Details: Groan-Ups' Halloween Party

Halloween isn't just for kids anymore! For a great grown-ups' party, try these simple, easy crafts and recipes.

By Wendy Kalen, Recipe Developer Lisa Bell, Food Stylist Dianna Nolin, Photographer Scott Little, Prop Stylist Carol Linnan

Buffet Menu & DecorMenu

Adam's Ribs
Hotter Than Hades Steak and Salsa Bites
The Eyeball Assortment:
--Snake Eyes (Grapes stuffed with sweetened mascarpone cheese, black pepper, and prosciutto)
--Red Eye Specials (roma tomatoes stuffed with pesto and bocconcini)
--Here's Lookin' at You (meatballs served in phyllo cups with zesty red sauce)
Chicken "Fingers" with Romanian Romesco Dipping Sauce
Devils on Horseback: Grilled Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp with Spicy Remoulade
Devil Dog Redux
MisFortune Cookies

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Decor

Bring the buffet and room to life, as it were, with these simple, special touches. A quick trip to any craft store will yield all the materials you need -- your attic or basement might, too.

Spider webs (fake ones) deftly spread over the table, lamps, and windows
Spiders (plastic ones), charmingly placed in surprising nooks and on food platters
Candles -- make sure to get the drippy kind
Mini pumpkins, both white and orange
Artificial twiggy vines with small red berries
Strings of fake oak or maple leaves spray-painted black and artfully displayed

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