The Superbowl is one of the most watched television sports events, and one of the greatest times for family and friends to get together.
If you are planning a Superbowl party, here are a few winning ideas for a happy, healthy celebration.
Get Organized-Plan Ahead: * Make a guest list.
Invite as many people as your home can comfortably accommodate without overcrowding.
* Think of a fun theme.
This year your theme could be centered around the Roman numerals XLIII (43).
* When planning the menu, consider any dietary restrictions required for your guests.
* Buy your decorations and party favors online to save time, gas and money.
* Set up a separate room for children with a T.
V, games, plenty of food, snacks and diet sodas Food is a major consideration of a Superbowl party.
Potato chips,dips, buffalo wings, cole slaw, potato salad, nachos, chili, and finger sandwiches are all great snacks you can serve.
Your menu should also include healthier alternatives such as baked tortillas and salsa, turkey or vegetarian chili, honey mustard flavored pretzels, fat-free dips and veggie-fruit trays or tossed salad with low-cal dressing.
Beverages of all kinds are usually served at Superbowl parties.
Beer, wine coolers, and mixed drinks should be in abundant supply.
For those who have resolved to diet or who have vowed to drink light, offer non-alcoholic, low calorie drinks such as coffee, tea, fruit juice, bottled water, sparkling water with lime or fruit juice and light beer.
Rum and diet coke or vodka and soda are also good low calorie drink options.
Make sure there is plenty of coffee and bottled water on hand.
Remind your guests of the importance of staying well hydrated to reduce the risk of having a hangover the next day.
In case someone does overindulge and is a little tipsy, ensure he has a designated driver for a safe trip home.
You are hosting this fabulous Superbowl party so it's your job to make sure everybody's having fun.
One way to do that is to give them fun party games to play.
Here's just one: The Superbowl Guessing Game: This is a fun way for your guests to win a prize.
First, put several small party supply items in a brown paper bag.
Blindfold one person and hand them one of the items in the bag.
Give them a few seconds to guess the item.
If they are unsuccessful, they're out.
Each player takes a turn.
The players who guessed correctly go again.
The last one left wins the game.
Give a great prize to the winner.
There are lots of great ways to celebrate Superbowl Sunday with class and style.
Use these ideas and add some of your own for a Superbowl party that everyone will always remember.