How to host a great Super Bowl Party in Ireland
So, you've decided to go all-American and host your very own Super Bowl / Bad Bunny viewing party.
This is particularly brave if you're in Ireland and have any plans to attend work the next day, as the game kicks off around 11:30pm Irish time and could go into the wee hours.
However, fortune favours the bold, so we've put together a handy menu to keep the party going.
When and where
Super Bowl LX is scheduled to take place on Sunday, 8 February, at the Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. The New England Patriots will play the Seattle Seahawks.
The game - and hotly-anticipated half-time show from Bad Bunny - will reportedly be broadcast on Virgin Media and Sky Sports in Ireland.
Kick-off should take place at 11:30pm GMT with a typical broadcast lasting almost four hours.
Colombian singer Shakira and Puerto Rican singer Bad Bunny perform during the Pepsi Super Bowl LIV Halftime Show in 2020. Getty Images.
Pick your party theme
If you're planning a sporting shindig, the theme of the night is unashamedly football-centric. When it comes to decorating your house, we strongly advise going as tacky as possible.
We're talking anything and everything American football-themed – subtlety is not the name of the game here. Invest in some jerseys and flags or make your own signs, t-shirts, cake toppers, and centrepieces. All things are possible if you're crafty enough.
If you're feeling particularly extra - and want some content for the 'gram - decorate yourself with make-up, merchandise or even some inventive nail art.
Katy Perry performs with dancers during the Pepsi Super Bowl XLIX Halftime Show in 2015. Getty Images.
Gnacks, snacks & more snacks
Super Bowl Sunday is essentially a free pass to load up on all the food that you love but perhaps shouldn't eat every day.
Central to any good party is a solid selection of chips and dips, but if you want to go the extra mile, be sure to load up on the classics: nachos, chicken wings, sliders, and some delicious apple pie.
We recommend:
Joe Wicks' sweet potato nachos with refried beans
Smoked Bacon & Mustard Mac & Cheese
Chipotle Beef Crunchy Tacos
Sriracha & Honey Chicken Wings
Donal Skehan's sloppy Joe sliders
Paul Flynn's Layered Apple Pie
Brush up on your conversational skills
While you're prepping for your Super Bowl party - mashing guacamole and perfecting your American football manicure - why not brush up on your Super Bowl trivia?
If you're new to the sport or are looking for an Irish perspective, check out the Irish NFL Show ahead of the big day.
Kendrick Lamar
Queue your playlist
To get the tunes going, head over to the NFL's official YouTube channel to watch the best half-time shows; we recommend Katy Perry feat. Lenny Kravitz and Missy Elliot (2015); Coldplay feat. Beyonce and Bruno Mars (2016); Aerosmith, *NSYNC and Britney Spears (2001); and the iconic performance of Dr Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Mary J. Blige, Kendrick Lamar and 50 Cent (2022).
While you're at it, look back at some of the most memorable commercials - these are sure to be talked about around on Monday morning.
