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Movie nights are typical while celebrating holidays or the New Year in the winters. Celebrating your new year with movie night is an excellent idea as you get to spend the night with your family in a cosy space. Many households have a tradition of movie nights during the holiday season to bond with family. Make your movie night on the eve of the new year more special by watching a feel-good movie and eating the foods from the movie to make your movie night more real and elegant.
There can be a lot of food that you can try from the movies, making your experience more authentic. You can either select snacks from the specific film and move to the main course, you can also choose a particular movie which has lots of foods and recreate these snacks and the main courses for the same.
A typical example of this activity can be that if you are looking out for the Barbie movie, Everything you put on your dinner table will be pink, from snacks to the main course. This can be an enjoyable activity, and it can also be the core memory for everyone in the new year.
1. Dal Makhani From Bawarchi
You can try creamy and flavorful lentil curry from the movie to make it real. The dal makhani in "Bawarchi" is known for its luxurious texture and a harmonious blend of spices. You can elevate the taste with a garnish of fresh cream and coriander. Experience the heartwarming scene where the bawarchi (cook) demonstrates his culinary skills by preparing the delectable dal makhani, showcasing the transformative power of food in bringing a family together.
2. Paneer Tikka From The Lunchbox
The scenes where the characters share the intricacies of their lives through the exchange of the lunchbox, including the delicious paneer tikka, reflect the emotional connection created through food. Eating paneer tikka while watching the movie can be a perfect starter for your movie night.
3. Zafrani Pulao From Cheeni Kum
Try the dish shown in the movie for your royal dinner. The zafrani pulao in "Cheeni Kum" is known for its rich aroma and saffron kick. You can mix it with raita for a sweet burst. Also, you can sprinkle almonds on top for added crunch. Recreate the scene in the movie, which captures the essence of fine dining as the characters savour the exquisite flavours of the zafrani pulao, adding a touch of elegance to the narrative.
4. Hyderabadi Biryani From Daawat-e-Ishq
The grand food competition scene in the film showcases the artistry and complexity of Hyderabadi biryani, contributing to the overall narrative. The royalness and the roots of biryani are beautifully showcased, and this dish is a perfect dish to have while watching the movie. One can also have it with a raita and kebab of their choice.
5. Luv Shuv Tey Chicken Khurana
Want to devour a hearty dish? Try the dish from the climax that revolves around the protagonist's attempt to recreate the secret family recipe for Chicken Khurana, creating a heartwarming and emotional connection to the dish. You can add chopped cilantro and ginger juliennes for extra taste.
6. Ratatouille Dish From Ratatouille
You can recreate the scene in Ratatouille where Remy, the rat, assembles the colourful ratatouille dish in the kitchen, with each vegetable slice meticulously arranged to perfection. Ratatouille blends savoury, earthy, and herby flavours from roasted vegetables, herbs, and tomato sauce. One can sprinkle freshly chopped thyme, rosemary, or oregano to enhance the herb flavours.
7. Barbie's Pink Popcorn From Barbie
Fan of sweet popcorn? Why not try pink popcorn? The popcorn tastes sweet and creamy from the pink chocolate or strawberry-flavoured white chocolate. One can also use bubble-gum-flavoured chocolate to attain the same colour. Also, a bit of cotton candy above the hot popcorn to make it more soft and sugary can add lots of fun to the dish. Make the Barbie aesthetic authentic by serving the pink popcorn in elegant pink bowls.
8. Kevin's Macaroni And Cheese From Home Alone
Remember the iconic scene in Home Alone where Kevin prepares his macaroni and cheese? You can elevate the dish by adding savoury and crispy crumbled bacon. You can also sprinkle lots of chopped chives or green onions. The macaroni and cheese are creamy, cheesy, and comforting, providing a nostalgic and hearty taste, perfect for winters. Serve it in a cosy dining room with a plaid tablecloth to capture the exact movie scene.
