{"id":461441,"date":"2026-10-09T18:58:15","date_gmt":"2026-10-09T18:58:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/461441\/"},"modified":"2026-10-09T18:58:15","modified_gmt":"2026-10-09T18:58:15","slug":"spooktacular-party-ideas-bianca-doughton-shares-halloween-entertaining-must-haves","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/461441\/","title":{"rendered":"Spooktacular party ideas! Bianca Doughton shares Halloween entertaining must-haves"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Halloween entertaining is all about the little details that make a celebration memorable! From festive wines and a chance to win a mystery-filled getaway to a surprisingly creative way to serve watermelon, lifestyle expert <a href=\"https:\/\/www.biancadottin.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Bianca Dottin<\/a> is sharing a few tricks and treats for your next spooky gathering.<\/p>\n<p>We Are Austin is getting into the Halloween spirit with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.biancadottin.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Bianca Dottin <\/a>entertaining essentials, featuring seasonal sips from Serial Wines and creative ideas from the National Watermelon Promotion Board.<\/p>\n<p>Watch the full video above for Bianca&#8217;s spooktacular Halloween entertaining tips and a closer look at these festive finds!<img alt=\"Spooktacular party ideas! Bianca Doughton shares Halloween entertaining must-haves\" class=\"ImageEmbed_image__qZBo_\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"365\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/cf2bb821-85f6-46e7-9f2a-6f1d060751bc-e9b76ab8650b438886c4c36827fe73a5.png\" width=\"648\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Spooktacular party ideas! Bianca Doughton shares Halloween entertaining must-haves<\/p>\n<p>Raise a glass to spooky season<\/p>\n<p>For Halloween hosts looking to serve something special, Doughton recommends Serial Wines, a collection of 90-point-plus wines from California&#8217;s Paso Robles region.<\/p>\n<p>The collection offers several options to complement your celebration:<\/p>\n<p>Serial Cabernet Sauvignon: A rich, full-bodied red with notes of bright cherry, cedar, and warm spice.<\/p>\n<p>2022 Serial Blend: Layers of dark fruit, red berries, and subtle spice.<\/p>\n<p>Serial Sauvignon Blanc: A newly released, bright, crisp white wine with citrus and delicate floral notes.<\/p>\n<p>Visit SerialWines.com and use code curious26 for 10% off an online purchase of six bottles.<\/p>\n<p>Plus, through November 2, you can enter Serial&#8217;s annual sweepstakes for a chance to win &#8220;A Weekend to Die For,&#8221; a luxury, all-inclusive getaway featuring an interactive murder mystery experience.<\/p>\n<p>A Halloween centerpiece you can eat!<\/p>\n<p>Looking for something festive beyond the candy bowl? Doughton has a surprisingly simple suggestion: watermelon!<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;You can serve watermelon fresh as part of a fruit platter or get creative and carve it into a spooky centerpiece,&#8221; Doughton said.<\/p>\n<p>Think jack-o&#8217;-lanterns, mummies, or playful Halloween characters. Hollow out your creation and fill it with fresh fruit or ingredients for a festive punch.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;It&#8217;s festive, it&#8217;s edible, and it becomes part of the decor,&#8221; Doughton said.<\/p>\n<p>Find more creative carving ideas and recipes at Watermelon.org.<\/p>\n<p>For more entertaining inspiration, visit<a href=\"https:\/\/www.biancadottin.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"> BiancaDottin.com<\/a> or follow @BiancaDottin on Instagram.<\/p>\n<p>Alcohol is intended for adults 21 and older. Enjoy responsibly. Sweepstakes eligibility, restrictions, and official rules apply.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Halloween entertaining is all about the little details that make a celebration memorable! 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