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This guide shows you how to organize a Neatic-friendly movie night with ease.
Delight your guests with savory or sweet snacks that align with the Neatic principles and are quick to prepare.
Maybe you will even inspire your friends to explore the Neatic lifestyle.

As the summer fades, days grow shorter, and the cooler season sets in. This time of year is perfect for cozy gatherings with friends. Why not surprise them with an invitation to a movie night? Share your love for films, enjoy quality time, and take a break from daily life by diving into a cinematic experience.

In this post, we will share some tips and ideas for hosting a fun, delicious, and successful movie night.

Step 1: Plan the evening

Pick a specific date for your movie night and notify your guests well in advance to make sure they can join.

To make the night even more special, consider giving it a theme. This works especially well with genres like fantasy, horror, or sci-fi. A thoughtful theme can set the tone for the evening, and matching decorations will elevate the experience. Think fairy lights for a fantasy film, moody tones for a horror flick, or sleek metallic touches for a sci-fi feature.

Step 2: Drinks done right

Stick to beverages that are simple, natural, and free from added flavors, or sweeteners. Additionally, they should contain little to no sugar. The following options are perfect for a Neatic-inspired movie night:

Water: Still or sparkling. You can also jazz it up with herbs or fruits for infused water.
Coffee: A crowd favorite, but avoid flavored creamers or sugary syrups.
Tea: Opt for pure herbal or classic teas without added flavors and sugar.
Wine or beer (in moderation): Choose dry wines or classic beers without extra flavors.

Avoid these common culprits:

Soft drinks: They are full of added flavors, sweeteners, and sugar.
Beer mixes or cocktails: These often have added flavors and sugars.
Sweet wines: These can contain hidden sugars not listed on the label.
Caution with freshly pressed juices: they contain sugar and are therefore limited in Neatic.

If you would like to make your own drinks, try some of these Neatic-inspired recipes:

Fruit punch: Naturally flavored and sugar-free.
Shakes: Try a berry shake, coconut-banana shake, or banana-peanut shake.
Infused water: Combinations like raspberry-rosemary or mango-ginger are refreshing and look great.

Step 3: Snack smarter – savory ideas

Store-bought savory snacks can be a hit, but it is important to choose wisely. Look for options without added flavors. The following snacks are often free of added flavors:

Salted nuts (e.g., peanuts, mixed nuts)
Salted potato or vegetable chips
Pretzels
Peanut puffs
Salted popcorn
Plain cheese or salted breadsticks

As soon as a savory snack has an additional flavor note beyond salty, such as paprika, BBQ, or cheese, it is often flavored. In that case, it should be avoided.

Want to impress your guests with homemade savory snacks? Try these recipes:

Pair your savory treats with simple yet delicious dips and spreads, such as:

Step 4: Sweet treats, the Neatic way

Sweet snacks from the supermarket often contain a lot of sugar and are therefore limited in Neatic. And as soon as flavors and sweeteners are added, they should be completely avoided. The following sweet snacks can be offered without worrying about their sugar content:

Fresh fruit: Always a healthy and natural choice.
Unsweetened dried fruit: Check the labels to ensure no added sugar.

If you are buying energy balls or sugar-free bars, be sure to check the ingredients to confirm they are free from added flavors or sweeteners.

For a personal touch, try making your own sweet snacks. Here are some ideas that your guests will love:

And of course, no movie night is complete without popcorn! Stick to salted popcorn without added flavors or sugar, or try our coconut popcorn.

Hosting a movie night that aligns with Neatic principles is simple, healthy, and fun. It is the perfect way to enjoy a cozy evening while inspiring your guests with an alternative approach to snacking.

We hope these tips help you plan a movie night to remember. Enjoy the films, the food, and the company.