Life is busy, and that means everything needs scheduling or it won’t happen—including downtime. When was the last time you hung out with your buds, just for the sake of hanging out? We think it’s time, so we created a few fun tips for hosting a night with the boys to get you started. Get ready for an evening of guys only, laughs, relaxing, and catching up.
Don’t Get Carried Away
Don’t stress yourself out by cleaning like a madman for a week before your friends come over. Think of what you expect when a friend invites you to their house—probably not too much. It’s just fun to get together. Make enough room for everyone to sit, free up some counter space in the kitchen for food and drinks, and clean up the bathroom as a kind gesture.
It’s All About the Food and Drinks
Let’s face it—the phrase “Get together” really means “Let’s eat, drink and be merry.” You don’t have to have a theme to get together with the guys, but we’ve got some ideas for great food and drink combos to make the night delicious, simple, and give the guys something to look forward to. Every crowd is different, so choose what works best for yours.
Beer and Brats
Beer and brats go hand in hand, especially for a summer evening on the deck. Hot dogs and burgers or even a beer and nachos night both work just as well. Fill a cooler or stock the fridge with some classic favorite beers and make it a “kick back and relax” kind of night.
Wine and Cheese
As the world’s greatest combination, wine and cheese create a sophisticated evening, perfect for catching up with old friends. Choosing the right wine is intimidating for some if you aren’t used to it or if you usually only choose for yourself. We suggest starting your search online. With many wine sites out there, you’ll get thorough descriptions and sometimes even some wine experts available to speak with you. Hunting for the right wine is part of the wine experience. Once chosen, you’ll have an even greater experience as you enjoy each bottle with your friends.
Liquor Tasting
If you have bourbon-loving friends or whatever the liquor of choice may be, a night of sampling a few different bottles is a great time. Keep heavy snacks on hand to soak up the alcohol. Set up a simple tasting with the proper glasses and just a few bottles of the type of spirit you’re offering. Tastings are best when the liquor is poured neat and just an ounce or two at a time. Some spirits are better on their own than others, so choose wisely. Drinking neat allows for the purest form of tasting, as the notes take center stage, uninterrupted by chilling or melting ice.
Hopefully, our few tips for hosting a night with the boys will get the ball rolling toward a great night full of making memories and having fun. Remember to encourage friends to drink responsibly. Cheers to a guys’ night in that hopefully becomes a new tradition for you and your friends.
Van Rundell is a writer and author who specializes in transportation, travel, guidance, health & fitness. With over 10 years of experience in the industry as a driver and an entrepreneur, he has seen it all. His tone is professional but friendly with a dash of humor thrown in for good measure. In past, he has been advising, educating and writing about transport for the public and professionals alike.
A qualified fitness instructor with over 5 years’ experience as a personal trainer and group fitness instructor, Van brings his deep knowledge of health and exercise science to his articles on health & fitness.
