August kicks off one of south Louisiana’s most beloved seasons: football season. And with it comes a time-honored tradition that has become an event equal to, if not sometimes surpassing, the game itself: tailgating. Tailgating is so popular, there have truly been hundreds of articles written about it: themes for tailgating, recipes for tailgating and even the do’s and don’ts of the sport. I’ll add a few of my own tips here.
For me, the most important thing to remember when planning a tailgate is the same for planning any event: Keep it simple, and do not overthink it. Plan a menu with foods that can be prepared ahead of time, that are easy to transport and that you enjoy preparing as much as eating. Here are a couple of fun recipes that work well if you are going out to campus to tailgate or hosting a football-watching party at home. Go team!
On the menu
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S’mores on the Grill
Tailgate-friendly Barbecued Shrimp
Homemade Graham Crackers
This article was originally published in the August 2024 issue of 225 Magazine.