Where food, fandoms & fun collide
Welcome to Theme Dinner Nights — my favourite excuse to turn an ordinary evening into a full-blown event.
These posts are all about themed dinners inspired by movies, TV shows, books (obvs), games, decades, and pure vibes. Think cosy nights in, mildly unhinged menus, themed snacks, silly names for dishes, and moments where I absolutely went too far… but in the best way.
Some nights are planned to perfection.
Others are “this sounded fun in my head at 3pm” energy.
All of them? Made with love, snacks, and a touch of chaos.
Whether it’s a bookish feast, a throwback decade night, or a movie marathon with matching food — this is where it all lives.
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💥 Dinner: Busted! A Mythbusters Theme Night
Who says October has to be spooky? 💥 This month’s date night went full science mode with a Mythbusters-inspired feast, lab decor, and experimental fun…
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🌙🍴 Theme Nights Begin! New Girl, Nachos & Nostalgia 💖
Kicking off themed date nights at home to celebrate 15 years together! Starting with a “New Girl” theme—delicious food, fun decor, and lots of laughs.…
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Theme Dinner Nights aren’t about perfection — they’re about making memories, leaning into the fun, and giving yourself permission to be a bit extra. Some ideas are simple, some are chaotic, and some spiral into full table décor situations… but that’s half the joy.
If you’re looking for inspiration, ideas to steal, or just proof that themed dinners don’t have to be fancy to be magical — you’re in the right place.
Now grab a plate, pick a theme, and let’s make dinner an event 🥂✨
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