We couldn’t let Halloween pass by without acknowledging it with a nod to fine food. But during the one day the year when candy is king, how do you weave smoked salmon into the mix?

Well, it turns out it’s not as tricky as you might think – Halloween smoked salmon is a possibility. And not only does it give you the opportunity to put on a party that offers themed food, but it also looks great, too.

So, with only a few days left until the weekend (and with Halloween falling on a Saturday there really isn’t any excuse to not go all out), if you’re thinking of what ghoulish treats to stock up on then make sure you buy smoked salmon. And here’s why.

Halloween Smoked Salmon Sushi

Let’s face it, this dish looks incredible – yet it’s so incredibly easy to make. If you are planning a Halloween party then our advice is make sure you buy smoked salmon (enough for your guests based on four sushi smoked salmon pumpkins each), lots of Japanese rice and enough Nori seaweed for the eyes and mouths. It’s even easier – and certainly less messy – than carving a real pumpkin, too.

Smoked Salmon Pumpkin Jack

Similarly, if you want to offer your guests food that’s high on flavor and impact yet low on sugar, then this idea we found on the Taste of Japan blog is a great idea. Using nothing but rice, smoked salmon and seaweed to create this smoked salmon Pumpkin Jack, this is guaranteed to get your guests talking, even if the costumes don’t.

For this dish we would recommend you purchase either our 454g and 200g packs – or a long sliced side, which will also give you approximately 400g of smoked salmon for Sunday breakfast, too.

Salmon and Carrot Sushi

And if all you want is good food with a touch of Halloween about it then look no further as the Food Network not only provides this elegant black and orange Halloween snack, but also a selection of black and orange dishes ranging from starters through to desserts. Of course, the salmon and carrot sushi is what caught our eye. And how could it not when finished so stylishly.

Are you hosting a party this weekend? Any frightening food recipes planned? If you do, then why not share them via our Facebook and Twitter pages. The best three entries may even get a Halloween ‘treat’.