Brie Larson and Courtney McBroom are redefining what it means to throw a party — and to live one. From childhood hot-dog experiments to full-blown adult spelling bees, the Oscar-winner and the chef-author spill stories from their friendship and the book it inspired.  

Find out how hot queso bonded these friends for life, what qualifies someone as the perfect guest, and why, when it comes to the best parties, the mess might just be the magic.