Oscar Party Recipes

Planning an Oscar Party? Find a menu of healthy recipes inspired by the Oscar nominees to serve at your get-together.
February 23, 2011
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Credit: Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Treat your guests with thoughtful party foods that celebrate the best films of the year.

2013 Oscar Movie-Themed Recipes

  • Lemongrass and Garlic Shrimp, Life of Pi
    In this epic quest from India to Canada, Pi must overcome trials and adversity with the help of an unexpected companion in order to survive after a tragic shipwreck. Perfect as a party appetizer, the name of the seafood in this dish is a clever play on the tiger that joins Pi while he is stranded at sea.
    View Recipe: Lemongrass and Garlic Shrimp
  • Apple-Toffee Hand Pies, Lincoln
    Known for being a simple eater and avoiding foods with much frill, Lincoln enjoyed snacking on apples, and we love that these individual apple pies are simple, tasty, and easy to serve at a large Oscar gathering.
    View Recipe: Apple-Toffee Hand Pies
  • Triple-Chocolate Cake, Silver Linings Playbook
    In this story, main character Pat needs all the help he can get to stay ahead after being released from a mental institution. Our “mind-boosting” cake might be just the trick and will definitely blow the minds of your guests with its rich flavors and textures.
    View Recipe: Triple-Chocolate Cake
  • Fried Catfish with Hush Puppies and Tartar Sauce, Beasts of the Southern Wild
    The fiercest little girl you’ve ever seen, lead character Hushpuppy—a role which earned 9-year old Quvenzhané Wallis an Oscar nomination—goes on an unexpected journey after a devastating storm hits her home in Louisiana. Rooting for Beasts on Sunday? Serve our favorites from the bayou: Fried catfish with hush puppies, of course.
    View Recipe: Fried Catfish with Hush Puppies and Tartar Sauce
  • Mississippi Mud Pie, Django Unchained
    All is fair in love and war, at least as far as Django is concerned in this tale of slavery and heartbreak. In honor of his journey to Mississippi to rescue his wife, we deem this Mississippi Mud Pie to be the perfect dessert to celebrate such a wonderful film.
    View Recipe: Mississippi Mud Pie
  • Scottish Shortbread from Sunset, Brave
    This animated film is great for kids and adults alike, telling the story of Princess Merida as she tries to define her own independent path in life. She exhibits great bravery in her quest to right her wrongs and would deserve a treat as savory as shortbread for her valiant efforts.
    View Recipe: Scottish Shortbread
  • Baguette, Les Misérables   
    Set in 19th-century France, Les Mis tells the tale of desperation, love, heartache, and triumph in a compelling interpretation of Victor Hugo's epic story. Bake a homemade French baguette worth stealing and serve with butter as a snack for guests.
    View Recipe: Baguette
  • Classic Dry Martini, Skyfall
    There's nothing James Bond likes more than a martini "shaken, not stirred" in his quest to defeat the antagonist of the moment. Our version varies slightly, but remains reminiscent of the Hollywood cocktail and is perfect to serve to guests throughout your viewing party.
    View Recipe: Classic Dry Martini 

2011 Oscar Menu

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  • Apple Martini, The Social Network 
    In the initial meeting between Facebook co-founders Mark Zuckerberg and Eduardo Saverin and Napster co-founder Sean Parker, Parker buys the table a few rounds of appletinis. Recreate the drink at home and serve it as guests enter.
    View Recipe: Apple Martinis

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