We've talked a couple times about gifts for everyone who love movies (see Halloween Gifts - Part II and The Gift of Movies.) And with the holidays just around the corner, we want to give you some ideas that go beyond singles, or box sets of DVDs.
Yes, we love the movies - we love going to the movies and we love watching them at home. In fact, we did an informal survey and discovered that most people actually prefer to watch movies in the comfort of their own home. Understandable - you can kick back in your most comfy chair or sofa, dress however you please, eat whatever you want, drink whatever you want. But let's face it, in your home, you miss part or the theater experience that lots of people love: fountain drinks, BIG candy, and our favorite - theater popcorn.
So we were delighted to find this Waring popcorn maker. It can make 4 1/2 cups of popcorn in less than three minutes. And just like the machines in the theaters, it has a heat lamp to keep the popcorn warm. And also like the ones in theaters, you get the fun of seeing the corn pop and come flying out of the kettle. Always entertaining!
We found this great vintage looking popper at Sur La Table, and right now it is on special for $99.95.
That's a terrific price for bringing a little theater magic into the home.
And a fantastic gift for all movie lovers! And those who love to give parties! And those who have kids! And those who just love popcorn!
Also at Sur La Table, you can find fun, ceramic popcorn bowls (red and white striped and shaped like the paper containers) and gourmet popcorn gift sets. The gift sets include the actual corn, an oil spritzer, and three different seasonings.
Now if you really want to go all out on a gift, you can buy one of the freestanding models; but they'll definitely set you back a wee bit more.
We found this Hellman machine at Standard Concession Supply. Great looking, it stands a full five feet high, and is currently on sale for $294.00. So if you REALLY love your brother and sis-in-law, and they and the kids
are big-time movie buffs, this machine would be a HUGE hit as a Christmas gift.
Just give them fair warning that the number of guests in their home is most likely to double (or triple) once word gets out about the popper. And please, let them know that you'll be planning on seeing them more frequently too - with bag of popcorn in hand, of course!


