To satisfy your cravings throughout the night, you’ll need to equip yourself with snacks. A traditional classic in this regard would have to be Parkin Cake, a spiced gingerbread cake. Its rich and warming flavours, along with a dollop of whipped cream or custard, will keep you feeling nostalgic. Next up, a personal favourite of mine with any bonfire is marshmallows. They are not only delicious but also garner major bragging rights if you learn the ancient art of roasting them. While it is great to indulge, let’s not forget about our health by having some fruit. Always remember, a toffee apple a day gives your doctor mixed signals.
When you think of drinks, think of warm and cozy
When thinking about the main, think sausages and potatoes. Craving a British classic, try sausages with mash, peas, and gravy with a side of bonfire toffee. The brittle toffee adds a sweet crunch to keep things exciting. Want a one-hand wonder? Look no further than a classic hot dog, or if you’re feeling a little more fancy, add some caramelised onion to make it a French onion hot dog. Adding a brioche bun can also add a level of sophistication in case you’re trying to impress a special someone. The options are limitless. The hot dog formula can also be remixed by making a Catherine Wheel sausage burger. This is a burger in which the patty is replaced by a long sausage that is made into a spiral and skewered before cooking to keep it in shape. Now if nothing tickles your fancy, you can always dig into a jacket potato with toppings only limited by your imagination.
Finally, when you think of drinks, think of warm and cozy. I hope when you thought of warm and cosy, you thought of mulled wine and hot chocolate! Red wine gently simmered with cinnamon, star anise, whole cloves, and orange peel makes a mulled wine that causes you wish it was Christmas already. Hot chocolate varies vastly; decisions whether to add milk or cream, chocolate or cocoa, marshmallows or not come down to personal preference. I’m not one to impose hot chocolate laws.
I hope you now feel well equipped for a night of eating that is highly nutritious for your happiness.
