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Issue No. 1155: October 2021
Halloween, here we come! Now’s the week to get into the spooky spirit, so get your candy bowls ready and your cauldrons boiling. Today we’ve rounded up some DIY sweet treats that you’ll want to keep all to yourself, pumpkin-packed recipes, wines for fall and more! Read on for all the festive fun.

And don't forget to tune in this weekend for an ALL NEW episode of Goodtaste with Tanji!

Cheers!
Tanji
Photo Credit: Mom Foodie
5 Homemade Treats That Will Win Halloween
Let the trick-or-treaters keep their candy because we're whipping up our own scary-good treats. From a ghoulish chocolate bark to DIY candy corn, find some of the most deliciously haunting goodies for the entire family HERE.
Photo Credit: The Pioneer Woman
6 Epic Pumpkin Recipes to Make NOW
Pumpkins aren’t just for carving! From a silken Indian-style lassi to a mile-high pie, you can make a meal from start to finish using fall’s favorite squash. Just don't forget to save the seeds for snacking! Find the recipes HERE.
Photo Credit: A Beautiful Mess
Grown-Up Approved Halloween Treats
Get in the spooky spirit with these adult-approved sweet treats—and don't worry, we didn't forget the boo-ze! Check out our grown-up-friendly Halloween treats HERE.
Photo Credit: Epicurious
Slice Hearty Fall Vegetables with Ease
Squash, turnips, sweet potatoes and more are finally in season and that means lots of slicing! If you have hearty vegetable dishes like soups, stews and gratins on your mind this season, then these kitchen tools from Mission Restaurant Supply will make them a whole lot easier. Learn more HERE.
Tanji’s Wine Finds: Brady Vineyard Zinfandel
Perfect for pairing with anything from Halloween candy to a cozy pot roast, the Brady Vineyard Zinfandel ($20) from Paso Robles is one of Tanji’s favorites for this time of year. This full-bodied wine delivers gentle acidity with ripe raspberries, rich vanilla and cracked black pepper. Find this bottle and more of Tanji's H-E-B wine picks for fall HERE.
Photo Credit: Chi’lantro BBQ
Tanji’s Dine Finds: Chi’lantro BBQ
Austin is well known for its barbecue and tacos, but locals can’t get enough of the famous Kimchi Fries from Chi’lantro. A combination of tangy kimchi, steak, gooey cheese and French fries, this clever mash up put this Korean BBQ spot on the map. They now have six locations serving up Korean fried chicken, burrito-style ssäms and more. Plan your next visit HERE.
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