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Poorly planned tailgating parties have the potential to
become uncomfortable outdoor picnics on concrete. If planned correctly, they can be just as
entertaining as the game itself. Whether
it’s a pregame tailgate to get excited for the game or a post game tailgate to
celebrate the victory of your favorite team, it is a great way to bring your
family and friends together outdoors! Chef and author Tres Hatch has a few
suggestions to help you throw a successful outdoor tailgate.
The most important part of a good tailgate is a good
combination of the right foods and drinks.
Whether you are bundled up in mittens or sweating in the back of a pickup
truck, you’ll enjoy yourself much more if you’re not doing a balancing act
between your food, drink and utensils.
Most tailgates do not include tables so its very important to cook food
that is easy to eat and not messy.
Another fun suggestion is combining your drink and plate. Cut a hole in a foam plate and stick it on
top of your bottle, eat from the plate and remove it to take a sip. Step two is to get your friends into the game
by surrounding them with the team colors.
Party stores sell plates, napkins, cups and utensils in a variety of
colors, and this is a good way to show team spirit. Don’t let your tailgate go silent; provide
some music to really get the party started!
You also want to plan for the weather, check the forecasts up to the minute. Provide cold water and drinks for hot whether, for cold whether fill thermoses with hot cider or something to warm the belly. Tip number five is keeping hot food hot and cold food cold. If one of you meals is hot chili or bratwurst, try preheating them at home then covering them with a lid and wrapping them in a towel, then transport them in a box or cooler, they will stay hot for hours. Equally as challenging is keeping lettuce cold and crispy. To avoid wilted greens try wrapping frozen gel packs in aluminum foil and placing them under the greens, this also works for potato salad and keeping condiments cold. Finally try to change things up and try something new. Try rolling a tortilla, flatbread, or a pita into a cone shape then wrap it in aluminum foil to avoid dripping. After that, fill it with stew, chili, bratwurst and sauerkraut, or another hot entrée of your choice!
The most important part to throwing a successful tailgate
party is keeping your guests happy.
These tips are designed to do exactly that while getting them excited
and involved with the game. So show your
favorite team a little support by bringing your friends together for some food,
drinks and a good time.
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