Cook, cackle and host without panic. **Halloween Feasts** is the calm-host companion for October and beyond: **100 UK-friendly recipes** written in British English, measured in **grams/ml**, and tested with **oven temperatures in °C** so nothing’s lost in translation. Build a bountiful buffet, plan a cosy sit-down, or keep it kid-happy while the doorbell rings—each recipe is party-proof and designed to scale.

Every dish comes with what real hosts actually need: **clear allergen flags**, **smart swaps** (GF/DF/vegan) using supermarket ingredients, **make-ahead and freezer guidance**, **nutrition per serving**, and **wine/beer or alcohol-free pairings**. The chapters lead you through the night: **Spooky Starters** and **Ghoul-Boards** for nibbling, **Monstrous Mains** and **Wicked Traybakes** for easy crowd feeding, a generous **Pumpkin & Squash Showcase**, **Sinister Sides** to balance the table, **Sweet Hauntings** for the finale, and **Potions & Punches** to keep glasses clinking—plus **Kids’ Favourites** and **Vegan & Gluten-Free Party Pleasers** so everyone gets seconds.

Practical extras keep you serene: a **UK store-cupboard list**, **Equipment You’ll Actually Use**, **conversion tables**, **timelines**, and printable **allergen label templates**. Roast-heavy methods, sheet-pan shortcuts and sensible resting times ensure **hot food stays hot** and **salads stay crisp**, even when guests arrive in waves. You’ll find tips for safe holding temperatures, smart garnishes, and zero-faff finishing touches that add theatre without stress.

This is a **practical party book first, Halloween showstopper second**—rooted in real supermarkets and real ovens, with flavours that shine long after the costumes go away. Whether you’re carving pumpkins or carving out time to enjoy your own party, expect **maximum theatre, minimum faff**—and a table everyone remembers.