· Start by making the event a little less formal:
o Especially if you're planning a party for the Superbowl or another sporting event. This way everyone (including you) will have less stress and be able to enjoy the event more fully.

· Try planning the food ahead of time:
o Make as many of the dishes before your party date arrives. With most of the menu out of the way, it opens up more time to focus on important details. Don't be afraid to serve snacks and appetizers! These are always crowd pleasers.

· Keep a cooler full of drinks:
o This will save you and your guests the hassle of waiting to get into the refrigerator and will also cut down on serving warm drinks.

· And above all, let Party World, along with our parent company, Mansfield Paper, supply you with all of your paper and plastic needs for the upcoming event:
o This will enhance the festivities as well as result in easy clean up for you after your event has come to a close.

Some possible menu items:
**Click on links for recipes
Appetizers
o Wings (Buffalo, BBQ, etc.)
o Nachos
o Chili
o Fruit Salad
o Vegetable Platter

Entrees
o Ribs
o Sandwiches/Grinders
o BBQ Chicken
o Taco Bar
o Pizza

Desserts
o Cake (with sporting event theme/team)
o Ice Cream Sundaes
o Brownies
o Your favorite cookies
*** keep in mind that some may have food allergies so you may want to have a variety to choose from ***