PPL Pairings | Dunkin’ Fall Menu 2024
DARE to PAIR
Welcome to PPL Pairings, the side of the blog where unexpected combinations can span from delightful to deranged – you be the judge! Below is a list of Dunkin’ fall menu items + materials from our library collection I would pair with each. Tread carefully through the list because OPINIONS MAY VARY.
Below are some helpful hints for sampling our *pairing menu*
1. TRY IT OUT
Open minds yield exciting combinations. Give our pairing a “no thank you” bite, so to speak. If you don’t love it, that’s okay! Feel free to try something else, if your new pair is any good – PLEASE let us know
2. SHARE WITH CARE
If you LOVE love the pair, obviously you should tell your friends! Community is VITAL in creating the best and most interesting fusions. Sooooo… share your opinions – get some feedback – & enjoy!
3. REMIX & REPEAT
Once you start trying unlikely pairings, you’ll catch the bug! Try fine-tuning some of these dynamic duos at home, work, with a book club or friend group. AND as always feel free to let us know if you strike gold.
Read on, if you dare…
Pumpkin Spice Signature Latte
An Education in Malice by S.T. Gibson
If you order a PSL you’re a trendsetter but never tire of a classic, we suggest pairing this punkin dunkin with an adaptation of the gothic, vampire-horror, Carmilla. Dunkin’ AND Starbucks offer versions of this drink, and the library offers varying versions of this story. It is fitting that the book + drink pairing fall into the “same idea different mix” category. Try out Gibson’s twist on this timeless tale
Nutty Pumpkin
Ghosted: A Northanger Abbey Novel by Amanda Quain
Spooky and unhinged with a touch of whimsy!
Pumpkin Swirl
Wicked by Gregory Maguire
A dynamic combination, Elphaba and Galinda/pumpkin swirl and… ANYTHING. An addition to your day that is sure to be sweet and thrilling
Almond Spice
A is for Arsenic: The Poisons of Agatha Christie by Katherine Harkup
Spices and poisons go hand in hand – this breakdown of common poisons used in Agatha Christie’s mysteries is sure to be the spooky brainfood that balances this flavor filled treat
Dunkalatte
The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna
Cozy and bewitching, I see a new favorite in your future!
Loaded Hash Browns
The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer
Maybe not what you would originally choose for fall BUT both picks are layered and delightful, a great choice for the potato and literary connoisseur in your life
Maple Sugar Seasoned Bacon
Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter by Seth Grahame-Smith
This offering sounds pretty intense. I feel that Vampire hunter Abe Lincoln would snack on Maple Sugar Bacon and for that reason… they are paired
Banana Chocolate Chip Bread
Pride and Prejudice and Zombies: The Graphic Novel
Classics with a twist – the unexpected element in each of these (chocolate chips, zombies, etc.) makes their end result all the more thrilling
Apple Cider Donut
Ghost a la Mode by Sue Ann Jaffarian
This book is the first of the Ghost of Granny Apples Mysteries Series and is sure to pair perfectly with the apple cider donut from Dunkin. Both are sweet, alluring, and provide a perfect nod to apple orchard weather
Trio: Pumpkin Donut, Munchkins, and Muffin
Charmed. The Complete First Season [1998]
Charmed. Season One. [2018]
Charmed. Magic School Graphic Novel by Katy Rex
A TRIFECTA OF PERFECTA…this pumpkin trio can only be accompanied by Charmed – in three different forms. Three magical sisters, three treats, three items to add to your library list!
Dunkin’ will also release new menu items this October!
(see pairings below)
Potion Macchiato
That Time I Got Drunk and Yeeted a Love Potion at a Werewolf by Kimberly Lemming
Both sound a little out there… BUT I am not not intrigued and definitely would give these a try!
Spider Donut
Goosebumps. Creepy Crawly Comics By Jeremy Lambert
Spiders are indeed creepy, crawly, and give me goosebumps. I do NOT think they should adorn donuts, but I do think these selections deserve each other
Halloween Sprinkle Takeover Donut
Happy Halloween, Scooby-Doo! [DVD]
Sprinkles and Donuts are just like Scooby and Shaggy – better together! Check out these Halloween editions of dynamic duos
Halloween Munchkins Bucket
Binge Box: Tim Burton [DVD videorecording]
** Binge box includes: Alice in Wonderland, Beetlejuice, Big Fish, Dark Shadows, Edward Scissorhands, Frankenweenie, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Sleepy Hollow, and Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
Lots of munchkins, lots of movies, lots of fun! Share your Halloween munchkin bucket + Tim Burton binge box combo with friends for a weekend that is sure to be full of frights and delights.
Find these fall pairings and SO MUCH MORE at Plano Public Library
*If you enjoyed this list, be sure to check out our Starbucks and Dutch Bros fall recommendations. If you come up with your own pairing, make sure to tag us!*
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