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One of best times to be had is a fun-filled tailgating/ grilling party. Tailgating parties have been for years now an important part of many sports events. This is where fans get together to have fun and support their team before, during and after the game. A tailgate is not complete without a good food and a good grillin’ menu. As in most cases the safety factor is first and foremost in planning your food menu. Food is a really critical partial of tailgating. Make certain your food is in a Safe Zone. The safe zone is below 40 degrees and above 140 degrees. So your task is to keep warmed foods above 140 degrees and cooled foods below 40 degrees. Now that you are on the FlaPanhandleBBQ.com tailgate page you are in the right place for the recipes and tips for your tailgate planning. We have the tailgate recipe of the week which is yours to download and use. We would like to get some feedback from you on how you liked the recipe. Stock up on supplies; the key to having the successful tailgate party is to plan ahead. Use separate coolers for hot and cold food, and use disposable items and Ziploc bags for easy cleanup. Here are some menu ideas for you to take along. For main courses keep an eye on the Tailgate recipe of the week on this Grill Adventures page for great ideas for you to try. Remember the tailgate is at a location far from your backyard and it's about the game as well, so keep your tailgate simple. If you are like me, you are planning on doing a little grilling or smoking, make sure you can transport your grill or smoker and your fuel safely. Set up your grill away from cars and your seating area and make sure the surface is level. Have water or a fire extinguisher in case of emergencies. Never leave the grill unattended, and make sure to dispose of your charcoal safely. Some popular grilled or smoked meats are steaks, chicken, ribs, hamburger and hot dogs, bratwurst or Italian sausages, chicken wings, pork chops, short ribs, ham and seafood. A good tailgate food is almost anything that cooks somewhat quickly and easily. Grilled and smoked dishes are very common at tailgate parties, but perhaps the most popular dish is not grilled at all it is Chili. Chili easy to make ahead of time - or even on site - and is hot and filling which can be important if you are tailgating in colder areas. I recommend setting up food and drink stations in two distinct areas. That way, guests will move around more and not congregate next to one or the other in a big group. Offer a selection of white or red wine, beer light and regular or consider serving white or red sangria to make use of delicious summer fruits. If you decide to serve mix drinks, keep it simple by selecting one or two “specialty” drinks, like martinis or margaritas. Remember always have a selection of soda for non-alcohol drinkers. Remember when you tailgate, don’t try out fancy new recipes that keep you tied up or at the grill -- for hours. Keep it easy and casual, and serve your friends and family what you like to eat, because chances are, they’ll enjoy it as well. We have put a lot of time and effort into making this Fla Panhandle BBQ Society page a good bookmark for the Tailgater (Bookmark it today). ******** I have developed a checklist for all tailgating planners can use to ensure that you have all the requirements to ensure a great tailgate. Just click on the Click Here button below to get a copy. Download it to your computer and have it ready for your use. When you decorate the place that you are going to have a party, do so before the actual party begins so that when your guests arrive, you can party with them without thinking of what you still need to do. It is also nice to decorate your vehicle with balloons and banners so that your friends can easily see you. |
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| FPBS Tailgater's Checklist 1. Plan your supplies ideally, you should try to keep the amount of supplies you need at a minimum. Folding chairs, a small barbecue grill, coals, a radio or portable TV, and large coolers are essentials. Check off the List as you plan your tailgate. Calculating Supplies (For more than 20 People) Plan for 5 extra people 2. Food: Food, next to the event, is the reason many people tailgate. Some do cold sandwiches, a lot more grill; some prefer the…umm…purely liquid diet "Not good". Whatever your preference we have compiled some recipes that have become favorites on the GrillAdventures.com Recipe Page. 3. Beverage: Have what you enjoy. Most prefer beer and wine, you can be creative, with Mimosas and Bloody Marys in the morning, and Bourbon or Vodka to cap the evening. If you prefer the non-alcoholic beverage pick your favorite fruit & soft drinks. Cooking Keep things quick, easy and social. “Quick” means finding foods that can be cooked in less than 1 hour or prepared ahead of time and simply warmed-up, if necessary. When cooking at the game make things “easy” and condense your supplies, cooking utensils and Condiments: buns, cheese, onions, mushrooms, barbecue sauce, salt, pepper, hot stuff, ketchup, mustard, BBQ sauce, cheese, pickles, onions, miscellaneous toppings, etc. Once you know what you need, get some strong storage bins for your tailgating supplies. These making toting your equipment back and forth much easier. You can restock at home and have them ready to go in no time. Food & Cooking Items __ All Food on your Appetizers, Main Course & Desserts Menu for the Day (Meats entries, Salads, Beans etc.) __ Produce (Lettuce, Tomatoes, Onions & other Menu Requirements) __ Separate Cooler for Food Only with Ice or Ice Substitutes __ Breads (Hamburger & Hot Dog Buns, Hoagies etc.) __ Charcoal or Propane (Bring Extra Charcoal or Propane) __ Cooking Oil (For Fryer if required) __ Woodchips ( if being used) __ Snacks (Potato Chips, Crackers, Pretzels, Nachos etc.) __ Other Cooking Equipment (Propane Camp Stove, Deep Fat Fryer, Griddles, Steam Table & Toaster etc.) __ Skillet, Pots and pans as needed __ Matches with Lighter Fluid or Chimney Starter __ Newspaper for Starting Fire __ Cooking Utensils (Spatula, Big Spoon, Knife, Meat Thermometer, BBQ tongs etc.) __ Hand Sanitizer for the cook __ Can Opener __ Aluminum Foil __ Apron __ Cooking Mitts __ Serving tray(s) __ Fire extinguisher __ Power Generator / Heater Condiments __ Salt, pepper and other seasonings __ Sauces (Ketchup, Steak Sauce, Hot Sauce & Barbecue Sauce) __ Toppings (Mustard, Relish, Mayo & Salad Dressings) __ Salsa & Dips __ Cheese (Slices & Spreads) __ Sugar __ Other General Condiments ( Sliced Pickels, Butter, Sauerkraut, Olives Beverages __ Beer (Mix of Light and Regular Beer) __ Wine (Both Red & White Wines) __ Liquor __ Soft Drinks (Mix of Diet & Regular Soft Drinks) __ Bottled Water (12 to 20 oz.) __ Mixes (Tonic, Bloody Mary, Other than Soft Drinks) __ Fruit Juices (Cranberry, Orange, Grapefruit etc.) __ Coffee, Coffee Pot and Mugs __ Bar Utensils (Shakers, Strainers, Shot Glasses, Ice Bucket, Pitchers Corkscrew, Bottle Opener, Stirrer Sticks, Bar Caddie etc.) __ Cocktail Blender __ Bar Glasses (Tumblers, Martini, Wine & Beer etc.) __ Fresh Ice __ Cooler(s) Cooler for beverages or Insulated Tote(s) General Checks __ Folding Tables __ Folding Chairs __ EZ-UP Canopies & Tarp __ Portable Radio (solar- or battery-powered Extra batteries) __ Map(s) or GPS __ Passport (If Required) __ Bad Weather Gear (Rainwear, Gloves, Mitts & Winter Hat) __ Blankets (in Cold weather) __ Folding Chairs (Remember Comfort) __ Camera __ Sunscreen, sunglasses and hat or visor __ Paper Towels __ Plates and Bowls __ Plastic eating utensils __ Plates, bowls and cups __ Napkins __ Clorox Wipes, Soap, and dish cloths for cleanup __ Table Cloths __ Toothpicks __ Garbage/Trash Bags __ Ziploc Bags __ Extra Water __ Jumper Cables __ Toilet Paper __ Umbrellas Spirit Gear __ Inflated balls, Frisbee, playing cards, Tailgating games __ Team Flags __ Flag Pole __ Inflatable Mascot __ Pennants __ Plates and Utensils in Team Colors __ Team Clothing Medical Kit (Last but not Least) __ Antacid __ Tylennol, Advil, Aleve __ Burn Spray __ Band-aids __ Insect Repellent Unsure you have Game or Event Tickets with you; ask you guests to be sure they have their tickets in a safe place also! |
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| Food is an absolute must for tailgating. You'd be surprised by how many Tailgaters who come tailgating with an abundance of delicious food. |