Planning a get-together with your gaming buddies? Whether it’s a multiplayer marathon of Super Smash Bros. or you’re looking to celebrate the release of a hotly-anticipated shooter, there’s more to consider besides the gaming itself. If you want to keep everybody happy and fueled for an evening of entertainment, you’ll need a first-rate feast assembled. Sure, you can put out the usual party platter, but why not make things more festive with a menu of gaming-inspired gourmet delights?
Chips and Dip
Let’s start with something simple for those last-minute gaming sessions. When you’re in a hurry and whipping something up in the kitchen isn’t a possibility, nothing beats a classic pairing of chips and dip. Keep it simple with corn chips and salsa, or make things more interesting with an array of fiery flavors and tangy sauces.
Chocolate
If you’re looking for a quick energy boost and not too concerned about your waistline, chocolate is a great snack idea for your next gaming get-together. A 100 grams of milk chocolate contains around 600 calories, making a perfect pick-me-up for when those energy reserves start running low.
Granola Bars
Want to indulge your sweet tooth but don’t want to overload on calories? Granola bars are a good alternative to candy and chocolate. A mouth-watering medley of oats, nuts, dried fruit, and honey, they’re a relatively healthy choice that will go down a storm with everyone. What’s more, they’re incredibly easy to make at home. Don’t have time to head to the store? Check your kitchen cupboards to see if you have any trail mix in stock instead.
Carrots, Celery, And Hummus
Will you be playing host to any health-conscious gamers? Make sure everyone is catered for with enough healthy choices. Carrot sticks and hummus are a match made in heaven, containing few calories but plenty of flavor. Looking for an even leaner option? A couple of celery stalks contain a mere 15 calories, while homemade hummus is often far healthier than store-bought alternatives.
Noodles
In the mood for something hot? Cooking up a full meal or tray of snacks is going to keep you away from the gaming action. However, there are a few things you can whip up in next to no time. Ramen noodles are a superb snack idea for those after something that’s big on flavor but takes mere minutes to make.
Nuts and Dried Fruit
If you want to avoid the usual calorie-laden fare, think about laying out some nuts and dried fruit to keep your energy levels high. Almonds are a particularly delicious choice, with these nutrient-rich morsels containing essential minerals like magnesium and calcium. What’s more, at just 165 calories an ounce, there’s little chance of overindulging.
Showstopper Cake
Celebrating the release of the latest entry into your favorite franchise? Perhaps you’re assembling with the gang to watch a beloved esports team take on the competition at a grand final. Whatever the reason for getting together, make the event a special one with a showstopper cake. Are you a fan of Valorant? Why not put together a tower cake emblazoned with iconic agents like Raze, Jett, and Reyna? Eager to start baking? Check out the Valorant schedule at 1337PRO.com to see how much time you have to pull together your ingredients.
Pizza
Not in the mood to cook? Just because you’re not in a culinary frame of mind, doesn’t mean you and your guests have to go hungry. When in doubt, simply order in instead. Rather than spend an hour arguing about whether it’s Chinese all round or to take the Thai route, keep everybody happy by ordering in pizza.
