Bacon Freak Blog

By Lesley Lopez

Not being an avid football watcher, there isn’t much I know about the anticipated game this Sunday. I have discovered this year it’s a match up between the Colts and the Saints, though even after some research on the teams themselves I still don’t really know which is favored to win. Aside from that I know that football is better experienced on a larger television and in groups, or so is the reasoning behind throwing a Super Bowl party.

When it comes to the party, I’m the quarterback of planners. Walking into any supermarket, I’m faced with the traditions and staples of all Super Bowl Sundays. Tortilla Chips, salsas, crackers, soda and beer in stalks around any market send the clear message: this is all you need for a successful party.

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With Super Bowl Sunday fast approaching (yes, the game is this Sunday), it’s time to take a close look at the top five things that make any Super Bowl party great.

1. A Big Screen TV: How can you watch the “Big Game: on a little TV? That makes no sense at all, so a Big Screen TV is an obvious “must” for any successful Super Bowl Party.

2.  Snacks: The #1, all-time favorite snack food at Super Bowl parties is “Chips and Salsa!” But this isn’t just “any other” game, so just “any other” chips and salsa combo isn’t gong to cut it.  If you’re looking for a salsa that will make a huge, memory making impression and pleasantly surprise your guests, check out this awesome “Mango Salsa Recipe.”

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