The Longest Halloween Week Ever
Things that make you go BOO-OOO-OOO! We are going to break down Halloween this year by bringing out all the ghoulish puns and spooky sayings. So many ways to get “spirited” this Halloween, which is on Tuesday, October 31. You know what that means - festivities are gonna go all weekend long. So find all the events and happenings (including all the Dia de los Muertos celebrations and offerings) in our events calendar and see the ticks & treats below:
Bewitching Sips (Spooky Season): Introducing "El Coco Be-Witched" – a spellbinding concoction that will enchant your taste buds this fall at Cafe Unido. Crafted with the finest rum, rich coffee liqueur, and a homemade infusion of Catuai Espresso, along with their secret blend of coconut and spices syrup, this cocktail is a bewitching fusion of flavors. Topped with a garnish of cocoa and coconut flakes, "El Coco Be-Witched" is a sensory journey that transports you to an autumnal paradise. 908 W St NW; cafeunido.com
Tastes Spooktacular (Ghoulish Treats): Baked by Yael’s Spooktacular Halloween Collection is back and it’s spookier than ever. Treats include Halloween cakepops in an assortment of characters, Pupkin duffins (Duffin = a cake doughnut and muffin in one), and more. 3000 Connecticut Ave. NW; bakedbyyael.com
NEW: Whose Boo Are You?: Conrad has spooky drinks for the Halloween season. Estuary offers a selection of handcrafted fall cocktails with 'Deceptive Fall' taking center stage. This smoky cocktail brings in the rich flavors of the spooky season. This cocktail is made with El Silencio Mezcal, Aperol, Passion Fruit Puree, Lemon Juice, and Tajin. 950 New York Avenue NW; conradwashingtondc.com
Candy Corn and Chardonnay..?! (Spooky Spirit Alert): Little Black Bird has added ghoulishly good Halloween candy & wine pairings to their menu. Four delicious pairings are being added to the menu and will be available through November 5. Prices range from $14 to $17 for a piece of candy and a five-ounce wine pour. Try the chardonnay and candy corn, the orange Muscat & Circus Peanuts, and more. 3309 Connecticut Avenue NW; littleblackbirddc.com
Spooky Serenata (Spooky Spirit Alert): Serenata has introduced "La Catrina," a captivating blend of tradition and innovation. Inspired by the rich history of Dia de los Muertos and the iconic Candy Skull caricatures, this cocktail pays homage to the irreverent spirit of Jose Guadalupe Posada's art. Crafted with Montelobos Espadin Mezcal, Roasted Pumpkin Spice, Amaro y Arroyo Liqueur, Corn Tea, Calendula Petals, and Aquafaba, "La Catrina" harmoniously fuses the essence of corn and garbanzo in a delightful and savory fusion. 1280 4th St NE; serenatadc.com
They’re Not Haunted, Just Vegan & Dairy Free (Ghoulish Treats): Vegan and dairy free ghouls and goblins don’t have to let dietary restrictions haunt their Halloween at Sticky Fingers Bakery. Halloween treats include the haunted gingerbread kit, eyeball cake pops, and more. 1370 Park Road NW; stickyfingersbakery.com
Spirit World Pairings at dLeña (Día de los Muertos Alert): dLeña has announced the return of its annual Día de los Muertos dining celebration this fall. From now through Sunday, November 5, you are invited to experience the artistry of dLeña’s kitchen and bar programs on a journey that blends the lines between the spirit world and the physical realm. dLeña will feature a few of these paired themed menu items including the Empanadas de Muertos ($15) with guajillo, corn masa, cheese, chicken tinga, crema fresca, avocado, and cilantro purée from the ‘physical’ world, paired with an avocado mezcal shot from the ‘spirit’ world, and Filete de Mole Negro ($55) with beef tenderloin, housemade mole negro, heirloom carrot, butternut squash purée, marigold, and microgreen from the ‘physical’ world, paired with a mezcal sour from the ‘spirit’ world. 476 K Street NW; dlenadc.com
Haunting Spirits (Spooky Spirit Alert): It's never too late to embrace the spookiness at Urbano. Try chilling concoctions, including the Franken Sour with vodka, Blue Curacao, pineapple juice, and egg white, or indulge in the mysterious allure of the Uncommon Treat, featuring tequila, honey, Aperol, passion fruit juice, blackberry syrup, and egg white. These spine-tingling libations are the perfect way to add a touch of the macabre to your evening and create unforgettable memories. Each priced at $16. Cheers to a hauntingly good time at Urbano. 116 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314; urbano116.com
