched into beverages, having launched a 5-flavored lemonade line with Lil’ Baby, Oowee Lemonade. Rap Snacks are sold in major retail stores across America, including Walmart, Kroger, Sam’s Clubs, Best Buy and Target stores, among other outlets.

Over the past 12 years Lindsay has been featured on “CBS Morning Show”, ABC’s “The Jimmy Kimmel Show”, BET, Fox News, People Magazine, The “Tavis Smiley” Show, Black Enterprise, Forbes, and Entrepreneur Magazine. He was also recognized by Business Philadelphia Magazine as “Top 100 People to Watch,” among others.
Mr. Lindsay’s keen business savvy coupled with his collaboration with A-list talent has made the Rap Snacks brand a favorite among consumers. Rap Snacks: The Snack for the Culture.

If you’re hosting a Grinch-themed Christmas party and aren’t sure what to serve, we’ve got you covered. With 40 Grinch party food and drink ideas, you’re sure to find some options that your friends will love.

The Grinch is coming to town.

That means you’re in charge of throwing a Christmas party that won’t be ruined by his shenanigans.

You want to keep it classy, but also festive and fun.

And most importantly, you don’t want your guests to go hungry! Or thirsty!

Don’t worry. We’ve got all the Grinchy food ideas you need for an epic holiday soiree.

From drinks and appetizers to cookies and desserts, these recipes are easy enough that anyone can make them

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Let’s start with the Grinch dessert recipes.

Because I’m an “eat your dessert first” kind of person.

Grinch Cupcakes With A Heart Inside – entertainingdiva.com

If you’re willing to put in a little work, these Grinch cupcakes with a heart inside, and the Grinch face made with buttercream frosting on top are the cutest Christmas dessert ever! And they look awesome on a Grinch party dessert table.

Peppermint Grinch Cupcakes – playpartyplan.com

For a Grinch cupcake recipe that takes a little less work, try this peppermint version. They
combine an easy cupcake recipe with peppermint buttercream frosted on top to look like the Grinch in a Santa hat.

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Mint & Chocolate Grinch Brownies – shugarysweets.com

If you love mint and chocolate together (me!), then you’ll want to try this Grinch brownie recipe. It’s made with green mint ganache and mint Oreos combined with fudgy brownies and red hot candies. Don’t they look awesome?

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Homemade Grinch Brownies With Green Frosting – playpartyplan.com

These delicious homemade brownies combine Mint Oreos and a vibrant green chocolate ganache. With the red heart sprinkles they definitely have some Grinch flair.

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Christmas Grinch Fudge – threeolivesbranch.com

This Christmas Grinch Fudge is a simple microwave recipe made with white chocolate that has been colored green. Topped with large red heart sprinkles, it’s a Grinch dessert that everyone will love.

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Grinch Donuts – simplisticallyliving.com

For all the donut lovers! These green donuts covered with green icing and red candy hearts make great Grinch desserts that’ll have everyone coming back for more.

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How To Make Grinch Rice Krispie Pops – ourwabisabilife.com

If you don’t want to do any cooking, you can use store-bought rice krispie treats to put together these Grinch pops. So easy to serve at a party and the kids will love them.

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Grinch Rice Krispies Treats – gracegigglesandnaptime.com

Or you can use this green rice krispie treats recipe to make them from scratch with a few simple ingredients. Then cut them into heart shapes to go with the Grinch theme.

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Grinch Cookie Recipes

Now we’re on to the cookie portion of our Grinch food ideas list.

Because you can’t have a Christmas party without cookies!

Green Grinch Heart Sugar Cookies (With A Gluten-Free Version) – entertainingdiva.com

These Grinch heart sugar cookies are super easy to make (there’s no icing involved!). Made with peppermint flavoring and green food color, they look and taste like Christmas.

Grinch Cookies with Fur Frosting – findingzest.com

Covered with green frosting that’s made to look like fur, these sugar cookies are so adorable! They’re topped with red ganache hearts in three sizes, just like the Grinch’s heart in How The Grinch Stole Christmas.

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Thick Grinch Cookies – recipesfromapantry.com

This Grinch cookie recipe gives you the option of making them with a cake mix or from scratch. So you get to decide how much work you want to do.

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Double-Layered Grinch Sugar Cookies – everydayfamilycooking.com

Try this recipe for the Grinch version of a Linzer cookie. These double-layered cookies are super easy to make and use a cream cheese frosting to hold the cookies together. Yum!

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Cake Mix Grinch Cookies – funcookierecipes.com

Since these cookies are made with cake mix, they are about as easy as it gets to put together. And their green color and red heart definitely looks Grinch-inspired.

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Grinch Snowball Cookies – cookingwithcurls.com

No Grinch cookie collection would be complete without some green snowball cookies covered in white powdered sugar. And this recipe is made with pistachios and cranberries for added holiday flavor.

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4-Ingredient Grinch Cookies – thisvivaciouslife.com

Made with only 4 ingredients, these Grinch cookies are super easy to make. And you don’t have to add any food coloring to get them to turn out green.

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Grinch Peppermint Cookies – entertainingdiva.com

For a break from all the green, try these red and white slice & bake peppermint cookies. They are easy to make, can be frozen until you need them, and look very festive…the perfect holiday party cookie!

Appetizers

While Grinch Christmas parties often revolve around desserts, cookies and drinks, you may also want to serve some “real” food.

Don’t worry! We’ve got you covered, starting with these appetizer recipes.

Cranberry Salsa Bites – entertainingdiva.com

This cranberry salsa bites recipe is the perfect Christmas party appetizer. It looks festive, tastes great, and can be made ahead of time. And the red color pairs perfectly with all the green food at a Grinch party.

Easy Avocado Guacamole Dip Recipe – entertainingdiva.com

Another super easy party appetizer that fits right in with the Grinch theme is guacamole. Served with chips or veggies, it’s always a hit.

Grinch Popcorn – cookingwithcurls.com

Grinch-y green popcorn with red heart sprinkles! Need I say more? This is the perfect finger food for a Grinch party.

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Grinch Chocolate Pretzel Squares – mooreorlesscooking.com

These Grinch pretzel squares are covered with different colors of candy melts to create a Grinch-inspired design that’s easy to serve for a crowd.

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Grinch Pretzel Bites – onmykidsplate.com

Or you can use twisty pretzels with caramel and candy melts to create these easy Grinch pretzel bites.

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Minty Grinch Dip – whoneedsacape.com

I’m not sure if this qualifies as a dessert or an appetizer. But in any case, it’s minty, green and made with cream cheese. Which makes it perfect for dipping fruit, cookies or even veggies.

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Salads & Main Dishes

In case you’re going to be serving a meal at your Grinch Christmas party, here are a few recipes that will fit in with the green and red color scheme.

Easy Classic Coleslaw – entertainingdiva.com

While not specifically Grinch-themed, coleslaw is a great salad to serve for a crowd. The cabbage is the perfect green color and it doesn’t wilt easily so it’s a great dish for the buffet table. Add in some red peppers and top with cherry tomatoes to add some extra Christmas flair.

Pistachio Fruit Salad (or Watergate Salad) – entertainingdiva.com

This green fluff salad recipe is made with pistachio pudding mix which gives it a green color that is perfect for a Grinch themed party. And it tastes even better when it’s made a day ahead of time. Which is always a party planning bonus in my books.

Green Burritos – quichemygrits.com

These Burritos are stuffed with seasoned chicken and an amazing cheese sauce, then smothered with avocado, salsa verde, cilantro and lime. Which meakes them just the right color to add to your Grinch-inspired food list.

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Grinch Waffles – simplisticallyliving.com

Move over boring plain waffles! If you’re planning a Grinch-themed Christmas brunch, then these made-from-scratch green waffles are the perfect addition to your menu.

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Non-Alcoholic Drinks

Now on to the Grinch drinks, starting with the non-alcoholic ones that everyone can enjoy.

Non-alcoholic Grinch Punch – simplisticallyliving.com

This non-alcoholic Grinch punch has a great green color that looks very Christmas-y when poured into a glass rimmed with red sugar. A great holiday party recipe for all ages.

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Grinch Peppermint Hot Chocolate – theparentspot.com

This homemade Grinch hot chocolate is made with mint chocolate chips for a fresh take on the winter classic.

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Grinch Float – mooreorlesscooking.com

If you love floats, then this Grinch drink recipe is for you! Lime sherbet adds to the flavor and the green color.

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Grinch Hot Chocolate Bombs – julieblanner.com

These Grinch hot chocolate bombs are a fun way to serve hot chocolate. Or you can give them away as party favors and let your guests continue the Grinch party at home.

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Dark Green Grinch Hot Chocolate Bombs – downredbuddrive.com

Since hot chocolate bombs are so popular, there are many ways you can make them. Including this recipe with a dark green shell that melts into a perfect color for a Grinch-inspired drink.

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Mint and Marshmallow Hot Chocolate Bombs – thesoccermomblog.com

Made with mint chocolate and marshmallows, these hot chocolate bombs add a twist to the traditional hot chocolate recipe. And of course some green Grinch coloring to the mix.

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3-ingredient Grinch Punch – 4theloveoffoodblog.com

For a non-alcoholic drink that uses raspberries as its pop of red, try this super easy Grinch punch recipe. Only 3 ingredients!

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Grinch Cocktails

Last but not least are all of our Grinch cocktail recipes.

These adult beverages will make sure everyone is getting in on the Christmas spirit.

Grinch Apple Jello Shots – entertainingdiva.com

I never have a party without serving Jello shots. And these apple-flavored ones topped with a strawberry and whipped cream Santa hat are perfect for a Grinch-themed party menu.

Grinch Jello Shots – thesoccermomblog.com

For a peppermint flavored Jello shot with a Grinch-inspired red heart, try this recipe that will add an extra kick to your holiday party.

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Apple and Melon Grinch Cocktail – christmascraftsandrecipes.com

This green Grinch cocktail recipe is made from apple vodka and melon liqueur for a tasty adult beverage that is perfect for a holiday party.

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Fruity Grinch Cocktail – ourwabisabilife.com

This adult beverage option combines orange, melon and pineapple flavors to make a refreshing fruity Grinch cocktail that everyone will love.

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Spiked Grinch Hot Chocolate – cookingwithcurls.com

For a Grinch-inspired hot chocolate with a kick, try this recipe that uses white chocolate and your choice of liqueur to customize the flavor to your taste.

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Tropical Grinch Cocktail – shugarysweets.com

This fun and fruity alcoholic Grinch Drink is the perfect cocktail recipe for your upcoming Christmas holiday party!! Garnished with orange slices and maraschino cherries, you almost feel like you’re on vacation in the tropics while you’re drinking it.

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Grinch Martini – entertainingdiva.com

While not specifically a Grinch recipe, these apple martinis are the perfect color! Add red sanding sugar around the rim of the glass (instead of green) and you have a great Grinch martini that everyone will love.

That’s it for my Grinch party food and drink ideas. Hopefully you’ve found some green and red recipes that will make your holiday get-together the talk of the town.

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If you’re creative, able to stay calm under pressure and a brilliant organiser who never misses a deadline you will make successful wedding planner

Wedding planning sounds like a fun, glamorous and exciting career and often it is. But it’s not an easy job to do. You need to be highly driven and determined in order to succeed.

What do wedding planners do?

As a wedding planner you’ll be responsible for organising weddings and ensuring that the day runs smoothly, as well as acting as a calming influence on your clients.

Professional wedding planners offer several levels of service, such as:

• Full wedding planning – organise every last detail of the wedding.
• Partial wedding planning – be responsible for some aspects of the wedding while leaving others to the clients.
• On-the-day management – provide support on the wedding day itself.

On a typical full wedding project, you’ll start by discussing your clients’ initial ideas and budget, then make a proposal setting out what you can do and how much you’ll charge for your services (a fixed fee or sometimes a percentage of the total cost of the wedding).

Once you’re hired, you’ll draw up a masterplan that sets out everything that needs to be done and by what deadline.

Tasks include coming up with possible themes, suggesting and booking a venue, and negotiating with suppliers such as photographers, florists and caterers – always bearing in mind the amount of money your clients have set aside.

It’s vital you have a comprehensive knowledge of venues, products and suppliers, so a lot of travel and background research is required.

In the run up to a wedding you’ll need to be prepared to work long hours, including evenings and weekends – especially in the spring and summer when you’re likely to have multiple projects ongoing. You’ll also attend on the wedding day to oversee the logistics.

The reward is to see the happy couple enjoying their big day thanks to your planning and organisation.

Wedding planners are often self-employed and, in this case, you’ll have additional administrative tasks such as your accounts and promoting your services, usually by creating and maintaining a website.

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Do I need specific skills and qualifications?

There are no particular qualifications required to become a wedding planner – it’s much more important to gain experience. You won’t be hired to plan somebody’s wedding if you don’t have a history of successfully organising events.

You may be able to get some experience by planning your own wedding or those of friends and family. Another option is to search for local wedding planners and ask them for work experience or opportunities to shadow them.

While not essential, an academic background in hospitality and event management will help you develop the right skillset. Find out about event management courses at undergraduate and postgraduate level. If you choose the university route, get involved in societies and clubs and be proactive in organising their events.

For specific tutoring in wedding planning, short and online courses are available through organisations such as:

If you intend to be self-employed, look for courses that include modules on setting up and running a business. Learn more about self-employment.

You’ll need to have these key skills if you want to be a successful wedding planner:

• Calm under pressure – your clients will expect everything to be perfect. They may take some of their stress out on you, or a supplier might let you down at the last minute. You’ll need to able to deal with all of this in a professional manner.
• Communication skills – you’ll have to advise your clients, but also listen to them. It’s their day, not yours, and your job is to ensure everything is as they want it.
• Creativity – whatever the theme or style favoured by your clients, you’ll have to be creative and stay on top of the latest trends to put together a wedding to remember.
• Strong research skills – it’s your job to meet the brief of your client and so it’s important that you know where to look for all the weird and wonderful requests you will have to meet.
• Entrepreneurial spirit – you’ll usually be responsible for marketing your services and growing your business.
• Good with money – as well as managing your own finances, you’ll be given responsibility for spending someone else’s money. Staying within the budget you’ve been given is essential.
• Organisational skills – juggling the many different elements of a wedding isn’t an easy task and you’ll need to be able to stay on top of it all. Not only that, but you’re likely to have more than one wedding on the go.
• Time management – there’s no stricter deadline than a wedding day, so it’s vital that you can get things done efficiently and effectively to the highest of standards.
• Tough negotiation skills – being able to haggle down the price with suppliers and venues will ensure you get the best prices and keep your clients happy.

How do I get a wedding planner job?

Many wedding planners are self-employed, so it’s not unusual to set up your own practice early in your career.

However, wedding planning companies do exist and often advertise vacancies on their websites – alternatively you can send a speculative application. Your first job could be as an assistant wedding planner. Search the internet to find relevant companies in your area.

You should try to get some experience to help you land a job. Offer your services to a local wedding planner or wedding venue, just to get your foot in the door. Show them what you can do and before long, a permanent position will be yours for the taking.

According to the National Careers Service you can expect an average starting salary of £17,000, which can rise to £29,000 with experience. Your salary will increase as you gain more experience and build your reputation.

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