# Event Details - **Event Name**: Amy Bruni - CUISINE TO K*ll FOR - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 24 Aug, 2026 at 11:00 am - **Event Description**: Charter Books, in collaboration with the Newport Ladies Book Club, is excited to host local RI bestselling author, paranormal investigator, and Kindred Spirits co-host Amy Bruni for a luncheon to discuss her latest book CUISINE TO K*ll FOR: Over 50 Recipes and True Crime Stories from the World's Most Haunted Places. This special event will take place at Valley Inn Restaurant, one of the haunted stories and places featured in the book. Their special Penne alla vodka recipe will be one of the menu items served at the event. Amy will be in conversation with Kylie McCollough, founder of the Newport Ladies Book Club, a dynamic literary community in Newport, Rhode Island. The ticket includes admission to the event, a buffet luncheon, and a signed copy of the book CUISINE TO K*ll FOR. We kindly ask you to purchase a ticket if you would like to join us for the event. Ticket is valid for admission for ONE person. Children age 3 or over require a special ticket, please reach out to us via info@charterbookstore.com. **** From bestselling author, paranormal investigator, and Kindred Spirits co-host Amy Bruni, Cuisine to K*ll For intertwines the macabre with the culinary to uncover some of history’s most gruesome true crime stories and the ghosts they left behind. Whether set in a haunted castle, a mysterious hotel, an abandoned prison, or a popular pub, these paranormal tales span the entire globe—and their accompanying culinary treats are equally wide-ranging. Featuring nearly 60 locations, this book includes: Gruesome true crime tales paired with spine-tingling paranormal encounters. 59 recipes inspired by history, local flavors, or even eerie menu items served at these haunted spots. Authentic vintage photographs from each haunted site, bringing these violent histories to life. Mysteriously mouthwatering food photography, styled to inspire a killer kitchen experience. Sink your teeth into tempting dishes and devilish drinks, including: Sunday Roast with Gravy from Ten Bells Pub in England (Jack the Ripper, anyone?). Meat Stew with Polenta and Egg from Romania’s foreboding Bran Castle. The Elderflower Rose Gin Trifle from Canada’s stunning Empress Hotel. Louis XV’s Drinking Chocolate from the Palace of Versailles. The Reindeer Fart from Alaska’s spirited Red Onion Saloon. Shrimp Wiggle from the Pennhurst Asylum in Pennsylvania (only if you dare). Whether you're drawn to the paranormal, obsessed with true crime, or simply hungry for a historic culinary escape, this cookbook is for: true crime aficionados who love a good (and gory) backstory. history buffs and travel enthusiasts fascinated by the darker side of iconic locations. hosts and entertainers craving unique ways to captivate guests. foodies with guts to try centuries-old—and disturbingly “authentic”—recipes. Amy Bruni effortlessly merges her love of the mysterious with jaw-droppingly delicious recipes, offering a cookbook that’s as deathly as it is delectable. Cuisine To K*ll For isn’t just a collection of recipes; it’s a passport to haunted history with every chilling page. If you’ve got an appetite for eerie tales, blood-curdling history, and global flavors, this haunted cookbook is your ultimate culinary companion. **** Amy Bruni is a professional paranormal investigator, author, podcaster, and TV host. In 2007 she began appearing on Ghost Hunters, one of the longest-running and highest-rated paranormal television shows. Now, she’s the co-star and executive producer of The Travel Channel’s Kindred Spirits and host of the true crime podcast Haunted Road. Amy is the owner of Strange Escapes, a company offering paranormal excursions to some of America’s most notoriously haunted destinations. She is the author of Life with the Afterlife, and currently resides in Newport, Rhode Island. Kylie McCollough is the founder and creative force behind the Newport Ladies Book Club, a dynamic literary community in Newport, Rhode Island. Renowned for her imaginative approach to book discussions, she curates exclusive events that transform reading into immersive experiences—often selecting venues and themes that echo the spirit of each book. Her unique vision has earned national attention, including a feature on the Today Show with Read with Jenna. A hallmark of the club’s success is McCollough’s ability to connect readers with bestselling authors such as Elin Hilderbrand, Jeanine Cummins, and Alison Espach, fostering meaningful conversations that go beyond the page. Outside the literary world, McCollough is a top luxury realtor in Newport and a former star of Bravo’s Real Estate Wars. Her multifaceted career, rooted in storytelling and connection, continues to shape and elevate Newport’s cultural landscape. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/amy-bruni-cuisine-to-kll-for/200030364703217 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, food-drinks, photography, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 8 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Portsmouth - **state**: RI - **country**: United States - **location**: Valley Inn Restaurant - **lat**: 41.56318787949 - **long**: -71.286202149479 - **full address**: Valley Inn Restaurant, 2221 West Main Road,Portsmouth, Rhode Island, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Amy Bruni - CUISINE TO K*ll FOR - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/2f6f1a931ec78aee0d43fec41c852fa2aca1ed8863e354dccf45cfa3819d5bba-rimg-w1200-h630-dc580818-gmir?v=1787488198 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Amy Bruni - CUISINE TO K*ll FOR being held? - **A:** Amy Bruni - CUISINE TO K*ll FOR takes place on Mon, 24 Aug, 2026 at 11:00 am to Mon, 24 Aug, 2026 at 11:00 am at Valley Inn Restaurant, 2221 West Main Road,Portsmouth, Rhode Island, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Amy Bruni - CUISINE TO K*ll FOR? - **A:** Amy Bruni - CUISINE TO K*ll FOR is organized by Charter Books. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Amy Bruni - CUISINE TO K*ll FOR is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Portsmouth, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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