The Art of Tailgating
tail·∙gate noun 1. the board or gate at the back of a wagon, truck, sta8on wagon, etc., which can be removed or let down for convenience in loading or unloading. Verb 2. (used without object), tail·∙gat·∙ed, tail·∙gat·∙ing. to follow or drive hazardously close to the rear of another vehicle. verb (used with object), tail·∙gat·∙ed, tail·∙gat·∙ing. 3. to follow or drive hazardously close to the rear of (another vehicle). adjec8ve 4. pertaining to or set up on a tailgate: a tailgate picnic before the football game. The art of tailgating is all in your creativity. It can be
Fancy…..
You can have a
theme…
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There are a variety of food ideas
to keep it fun and impressive.
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From good ol’ home
Cooking picnics
To…..
finger foods and great appetizers
Ok, maybe it’s about the drinks too….
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You are the first group to taste
new FAU official school drinks:
OWLtini The Owsley
Drink Recipes
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2 shots of Grey Goose Vodka 1 shot of Dekuyper Blue Curacao 1 half shot of Triple Sec 1 quarter shot of Grenadine 1 skewer with 2-­‐3 red raspberries Fill jigger with ice, s8r products, strain and pour into a chilled mar8ni glass and garnish with red raspberries! The Owlsley
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4 ounces of Minutemaide fruit punch 2 ounces of Sprite 1 quarter ounce of Grenadine 1 skewer with 5-­‐6 blueberries Fill 10 ounce glass with ice, mix and garnish with blueberry skewer! Helpful Tailgating Tips
Skewer and marinate kebabs the night before
Fix Six pack holder with condiments
Think about how will present and serve food:
Potato Bar with condiments
Gourmet hot dog bar:
Mexican dogs
Chicago
Coney Island
Bring extra charcoal or tank of LP gas
You will need two tongs
-meat handling
-one for everything else
Large plastic tub to haul back dirty dishes
Plenty of Paper towels and hand sanitizer
Use Cooler as Oven- Keep foods warm
Ex: Baked potatoes in foil
Label Coolers : Wine, Beer or Ice
Decorate Coolers
(the team that won Purse Football can use
your stickers to decorate your cooler!)
Kid’s enjoy
tailgating too!
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is a must!
Keeps both adults and children
occupied and promotes some
healthy competition! Great Game Ideas:
Bocce
Ladder Toss
Cornhole
Outdoor Jenga
To find these games and more:
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www.tailgategames.net Tailgating is not just about the game or the party.
These are times that bring family and friends together.
Be Sure to introduce yourself to your neighbors.
Traditions are started and memories are made.
The Art of Tailgating is to make sure everyone has
A wonderful time and creates memories to last!!!