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Movies have always had an impact on our dreams, attire, and even eating habits, from the world of Harry Potter to the settings of The Devil Wears Prada. Famous tales have permeated our kitchens, inspiring everything from butterbeer cupcakes to strudel with a twist, whether it's the cosy warmth of The Princess Diaries or the timelessness of The Sound of Music. The Summer I Turned Pretty, Gilmore Girls, 2 Broke Girls, and Modern Family are just a few examples of how television has influenced our playlists, lingo, and yes, even our desires. There's no better opportunity to honour how pop culture influences our eating habits than on World Television Day. Going back to the screen moments that made you hungry and transforming them into actual meals for your table can be a proper way to honour this day. This just shows that storytelling through visuals in cinema, shows, and food has always gone hand in hand. Try these recipes from your favourite shows and films at home right away:
Ratatouille From Ratatouille
You can recreate the scene in Ratatouille where Remy, the rat, assembles the colourful ratatouille dish in the kitchen, with each vegetable slice meticulously arranged to perfection. Ratatouille blends savoury, earthy, and herby flavours from roasted vegetables, herbs, and tomato sauce. One can sprinkle freshly chopped thyme, rosemary, or oregano to enhance the herb flavours. Anyone who shares Remy the rat's passion for food should have the chance to call themselves a culinary professional. It’s not recommended to hire a rat to do your cooking in real life, but you can be confident it can work its magic on you if it could make grouchy culinary reviewer Anton Ego smile.
Cheesecake From FRIENDS
“Mama’s Little Bakery, Chicago, Illinois,” has been imprinted in a FRIENDS fan’s brain after the episode where Chandler and Rachel discover a box of cheesecake left on their doorstep. Chandler, enjoying the crispy outside and buttery cream inside, has been nothing but a delight. From cutting the cheesecake into halves to eating it from the floor with a “stick to your side”, the episode was filled with relatable moments for every foodie. This cheesecake will have a golden-brown top and cracked surface, which adds to its rustic and homemade appeal. The cracks are a testament to its dense structure and the traditional baking method used to achieve its firm texture.
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Cockroach Clusters, Harry Potter
Do you remember Ron trying to give his brothers Cockroach Clusters that were sold in Hogsmeade's Honeydukes Sweet Shop? You can make your chocolatey and vegan versions at home with minimal effort and ingredients. These cookies are super easy to make and require only 15-20 minutes of preparation and cooking time. Once you have poured the melted chocolate into moulds, added pecan or walnut halves to each mould, and refrigerated for 30-60 minutes, your Harry Potter-themed dessert will be ready to serve. It has the potential to be a huge hit among kids as well as adults.
Bagels & Coffee From Breakfast At Tiffany’s
You must be living under a rock if you haven't seen the famous 1961 film adaptation of Truman Capote's 1958 novella, which has Holly Golightly arriving at the Fifth Avenue flagship store of Tiffany & Co. This famous scene served as an inspiration for many modern food-related aesthetics, including where, when, and what to eat. Such a famous scene that, following the release of the film, people would stand outside the renowned jewellery store, munching bagels and sipping coffee while glancing into the store's windows. Make a bagel, a croissant, your preferred main course, tea or coffee, and a bowl of seasonal fruit and berries. Spreads like Nutella, honey butter, and sour cherry-cranberry jam can also be served with it. You can watch the film while you eat your breakfast and stare at Tiffany & Co. just like Holly did.
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Sookie’s Magic Risotto From Gilmore Girls
The recipe is one of many found in ‘Gilmore Girls: The Official Cookbook’, a compilation of fifty recipes, desserts, and cocktails inspired by the television series. The renowned risotto made by Sookie St. James from Gilmore Girls is nearly a character in and of itself; it is soothing, creamy, and cooked with a type of love that is almost magical. Sookie's risotto embodies everything we love about food on TV, whether she's stirring it like her life depends on it or keeping its ingredients a state secret. It’s all about passion, chaos, and pure flavour. This recipe is fun for making in your own kitchen while rewatching some of Stars Hollow's best scenes, since it transforms a straightforward dinner into a grand gesture. Make it buttery, delicious, and, above all, from the heart.
Food frequently transforms an ordinary scenario into an extraordinary one, whether it's an actor sharing a piece of spaghetti or a fantastic feast in the Harry Potter dining room. It is amazing to see how much information we can get about world cuisine and the food that's enjoyed across the world through movies.
