Will you watch the Super Bowl for the game, the commercials, or as an excuse to eat as many chicken wings as you want? Whatever your reason, Big Game parties come with more etiquette rules than you may realize.
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The Super Bowl party is not the best time to catch up with a friend you haven't seen in a while. If you both agree that football is not your priority, pick a spot away from the TV to chat while the game is playing. But remember that everyone in the room will likely be able to hear you, so if you are loud during the game, you can't shush others during the commercials.
YES! Serve a veggie plate next to it for people who care, or make the night a potluck so others can bring what they want to eat. Have those once-a-year treats, and enjoy them. Just don't push your delicious nachos on guests who don't want them. After all, with less people splurging, there will be more for you!
Of course! Trash talk is part of the fun. However, you might want to have a spare TV in the basement or bedroom. If things get too dicey, be prepared to separate your fans.
In most cases, you should find somewhere new to sit. But if you really want to keep your seat, try this: As you get up, shout "fives!" This reserves your seat for five minutes. If your crowd accepts this, you are good - but make sure to come back quickly. However, if someone comes by, sees the empty seat and screams "MOVE YOUR FEET, LOSE YOUR SEAT" before sitting down, then you better find a new place to park.
It's best to join in to some degree. If you really don't want to play, offer to be the official judge of the game, though this may involve you counting talking animals or "wardrobe malfunction" mentions. But try to participate. After all, you are a guest and sometimes you just have to play by the house rules.
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The only issue we've ever had is too much talking during the game. As long as food is around, people are happy.
I am definitely only there for the commercials and the half time show! We actually set it up so that there's a room for those who don't care about football, and we watch the puppy bowl in there instead!
No betting and the taco dip and pigs in a blanket will be abundant.
I hate when someone takes my seat, but I just find another.
I'll try to follow #4. I always have a "favorite" spot but guess I can use the "Fives" idea!
I try not to talk too much during commercials because some of them are actually good.
I like the ads more than the game, for sure!
I will serve healthy meal options with some indulgent treats on the side so everyone can find something that meets their needs.
Issue 3, I prefer to invite the friends who can handle their team losing or just invite the ones on the same team!
Someone taking my seat. I usually just stand or find somewhere else to sit.
I agree with them all, but don't forget to have the game in an area that you don't mind spills. There is always that one person.......
My family has all different food preferences and it works best when we bring our favorite snacks to share! I enjoy having the traditional foods, but like the healthier/lighter/ vegetable options too. You can never go wrong with a big salad or veggie tray!
Have to make vegan dishes for only only person coming everyone else it doesn't matter
Running out of food
I'LL TRY NOT TO MISS ANY OF THE COMMERCIALS.