Oscar viewing parties may not look the same as previous years, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still watch, celebrate and enjoy the Hollywood-inspired glamour of it all. If you’re planning to catch the Academy Awards this weekend, we’ve got just what you need to enjoy a cozy night at home with the best films of the year. All you need is some freshly popped popcorn and some pantry seasonings to get the party started! 

Below, we’ve paired each popcorn seasoning blend with one of the eight nominated films for Best Picture this year. Each recipe calls for 24 cups of freshly popped popcorn, ready for seasoning in a large bowl. Pick your favourite film to win and enjoy a big bowl of gourmet flavour in the comfort of your own home. Sequins and up-dos are also encouraged!

Nomadland: Starring Frances McDormand.  After losing everything during the Great Recession, a woman in her sixties embarks on a journey through the American West, embracing live as a van-dwelling, modern-day nomad.  

Tangy, spicy and a little bit salty, our recipe for Buffalo Popcorn is the perfect pair for this Frances McDormand film, also nominated for Best Actress.

Promising Young Woman: Starring Carey Mulligan.  Cunning and smart, medical school drop-out Cassie is living a secret double life by night. After an unexpected encounter, she’s seizes the opportunity to right the wrongs from her past for herself and for her friend, Nina.  

Both sweet and spicy, just like Cassie, Honey Sriracha Popcorn is an ideal choice for watching this wild and funny modern-day thriller.

Mank: Starring Gary Oldman.  Step back in time to 1930s Hollywood reimagined through the eyes of witty screenwriter Herman J. Mankiewicz as he races to finish Citizen Kane.  Enjoy a big bowl of Caramel Popcorn with this Hollywood Golden Age-inspired film. A classic flavour for a classic time!

The Trial of the Chicago 7: Starring Joseph Gordon-Levitt, John Carroll Lynch, Sacha Baron Cohen, Eddie Redmayne, Michael Keaton.  Depicting the infamous 1969 trail of the seven defendants charged by the U.S. federal government with conspiracy and more, arising from the Chicago counterculture protests at the 1968 Democratic National Convention. 

Zesty with a cheesy kick, our Parmesan Italian Popcorn is a great snacking choice to enjoy with this powerful re-enactment from U.S. history.

The Father:  Starring Anthony Hopkins and Olivia Colman. A devastating showcase of the effects of dementia on an aging man coping with the terms of his illness, this captivating film also features the complex relationship between the same man and his concerned daughter.  

As thoughtful and elegant as this film, our Truffle Parmesan Black Pepper Popcorn is the perfect pair for this dramatic film based on the director’s 2012 play Le Père. 

Minari:  Starring Steven Yeun and Han-Ye-ri.  In search of the American dream, a Korean family moves to an Arkansas farm for a fresh start. Facing new challenges and discovering incredible resilience, together they discover the true meaning of family and what truly makes a home.  

A comforting classic flavour combination, our Cheese and Bacon Popcorn is a perfect addition to your movie night with this feel-good film.

Sound of Metal:  Starring Riz Ahmed and Olivia Cooke. A heavy-metal drummer begins to lose his hearing and struggles with the new implications it has on his life.  Wasabi Popcorn is the only option for snacking during this film – bold, spicy flavour with a numbing tingle.

Judas and the Black Messiah: Starring Daniel Kaluuya, LaKeith Stanfield and Jesse Plemons.  After a run-in with the law, a man is offered a plea deal by the FBI to infiltrate the Illinois chapter of the Black Panther Party to gather intelligence on Chairman Fred Hampton.  

Offering a different flavour in every bite, our Sweet and Savoury Curried Popcorn is the perfect pair for this suspenseful historic drama that will keep you guessing from beginning to end.

Film information and descriptions have been sourced from IMDB.

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