How to Win at Hosting Super Bowl Parties (with Recipes!)

Feb 8, 2024

We really, really love talking about all things automotive, but we also are big fans of professional sporting events. From the World Cup to the World Series to the Super Bowl, our staff here at Classic relish the chance to celebrate a Big Game Day with our favorite snacks, appetizers, and tailgating classics.

Today, we’re sharing our personal hosting hacks for making sure your Super Bowl party is a huge success. You’ll be scoring points left and right with guests, and it’s sure to culminate in a big victory as memorable as the game itself! So what are you waiting for? Spruce up your hosting skills with our helpful tips on today’s blog.

Tip #1: Shop ahead of time!

We know the big game is only a few days away, but we highly recommend getting your shopping done ASAP. Make a list of your must-haves and consider taking a trip to the grocery store this evening or tomorrow. You’ll save yourself a lot of time by avoiding the game-day crowds and last minute shoppers.

Tip #2: Ask your guests to bring their favorite beverage and mixer to add to your Party Bar!

It’s always nice to provide the basic party drinks, but it’s hard to please everyone! By asking your guests to bring a drink of their choice, you’ll ensure that no one is left out of the party. Guests will be able to customize their drinks to their personal preferences, and you can spend your time concentrating on other things. Plus, folks who do not wish to partake in alcoholic beverages won’t have to worry about what’s available.

Tip #3: Set up your food station out of TV and screen sightlines.

It’s no secret that there are plenty of guests who attend superbowl parties for the incredible snacks, and we love that energy! But for those who are interested in the game itself, snackers who get in the way of spectating can be very frustrating. Set up a snack-station a little off to the side so that guests can help themselves while keeping “the end zone open” so to speak.

Tip #4: Set up a utensils and to-go box station on a separate table.

Save your energy for socializing by making sure the cups, plates, utensils, napkins, paper towels, and boxes for leftovers are laid out in an accessible manner on their own table. Keep all sides of the table open for easy access so guests can grab what they need without blocking the flow of traffic!

Tip #5: Keep things simple and easy with serve-yourself boards and an appetizer table.

If you scroll through Pinterest or TikTok, you’ll see lots of options for charcuterie and butter boards and other large serving tray options. It’s a great way to let guests customize their food to their liking and dietary needs, while also cutting down on the cooking and prep time for hosts! If you’d like to offer your guests further customization options, set out little bowls of toppings or mix-ins next to your large serving boards and make sure multiple scoops, spoons, and dip spreaders are available for easy access.

**We recommend placing the boards in the center of your table, and duplicating the accouterments and mix-ins on either side so the self-serve is more efficient and smooth and there’s less waiting. It also keeps guests out of the kitchen and fed while you’re grilling meats and simmering that chili!

Here are some of our favorite game-day recipes that feed a crowd: