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Host the Ultimate Game-Day Party

From seating arrangements and the guest list, to Buffalo wings and beverages, we’ve got you covered with everything you need to know for watching the big game from the comfort of your own home.

We can all agree that food and drinks are key items on game day. However, there will be no game if there is no TV. Here are a few tips to insure your set is all set.

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Planning the optimal home tailgating menu and setting up the bar are key items on game day. However, there will be no game to watch if there is no TV. Here are a few tips to insure your set is all set.

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Not everyone is a drinker, and not all drinkers like drinking beer. However you can still use this game staple and mix up a unique libation, such as this raspberry beer. The ladies will love its sweetness, and the guys will be pleased that they’re still drinking beer. And if you want to whip up a fun cocktail for non-alcoholic imbibers, try a refreshing melon agua fresca, using watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew.

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Obviously you don’t want your television set placed too high or too low, but also take care that it’s in the right spot even when at eye-level. If most of your seating is off to the side, angle the TV accordingly. Check to make sure there is no glare from windows and that the game can be seen easily from all seats. Remember, even if you have a 70-incher, no one will care if they can’t see the running back’s end zone dance.

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14 of 29 We can all agree that food and drinks are key items on game day. However, there will be no game if there is no TV. Here are a few tips to insure your set is all set.

We can all agree that food and drinks are key items on game day. However, there will be no game if there is no TV. Here are a few tips to insure your set is all set.

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