If you are a major football fan than this is your
favorite time of year! There’s nothing quite like Super Bowl Sunday but if
you’re like me you have a decision to make. “Should I host a Super Bowl at my
home or is it better to go to the local sports pub?” That’s one question that I
can’t help you with but here are some great party tips if you decide to enjoy
the game this year from your very own 50 yard line seats.
K.I.S.S.
You heard of the “K.I.S.S.” theory before, right? It
stands for “Keep It Simple Stupid” and I think that’s some good advice if
you’re having friends and family over for the big game. It’s easy to decorate
using a football theme if you choose to. The local dollar store is an inexpensive
way to find some nifty little items such as disposable plates with a football
printed on them and maybe some matching napkins. Streamers with similar colors
to one or both teams will help set the mood and if you can find some of those
little inflatable footballs to hang around the room that would be a nice touch
too. The point is you don’t need to spend a lot of money or time to create an
awesome football themed décor that everybody will notice.
The Anti Thanksgiving!
I consider the food at a good Super Bowl party to be
the opposite of a traditional Thanksgiving meal. Think about it; the object
here is to not be seated at a table.
The dining room table is replaced by the big screen and that’s where the action
is. No formality here, just sticky finger foods and lots of napkins! Make sure
to serve everyone’s favorites such as chicken wings, chip & dip & pizza.
I also think that more filling items such as chili and BBQ are awesome too. We
all have our favorites but make sure nobody leaves hungry, that’s the mark of a
terrible party. If you have the space I suggest setting up some small tables
where quests will be sitting during the game and placing snacks within arm’s
reach if possible. Eating is one thing but “munching” is another and everybody
likes to snack during the game!
Keep in mind that there’s no reason to use real
silverware and cutlery for this type of event. Make it easy on yourself and do
it the disposable way. The host should have fun too!
Variety is the Spice of Life
As you know not everyone enjoys the same beverages.
Although a big part of every Super Bowl party is the refreshments it’s always
possible that some guests don’t drink alcohol or choose not to that particular
evening. Provide a good choice of non-alcoholic beverages as well to keep
everyone happy. Again, if you have enough room to spare set up ice filled
containers with all of the assorted beverages within easy reach of your guests
and allow them to serve themselves. They’ll appreciate it and you’ll actually
have some time to enjoy the game. Did I mention kegs? It’s a thought!
Enough is Never Enough!
Let’s face it, running out of food or drinks before
the night is over is a tragedy! Buy more of everything than you think you’ll
need. It won’t go to waste and you can enjoy the extra goodies (if any) at a
later time. Be sure to include a good variety so that everyone is satisfied.
No Standing Allowed
It’s happened to you and it’s happened to me. There’s
nothing worse than being at a get together where there’s nowhere to sit! People
often bring a friend that you weren’t expecting. Make double sure that you have
ample seating for everyone that shows up. If you don’t have folding chairs or a
back-up plan you could ask to borrow some from friends or even rent them if
necessary. What about those folding chairs in the garage or those camping
chairs stored in the attic? If worse comes to worse you could even sit people
on the floor with blankets or pillows to make them as comfortable as possible.
My final word of wisdom for your big bash? Can
openers! That’s the one thing that everybody forgets! One can opener
just won’t cut it at a Super Bowl party. Be sure to pick up 3 or 4 spares for
the game and place them close to the bottles. After all, what’s a football
party without an ice cold bottle of Heineken?
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