Setting the mood with ghoulish sound effects and fun Halloween music. Dim lighting and a house strewn with images of ghosts, skeletons, witches and macabre creatures. Preparing food that resemble body parts of humans like fingers, ears, heart, eyeballs, bones, skulls, nose and tongue, using spooky and gross name for your recipes. Throwing a party for a holiday that screams (it is Halloween after all) for over-the-top decorative design, with everyone in costume…it seems to me that the party is almost handed to everyone on a silver platter.

Just think about how much fun you can have with the preparation and decoration alone. There are so many neat little elements available that can set the mood. Check out this new assortment of wine & party accessories from Wine Enthusiast.

Bats About ‘U’ Etched Tumblers (Set of 2)

The Halloween spirit soars with every sip! That’s because we all share something in common with our little winged friends—we’re batty about “the red stuff”. Wine, that is! These mouth-blown tumblers feature a bevy of etched bats, the perfect tribute for wine lovers who savor Allhallows Eve. Specially shaped to bring out the full flavor and bouquet of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and other red wines. Also perfect for any other potion you wish to serve, punch to pop! From of our best-selling line of holiday-themed U glasses. Lead-free crystal collectibles available only at Wine Enthusiast. Dishwasher safe. $19.95 $14.99

Skull Swizzle Sticks (Set of 12)

The headiest way to cause a stir! It’s not an exciting Halloween cocktail till you add the finishing touch—a swizzle stick topped with a grinning skull. How many stirrers make serving Devil’s Punch a dead-on delight or Black Martinis a monster good time? Only these! Hand-painted resin skulls with clear beverage-safe sticks. Hand wash. $19.95

Halloween falls on a Saturday this year so there are no excuses, and since it is Halloween, there will be no remorse! Find the best Halloween coupons here, and scare up a good time!

I made a mental note to tell my wife when I got home, we both LOVE ice cream! Luckily we don’t BINGE per say but we did get a little carried away while Sara was pregnant. It doesn’t help that we both share an affection for Baskin Robbins that is rooted in joyful childhood memories. I distinctly remember more than once, both of us laying in a bed and dreamily discussing our favorite things from the land of 31 Flavors.

Here are some of my favorite sweet treats from Baskin Robbins:

Clown Cone

Who knew that an ice cream cone turned upside down could be so much fun? Wow truer words have rarely been spoken. Many was the time that I stared longingly at the Clown Cone within the Baskin Robbins case as a child, and I have retained that fascination into adulthood. So much so, that my frequent rejoinder upon hearing that someone is heading to Baskin Robbbins is “You going for a clown cone?”

Peanut Butter Banana Waffle Bowl Sundae

Admittedly this one is not for amateurs, nor is it for someone who isn’t serious about a true ice cream indulgence. I might only go for one of these over-the-top waffle bowl sundaes one or twice a year, but boy do I love it every time I do. Two scoops of Vanilla Ice Cream and banana slices. It’s then topped with Reese ’s Peanut Butter sauce and chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups and served in a freshly baked waffle bowl. My God.

Grasshopper Pie

Now it is my firm opinion that if you receive an ice cream cake or pie for your birthday, you will truly feel like you rule the world. I don’t think it really matters what ice cream flavor or style of cake is your favorite, they all achieve the same effect. The Grasshopper Pie is both the favorite of myself and my wife. Mint Chocolate Chip ice cream topped off with a fudge lattice design and loads of whipped cream in an Oreo Cookie pie crust. I dream of this every year, but rarely have I actually received it. I like to believe that it’s because I am a complicated creature, and that no one really understands me.

Speaking of birthdays…did you know that you can receive free ice cream and more at Baskin Robbins for your birthday? That’s right, join the Birthday Club and receive a free scoop! This is addition to special Baskin Robbins coupons, deals, and sneak peaks at new flavors and treats!

Got this in my Inbox and had to share the loving… I heart Souplantation in a major way!

Simply PRINT these coupons out and bring to your nearest Souplantation! (Expires 8/9/09)

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Shop for a personal and delicious summer gift for your loved ones and friends this Summer!

You’ll find a happy design on these 6 and a half gallon tins filled with a 3-way combo of cheese, butter, and caramel corn. Oh good grief my stomach just grumbled.. 

Add a delicate white cheddar and make it a 4-way. Try them and personalize the gift by adding a photo and include a funny message or personal message.

It truly is a one of a kind gift!

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Omaha Steak Coupons. These are the three golden words to remember…The-Perfect-Barbecue! The Perfect Barbeque features a host of favorites including our lean and robust Top Sirloins, meaty Pork Chops, savory Stuffed Sole, Gourmet Franks, Boneless Chicken Breasts and Stuffed Baked Potatoes.