Megan | Feb 2

Get Super Bowl Game Day Ready with Neighbors Mercantile

Game day is more than just football. It is food, friends, and a table full of crowd favorites that keep everyone gathered around the snacks between plays. If you are hosting a Super Bowl party this year, Neighbors Mercantile has everything you need to create a spread that looks great, tastes amazing, and keeps hosting stress low.

From charcuterie boards to wing sauces and easy desserts, here is how to build your ultimate game day setup.

Build a Winning Charcuterie Spread

No Super Bowl party is complete without a snack table that draws attention. Charcuterie boards are perfect for game day because guests can snack freely and come back as often as they like.

At Neighbors Mercantile, you can keep it simple and impressive with our “Make It and Take It” Charcuterie Boards. These convenient 11x14 boards include a locking plastic storage lid so you can prep ahead, transport easily, and keep everything fresh until kickoff. Fill your board with meats, cheeses, fruits, nuts, crackers, and dips, snap on the lid, and you are ready to go.

If you want to elevate your presentation, we carry a variety of beautiful cutting and serving boards that also work as décor pieces. Choose from long wood bread boards that create a standout centerpiece or acacia wood cheese cutting boards for a timeless look. These boards are perfect for serving bread, displaying charcuterie, or adding dimension to your table.

For durable and trusted serveware, explore our Crow Canyon collection, known for quality and style that holds up during busy gatherings.

Bamboo charcuterie tray with lid on marble counter

Snack Table Must Haves

Game day food should be bold, easy, and snackable. Variety is the key to keeping guests happy and full.

Amish Popcorn is always a hit and we carry seasoning and topping options so guests can customize their bowl with savory, cheesy, or spicy flavors.

Need a quick dip option? Try Gourmet du Village Chilled Dip mixes. They are simple to prepare and pair perfectly with chips, crackers, and fresh vegetables. Just mix, chill, and serve.

Don't Forget Dessert

Dessert disappears fast at football parties. Adding a warm, comforting sweet option gives your spread that extra homemade touch without adding extra work.

Easy mixes available at Neighbors Mercantile include sugar cream pie filling mix and peach cobbler mix. They are simple to prepare and deliver great flavor, which is exactly what you want on a busy hosting day.

Wings Need Their Own Section

Wings are one of the main events of the Super Bowl spread. They deserve their own platter and their own flavor lineup.

Neighbors Mercantile carries a full range of rubs, sauces, and seasonings so you can build a wing bar with plenty of choices. Try Bearded Butcher seasonings, Black Gold seasonings, Captain Rodney’s sauces and jellies, and PS Seasoning wing sauces. Offer a mix of mild, smoky, sweet, and spicy so there is something for every guest.

One Stop. Game Day Ready.

Hosting does not have to mean running all over town. From charcuterie boards and serveware to popcorn, dips, desserts, and wing essentials, Neighbors Mercantile makes it easy to get everything you need in one place.

Stop in, build your spread, and enjoy the game with good food and great company. Game day is handled.

Holidays at Home: Christmas 2026 Trends We're Loving

There's something special about decorating for Christmas. Pulling out the ornaments you've collected over the years, finding the perfect spot for your favorite wreath, and adding those little touches that make your home feel ready for the holidays.

At Neighbors Mercantile, Christmas planning starts long before the first snowflake falls. As we've been selecting our collections for 2026, we've noticed a few decorating trends that have us especially excited for the season ahead.

This year, we're seeing a beautiful mix of handmade charm, nostalgic traditions, rich colors, and timeless pieces. Some styles feel like Christmas at Grandma's house, while others bring a more polished, elegant touch. And the best part? You don't have to choose just one.

Here are four Christmas decorating trends we're loving for 2026.

Putting Up the Harvest: A Beginner’s Guide to Canning & Preserving

There’s something special about this time of year. Gardens are overflowing, farmers market baskets are full, and suddenly you have more cucumbers, tomatoes, sweet corn, and green beans than you know what to do with.

That’s where preserving comes in.

For generations, families have found ways to make the summer harvest last a little longer. And while canning may be the first thing that comes to mind, you can also freeze, dry, pickle, ferment, and even freeze-dry your favorite foods.

The best part? You don't need to be an expert—or have a kitchen full of equipment—to get started.

Nordic Ware vs USA Pan: What’s Right For You?

When it comes to reliable, American-made bakeware, two names consistently rise to the top: Nordic Ware and USA Pan. Both brands are known for durability, performance, and thoughtful design—but they take very different approaches to materials and baking styles. Whether you’re a casual home baker or a detail-oriented cake enthusiast, choosing between them comes down to how (and what) you love to bake. Here’s what you need to know before you decide.

Treasure Hunting in Nappanee? Make Neighbors Mercantile One of Your First Stops

If you're planning to visit Nappanee for the annual Experience Nappanee celebration, be sure to add Neighbors Mercantile to your garage sale route.

From Thursday, July 9 through Saturday, July 11, we'll be joining the city-wide Embrace the Pace Garage Sales with a special outdoor garage sale featuring hundreds of deeply discounted items. The city-wide garage sales are part of the larger Experience Nappanee 2026 celebration, a weekend filled with local shopping, live music, family activities, food trucks, and community events throughout downtown.

Bringing Spring to Life with Real Touch Greenery

There’s something about spring that makes us crave fresh starts—open windows, lighter spaces, and a little more life in every corner of our homes. Our Spring Real Touch Greenery collection was curated to do just that: bring the beauty of the outdoors in, without the upkeep.

Designed to look and feel incredibly lifelike, real touch greenery offers the softness and texture of fresh stems with the ease of everyday styling—no watering required. Whether you're refreshing your home for the season or preparing for special gatherings, these pieces make it simple to create a space that feels alive, welcoming, and effortlessly styled.

Stronger Days on the Line: Meet Poly-Grip Clothespins

At Neighbors Mercantile, we believe everyday tools should work as hard as you do. Whether you’re embracing a slower, more sustainable rhythm or simply tired of flimsy clothespins that snap, twist, and fail when you need them most—there’s a better way to hang your laundry.

Enter Poly-Grip Clothespins: thoughtfully designed, American-made, and built to last.

Sourdough at Home: A Beginner’s Guide from Neighbors Mercantile

There’s something special about sourdough. The smell of a loaf baking in the oven, the crackle of a golden crust, the tangy flavor that only time and fermentation can create—it’s bread the way it was meant to be.

At Neighbors Mercantile, we believe sourdough isn’t just food. It’s a craft, a rhythm, and a connection to simpler, slower living. Whether you’re brand new or ready to try again, this guide will walk you through the why, the how, and the what you need to get started.

Timeless Toys: Built for Play Today and Memories Tomorrow

At Neighbors Mercantile, we believe the best toys aren’t the ones that light up, beep, or need batteries—they’re the ones that spark imagination, stand the test of time, and get passed from one set of small hands to the next.

There’s something special about a toy that doesn’t just belong to one child, but becomes part of a family story. The scuffed wheels, the worn paint, the tiny fingerprints—those are signs of a childhood well played. That’s why we’re proud to offer a collection of timeless, classic toys designed to last for years, even generations.

Bring the Beat Outdoors — Meet Turtlebox Audio at Neighbors Mercantile

At Neighbors Mercantile, we’re all about gear that keeps life loud, rugged, and ready for adventure — and that’s exactly why we carry Turtlebox Audio speakers. These aren’t your average Bluetooth boxes — they’re engineered for real outdoor use: rain, dirt, beach days, campfires, tailgates… you name it. Born from a garage idea to build the ultimate outdoor speaker, Turtlebox Audio has carved a niche as best-in-class for rugged performance and bold sound that travels with you.