Game day is about casual entertaining and good company. If you’re hosting a watch party this weekend, here’s some game day hosting tips & recipes.
Focus on snacks, finger foods and foods that are easy to eat and clean up.
Break out your main dishes at halftime!
Prepare as much food as you can a day ahead so you can mingle with your guests.
Bring on the bold flavors: smoky, spicy and hearty.
Plan a fun and festive menu by selecting items to buy or make in each of these categories (and be sure to check out the complete Game Day recipe collection). Consider what you enjoy making most and balance with convenient options like with pre-cut veggie trays, Merc Made dips and desserts!
Appetizers
Ideas: cheeses or cheese ball with crackers, bruschetta, mini pizzas or tacos, pinwheel sandwiches, crudités and dip, hummus and pita, relish tray with antipasto and olives or other accompaniments.
The Main Event
Chili, chowder, jambalaya or gumbo; baked and seasoned chicken wings; sliders, sausages and hot dogs, hoagies and subs; meatballs, frito pie, kebabs or satays; bbq (pulled pork or chicken); pizza, lasagna or casserole dishes; potato wedges.
Don’t forget dessert!
These Merc Made Options are available to grab and go!
