ISSUE #142 — October 23, 2025

They’re soft! They’re special! They’re peanut buttery good. My no-flour peanut butter blossoms can be decorated for any holiday but Halloween is one of my favorites. Responsibly sip a Gin Nightmare and nibble a Vienna Toast Kebab as you discover how collecting vintage cupcake picks can add cheer to your life (and your cupcakes)!

What a week. Keep it hot, and rock that pot! — Brian Theis

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On October 14, 2025, I was thrilled to be back with my friend Deborah Duncan on Great Day Houston cooking up my Holy Pumpkin Mole Enmoladas (coming soon to a premium newsletter near you!) as well as my “Punkin” Spice Cupcake Minis (a bonus new premium recipe from two weeks ago). Deborah loved the food and I love Deborah! 🧁 🎃

Q: Got any vegetarian recipes for Halloween?

A: How about my super spooky Marie Laveau Voodoo Maque Choux? I’m in New Orleans this week, home of Marie herself. Even includes voodoo queen “pins”!
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