Six out of every 10 Americans are planning to host or attend a Super Bowl party this Sunday. While that may not be surprising, perhaps this is: of those who plan to participate, one in four are more interested in the food menu than the big game. Find out which items were voted the favorites according to a recent poll, and discover some foolproof tips to make sure your party is a hit. Plus, if you’re hosting or driving to a party this year, learn how to protect yourself and your home in case there’s an accident.

Top Foods for the Big Game (ranked in order):

1. Buffalo or hot wings

2. Barbecue

3. 7-layer dip

4. Nachos

5. Cookies or brownies

6. Potato chips

7. Chicken tenders or nuggets

8. Pizza

While the importance of food at any gathering cannot be overstated, there are other crucial elements to keep in mind. If you’re the host, here are some tips to help ensure a successful party that everyone will enjoy.

• Clean your TV and speakers. Thoroughly wipe down your TV screen to remove any dust and smudges. Clear off speakers as well using the soft brush handheld attachment on your vacuum.

• Rearrange furniture. Arrange all furniture in the room toward your TV, making sure each seat has a good vantage point of the screen.

• Declutter and protect breakables. Clear out extra clutter and move any breakables from the main entertaining area until your guests leave the party.

• Decorate. Incorporate sports or team-themed decorations such as plates and napkins. Or buy supplies and create your own festive crafts to put on display.

• Remember the commercials. Many consider Super Bowl commercials just as important as the game. To keep chatter to a minimum during breaks, serve food in a separate area if possible.

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• A guest gets injured in your home.

• An accident occurs on your property.

• You text while driving and cause an auto accident.

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Please Note: This article is for general informational and educational purposes only. It does not represent any specific insurance policy and does not modify any provisions, limitations, or exclusions of any current policy.