Shop Local: Super Bowl Catering Deals

The New York Giants descended in Indianapolis Monday where Big Blue will face the Patriots of New England in Super Bowl XLVI. Unless you are a lucky ticketholder who will experience the game live at Lucas Oil Stadium (and only about 63,000 football fans are), you are probably going to be rooting for your team at home, at a party or in a pub come Sunday.

Here's what you need to know if you are throwing a Super Bowl soiree. Kick-off is at 6:30 p.m. ET on NBC.

If you are hosting …

Nicolo's Italian Bakery and Deli at 6 Baldwin Street is offering sandwiches—enough to feed 30—from fresh-baked bread that spells the word "Giants" for $150. If you want sandwiches from bread that spells out only "NYG," then the price is only $75. Call or come by the shop to pre-order by Friday, Feb. 3. For more information go here.

Little Phil's Artisanal Delicatessen at 38 Upper Montclair Plaza is offering a few different catering packages. The Touchdown is a 3-foot Italian hero with buffalo wings, potato salad, and cole slaw that serves 10 to 12. The price is $119. The Game Changer is a mixed wrap platter with pasta salad and cole slaw that serves 12 to 15. The price is $159. And, finally, The Touchdown & Field Goal is a 6-foot Italian hero with buffalo wings, potato salad, and cole slaw that serves 20 to 24. The price is $239. Additional sides also available for separate purchase. But all orders must be placed by Feb. 1 and picked up by Feb. 5!!! For more information call 973-337-5800.

Ruthie's Bar-B-Q at 64 1/2 Chestnut Street is offering barbecue by the pound. For example, pork and chicken are priced at $15 a pound. For more information go here.

Little Daisy Bake Shop at 626 Valley Road is offering a wide range of cupcakes and treats for fans of either Super Bowl team. For more information and to see photos of what's available go here.

Finally, you just want to make a big pot of chili? Go for a terrific chicken and white bean chili recipe.

So what are your plans for the Super Bowl?? Where will you watch?? Let us know in the comments section below or email Shelley@patch.com.