You start to run into the trope conservation of ninjutsu. Where a single ninja is a terrible threat, but a group of them splits the power of the single threat evenly.

It definitely pairs better than vodka, but vodka is a staple in the liquor setups regardless of where we have a session.

Vodka is the typical option cause you can take it near, on the rocks, or used with a mixer. People know their limits at this point and can adjust safely.

As far a sushi we used to rotate getting takeout, but overtime we started to default to sushi. There tends to be enough variety to mix up the type of sushi each week, it keeps people from getting too full/hungry, and typically is contained enough to fit with all our play supplies.

My family (New Hampshire) typically add smoked cherry tomatoes to our mac and cheese.

Mostly an add in of one protein and one vegetable. When more items get added we just switch to the dish being a pasta or a casserole.

I will say that raisins make a great addition to a curried meatloaf.