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Miss Manners advises that in social dining situations, the person who offers to pay the entire bill should politely decline cash contributions from others, and hosts should clearly request responses by a set date for party attendance to avoid confusion. Accepting cash after offering to pay can cause embarrassment and disrupt social harmony.
Target is offering up to 30% off select cooking appliances and cookware, including air fryers, slow cookers, nonstick cookware sets, and more, just in time for Super Bowl party planning. From double-basket air fryers to multi-cookers and nonstick indoor grills, there are plenty of options to make food prep easier and more enjoyable for the big game. Additionally, the sale includes storage containers, baking dishes, and a SodaStream for making sparkling drinks, providing everything needed for a successful Super Bowl party.
Super Bowl party hosts are carefully budgeting for this year's event due to rising grocery prices, with some opting for more affordable options like hot dogs and chicken breasts instead of steaks. While some game day dishes like chicken wings and shrimp are seeing price decreases, others like steak and beef are up from last year. Hosts are employing strategies like comparison shopping and buying items on sale in advance to manage their food budget, with some even considering scaling back on spirits and drinks due to higher prices.
Super Bowl party food prices are relatively affordable this year, with fresh chicken wings and shrimp seeing price decreases, while ground beef prices have risen. Tips to save on party essentials include opting for store-brand snacks, choosing large bottled soda over cans, and looking for in-store savings deals. Overall, strong employment and wage growth are expected to drive robust spending on watch parties, with fluctuations in food costs presenting opportunities to save.
AI chatbots like Bing Chat can be used for more than just technical tasks. They can help with everyday tasks like finding recipes, suggesting restaurants, making drinks, planning date nights, finding something to watch on TV, playing games, and even planning a party. Bing Chat can provide suggestions and ideas based on specific criteria, making life simpler and more efficient.
Succession's latest episode, "Tailgate Party," showcases the Roy children hosting a political-themed party with a guest list of movers and shakers. The episode highlights the importance of a well-planned party, including the guest list, food, theme, flow, unwelcome visitors, cloakrooms, knickknacks, escapades, and drama. The episode is a new entry into a TV party canon that includes memorable gatherings from The Office, Who's the Boss?, and Real Housewives.
Country music icon Reba McEntire revealed in an interview with TODAY's Willie Geist that she still washes and reuses Solo cups, a habit she inherited from her mother. McEntire, who is set to release a new book titled "Not That Fancy," shared her laid-back approach to party planning and emphasized the importance of having fun with loved ones, regardless of how fancy the party looks. She also discussed her discomfort with being labeled an icon or legend, and expressed her desire to find ways to make things easier for the next generation of artists.