Super Bowl Decorations:
Buy a banner and streamers
to hang, scatter real or inflatable footballs around the party room,
and dangle football-shaped balloons from the ceiling. Let team colors
dictate your party color scheme.
Coolers, buckets, or small tubs for Drinks:
If
you have the space, get a few small containers and fill with ice to
keep beer and other drinks cool. Place them in strategic spots so guests
won’t be constantly getting up and going to the kitchen for a refill.
Ice:
Keep
plenty of ice on hand, more than you think you’ll need. You’ll not only
want to keep your drink coolers full, but non-beer-drinking guests may
want to add ice to their beverages, too.
Beer:
Stock up on an assortment of bottles and cans to keep everyone happy.
If you’re expecting a large crowd, you might want to invest in a keg.
Mini kegs are another great option—you can buy a variety of brands and
they’ll contribute to the party atmosphere without reminding you too
much of a frat house.
Food:
Serve
a mix of items to satisfy everyone, and go for both finger foods that
are easy to pick up and eat—think sandwiches, chips and dips, wings, and
pizza—and heartier fare like chili and barbecue to balance out all that
beer. Make sure you have plenty of food; guests will want to replenish
often during the game. It’s best to set up a buffet table off to the
side where people can load up on main-course items, then have several
smaller tables in the TV room with snacks that people can nosh on during
the game.
Plates, bowls, cups, and cutlery:
If
you’re going the disposable route, choose sturdy items that can hold up
to heavy fare like loaded nachos, pizza, and chili. Now is definitely
not the time to break out your best china—it’s inevitable that things
will get knocked over during the excitement of the game.
Seating:
After
food and beer, this is the most essential element of your party. Make
sure you have enough seats in front of the TV for everyone who’s
attending. Ask friends to bring over folding chairs if you don’t have
enough, and don’t forget to dig up those lawn and camping chairs you’ve
stored for the winter. Put out throw rugs or blankets and scatter some
large pillows so that even those seated on the floor can get
comfortable.
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