Tailgating Ideas That Will Rock Your World

Tailgating Ideas That Will Rock Your World

Few things are more delightful than a tailgating party on a pleasant fall day. Heading to a tailing party with family and friends to celebrate a game is an easy to bring people together for casual fun. If you’re planning a tailgating gathering, you want to throw none with flair and excellent food. Here are some fabulous ideas for your next afternoon fete that everyone will adore.

Hot Dogs

Everyone loves hot dogs. They’re portable, customizable and full of flavor. They’re also easy to take with you to the game. Grill those hot dogs next to your car. You can bring veggie franks as well as other types of franks such as kosher hot dogs and chicken franks. Bring out fixings like grilled onions, various types of mustards and some pickles for additional flavor.

Dip It

Dips are a wonderful way to offer a wide variety of flavors in any easy to use setting. Choose various types of dips including dips with a creamy base as well as dips like salsa. Make a football shaped dip. Use refried bean for the brown base. Add football details in a contrasting color with white beans. Provide your guests with lots of bases for the dips including blanched vegetables, several different types of crackers and grilled bread.

A Sandwich Sampler

Sandwiches are perfect for game day. People can walk around with a sandwich on hand to watch the big game anywhere they like. Give your guests many kinds of sandwich options. Start with good bread that can hold up to a variety of fillings. Long French or Italian loaves offer a lot of heft that mellows with flavor as the day goes on. Provide many different kinds of choices. Cold cuts are easy to make and hold up all day long. Chicken salad and egg salad are full of flavor and quite filling. If you want to get fancy, use lobster or shrimp for a salad filling.

Burgers and Fries

Burgers and fries are an all American classic. Treat yourself to a homemade version at your tailgating party. Burger patties can be kept in a cooler and then brought out with tomato slices and the kind of toppings you like best. Slice up potatoes in advance, add a spice mixture with a light oil and then place on the grill. Kids and adults will scarf them down. Add pickles and some blue cheese and you’re in business.

For Dessert

Desserts are must at a tailgating party. Sweet treats are easy to bring with you and the ideal thing to cheer on the team. Pull out some marshmallows, a few graham crackers and a thick slice of chocolate. Grill and you’ll have s’mores the little ones will love. Take advantage of fall’s bounty. Slice some freshly picked apples and dip in a caramel sauce. Make an apple tart or apple brown betty in advance. Top with ice cream and lightly spices nuts for added flavor. Pair with a cup of mulled cider or wine.