Winter. Is. Coming.

If you are confused by that statement, stop reading now. We are no longer friends. (Jk, you can keep reading.)

This Sunday is a special day. Yes, I know it's Easter Sunday and that is a very special day to many, but that is not what I'm talking about here.

I'm talking about the battle for the Iron Throne...A Storm of Swords...the season 3 premiere of Game of Thrones. If you haven't seen HBO's hit show based on George R.R. Martin's series of fantasy novels, that's okay -- there's still time! Just On Demand or Netflix the shit out of seasons 1 and 2 right now.

I don't know about you guys, but I'm freaking pumped. Pumped enough to borrow my sister's Daenerys costume and throw myself a party full of GoT-inspired snacks and libations.

Join me in my Feast of Ice and Fire, but beware: There are spoilers ahead for those who haven't enjoyed the books or seasons 1 and 2 of the TV show quite yet.

Drinks

Iron Throne Beer

Try this limited edition release of Iron Throne Blonde Ale from Ommegang Brewery. They collaborated with HBO and brewed delicate Belgian-style blond ale with noble hops to represent the Lannister family's current rule of the Iron Throne.

Homemade Mead

If a few mugs of mead don't make you feel like you're a part of the Seven Kingdoms, I don't know what will. Try this homemade version.

Tears of Lys

"A rare and costly thing; as clear and tasteless as water; it leaves no trace." Lord Varys, Game of Thrones

Well, okay, maybe this cachaça-based cocktail is not rare, tasteless or deadly...but you get the point.

Snacks and desserts ahead...