For many, watching movies and shows is a favorite pastime, or even a hobby and passion. That makes it a winning bet that your friends wouldn’t mind—would love, even—a movie marathon together. And while curating your movie playlist should be the first order of business, the night’s menu is a close second. In this case, that’s a feast of snacks to energize you and your friends through a long, thrilling night in front of the silver screen.
As chocolates are to Valentine’s, cakes are to birthdays, and lechon are to fiestas, we know popcorn is a must at the movies. This guide takes it a step further with a playlist that pairs movie genres and the best snacks to have them with.
Melt in comfort
When the odds bury the underdog and the web of drama is too twisted to find a way out unscathed—a good tub of ice cream helps soothe you through the tearjerker the plot has become. Its coolness calms, while the smooth, creamy richness provides the much-needed pick-me-up to carry you through the next heart-wrenching plot twist. Settle in with Carmen’s Best for the best pint of comfort: deliciously decadent and guilt-free. For more specific cravings, explore Ben & Jerry’s range of creative flavors for a unique cold treat that hits the spot like nothing else.
Hot and punchy
Hot chips and intense flavors electrify the tongue just like how adrenaline-filled action flicks get your blood pumping. It’s a sizzling punch of flavor that’s perfectly in tune with explosions, car chases, and flawless fight scenes that pull you to the edge of your seat. Hop on the bold adventure of Irvin’s salted egg chips and fish skin. For a healthier option with just as much punch, Sitsaron Vegnet cracklings give you all the mouthwatering goodness of bagnet but minus the pork.
The feel-good classic
The classic indulgence of chocolate is a well-loved treat no matter the time or place. It makes you feel good; naturally, it suits feel-good movies and happy endings. These are your romcoms, the light-hearted musicals, those thoughtful films that give you heart, hope, and a lesson. Chocolate adds even more serotonin to the mix. So pick your indulgence: the giddy experience of Chocolove bars, Bombones Valcorchero’s tart, fruit-centered bonbons, and the pure and proud local chocolate by Malagos Chocolate, among other delicious delights.
Candy wonderland
Sweet treats are a good way to put a smile on someone’s face—which makes candies the perfect match to colorful comedies and family movies that leave you roaring with laughter. And with so much variety, there’s something to satisfy every palate: healthy Zollipop lollies, gummies of every shape from The Natural Confectionary Co., super lemon and cola candies by Nobel, and more. Both these fun-filled movies and candies are truly a treat to share with others.
All-time star
You can never go wrong with popcorn: the all-time classic you can eat at any movie. From the timeless buttered popcorn to combinations of powdered cheese, sour cream, and barbecue, and even further to gourmet Popsalot and their caramelized mixes of popcorn and almonds, pecans, and other nuts—it’s exactly this versatility in flavor that lets you enjoy it with anything and everything playing on the screen.
At the end of the night, it’s really all about the company you invite and you. Truly, what defines the best movie nights are the friends you keep, the conversations you have over food, and the experiences you create together. Have fun and enjoy your movie night!
