The World Cup is coming. Your friends are excited. Suddenly, your living room has been nominated as the “Official Viewing Headquarters.”
You feel panic. You envision spending three days cooking chili, cleaning the baseboards, and playing bartender.
Stop. You don’t need to be Martha Stewart to host a game. In fact, the best parties are the laziest ones.
This is the Lazy Host Method. Here is how to survive the World Cup madness without losing your mind.
1. The “Store-Bought” Rule
Do not cook. I repeat: Do not cook.
Trust me, nobody watches soccer to critique your culinary skills. Instead, they simply want salt and crunch.
The Fix: Go to the store. First, buy three bags of chips. Next, buy two jars of salsa. Finally, buy a frozen pizza. Put them in bowls. You are done.
If you cook a complex meal, you will be stuck in the kitchen while everyone else is cheering. Be present, not perfect.
2. BYOB (Bring Your Own Beverage)
Remember, you are providing the TV and the couch. Therefore, you do not need to provide the entire bar.
Send a text: “Come over for the game! I’ve got snacks; just bring whatever you want to drink.”
This saves you $50 and ensures everyone drinks exactly what they like. Basically, you are outsourcing the most expensive part of the party.
3. The “Floor is Lava” Seating Plan
You probably don’t have 10 chairs. Do not stress about it.
Throw some pillows on the floor. Drag the duvet off your bed. Call it “Stadium Seating.”
It feels cozy and casual. Plus, if someone spills a drink, it hits a blanket instead of your rug.
Conclusion
Hosting doesn’t have to be a performance.
Your friends are there for the game and your company. Open a bag of chips, sit on the floor, and enjoy the chaos.
Tell me in the comments: Are you watching the World Cup for the sport, or just for the snacks? I am definitely here for the snacks.
