With the biggest game of the season only one week away, Wal-Mart today released its list of states that purchase the most "football food." Determined by the number of purchases at Wal-Mart, these states have the edge when it comes to wings, pizza pies, chips, dips and snacks. Here's the scoreboard:
- Utah and Louisiana- lead the way in sales of both breaded and unbreaded chicken wings
- Nebraska and South Dakota - ahead of the pack when it comes to frozen pizza pies
- New Mexico and Virginia - prevail in the potato chip category
- Kentucky and Louisiana - the dynamo in dip sales
- South Dakota and Indiana - the superstars of the snack mixes
- North and South Dakota - cheer for the mixed nuts
Whether customers are throwing a party for four or a party for 40, Wal-Mart has the game time playbook to help them plan their big game get-togethers. At Walmart.com/gametime, customers can create interactive shopping lists based on the amount of guests they plan to host, find delicious recipes and get advice on how to best prepare for a party that everyone will root for. The Web site also features the interactive game, "Time Out," which is a great way for football fans and party-goers alike to warm up before kickoff.
From flatscreen HDTVs and snack foods to decor and team licensed merchandise, Wal-Mart has all the essentials to celebrate the biggest game of the year. Aisles marked "Game Time" in all of its stores will lead shoppers to select items, including:
- 42-inch Vizio HDTV for under $950*
- 12 oz. Tostitos Scoops or 15.5 oz. Tostitos dip assortment - two for $5*
- Team jerseys from $24.83 (www.walmart.com)*
- 150-count Hefty 9" plates for $3.97*
* Prices may vary by state and are available while supplies last.
Source: Wal-Mart
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